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“The fear of becoming a ‘has been’ keeps some people from becoming anything.” --Eric Hoffer I had never heard of Mr. Eric Hoffer until one week while preparing a sermon for Sunday. I read this quote in a theological... — Updated 1/31/2019

Apostolic Assembly of the Faith in Christ Jesus Pastor: Jose Perez 30372 Richland St. 661-746-3648, 661-345-4828 Sunday: Bilingual service 1:30 p.m.; Thursday: Bilingual Bible study 7 p.m. Assembly of God Pastor: Charles Toy 150... — Updated 1/24/2019

As we begin a New Year, my mind almost always goes to Philippians 3:1-14. In this passage, Paul is reminding the church in Philippi about the dangers of putting confidence in our “flesh,” or our own self-efforts apart from... — Updated 1/23/2019

Information for this listing comes from available sources or the churches directly. For additions or changes, contact Kobie Carrasco at 661-292-5100 or [email protected]. Apostolic Church 1820 D St. Phone: 661-758-3457... — Updated 1/17/2019

“Make the most of your regrets; never smother your sorrow, but tend and cherish it till it comes to have a separate and integral interest. To regret deeply is to live afresh.” --Henry David Thoreau Ever seen the candy bar... — Updated 1/10/2019