Craig Francis Harrison graduated from Bakersfield High School, and UCLA, where he obtained a degree in Business and Economics with a minor in Psychology. He entered the Seminary at St. Johns and received a Masters Degree in Divinity.
Craig Harrison has legally adopted multiple children and 19 grandchildren, who have enhanced both his life and ministry.
He is a sought-after speaker and has donated many hours to numerous philanthropic organizations in Bakersfield, including Rotary, Kiwanis, Bakersfield Museum of Art, Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, Friends of the Children, Jim Burke Dream Builders, St. Vincent de Paul Society, and Catholic Charities. Craig has also served on the Boards of the Bakersfield Art Museum, the Wheeler Foundation, and the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
In 2020, Craig Harrison formed Transition Ahead, LLC, allowing him to help others achieve the best version of self through healing. He has performed countless workshops on grief, trauma, and living in peace; and is the author of “Angel Girl,” written in memory of an 11-year old girl who passed away from cancer, and “Pax et Bonum,” a tribute to his beloved Assisi, Italy. He is currently writing two new books.
Craig Harrison’s daily reflection, “Coffee with Jesus,” and weekly Sunday video, “The Message,” bring spiritual inspiration to thousands.
Craig's Latest Inspirations
Rain and harvest serve as gentle reminders to offer sincere thanks and praise to God. Expressing gratitude for simple blessings brings renewal and joy to our hearts.
Shared reflections on suffering remind us to look beyond ourselves and stay close to Christ. Surrendering our pain to Him forms an essential part of our journey to holiness.
In this inspiring and practical presentation from the Reflections series, guest speaker Craig Harrison explores how to navigate life’s biggest transitions – aging, retirement, unexpected diagnoses, and the loss of …
Amid world uncertainty, surrendering control and trusting in Jesus brings true peace. Praying ‘Jesus, I trust in You’ guides us through every difficulty.