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"We follow Jesus,

nurture ministries,

and welcome all."

Welcome to St. Paul’s! What are we all about?

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Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church: Your Spiritual Home.

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Welcome to Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church! No matter where you are on your faith journey, you are welcome here.

We are a vibrant Episcopal community located in Midtown Ventura. We are one of nearly 150 congregations in the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, one of the largest dioceses in the Episcopal Church (TEC), the United States province of the Anglican Communion.

We aspire to tell and exemplify God’s love for every human being.

What we believe

Our Mission

Since our first service in January 1888 in the Ventura Odd Fellows Hall is simple, and one we strive to live out daily in our lives: We follow Jesus, nurture ministries, and welcome all.

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We Follow Jesus

Join us on a journey of spiritual growth and discovery, inspired by a diverse and multi-generational community.

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Nurture Ministries

Find peace, hope, and joy in a sustainable and vibrant community committed to serving others.

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Welcome All

Experience a welcoming and inclusive community where faith and service intersect.

A vibrant community of faith!

Since 1889, Saint Paul's has been a cornerstone of our Ventura community. We're renowned for our friendly people, joyful worship, musical excellence, and radical hospitality. Our multigenerational congregation offers a welcoming space where you'll be embraced for who you are.

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Notes of Gratitude and getting into Advent! Its time to make preparations, not just in our home, but in our hearts. Join us at St. Paul's Ventura! Read below: https://conta.cc/4156y6L #stpaulsventura #advent

December 1, 2024, 6 pm, Advent Compline with St. Paul's Choir. This short service, featuring harpsichord, a cappella singing, and chimes by candlelight will sooth the heart and mind as we begin our Advent preparations. St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 3290 Loma Vista Ventura, CA 93003 #artistryinministry #stpaulsventura #ministry #compline

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New Bible Study! "Keeping the Magi Out of the Manger" In this two-week Bible Study for Advent "Keeping the Magi Out of the Manger," we will explore the Christmas stories found in the Gospels of Luke and Matthew and how they are each distinct with their own message. We will meet Tuesdays, December 10th and 17th from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the Community Room St. Paul's Episcopal Church 3290 Loma Vista Ventura, CA. Hope to see you there!

Grateful = Hearts Full. What fills your heart? Join us for our Thanksgiving service on Sunday, and find out what we are doing to spread God's love and warm hearts this month as we get ready for Advent! https://conta.cc/4963yZJ #stpaulsventura #ministry #grateful https://conta.cc/4gixnZF

In the spirit of giving~Join us as we collect gifts for seniors in our community! Plan early, as gifts need to be collected by Dec. 11th. Collection boxes will be in the narthex at church. #stpaulsventura #ministry #reach

We have two collections going this holiday season, and one is for children in our community! Ventura Community Christmas Shoppe will be hosting an event in which parents in need can pick out toys for their children. We will have a collection box in the narthex at church! Parents, this is a great way to teach your children about giving to other children in need, sacrifice, and empathy. Consider having your child help pick and plan! Toys should come un-wrapped, please. Plan early as collections will need to be done by mid-December! Thank you!

This week at St. Paul's, we study the Gospel of Mark and prepare for Christmas with giving opportunities. Join us for Fair Trade Sunday, where you can shop ethically for great products and contribute to a meaningful cause. Plus, we’ll hold a drawing for gift cards to thank our survey participants. Remember, your involvement helps us serve our community better! #FairTrade #CommunityEngagement #Service #stpaulsventura https://conta.cc/4fNyP5Y

Pray with us. #attitudeofgratitude #prayer #stpaulsventura #grateful

Mark your calendars! Can you believe Advent will be here soon? You are invited to join us for this beautiful, reflective service lead by St. Paul's Choir. #artistryinministry #stpaulsventura

Post election peace, right here at St. Paul's. Building relatonships, community, and walking in the way of love. https://conta.cc/3ClZyYT #stpaulsventura #ministry #peace

Pray with us. #stpaulsventura #ministry #prayer

This upcoming Sunday (All Saints') is special for so many reasons, including the extra thought and care we put into our musical offerings. This Sunday, we feature two anthems by contemporary female composers, Elaine Hagenberg and Susan LaBarr. These women have composed some exquisitely lush, vibrantly and emotionally provoking music for us, and the choir is excited to share them with you. "Gather at the River" by Susan LaBarr reminds us of those Christians before us, our baptism, and our communion together with God. "All Things New" is directly quoting text from our liturgy this week. It reminds us that God is working in us in mysterious ways, and that we are always experiencing metamorphosis so we can better express God's light. We hope you enjoy these choral anthems by these women, and we give thanks for their elegant craftswomanship! Here is a snippet from the last time we sang "Gather at the River." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50YPKtaCR8E -Tara Eisenhauer, Choir Director

It's All Saints' and we invite you to celebrate with us! We take time to remember our loved ones, those Saints that came before us, and everyday Christians that inspire us. Find out what's new: https://conta.cc/3Cfb487 https://conta.cc/3YNk4KE

A prayer for All Saints' "God of the generations, when we set our hands to labor, thinking we work alone, remind us that we carry on our lips the words of prophets, in our veins the blood of martyrs, in our eyes the mystics’ visions, in our hands the strength of thousands.” -Jan Richardson #prayer #ministry #stpaulsventura

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