2025 Feast of Tabernacles: Temecula, California

For the first time since pre-COVID, California hosted a Feast site in the wine country of Temecula. At the millennial setting of South Coast Winery Resort and Spa, nearly 600 attendees gathered. Temecula is dotted with nearly 50 wineries and is a historic old town with many restaurants and shops. Members stayed on site as well as in many beautiful houses that were available to rent in the surrounding area. Temecula hosted the national webcast for the western United States with around 300 connections daily. 

A highlight was the family dinner and dance which was held outside due to perfect temperatures. Young adults, teens and older singles all had opportunities to gather together. Members took tours and some even took morning balloon rides. Children under 12 were offered stuffed animals, toys and beanie babies after services on three different occasions by the generous attendees.

The main Bible study was presented by Don Harms on the topic of recent archaeological discoveries. We also had a special presentation by Ralph Helge regarding the historic 1979 California receivership against the Worldwide Church of God of which Mr. Helge was the lead attorney. The spiritual messages were great throughout the Feast.