In the Pews: 03_12

Anglican Church of Our Saviour Enjoy theÊstately Holy Communion service from the historic BookÊof Common Prayer and our friendly sense of Christian community. Sundays, 12:30 p.m.; Emanuel LutheranÊChurch, 3721 Modoc Road; 683.8850.

All Saints-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church Sunday worship at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m., Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Weekday services Tuesday at 8:00 a.m. and a Thursday Healing Service at 11:00 a.m.; 83 Eucalyptus Lane, Santa Barbara; 969.4771, www.allsaintsbythesea.org.

Beth Messiah Congregation Sabbath services. Saturdays, 2 p.m.; 150 Pebble Hill Drive; 967.9878.

BodhiPath Buddhist Center Meditation and teaching, Thursdays, 7-9:15 p.m.; $10. Sitting meditation, Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m.; free; 206 E. Padre St.; 569.0099. Newcomers always welcome.

Cambridge Drive Baptist Church Sunday worship and children’s Sunday School, 10:30 a.m.; adult and youth Sunday School classes, 9 a.m.; 550 Cambridge Drive; 964.0436.

Carpinteria Community Church Sunday School and Sunday worship. 9:30 a.m.; 1111 Vallecito Road; 684.2211.

Carpinteria First Baptist Church Sunday School 9 a.m.; Sunday worship 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday family night: dinner 6 p.m., youth, Teamkidz, adult study, 7 p.m.
Nursery provided. 5026 Foothill Road; 684.3353.

Celebrate Recovery A biblically based recovery program providing a safe place for people to find healing from their hurts, habits and hang-ups. Mondays, 6:45-9 p.m.; 924 Anacapa St., Ste. 1A, (located in the Lobero Building); 965.WAVE for information or email: info@oceanhills.org.

Christ the King Episcopal Church Worship services. Children’s time at later service. Sundays, 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.; Youth group. Rev. Canon Brian Cox, Rev. Samuel Shafer, and Pastor Euell Ryles preaching. Wednesdays, 6 p.m.; 5073 Hollister Ave.; 964.9966.

Christ Lutheran Church Classes at 8:45 a.m., worship at 9:30 a.m.,ÊSundays; Los Carneros and Covington Way near the Stow House; Pastor Paul Hoefer at 964.2267 for information.

Church of Scientology Selected readings from the works of founder L. Ron Hubbard with group processing session. Sundays, 11 a.m. Personality and stress analysis and life improvement courses. Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Individual counseling by appointment. 524 State St.; 963.8931.

Eckankar Religion of the light and sound of God. 882.2035.

First Baptist Church of Santa Barbara Worship. Sundays, 11 a.m.; Christian living classes and children’s program. Sundays, 9:30 a.m.; 949 Veronica Springs Road; 682.2485.

First Church of Christ, Scientist Sunday services and Sunday school. Sundays, 10 a.m.; 120 E. Valerio St.; 966.6661.

First Congregational Church, UCC Worship services and church school. Sundays, 9:30 a.m.; 2101 State Street; 682.7146.

First Presbyterian Church Worship. Sundays, 9:30 a.m.; adultÊeducation 11 a.m. Peter Buehler and Linda LoganÊwill leadÊa class for all ages entitled “Preparing the Heart” during Advent.ÊEsther Bennett will lead a class focusing on scripture, songs and poetry of the season entitled “Treasure These Things.”Ê21 E. Constance Ave; 687.0754.

First Ukrainian Baptist Church Prayer meeting. Fridays, 7-9 p.m.; Worship. Sundays, 1-3 p.m. 400 Puente Drive; 964.4329.

Friendship Baptist Church Bible study: Mondays, 6 p.m., Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Bible study ages 5 and up: Sundays, 9:30 a.m. Sunday services: 10:45 a.m. Women’s ministry: second and fourth Thursday each month, 6:30 p.m.; 912 E. Cota; 965.7879.

Friendship Chariot Services A Christian 47-passenger coach from Ventura to Santa Barbara. Pray each morning before work; 965.7879 for registration.

Free Methodist Church All children ages 2-5 are invited to attend Wednesday morning chapel for singing, worship and simple Bible stories. Wednesdays, 10:15-11 a.m.; Cliff Drive Care Center, 1435 Cliff Drive; 965.4286; free.

Goleta Presbyterian Church Sunday worship, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday school for all ages, 9:45 a.m.; Logos, which includes dinner, Bible study, and music for kids 1st through 12th grade, Wednesday evenings. 6067 Shirrell Way; 967.2131.

