Blessing of the Animals
Sep
28

Blessing of the Animals

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Join us Sunday, September 28 from 10 AM–12 PM for our annual Blessing of the Animals! Bring your pets, photos, or donations, and meet adoptable dogs from Kern County Animal Services. Celebrate the joy of God’s creatures with a community that welcomes all.

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FREE CONCERT: Fred & Beverly Dukes Memorial Concert • Latti Patterson & Olen Taylor
Sep
21

FREE CONCERT: Fred & Beverly Dukes Memorial Concert • Latti Patterson & Olen Taylor

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Don’t miss the next Fred & Beverly Dukes Memorial Concert on Sunday, September 21 at 4 PM! Join us at FCC Bakersfield for an afternoon of soulful Americana with singer-songwriters Latti Patterson and Olen Taylor. Free and open to the public, thanks to the legacy of Fred and Beverly Dukes.

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Easter Sunday: He Is Risen!
Apr
20

Easter Sunday: He Is Risen!

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The waiting is over. The tomb is empty.

On this glorious Easter morning, we come together to celebrate resurrection, renewal, and unshakable hope!

Jesus lives! And because He lives, love wins, hope rises, and new life begins.

Come, sing, rejoice, and worship as we proclaim the good news of Easter together.

All are welcome to this joyful celebration—come be part of the story of resurrection!

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Maundy Thursday: A Call to Loving Service
Apr
17

Maundy Thursday: A Call to Loving Service

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Pastor: Rev. Jenell Mahoney

On Maundy Thursday, we enter into the mystery and depth of Holy Week—remembering the night Jesus gathered with His disciples, washed their feet, and broke bread.

It was a night of love and betrayal, of humility and sacrifice. A night when Jesus gave a new commandment:

“Love one another as I have loved you.”

Through scripture, reflection, and communion, we will walk through this sacred moment and prepare our hearts for Good Friday and Easter.

Join us as we remember, reflect, and prepare for the cross.

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FREE Concert
Apr
13

FREE Concert

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🎶 A Jazz Experience Like No Other – Kris Tiner & Cathlene Pineda 🎶

Prepare to be swept away by the artistry and improvisation of jazz as the Dukes Concert Series proudly presents Kris Tiner & Cathlene Pineda for an unforgettable afternoon of music.

  • Sunday, April 13, 2025 | 4:00 PM

This isn’t just a concert—it’s an immersive jazz journey where sound and emotion blend seamlessly. Kris Tiner, an exquisite trumpeter known for pushing the boundaries of jazz, crafts an atmospheric, soul-stirring sound that resonates deeply. At the piano, Cathlene Pineda engages in a stunning musical dialogue, weaving intricate melodies around Tiner’s notes with breathtaking elegance.

The improvisation. The connection. The moment.

If you love jazz, this is a performance you cannot miss. If you’re new to it, prepare to fall in love.

Thanks to the generosity of the Fred & Beverly Dukes Endowment and First Congregational Church of Bakersfield, this concert is FREE and open to all. Donations are warmly welcomed to support live music in our community.

Come be part of something extraordinary. Feel the music. Experience the magic.

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