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We are a Christian community seeking to know and share God's loving and redeeming purposes for individuals, families, our city, and the world.
Coast Community
Join us Sundays @ 10 AM | 4973 Via Los Santos Rd. Santa Barbara, CA, USA 93111
Frequently asked questions
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Where are you located?
We believe church takes place in the community! Throughout the week, we follow Jesus in homes, jobs, parks, the beach, schools—wherever life takes us. On Sundays, we gather for worship and Eucharist at 10 am at 4973 Via Los Santos Rd. After our service concludes, we connect over coffee and snacks on the patio while the kids play on the grass.
What time is service?
Our worship service begins at 10am on Sundays and lasts a little over an hour (we usually wrap up around 11:15am). After the service, all are welcome to grab a donut and cup of coffee and connect with others on the patio.
Is there something for my kids?
Our nursery, pre-k, and kindergarten students are invited to play in their classes for the entire service. 1st-6th graders will be dismissed in the service. All kids receive a more age-appropriate teaching during this time.
Kids of all ages are always welcome to join their parents in the entire worship service. We welcome the noises and movement that kids bring into the room.
Is there coffee?
Yes! We serve coffee (and tea) and usually some donuts for your enjoyment. These are available before and after service and we hope you will come early and/or stay late to enjoy some conversation and refreshment.
What does a typical service look like?
We do the same things every week: we sing together, we pray, we teach the Bible and we share in the Lord's Supper. Guests are welcome to participate in each element of the service, including the Lord's Supper.
How should I dress?
Dress how you want! Be comfortable. There is no dress code at Coast Community. You'll see everything from the occasional suit to shorts and flip-flops. Generally, people dress somewhere in between.
What is worship?
Worship is the offering of our whole selves to God as an expression of devotion and love. In worship we respond with our praise and thanksgiving to God for all that God has done and simply for who God is. As we honor God through our singing, prayers, listening to the Bible, and extending friendship to one another, God gains special access to our lives, extending to us his strength, his love and his presence.
Why sermons?
We believe that wonderful things can happen when we provide a context in which the Bible, the Holy Spirit and the life of a particular community of faith can all mix together. This is what we hope to do when we preach and teach at Coast Community. Our sermons all start with Scripture and attempt to make deep and significant connections with human life, both informing the listener of God's perspective and inspiring the community of faith toward transformation and obedience.