An Invitation to be Transformed...

There are MANY ways to explore your spirituality and grow as a human being at St. Mike's. Offer up your hopes and fears in community prayer, cultivate a relevant faith through small group conversation, develop a yoga practice that connects you to your body, experience God's creation in our community garden. Through these spiritual pratices and experiences we invite you to connect to God, to others in your community and to your own unfolding passions.

Community Eucharist :: Sundays, 10am (Chapel)

Join area residents, faculty, staff and other students for worship in a liturgical tradition. Every Sunday morning at 10am we gather to hear sacred readings from the Bible, a short sermon and communion. A small choir made up of students, faculty and associates leads us in joyful song. Students serve as greeters, readers, choir members, acolytes, altar guild members and Eucharistic ministers. Our service is meditative and casual. The word Eucharist comes from a Greek word meaning "thanksgiving." Our Sunday worship service is a time for us to come together in community and give thanks for the great blessings of God in which we all share. Whoever you are, and wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome at God's table. Take some time out of your busy week to reflect, pray and deepen your spiritual life in community!

Body | Mind | Spirit 

Bilingual Community Yoga for Everyone :: Mondays, 6:30-8pm (Chapel)
Flow Yoga :: Wednesdays, 6.30-8pm (Chapel)

Our Body | Mind | Spirit series blends spiritual practices of the East & Wes. We invite people of all backgrounds in the community to partake in our meditative, energizing and soulful classes! A donation of $3 or more is requested at the door. Bring your yoga mat or a towel, dress in comfortable clothing and bring your friends! Led by Marisol Murillo (Mondays) and Erika Hewitt (Wednesdays).

Progressive Christians @ UCSB :: Wednesdays at 6p (Little House)

Progressive Christians @ UCSB gather over a home cooked meal. Dinners include conversation with invited guests and other student groups on a range of topics related to faith, peace & justice and spiritual practice. Join us for good food, conversation and friendship. Sponsored by Episcopal, Presbyterian, Lutheran and UCC campus ministries @ UCSB. While community members are welcome, this group is intentionally student focussed. Meet in St. Mike's Little House. Email the chaplain (revjanelle@gmail.com) for more information.

Second Sunday Spirituality Book Group :: After church (12pm-ish)

Join us for this monthly spirituality book group. Speak to Sally Hall (sarahhall1@cox.net) for more information about the group. All are invited to join in - come when you can!

Grad Student Group/Fellowship/Meetup 

This group of grad students at St. Mike's and their friends meets monthly at a local establishment (usually Hollister Brewing Company) for informal, fun, de-stressing conversation. All grad students welcome to join in the fun. Email grad student Julia Galstad for more info: julia.galstad@gmail.com.

Faith and the Intellectual Life Luncheons @ Faculty Club :: Once Quarterly

This no host luncheon for Episcopal faculty, staff and graduate students typically takes place once or twice a quarter. This is a wonderful way for Episcopalians on campus to get to know one another and to share a bit about their work and spiritual lives with each other. Please email the chaplain if you wish to receive an invitation and be placed on the listserv.

Bishop’s Advisory Committee :: Monthly (Little House)

The Bishop’s Advisory Committee (BAC), is the decision making body of St. Mike’s and meets once a month during the academic year. Students, faculty and community members are elected to the BAC for up to a three-year period of service. Bishop's Warden is Madeline Blickley.

Standing Committee on Campus Ministry :: Monthly (Little House)

The Standing Committee on Campus Ministry (SCCM) is a committee of the Bishop's Advisory Committee and is composed of members from Trinity, All Saints', St. Mary's and St. Michael's congregations. The mission of the SCCM is three-fold: (1) to develop and support a regional model of campus and social justice ministry at St. Mike's, (2) to invite participation from area parishes in the ongoing ministry at St. Mike's and (3) to facilitate a fundraising strategy that provides stability to the Episcopal Campus Ministry @ UCSB. Members serve 2-3 year terms. 

Episcopal Peace Fellowship Urban Pilgrimages for Young Adults :: March 23-25, 2012

Learn about pilgrimages across the country that focus on social justice issues such as immigration and homelessness planned for spring break 2012. One pilgrimage focussing on "Food, Faith and Farming" will take place in Oxnard at the Abundant Table Farm Project. Application deadline is in early winter and the cost is $150. Schlarships available. Learn more here.

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings :: Twice Weekly (Little House)

St. Mike's hosts two 12-step meetings throughout the week: Thursdays 8-9pm and Saturdays 7-8:30pm. Note that the schedule of these groups during the summer months may vary. Group meetings are generally held in the Little House lounge (adjacent to the chapel) and periodically in the chapel.

Guitar Works Music Program for Youth | On hiatus

Guitar Works allows a select group of Isla Vista youth to take weekly guitar lessons with guitar instructor Juan Zargoza. Guitar Works students also work with UCSB interns and commit to daily practice sessions. 

openMike's | On hiatus

A supportive community open mic venue held Friday evenings in the chapel for artists in our community. Email Otha Cole (owcole@gmail.com) for the current schedule.

Campus Connection | On hiatus

An outreach initiative of the Episcopal Campus Ministries at UCSB & CSU-CI that brings Episcopal middle & high school youth from urban LA and Santa Barbara/Ventura County parishes to our campuses for an overnight immersion experience in university life. During their time on campus the youth meet with university students, attend a class, participate in community building activities and spend time in the natural beauty our campuses offer.

House Church

House Church meets periodically during the summer (and sometimes the academic year). These small and intimate gatherings, hosted by community members in a house, apartment or dorm setting, typically begin with the celebration of Holy Eucharist, followed by potluck meal or dessert. Speak to the chaplain if you need a ride.

For the Community...

St. Michael's Labyrinth

Walk our newly student designed labyrinth located behind the chapel next to the little parking lot. You can learn more about using a labyrinth as a meditation tool here.

St. Michael's Community Garden

Join the garden community! Sixteen raised bed plots on our property are available on a first come first served basis for those in the community who wish to grow organic vegetables, fruits and flowers. Email us (info@saintmikesucsb.org) to inquire about garden plot availability. Cost of a plot includes a $15 non refundable one time deposit plus $5/month to help offset water costs. Signed contract required. The gardening community gathers periodically for potluck meetings and fellowship. Newsflash: Check out this Santa Barbara Independent article on our community garden! UPDATE 11/11: We currently have 1 raised bed available. Please email us to join the garden community.

Music Making Opportunities @ St. Mike’s :: All the time!

Get involved with our makeshift Sunday morning choir. Rehearsals are held every Sunday (except during the summer quarter) at 9:30am. Speak to our Music Director Karen Tanaka. All are welcome! You may also wish to join our resident Mariachi band, Mariachi Integral, which rehearses regularly at St. Michael’s. (Contact: Juan Zargoza - jaznmuz@sbceo.org) If you’re a musician looking for a performance space, rehearsal space or place to teach, please email the chaplain (revjanelle@gmail.com).