Presbytery of Santa Barbara

"This is a day the Lord has madelet us rejoice and be glad in it!" Pastor Beach Walk - A Time To Be Restored Great day walking, talking, praying and eating tacos after!!!... Looking forward to our next gathering. come be refreshed! See more

A message from our Stated Clerk of the PCUSA https://www.pcusa.org//20/10/20/word-thanks-stated-clerk/

Did you know that Moorpark Presbyterian has a Tuesday Night program for kids called TNT (Tuesday Nights Together). Check out this photo of kds doing Yoga together. So great to see kids on campus being active together. Let's give a quick prayer of thanksgiving for those who are making this ministry happen. So good!

Did you know that Stonebridge Church in Simi Valley worships outside every Sunday? The power of God's word and worship impacting their communiity. Let's say a prayer of gratidute for the power of God's love being shared in Simi Valley and the surrounding area.

Did you know that Carpinteria Community Church continues to thrive with the Live Drive in Service? Let's continue to hold Rev. Jarrett Johnson and the entire team in Carpinteria as they share the gospel of Jesus to that community.

Check out this video to hear the impact of IMPACT and the possibilities to help people in your church community to serve others as they grow in their faith. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_aZS8jZFQg&feature=youtu.be

From the Moderator Grab life....the good parts and the hard parts...you find God in both.... Check out this quick 2 minutes of encouragement and this sweet nugget of ancient wisdom

From the Moderator Are you feeling overwhelmed from managing online school with your kids? Check out this 2.5 min nugget of biblical wisdom that can help (not solve) with any growing frustration. You got this. ... ......created this while making bbq, enjoy the wafting aroma

"My life is so much bigger than my disability." - Tracey Motoda This is a must watch - 4 minutes that can change your day. Tracey is a neighbor, a friend and we attend the same church. Her love for life, enthusiasm for people and relationship with God inspire me. So stoked to share this with you.

Alex leads worship in two of our churches in the Presbytery. Consider using this video as a way to start conversation and action in your local church

From the Moderator Was thinking of our churches this morning...thought I'd send this out. Super stoked to serve as Moderator this year....praying that today your thoughts and God's thoughts align...

We can respond to the racial inequity and tension in our country. We can be part of the solution to bring justice and healing. Let's have a conversation. Please join us for this important online discussion this Sunday at 5pm. You can ask questions and make comments on this LiveFeed. Click on link below for more information.

From the Moderator: A lesson from my Sabbath Surf Session

Did you know that we have these resources on the Presbytery Website - be sure to check it out at http://sbpres.org/welcome - California Dept. Public Health COVID 19 Guidance Places of Worship - California Employer Playbook for Safe Reopening (7/31/20) - California COVID 19 Industry Guidance and Checklists for Reopening... - PC(USA) COVID-19 Resources for Churches and Individuals - PC(USA) On Baptism and Ordination in a Time of Pandemic - PC(USA) Returning to Public Worship - Insurance Board - COVID-19 Resources - Statement on Celebrating the Sacraments in Time of Pandemic - Presbyterian Foundation Online Giving Program Stewardship in a Pandemic - Tips for Responding to Hunger in a Pandemic PC(USA) Pastoral Message from Stated Clerk of the General - FAQ - U.S. Small Bus. Admin: For Faith Based Organizations. PPP and EIDL Covid 19 Resources - California Dept. Public Health Covid 19 Guidance Places Of Worshipcalifornia Employer Playbook For Safe Reopening (7/31/20)California Co...