Author: Kaeli Lowe

We are looking for volunteers to help provide security on Friday nights, one Saturday per month, and on High Holidays at Temple Beth El. If you are willing to serve, please sign up at The Dock or contact Pastor Rory for more details at rfranklin@rockharborchurch.net

Nefarious Movie Night – Friday, September 12th at 6:00 PM | Rock Harbor Church Join us for a special movie night featuring Nefarious, a gripping psychological thriller that dives into the battle between good and evil. Based on the bestselling novel A Nefarious Plot by Steve Deace, this film exposes the reality of spiritual warfare through the chilling story of a convicted serial killer who claims to be possessed by a demonic entity. As the narrative unfolds, the lines between psychology and the supernatural blur—challenging viewers to confront the deeper truths behind deception and darkness. Pizza and refreshments will be served at no cost. Please note, no childcare will be offered for this event and the film is not suitable for children. This movie night is designed to prepare hearts and minds for our upcoming Awakening the Church Conference in October, where Nefarious author Steve Deace will be one of our featured speakers. Don’t miss this chance to experience the story that sets the stage for deeper conversations on truth, deception, and the times we’re living in.

🎉 You’re Invited to the Country Fair at The Exchange! 🥧🌽🎪 Join us for a day of old-fashioned fun, hosted by The Preserved Food Preservation Group! 📅 Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025📍 Location: Parking Lot⏰ Time: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM 🍓 What to Expect:• Food Canning & Baking Competitions• Pie Eating Contest 🥧• Classic Games & Family Fun• Plus, all your favorite Exchange vendors!

On Saturday, October 4th, we’ll be hosting a one-day prophecy conference titled “Awakening the Church” This conference is designed to address the growing spiritual compromise within the church and call believers back to biblical truth in these challenging times. Pastor Brandon Holthaus, will be joined by an exceptional lineup of speakers, including: Steve Deace, author of A Nefarious Plot, which inspired the recent motion picture Nefarious and host of The Blaze Media’s The Steve Deace Show  Alex Newman, a respected journalist exposing global agendas and threats to Christian values. Tom Hughes, pastor, prophecy expert and founder of Hope for Our Times. Carl Teichrib, a leading researcher on globalism and technocracy. This is a great opportunity to be equipped, encouraged, and awakened to the times we’re living in. We’ll explore how the church can stand firm, reject compromise, and remain faithful to God’s calling. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 4th, right here at Rock Harbor Church in Bakersfield. For more details about this conference, click here. TICKETING INFORMATION: In-Person Tickets can be purchased HERE Livestream/Online Tickets can be purchased HERE

On Sunday, June 15, we are teaming up with the Bakersfield Pregnancy Centers baby bottle campaign. On June 15th, Baby bottles will be available for pick up outside and dropped off at the church no later than June 29th at the Visitor Information Desk.

We are currently in a 6-month capital campaign as we prepare to establish Disciple’s Cove and launch Rock Harbor Academy. Both of these endeavors will allow us to expand our ministry and have a greater impact for Christ. We ask that you might consider prioritizing your giving for the next 6 months to the Rock Harbor Church General Fund, and to Rock Harbor Academy. Together, we can accomplish our objectives and increase our ability to educate with the word of God. You can donate to the general fund at Rock Harbor Church.net under the give tab. You can donate to the Academy at rockharboracademy.com under the home tab. You can also use the QR codes in the bulletin or write a check with a note indicating which fund you are giving to.

We are excited to announce that we have completed the development of a Spiritual Gifts Test that is designed to help you uncover the unique abilities God has given you. You can access the test at no cost by clicking here. Once you have completed the test, you will see the results immediately, which you can use to determine which ministries would be a good fit for serving. If you would like to begin serving, you can fill out a ministry application here.