Events

Ronald "Scotty" Bourne is many things:  A Scot, born and bred; a devoted husband; a wild animal trainer; a movie production manager and producer; and, most notably to his friends in Bakersfield, a loving and compassionate deacon at St. Francis Church. Deacon Scotty is also an accomplished writer, and it is in this role that he will be visiting Russo's Books on September 25 at 1 p.m.  Join Scotty as he signs his four books: The King of Nothing:  the story of the heroic king of Scotland, Robert the Bruce.  A historical novel on Scotland's "Hero King", based on Scotty's motion picture script of the same name. When I Was in Prison...You Visited Me  Starting with his first visit to a prison, this is a collection of Scotty's prison ministry stories demonstrates how faithful God is in every life.  The Story Behind Medjugorje  Written in an easy to read style, this book gives great insight into the story behind the apparitions of Mary in the former Yugoslavian village of Medjugorje. The Medjugorje Challenge  This book is a compilation of the most important excerpts from many messages -- truly love letters -- believed to be from heaven, from Our Lady, Queen of Peace, whose apparitions and locutions at Medjugorje have captured the awed attention and respect of millions throughout the world.