St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Ojai, California

Events

Come gather with us.

Worship, learning, service, and friendship take shape here throughout the week. See what’s ahead and find a place to join in.

Every Sunday

Sunday worship

All are welcome at the table. Choose the service that best fits your morning.

8:00 a.m.

Holy Eucharist (Rite I)

A quiet, meditative service in traditional language without music. (Sanctuary)

10:00 a.m.

Holy Eucharist (Rite II)

An expansive celebration in contemporary language with chanted prayers and music. (Sanctuary)

Upcoming gatherings

What's ahead.

Worship, learning, service, and friendship—find the next place to join in.

November

Worship

Advent Retreat

Center yourself in an open, spacious gathering combining art, contemplation, moving meditation, a shared meal, and other spiritual practices you can return to again and again. (Sanctuary/Parish Hall)
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Teaching

Pop-Up Teaching: The Church Year

Between the 8 AM and 10 AM services, Father Bill offers a fifteen-minute overview of a topic from an Anglican (Episcopal) perspective, followed by your questions and discussion. This "pop-up" looks at the church year -- the way we live sacred story through the changing seasons. (Parish Hall)
9:00 a.m.–9:45 a.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Recurring · Worship

Celtic Contemplative Prayer

Each Wednesday evening in Advent, enter a quiet space in a busy season: contemplation and candlelight with prayers from the deep language of the heart. (Sanctuary)
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Teaching

Advent Wreath Workshop

Create a wreath to mark the Advent journey to Christmas. We provide a base, candles, and Advent prayers and meditations; you bring greens for the wreath. Donations to defray the cost of materials are gratefully accepted. (Parish Hall)
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

December

Recurring · Worship

Celtic Contemplative Prayer

Each Wednesday evening in Advent, enter a quiet space in a busy season: contemplation and candlelight with prayers from the deep language of the heart. (Sanctuary)
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Recurring · Community

First Sunday

On the first Sunday of each month, our 10 a.m. worship places a special emphasis on children. Licensed volunteers lead them in their own story and craft time, and the children rejoin us in the church for Holy Communion. After the service, the children host the parish fellowship hour. (Sanctuary/Parish Hall)
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Recurring · Worship

Celtic Contemplative Prayer

Each Wednesday evening in Advent, enter a quiet space in a busy season: contemplation and candlelight with prayers from the deep language of the heart. (Sanctuary)
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Recurring · Community

Laundry Love

Love, dignity, detergent: an expression of community and caring. Laundry supplies, quarters, snacks, and conversation are provided. All are welcome; no qualifications or questions. (Launderland)
4:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Launderland, 537 E Ojai Ave, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Recurring · Worship

Celtic Contemplative Prayer

Each Wednesday evening in Advent, enter a quiet space in a busy season: contemplation and candlelight with prayers from the deep language of the heart. (Sanctuary)
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Worship

Christmas Pageant & Eucharist

At a single service, the children of the church present the Christmas story told through drama and song for our Liturgy of the Word, followed by the final Eucharist of the Advent season.
9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Worship

Carols & Candlelight Christmas Eve

Familiar carols accompanied by the Rosales pipe organ, a reading of the biblical Nativity story, holy communion, and a closing candlelight singing of "Silent Night" make this one of the most beloved services of the year. Linger after for warm cider and holiday greetings with family and friends. (Sanctuary)
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

January

Recurring · Community

First Sunday

On the first Sunday of each month, our 10 a.m. worship places a special emphasis on children. Licensed volunteers lead them in their own story and craft time, and the children rejoin us in the church for Holy Communion. After the service, the children host the parish fellowship hour. (Sanctuary/Parish Hall)
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Community

Rector Installation & Reception

We celebrate the calling of Father Bill to be the rector of St. Andrew's as Bishop Antonio Gallardo Lucena liturgically affirms his ministry among us. A reception follows. (Sanctuary/Parish Hall)
10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Recurring · Community

Community Sing

A joyful sing-along led by Lori Sunshine, music therapist. No singing experience or even skill needed; just a desire to make a little music with others. All types of music; all types of people. Bring ideas and a willingness to try something new. Donations appreciated, but never required. (Parish Hall)
3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

