BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) — Community members gathered for the 12th annual Coptic Orthodox Church Festival in Bakersfield on Saturday, October 22nd and Sunday, October 3rd. The festival serves as a chance for everyone to learn more about Egyptian culture, from authentic dishes to art and clothing.
One of the priests said it was great to be back after not being able to gather during the pandemic.
"This is our first year back, so we're so excited to receive all our neighbors, the community that we are among here, and we love always to share with them our faith, our doctrine of the church," said Beshoy Dawood. "And not only that but also we give them a flavor of the culture."
Dawood also said that the most important thing about the festival is sharing their faith from 2,000 years ago and how they continue to hold onto their roots today.
