Santa Barbara Events
Calendar of Events for Pastoral Region
Upcoming Events
Nov 01
Día de Los Muertos Misa y Celebración Santa Clara
Catholic Cemeteries & Mortuaries cordially invites you to a Día de los Muertos Mass and Celebration on Saturday, November 1 from 12pm-5pm. Location: Santa Clara Cemetery & Mortuary, Oxnard 12:00pm Mass, Procession, followed by Blessing of the Altars 1:30pm Cultural celebration begins with music, children’s activities, and folkloric dancers 5:00pm Event ends Visit th... READ MORE »
Dec 05
La Virgen de Guadalupe, Dios Inantzin
The Latino Theater will return to the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels on Friday, December 5 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, December 6 at 7 p.m. with its live play, “La Virgen de Guadalupe, Dios Inantzin,” Since 2002, the story of an indigenous peasant’s vision of the Virgin Mary has become a Los Angeles holiday tradition with its music, dance and a universal message of faith, love and persev... READ MORE »
Dec 07
Procession & Mass in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Join us for the 94th Procession and Mass in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Sunday, December 7, 2025. This year's theme is "Our Lady of Guadalupe, Cause of Our Joy and Hope." WATCH LIVE HERE (Coming Soon) The procession will begin at 10:30am, at the parish of Our Lady of Solitude. The celebration will be followed by a special Mass at 1:00pm, presided by Archbishop Gomez in honor of the O... READ MORE »
Jan 24
Hastening the Kingdom – Bible Talks
The Catholic Bible Institute: Bible Talks Series will have a talk 'Hastening the Kingdom' presented by Dr. Chris Seeman, Professor of Theology at Walsh University on January 24, 2026 from 9am-10:30am (PT) via Zoom. Synopsis: As Catholics, we look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. But what does it mean to “look forward” to these events? Two inadequat... READ MORE »
Jan 24
OneLife LA
The mission of OneLife LA is to unite communities and inspire positive action through an annual event that promotes the beauty and dignity of every human life from conception to natural death. This family-friendly event begins with live music and inspiring speakers, who share powerful stories that motivate attendees to serve others. The event continues with a solidarity-building walk through DT... READ MORE »
Jan 28
Ethical Leadership Lunch
Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking Ethical Leadership Lunch (ELL) hosted by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. This engaging event brings together Catholic leaders from the business world to discuss how ethical business practices can positively impact our community and uplift those in need. Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 || Time: 11:00am-2pm || Location: Cathedral of Our Lady of t... READ MORE »
Mar 28
The Psalms of Lament: Prayers for Hard Times – Bible Talks
The Catholic Bible Institute: Bible Talks Series will have a talk 'The Psalms of Lament: Prayers for Hard Times' presented by Andrew R. Davis, PhD, Ordinary Professor of Old Testament at Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry on March 28, 2026 from 9am-10:30am (PT) via Zoom. Synopsis: Over one-third of the book of Psalms are prayers of lament. This talk will explore biblical l... READ MORE »
Apr 25
“I Treasure your Word in my Heart: Liturgical Music as a Means of Biblical Interpretation – Bible Talks
The Catholic Bible Institute: Bible Talks Series will have a talk 'I Treasure your Word in my Heart: Liturgical Music as a Means of Biblical Interpretation' presented by Dr. Abigail Bodeau, Assistant Professor of Sacred Scripture at St. Mary Seminary and Graduate School of Theology on April 25, 2026 from 9am-10:30am (PT) via Zoom. Synopsis: Sacrosanctum Concilium explains that scripture should... READ MORE »
May 23
Scripture, Catholic Social Teaching, and the Christian Life – Bible Talks
The Catholic Bible Institute: Bible Talks Series will have a talk 'Scripture, Catholic Social Teaching, and the Christian Life' presented by Dr. Anathea Portier-Young, Associate Professor of Old Testament at Duke University on May 23, 2026 from 9am-10:30am (PT) via Zoom. Synopsis: Jesus identified two great commandments that summarized the whole of God’s teaching: To love the Lord God with a... READ MORE »
Santa Barbara Pastoral Region
It covers Deaneries 1-4 and there are 37 parishes in the region in 19 cities that are located in the two counties of Ventura and Santa Barbara – the largest in area of the five regions. Learn more about Santa Barbara Pastoral Region here.
