The Upper Room Presents

10/30/2024

Here are some highlights from last September when Two or More performed at our intimate venue in Irvine. It was a memorable evening filled with great music and connection. Thanks to everyone who joined us! Check out the photos from the night.

10/25/2024

Throwback to an eye-opening episode of Real Talk with Ron Strand, featuring Madeleine Westerhout. She sheds light on the challenges President Trump faced during the Russia investigation, calling it a "hoax" that distracted from his agenda. Don’t miss this insightful discussion—check it out on our YouTube channel, The Upper Room Presents! 🔗

10/25/2024

YIKES. It's the "Perils of Pauline" or "Whack-a-Mole" with things these days. Yesterday, with all I have going on, I cut my left index finger on one of those foil catering containers. The rice was good, the injury not so much. Right where the guitar string lands on my finger. So, I probably won't be able to "play" this weekend ... BUT I'll schedule a Videos-and-Chat hour for BOB BENNETT WEEKLY LIVE to be livestreamed on Saturday at 5pm PT. Formal announcement and links to follow tomorrow. Thanks, Bob.

10/18/2024

10/18/2024

https://www.youtube.com/live/B-OfcNB_MEc?feature=shared

🌟 Ever wondered what it’s like to work for a president? 🌟

Tune in to one of our past episodes of Real Talk with Ron Strand, where Ron interviews Madeleine Westerhout, former personal assistant to Donald Trump. In this eye-opening conversation, Madeleine shares her journey from NOT voting for Trump to then working closely with Trump and ultimately growing to admire and respect him.

If you're on the fence about voting for Trump, this episode offers a unique perspective that might just change your mind. Don't miss it!

🎧 Listen now and get the inside scoop!

In this exclusive interview, Ron Strand talks with Madeleine Westerhout, President Donald Trump’s former personal assistant, offering an insider’s perspectiv...

10/12/2024

Saturday, October 12, 2024, 11:30 AM PDT … STILL FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT … Quick update to let you all know I’m still recovering. Some of the health issues are resolving nicely and still others are slow-going. Although I’m hoping to sing tomorrow morning at First Congregational Church in Buena Park, I’m laying really low until then. This will be my first gig since 9/22/24. (I had to cancel three things so far … I _hate_ doing that even as I know it was the right thing to do.) So, that means no livestream again this weekend with hopes of resuming on Friday, October 18th. Thanks for the many well-wishes and prayers in my direction. Praises Be to the Healer of My Life. Yours In our Shared Faith, Bob Bennett.

10/11/2024

🎤✨ Throwback to an unforgettable night on September 21! Our founder Ron Strand took the stage alongside the hilarious Paul Aldrich for a night filled with laughter and connection. The energy in our intimate studio was electric as Paul shared his unique brand of comedy, leaving everyone in stitches. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special evening—your support means the world! Stay tuned for more amazing events!

10/07/2024

✨ What an incredible night at The Upper Room Presents! 🎤🎶 Our special show on 9/21 was an absolute hit, featuring the hilarious comedian Paul Aldrich, who kept us laughing all night long! 😂 Opening the evening were the amazing musical talents of Two or More, who set the perfect vibe with their soulful harmonies. 🎵❤️

We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us in our intimate studio venue in Irvine. There’s something magical about sharing laughter and music up close and personal. Stay tuned for more unforgettable evenings like this one! 🙌

10/05/2024

Friday, October 4, 2024 - 7:33 PM PDT - A LITTLE LONGER … My recovery arc for this latest round of various medical challenges (it all comes in clusters, no?) is taking more time and taking more out of me than I had hoped. So, we’ll kick the can down the road again. I’m just one tired Humble(d) Acoustic Servant! First time in four-and-a-half years that I’ve missed three-in-a-row. Prayers appreciated. EVERLASTING DAY mixes are almost done, Will likely release the Title Song as a stand-alone to hopefully drum up futher interest in the whole collection. Thanks Everyone. “Praises Be to the Healer of My Life”, Bob Bennett.

09/22/2024

SUNDAY AM SERVICE — 8:30 AM PDT — Calvary Chapel San Clemente — Guest Teacher: Charlie Campbell — Guest Music: Bob Bennett. Thanks to Pastor Holland Davis for the invite!

Catch the LIVESTREAM at:
https://boxcast.tv/channel/rorpttenvmuvou3ew9wo

[NOTE: To those who may ask, "Hey Bob, I thought you were under the weather". Well, I still am fighting a thing but this is one of the gigs I had to rest up for. Prayers appreciated that I can serve the Body there well ... and all who may watch/listen in.]

09/21/2024

A NEEDFUL PAUSE - Friday, September 20, 2024 - Costa Mesa, CA - 7:11 PM PDT - Hello Friends (and especially BBWL Regulars): If you and I were sitting across the table over coffee, I’d likely spill all the details. But on social media, my Email Newsletter, etc. … I need to be a little more discreet. The long and short of it is that I came back from three weeks abroad to deal with an unexpected recurrence of a troublesome malady that I thought I had fully dealt with a couple years ago. Now I realize that lack of detail can lead to speculation and worry. So, let me say it’s not cardiac-related (whew), not life-threatening, etc. I just need to take some more intentional time to rest between my upcoming concert commitments over the next few weekends. So, I won’t be livestreaming this weekend or the next but if things go as I hope they will, I’ll be more than ready to return on the weekend of October 11-13. As we approach, I’ll choose a day and let you know. I had a wonderful but exhausting time in Surrey recording with Roy. I can’t tell you how excited I am to get these mixes done and release this new album. So, again, as far as a guy can know this sort of thing, I’m mostly okay and am hopeful I’ll be over this very soon. As always, if you occasionally remember me in your prayers, I’d appreciate that. It is a privilege to write songs, sing, play, and record for you. Thank you for making it so I can still do this work that I love so much. I trust some of this has been helpful soundtrack music over the years for that is my fondest hope.

