Santa Barbara Events
Calendar of Events for Pastoral Region
Upcoming Events
Oct 12
Healthcare Professionals Mass
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles and Mission Doctors Association invite all to the Annual Mass for Healthcare Professionals. This Mass honors all of those involved in the healthcare field. Physicians, Nurses, Chaplains, Physical Therapists, Respiratory Therapists, Mental Health Caregivers, Chiropractors, Administration, Lab Workers and ALL those who work in the healthcare field are invited. Blessing... READ MORE »
Oct 14
Red Mass
Join us to celebrate The 43rd Annual Red Mass at the Cathedral on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM with Archbishop José H. Gomez! During this Mass, we honor and pray for all public servants and political leaders so they can have guidance and strength to fulfill their professions. Members of all faiths and traditions are encouraged to attend. The St. Thomas More Society of Los Angeles (... READ MORE »
Oct 15
MCA Youth Appreciation Mass
Every year the Pontifical Mission Society's, Missionary Childhood Association, hosts a mass for its members at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels during the month of October. This year, the MCA Mass will take place on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. During the mass we recognize and thank the children for their missionary efforts. Encouraging them to always reflect the light of Christ in the w... READ MORE »
Oct 19
World Mission Sunday 2025
The Pontifical Mission Societies in Los Angeles invites you to join this year's World Mission Sunday. On Sunday, October 19, 2025 unite with all Catholics by praying for our brothers and sisters around the world. At any Archdiocese of Los Angeles parish, prayerfully consider giving a donation for the missions. The late Pope Francis declared "Missionaries of Hope, Among all peoples" to be the th... READ MORE »
Oct 22
Jeremiah: A Prophetic Voice for Our Times – Bible Talks
The Catholic Bible Institute: Bible Talks Series will have a talk 'Jeremiah: A Prophetic Voice for Our Times' presented by Sr. Rosalia Meza, VDMF, Director of the Office of Religious Education on October 22, 2025 from 7pm-8:30pm (PT) via Zoom. Synopsis: Jeremiah, called the “weeping prophet,” speaks with a voice that still resounds powerfully for the Church and the world today. His message... READ MORE »
Oct 25
Santa Barbara Regional Congress 2025
Join us for the Santa Barbara Regional Congress 2025 on Saturday, October 25, 2025. The Regional Congress will be at Saint Bonaventure High School (3167 Telegraph Rd., Ventura). Our theme this year is, “Journeying Together in Hope.” This event welcomes Parish Catechetical Leaders, Catechists, Faith Formation Ministers, Parish Ministers, and all who are interested in continuing to know more... READ MORE »
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 7pm-8:30pm (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 inadequate... 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 7pm-8:30pm (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 7pm-8:30pm (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 7pm-8:30pm (PT) via Zoom. Synopsis: Jesus identified two great commandments that summarized the whole of God’s teaching: To love the Lord God with al... 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.
