Goleta Presbyterian Church

Celebrating our sweet, faithful Jeannie. Now in the arms of Jesus

Jean Cavender of Santa Barbara, 1944-2026 Jean Cavender Mary Jean (Jeannie) Cavender passed away on June 7, 2026 at the age of 82. She was born in Salem, Oregon, on March 7, 1944, to Mary Edythe

Celebrating our high school seniors Angelia and Joel! Congratulations and go with God on your college journeys ♥️♥️

Lest we forget… Remembering the sacrifice and honor of those who served

On Memorial Day, we take time to remember and reflect upon the sacrifices of those who have given their lives in service to our country. In commemoration of today, the Presbyterian Historical Society is sharing this 1969 photograph snapped by the Religious News Service at the National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, during a Memorial Day commemoration service. The caption reads, “This scene will be repeated in every U.S. community on May 30, Memorial Day, when the nation pauses to remember its dead.”

A huge thank you to our friends at Goleta Presbyterian Church for their unwavering partnership with LEAP. Month after month, year after year, they show up with food and diaper donations — a true reflection of their commitment to helping children and families thrive. We are so grateful to have them by our side!

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¡Un enorme agradecimiento a nuestros amigos de Goleta Presbyterian Church por su inquebrantable colaboración con LEAP. Mes tras mes, año tras año, se hacen presentes con donaciones de alimentos y pañales — un verdadero reflejo de su compromiso de ayudar a que los niños y las familias prosperen. ¡Estamos muy agradecidos de tenerlos a nuestro lado!

Join us as we celebrate the glorious resurrection!

Worship Service at 9:30 a.m.
Children's Faith Formation following the Passing of the Peace.
Egg hunt and Easter brunch following worship.

Join us for our Good Friday Service of contemplation in the sanctuary at noon (Friday, April 3).

Maundy Thursday service of prayers, scriptures, hymns and communion. Then we shared soup and bread together. No feet washing though!

As we honor Holy Week, we invite you and your family to join us for a time of reflection, community, and celebration.

Here is our schedule of services and events:

Maundy Thursday Worship & Soup Dinner | Thursday, April 2nd at 5:00 p.m.
Gather with us in the Common Room as we share a simple meal and worship together.

Good Friday Contemplative Service |
Friday, April 3rd at 12:00 p.m.
Join us in the sanctuary for a quiet, reflective service.

Easter Sunday Worship |
Sunday, April 5th at 9:30 a.m.
Let’s celebrate the resurrection!

The Flower Cross: Please bring fresh flowers to help us decorate the flower cross on the patio as we arrive.

Potluck & Egg Hunt: Stay after the service for fellowship! All children and youth are invited to join the Easter egg hunt, and friends are always welcome. If you are able, please bring a dish to share for the potluck.

We look forward to sharing this meaningful week with you!

In the days following the State of the Union, join the Office of Public Witness for a nonpartisan Prayer Service. In a time of deep division and the ongoing war with Iran, we gather to lament violence, pray for our leaders and neighbors, and seek a just peace among nations. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by our Reformed call to public witness, we come not as citizens of one country, but as disciples whose hope is in God alone. All are welcome. Come pray, seek peace, and be renewed as instruments of Christ’s love.
Register Here: https://pcusa-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__FeT7NklQCCQHGgBj6nV7A