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September 2019
Back to Church Sunday
Back to Church Sunday is coming up on September 22. We’re having a special service specifically designed to welcome people back to church, so now is a good time to start praying about who you will invite. This year’s Back to Church Sunday theme is “Together.” At some point, we are all searching for connectedness. Searching for a way to be part of something bigger than us. This is a time for everyone to experience the church as a place…
Find out more »Westside 101
Join us for this introduction to Westside on September 22nd at 10:30am. This is a chance for new members and guests who'd like to know more about Westside to meet our leaders, learn about our vision, and discover how they can grow and serve in our different ministries. If you're interested in getting more involved at Westside, this event is for you! Delicious snacks and coffee will be provided free of charge. Childcare for all ages is available through our…
Find out more »Wednesday Night Dinner & Classes
Join us each Wednesday for dinner, Bible classes and fellowship! Dinner is served at 5:30pm ($3 donation per person or $10 for the whole family). Nursery (6 months - 3 years old) is available from 6:30-7:30pm. Kids (Ages 3 - 3rd grade) 6:30-7:30pm. Junior High and High School Program: 6:30-7:30pm in room #604. College Ministry: 7:00pm Adult Bible classes: 6:30-7:30pm
Find out more »DivorceCare
DivorceCare is a 14-week seminar/support group that can help those who are divorced or separated heal from the hurt of these experiences. DivorceCare is a warm, caring environment that incorporates a 3-part approach to serving those who participate--a video seminar, weekly small group discussions, and a personal study workbook. Led by people who have been through divorce and have successfully rebuilt their lives, we understand how you feel because we have experienced the hurt caused by divorce and separation. Join…
Find out more »Women of Worship
All ladies are inviting to our Fall 2019 Women of Worship class! We'll be studying the book of Hebrews together with our Lead & Family Minister, Bryan Fojtasek. Class goes from 9:45-11:00am every Thursday, except for Thanksgiving Day. The last class of the year will meet on December 12.
Find out more »Sunday Worship & Classes
Be our guest every Sunday at 9:00 for inspiring worship and Biblical teaching. Following service, we have Bible Classes for all ages (6 months through adults) at 10:30am. We hope to see you soon! To learn more about our aged-based ministries and classes, visit our ministries page.
Find out more »October 2019
Men’s Retreat
Click HERE to Register. Brothers, we have a great opportunity that is coming up this year! It is our annual Men’s Retreat and we would like for you to come the weekend of October 11th - 13th.. As usual, we will be going to Sierra Christian Service Camp (the camp is only an hour north of Bakersfield) and we will be sharing with each other and uplifting one another. This will be a great weekend of fellowship, fun and just…
Find out more »Quailwood Carnival–Volunteers Needed!
The Parent Club at Quailwood Elementary School has asked Westside to find 32+ volunteers to help run their annual Fall Carnival! Volunteers will be paired up to run a booth for one of the classes at Quailwood Elementary (16 classes total). Volunteers report at 4:45pm and will stay until 7:30pm. To volunteer, fill out this online registration form. And good news--All volunteers will receive free food and drink tickets from the Quailwood Parent Club! Contact Bryan Fojtasek with any questions.
Find out more »November 2019
Impact Retreat
All 6th-8th grade students are invited to attend IMPACT Retreat November 1-3. The goals of IMPACT are to provide a meaningful experience for students in 6th-8th grade by focusing upon the truth in God’s Word, providing opportunities for discussion with each other as a youth group and with other adult leaders from their home congregations, and to provide an opportunity for ministry-minded high school students to lead and teach their peers. Plus, Pepperdine a cappella group Won by One will…
Find out more »Homecoming Celebration
Westside Church of Christ invites you and your family to our Homecoming Celebration this November 16-17! We’ve been part of the Bakersfield community for the past 50 years, and now it’s time to celebrate! We’d love to reconnect with all our current and former members, ministers, guests and extended family who’ve been part of the Westside family over the years. We’ll have time to reminisce, reconnect, and refocus our vision towards the future. Plus, we know you’ll be blessed to…
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