In our Shared Faith, Bob.
[email protected]
“Praise Be to the Healer of My Life”

09/18/2024

Don’t miss this opportunity to be in our cozy new Upper Room Studio for Comedy Night with Paul Aldrich & Friends and special musical guests Two or More on 9/21! Tickets still available! Click here for tickets https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/82bapr7

09/15/2024

Love our cozy Upper Room studio in Irvine. Have you been? We have a comedy night coming up on 9/21 with Paul Aldrich & Friends with musical guests Two or More! Click the link for tickets! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/82bapr7

09/10/2024

Still tickets left for Paul Aldrich & Friends comedy night with musical guests Two or More! Save your seats by clicking the link https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/82bapr7

09/06/2024

The band Two or More will be opening Comedy Night with Paul Aldrich! The show is on 9/21 and tickets are going fast! Click the link to save your seats! See you there! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/82bapr7

08/29/2024

Get ready to laugh! Check out this hilarious clip from Paul Aldrich. Don’t miss him live at The Upper Room in Irvine on September 21st. Grab your tickets now for just $20 and experience the comedy magic in our intimate studio setting! Click link for tickets https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/82bapr7

08/22/2024

NO LIVESTREAM THIS WEEKEND

Hi Everybody: In the run up to my Monday departure to Canada for three weeks to finish the album, I find myself with a crazy to-do list and some other pressing business I simply have to attend to. So I’m calling the rare audible (sports term defined in link below) and passing on this weekend … with an eye toward a return session sometime during the extended Labor Day weekend of August 30th to September 2nd. Nothing life-threatening or catastrophic. More a matter of being swarmed by a lot of task and concerns before I leave the country for my longest trip away in many years. It seems whenever I’m leaving town, all of the things I’ve procrastinated over line-up to collectively say, “Oh Bob, oh Bob, what about this?” Thanks for your understanding and for remembrances in prayer if I come to mind. Thanks, Bob. (PS: If you’re a counselor or therapist, I realize I could probably fund your next Hawaiian vacation trying to unravel the whys and wherefores of this unhelpful lifelong pattern!)

BBWL: “Everlasting Day”

I am elated to tell you that after ten days, we’re just shy of 75% of the overall goal to fund the remaining costs to finish my new album. Roy and I are so glad to be rolling up our sleeves to get back to work and bring this thing home. And we are SO appreciative of the almost-one-hundred people who have given us their support in this way. Here’s an excerpt from last weekend’s livestream of the title song. In all of this world of struggle (individually and joined with the whole lot of humanity), the Hope of Resurrection is looking better all the time. Now I’m in no hurry to take that “better gig”, but I’m happy to know I’m booked for eternity!

BBWL Excerpt: “Everlasting Day” (8/17/24)
https://youtu.be/gfXu-vI22z8

Crowdfunding Campaign for "Everlasting Day":
https://www.gofundme.com/bob-bennett-everlasting-day

“Everlasting Day” Updates Page:
http://www.bobbennett.com/everlastingdayupdates

"Calling An Audible"
https://idioms.thefreedictionary.com/calling+an+audible

EVERLASTING DAY
W/M: Bob Bennett
© 2018 Bright Avenue Songs (ASCAP)
Friday, May 25, 2018

CH:
Through no goodness of my own
Someday my buried bones
Will rise to an everlasting day
In the company of all
Redeemed from the fall
I will rise to an everlasting day

Vs 1:
Though the charms of the night
Are beautiful alright
The moon and the stars up above
There will come a blessed day
That will never pass away
When god will light creation with his love (CH)

Vs 2:
I don’t know if I can see
Myself chosen to be
Marching with the saints to my reward
I expect I will bow down
Low upon the ground
Till I hear different from the Lord (CH)

Vs 3:
Whether absent from the body
Seeing God Face to face
Or resting till the resurrection day
All I know is that Jesus
Is preparing a place
Where I will come home to stay (BR)

BR:
And the four living creatures
Cry out night and day
Around the throne of God
They always say
Holy Holy Holy is
The Lord God almighty
Who was,
Who is,
And is to come (CH)

Thursday, August 22, 2024 - 10:20 AM PDT - Here is a recent excerpt from my weekly livestream BOB BENNETT WEEKLY LIVE. This is the title song from my forthco...

08/21/2024

Our intimate venue creates the perfect vibe—bringing everyone closer for unforgettable nights. 🌟✨ It’s almost time for another round of fun! Join us on September 21 for Comedy Night with the hilarious Paul Aldrich. Get your tickets now by clicking the link below and be part of the experience! 🎟️🤣

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/82bapr7

08/07/2024

Join us for a night of laughs 9/21 with Paul Aldrich! Tickets in bio!

PAUL ALDRICH is a comedian, guitarist, and inspirational speaker.

For over four decades Paul’s music and stand-up comedy have been featured at thousands of events across the U.S. and around the world.

As a recording artist, Paul has sixteen projects to his credit, in-cluding his award-winning CD, MOCK ‘n’ ROLL and his recently released DRY BAR Comedy Special.

08/07/2024

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/82bapr7

Join us for a night of laughs 9/21 with Paul Aldrich!

PAUL ALDRICH is a comedian, guitarist, and inspirational speaker.

For over four decades Paul’s music and stand-up comedy have been featured at thousands of events across the U.S. and around the world.

As a recording artist, Paul has sixteen projects to his credit, in-cluding his award-winning CD, MOCK ‘n’ ROLL and his recently released DRY BAR Comedy Special.

08/05/2024

Felson’s Inspiration and Music is one of our favorite performers to play at The Upper Room! He has a way of transporting you back in time that never gets old (pun not intended)