February

Worship

Celebration of Ministries & Holy Eucharist

Prior to our Parish Annual Meeting and potluck, we gather in a single service at 9:30 AM for our regular "First Sunday" family focus and to celebrate the ministries that sustain our life together. (Sanctuary)
9:30 a.m.–10:45 a.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Community

Annual Meeting

An opportunity to reflect on the year that was and the year to come in the life of our parish. We will elect our vestry members and diocesan convention representatives and ratify our budget. Bring a potluck dish to share. (Parish Hall)
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Community

Stations of the Cross Opening Reception

Our 2027 Stations of the Cross art exhibit showcases local artists' contemporary interpretation of the traditional 14 "stations" or scenes of Christ's final journey to the Cross. In these stations, our artists explore the universal human experience of facing injustice, carrying heavy burdens, falling down, being helped by strangers, and ultimately finding renewal.  Meet the artists at this opening reception.
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Recurring · Community

Community Sing

A joyful sing-along led by Lori Sunshine, music therapist. No singing experience or even skill needed; just a desire to make a little music with others. All types of music; all types of people. Bring ideas and a willingness to try something new. Donations appreciated, but never required. (Parish Hall)
3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

March

Community

Palm & Passion Sunday

In a single service, we begin our Holy Week observance on the church patio waving palm branches in celebration of Jesus' triumphal entry in Jerusalem, then process into the church singing, where we re-enact his final hours through dramatic congregational gospel reading. (Patio/Sanctuary)
9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Worship

Maundy Thursday Eucharist & Footwashing

An intimate service recalling Jesus' final few hours with his closest friends where he knelt before them to wash their feet,  took bread and wine, gave thanks, blessed it, and gave it to them with the commandment to "do this in remembrance of me." (Sanctuary)
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Community

The Gethsemane Watch

"Watch and pray" with Jesus in his final hours after the Last Supper and before his journey to the Cross. Keep vigil at the Altar of Repose. (Sanctuary)
8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

Community

Good Friday Stations of the Cross

We process around the church, re-enacting Jesus' final journey and stopping at the contemporary Stations of the Cross created by local artists, praying and meditating at each. (Sanctuary)
12:00 p.m.–12:30 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Community

Good Friday Liturgy

A deeply contemplative service of readings and prayers, followed by silent meditation on the mysteries of the Cross. The church will remain open until 3 PM for prayer, meditation, and viewing of the Stations of the Cross created by local artists. (Sanctuary)
12:30 p.m.–1:15 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Community

Easter Vigil & Baptisms

The first service of Easter, where we kindle the Paschal Candle, hear the grand sweep of our salvation story, renew our baptismal vows with those entering into the sacrament of baptism, and celebrate with resounding double "alleluias" the resurrection of Christ and the great Eucharistic feast. (Patio/Sanctuary)
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Community

Easter Sunday

Join the festive resurrection celebrations at our 8 AM (traditional language, no music) and 10 AM (contemporary language, music) Eucharists. (Sanctuary)
All day
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

May

Community

Pentecost & Baptisms

In a single service, we celebrate "the birthday of the Church" in the descent of the Holy Spirit with a mighty wind, flaming tongues of fire, and the proclamation of Good News in many languages. We join those entering into the sacrament of baptism with the renewal of our baptismal vows. The altar hangings, vestments, and Father Bill's shoes will all be red, the liturgical color of the day. All are invited to wear red. (Sanctuary)
9:30 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, 409 Topa Topa Dr, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Weekly at St. Andrew's

Recovery meetings

These independently organized groups meet in the Parish Hall. Meeting times may change; visit the Ventura County AA website for current information.

Monday9:00 a.m.

Daily Reflections Women’s AA

Tuesday5:30 p.m.

Women’s S.L.A.A.

Tuesday7:30 p.m.

As Bill Sees It AA

Wednesday7:00 p.m.

Al-Anon

Thursday5:30 p.m.

Women’s AA Serenity Group

Friday7:30 p.m.

Friday Participation Meeting AA

Saturday6:00 p.m.

Ojai into Action AA

Sunday4:00 p.m.

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