First Congregational Church of Bakersfield California - Bakersfield (CA)

Chuck Brown Was a frequent attender and enjoyed the people! Fun folks, good music, lots for youth to do! Pastor Chris is a good guy and gives a good message!

David Fudge Very friendly eclectic congregation. Pastor Gary teaches directly from the Bible. It is a Mission orientated church.

Sharlie Phillips My husband and I have been attending BLW regularly for over a year now, and I can say wholeheartedly, it is the BEST church I have ever attended. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed and made to feel comfortable. Our Pastors (Leonard and Valorie Mancini) are humble, but MIGHTY servants of the Lord. Their mission statement “Reaching, teaching, mending, and sending” is an ever present spirit in the congregation, as they meet each member where they are, and encourage us to dig deeper and draw closer in our walk with the Lord. BLW will forever hold a precious place in my heart. May God continue to bless and keep this beautiful ministry.

Jacy Stevens This church helped save my marriage and by doing so kept my family together. They paid my rent, my bills, and my husband’s sober living costs when we were in a very tough situation. My husband has been sober for almost two years now. The community at this church are truly the hands and feet of Jesus. Come check it out and let them love on you.

Doretha Jones Vanguard is a vibrant new church in Bakersfield, pastored by Cary Nack. From the first moment I heard Pastor Cary preach, I knew he was different from everyone I had experienced in 25 years of attending church. Pastor Cary’s sermons are full of content, historical context, present-day analogies, humor, and most importantly, life application. If you are looking for a Bible based church that studies God’s Word, with no apologies, with reverence, and a desire to grow your spiritual walk, then Vanguard should be at the forefront of your Sunday mornings.

Christopher Go Beautiful church with a gothic altar.

Adam McElroy Preaching from John clear and bold from Hosea, sweet worship like 6-7 songs on a Wednesday night. Importantly my 7 year old had a really positive time in kids church. Kids church had a big turn out and great team serving. My 19 year old son liked the details and context. Teenage daughter “bored” but plenty of seeds sown, for us to pray over her heart. Lots of scripture and sound doctrine. We learned more about Cavalry Chapels roots in the 70’s through some YouTube Videos after. Goood night of Worship for us out-of-towners. Thank you Holy Spirit and Church family.

Bobby Rescola Ive always adored this church and used to perform here regularly with the Bakersfield college choir. The people here are wonderfully welcoming and the buildings are gorgeous. The signature pink and Gothicy, Spanish-villa style architecture are unique to this place.

Ricardo C Been coming here a couple years now. Even when I feel like something went wrong, I talk to the people involved or open up to someone about it. I make sure others feel welcome around me because its a team effort. If I didnt like something then I make sure I fix myself in the same manner and be an outward example of who lives in me. I thank this entire church for being who they are. Im still growing in Christ and on of my daughters has behavioral issues. They minister to her every chance they get and communicate with me so I can talk with her and guide her on the right path. This place has counseling, celebrate recovery, and various groups available to different ages, men or women groups, mixed groups, online groups, you name it. Please if you had a bad experience, just talk about it with a leader. If you feel judged, please think again. Spend time with people. This is an amazing church organization. I cant wait to see how it continues to grow

Jovany Servin Great bible believing and teaching church. Fellowship is good also. Family oriented church.