We are a church family in Bakersfield, California rooted in Scripture, open to all, and grounded in the belief that every person carries a God-given purpose. Whether this is your first time here or you have been part of Southside for decades, you belong in this family. Come as you are. Welcome home.
There’s a seat for you at Southside
Whether you’re a lifelong Adventist, a curious neighbor, or someone searching for hope, you belong here. Since 1956, our church family has gathered to worship, study God’s Word, and serve our city — and we’d love to meet you.
Vision: For our church to be Christ centered, passionately spiritual, displaying loving relationships and have an intentional desire to see others saved in God’s kingdom.
Motto: Total Member Involvement — Grounded in the Bible, focused on the mission.
Our mission is simple: preach, teach, and reach with the everlasting Gospel. Read our full mission →
Core Values
Spiritual Empowerment
Inclusive Community
Holistic Restoration
Evangelistic Passion
Biblical Foundation
Community Impact
Resilience and Growth
Core Mission
Mission Statement: Through the grace of God and the authority of Jesus Christ, our mission is to be a Spirit led church that is trained to evangelize and disciple others into a loving fellowship that is open to all in the community. Through the baptism of the Holy Spirit, Southside seeks to be a dynamic part of God’s remnant people by preaching, teaching, and reaching, with the everlasting Gospel and the Three Angels’ Messages of Revelation 14, so that the church sanctified will indeed become the church Glorified.
Worship With Us in Person
Saturdays · Sabbath School 9:30 am · Worship 11 am
Join Us Online
Catch our Sabbath services live or anytime on YouTube.
Our Weekly Rhythm
Sabbath School — Saturdays 9:30 am · Bible study for every age, in person
Worship Service — Saturdays 11 am · in person and on YouTube
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Upcoming Events
All are welcome. Check our events page for what’s coming up.