Vision for College Students at El Camino
Our prayer is for college students, including graduate students, to be engaged in the life and community of El Camino. Whereas others might focus on a separate college ministry, we think it is important for students to be involved with other believers, both older than them and younger than them, during this season of life.
We know life on campus can be busy and stressful, which is why we hope El Camino and its members can provide rest and care for students. Once a month we have a fellowship lunch following morning worship. In addition, church members are encouraged to invite students over to their homes on Sundays for meals and times of fellowship.
Our pastor is available throughout the week and weekend for prayer and discussion and looks forward to building meaningful relationships with any student who comes through the church doors.
El Camino has a long history of campus ministry with students from UCSB, Westmont College, and Santa Barbara City College. Our church has been a church home away from home for many students during their time of learning. Furthermore, we understand how important it is for students to be connected to a local church so they can continue to learn and grow in the Christian faith during this formational time of life.
Student Bible Study & Prayer Meetup
Students meet for Bible Study and prayer once a week for one hour at the tables behind the UCen overlooking the lagoon. The day and time of meeting changes from quarter to quarter.
Come and join us as we read and study God's Word as well as pray for the world, the community, the church, and for one another. Feel free to invite others to join! Contact Pastor Jeremy to learn what day and time the meeting is during this quarter, or with any other questions.
Rides to Church from UCSB
We are one of the closest churches to UCSB, being only about three miles from campus. Many students ride bikes, walk, or carpool to church on Sundays. We offer rides from campus on Sunday mornings at 9:25am sharp for Sunday School and morning worship as well as return rides to campus. If we are on break from Sunday School, the pickup time is 10:25am sharp. The pickup location is the UCSB Bus Loop on Ocean Rd. Click the image for location.
If you are interested in getting a ride to church on a Sunday, please email Pastor Jeremy or call the church number and leave a voicemail with your name and phone number to pass on to the driver.
Lastly, we are just steps away from the Calle Real & San Rossano bus stop if public transportation works for you.
Rides to Church from Westmont or City College
At this time, we do not offer weekly rides from Westmont or SBCC. However, if you are a student in need of a ride, we will coordinate a ride for you with one of our members or regular attenders. Please email Pastor Jeremy with your name, phone number, and details to try to coordinate a ride.