Welcome to Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Bakersfield!

We’re a small, vibrant congregation with a big heart—and we truly mean it when we say all are welcome.

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Here, you’ll find a community that values compassion, justice, good questions, and honest faith. You don’t need to have it all figured out to walk through our doors. You don’t have to pretend, perform, or check your doubts at the gate. Come as you are—we’ll meet you there.

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Whether you’re longing for belonging, healing, a place to serve, or simply a quiet space to breathe—we hope you’ll find something life-giving here.

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Peace to you, wherever you are on the journey.

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In Christ,
Pastor Dawn Wilder