Goleta Valley Church A Baptist fellowship invites you to worship service. Sundays, 10:15 a.m.; Youth Bible Study, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.; 595 N. Fairview; 967.4113.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Worship services, Saturdays, 5 p.m. and Sundays, 8 a.m.; contemporary worship service, Sundays, 10:15 a.m.;ÊSunday School and adult bible study, 9:15 a.m.; bible studies, Mondays, 10 a.m.; men’s, Tuesdays, 6:30 a.m.; women’s, Wednesdays, 6:30 a.m.; congregational prayer, Wednesdays, 7 a.m.; women’s, Thursdays, 6 and 7:30 p.m.; 380 N. Fairview Ave.; 967.1416.

Harvest Christian Fellowship Services with Pastor Bruce Greene. K-12 bible study, youth group, childcare. All are welcome. Sundays, 9:30 a.m.; 150 Pebble Hill Place; 964.0536.

Islamic Society of Santa Barbara Fridays, 1-2 p.m.; Goleta Valley Community Center, 5679 Hollister Ave.; 966.3373, x273.

Jewish Family Service “Healing From Loss,” four-week programs. Mondays, 1-2:15 p.m.; call Barbara Kuhn to register; “Single Living.” Mondays, 12-1:15 p.m.; call Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson to register; “Adult Children of Holocaust Survivors,” a six-week support group. Mondays, 1:30-2:45 p.m.; call Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson to register; “Schmooze Room”, a community café for seniors. Delicious food, special events, guest speakers. Open to entire community. Wednesdays, 1-2:30 p.m.; 524 Chapala Street; 957.1116.

Live Oak Unitarian Universalist Congregation Sunday worship and religious education for children. We are an official welcoming congregation. Rev. Bets Wienecke, minister. Sundays, 10 a.m.; 820 N. Fairview; 967.7867.

La Mesa Community Church, UCC Informal, welcoming, lay-led worship. Children attend first part of service, then go to Sunday School.ÊCommunion on 1st Sunday; Rev. Austin Welden preaching 2nd Sunday.ÊAn open and affirming congregation. Accessible to the differently abled.ÊSundays, 9 a.m.; 230 Lighthouse Road; 962.4828.

Mahakankala Buddhist Center Buddhist monk, Gen Rigpa, gives meditation instruction, guided meditation and teaching. Sundays, 10:30 a.m.; meditation and study class, Wednesdays 7 p.m. 925 E Quinientos St.; 965.1813; $10.

Nueva Vida Church Goleta Valley Healing Rooms. Come and receive healing for your body, soul and spirit. Come and experience God’s healing touch. Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m.; 5272 Hollister Ave.; 683.2225.

Santa Barbara Christian Women’s Club Luncheon and “Dazzling Holiday Fashions” by Patty Montana. The speaker is Donna Jacobson of San Diego, once featured in People magazine and a guest on the Oprah Winfrey show. Reservations required. Cancellations a must. Complimentary nursery by reservation. Wednesday, noon-2 p.m.; Radisson Hotel; Jeannie at 967.8133 or Helen at 964.5146; $17 inclusive.

Santa Barbara Friends Quakers worship. Sundays, 10 a.m.; Waldorf School, 2300 Garden; 965.0906.

Santa Barbara Friends Silent worship group. The first 15 minutes will consist of a brief presentation and discussion on a spiritual subject, followed by silent worship. All are welcome and the location is wheelchair accessible. Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall, 820 N. Fairview Avenue.

Shoreline Community Church Adult Sunday school, 9 a.m.; Sunday service, 10:30 a.m. Sunday school for children during morning service. 935 San Andres St.; 963.4228.

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Worship service and Christian education for the entire church family. Sundays, 9:30 a.m.; 4575 Auhay Drive; 967.6327.

St. Mark United Methodist Church Sunday services and Sunday school (ages 4-8 and 9-12). Toddler care available. Sundays, 9:30 a.m.; 3942 La Colina Road; 687.2631.

St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church serves the University and Community. All are welcome. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Sundays; Lessons and Carols at 7:00 p.m. Sunday with Rev. Norm Freeman, Rev. Martha Siegel, Rev. Anne Adams-Harris; Camino Pescadero and El Greco, Isla Vista; 805.968.2712; www.saintmikesucsb.org.

St. Raphael’s Catholic Church RCIA, an inquiry program for anyone interested in learning about the Roman Catholic Church. Mondays; Marie at 967.9506 for information.

Trinity Baptist Church Seniors Ministry. Seniors get together for fellowship. Fridays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Sunday school 8:45 a.m., Sunday worship 8:45 and 10:15 a.m.; 1002 Cieneguitas Road; Rolf Keehn at 687.7797 for information.

Trinity Episcopal Church Music for contemplation and celebration of the seasons of Advent and Christmas. Sunday, 3:30 p.m. Eucharist and peace vigils. Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.; 1500 State St.; 965.7419.

Unity Church Sunday Service and Youth Education at 10:00 a.m.; Sunday Meditation at 11:30 a.m.; 227 E. Arrellaga St.; 966.2239; www.unitysantabarbara.org.