Mark your calendars Youth Group Families! Join us after church from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM for lunch, Bible study, and a fun activity together.

Want to help make these gatherings special? Sign up in the back to provide a main dish, dessert, or drinks. Or sign up with our Google Form.

Endorsed by Bishop Michael B. Curry, Invite, Welcome, Connect is a resource of the Episcopal Church to assist churches in their welcome and inclusion of people in their church community. Join us at this interactive formation series as we consider our attitude and approach to inviting, welcoming, and connecting with members of our community! Our Postulant, Kevin O’Farrell, will lead this two week series that will take place after Sunday service on October 18 & 25 (11:45 AM).

Our monthly church fundraiser is coming up! On October 14 from 3:30pm - 9:30pm, Toppers Pizza is having a fundraiser benefiting St. Columba’s Episcopal Church.

Grab a flyer from the back of the church, which you can show in person or mention when making an order over the phone. Please note that online orders are not eligible for the fundraiser.

Toppers Pizza

Address: 425 Arneill Road, Camarillo, CA

Phone Number: (805) 385-4444

Join the Ventura County Interfaith Community for its annual Feast of Faiths!

At Ventura County Interfaith Community’s Feast of Faiths, guests from different faith traditions will gather around dishes prepared with care—foods that honor halal principles while celebrating Mediterranean flavors. As people enjoy the cuisine and exchange stories, the meal becomes more than nourishment; it becomes a gentle invitation to understand one another’s practices, values, and hopes. The evening’s warmth comes not only from the food but from the sense of belonging created when diverse communities sit together, listen generously, and find common ground at a shared table. Learn more by visiting https://www.vcic.info/2026-feast-of-faiths/

• Date: October 11, 2026

• Registration and networking: 3:30 PM

• Feast: 4-6 PM

• Location: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3501 Loma Vista Rd., Ventura, CA 93003

• Cuisine: The meal will feature Mediterranean cuisine catered by Hummus Republic. All meat served at the event will be halal.

• Ticket prices:

  • General Admission – $35

  • Student Admission – $20 – Ages 17 and under or students with a valid student ID.

  • Early Bird – $30 until September 30th

  • Early Bird Student – $15 – Ages 17 and under or students with a valid student ID until September 30th

Mark your calendars Youth Group Families! Join us after church from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM for lunch, Bible study, and a fun activity together.

Want to help make these gatherings special? Sign up in the back to provide a main dish, dessert, or drinks. Or sign up with our Google Form.

In honor of the Feast of St. Francis, St. Columba’s Episcopal Church welcomes all animals and their human friends for a blessing. Bring your pets and join us at our 9:30am Eucharist service. Or, you can bring your pet at 2:00pm for our Drive-By Pet Blessings with Father Michael.

If you are unable to bring your animal in person, bring a photo of them or a stuffed animal for a blessing!

ST. COLUMBA’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

1251 Las Posas Road  •  Camarillo, CA 93010

For additional information: 805-482-8831 

Y’all Ready for Another Hoedown?

Brought to you by St. Columba’s Health Ministry, where faith meets flannel!

Dust off your boots and grab your hat. It’s time for another St. Columba’s Hoedown Fundraiser! Join us for an evening of good food, good company, and plenty of down-home fun.

Saturday, September 26
St. Columba’s Parish Hall & Courtyard

Tickets are on sale now for $20, so be sure to get yours! Funds raised will support our family & youth ministries.

And this year, we’ll also have a Silent Auction, with some great items up for bid throughout the evening.

Whether you can two-step like a pro or just want to come enjoy the festivities, we’d love to have you there.

No horse required. Just come hungry and ready for a good time!

Deanery 1 Celebration — Saturday, September 12 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Join Episcopalians from across Deanery 1 at Church of the Epiphany in Oak Park as we welcome the Rt. Rev. Dr. Antonio José Gallardo Lucena, 8th Bishop of Los Angeles.

We’ll gather for a joyful afternoon of fellowship, food, music, prayer, and conversation—and an opportunity to meet Bishop Gallardo and welcome him to our deanery.

Church of the Epiphany
5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park

Planning to come? Please let us know so that St. Columba’s can provide a headcount by August 31. Sign up in the Narthex or below.

POETRY AT ST. COLUMBA’S — SEPTEMBER 6

Stay after church on Sunday, September 6, for a special poetry reading featuring Jennifer Hyde Dracos-Tice, celebrating her newest collection, Roar of All Septembers. Jennifer will be joined by other professional and amateur poets, followed by an open mic for anyone who would like to share a poem of their own. Come to listen—or bring something to share.

BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS — AUGUST 16

As the new school year begins, all students, teachers, and school staff are invited to bring a backpack, briefcase, school bag, or whatever accompanies them through the school day for a special blessing during our 9:30 a.m. service on Sunday, August 16. We’ll pray for everyone beginning a new school year and send them out with God’s blessing.

ST. COLUMBA’S FUNDRAISER AT MISTER SOFTEE’S — AUGUST 12

Treat yourself and support St. Columba’s at the same time! Our monthly restaurant fundraiser is Wednesday, August 12, from 12:00–10:00 p.m. at Mister Softee’s, 2100 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo (at Ventura Blvd. and Fir, across from Twenty 88).

No flyer is needed—just mention the St. Columba’s fundraiser when you order, and 15% of fundraiser sales will be donated to St. Columba’s.

Confirmation & Reception Preparation

This summer we will begin a process of preparation for those interested in Confirmation or Reception into the Episcopal Church when the Bishop visits St. Columba’s.

These gatherings will be an opportunity to explore the Christian faith more deeply, reflect on your spiritual journey, and learn more about the life and worship of the Church.

If you are interested, or simply curious and would like to learn more, please speak with Fr. Michael. All are welcome.

Our Monthly Restaurant Fundraisesr is being hosted at Presto Pasta. Flyer can be found here

Join us for an evening of music by our own very talented Brett Hanley, fellowship, and a relaxed “Hollywood Bowl” style picnic on the lawn.

Bring your picnic dinner, blankets, and lawn chairs and enjoy a summer evening together before the concert begins.

Picnic Begins: 12:30 PM
Concert Begins: 2:00 PM

All are welcome.

The results of our 43rd Annual Camarillo Crop hunger Walk are in. A total of $32,098.00 was raised and 25% of that will go to hunger programs in Camarillo. St. Columba raised $3,672.00. We just received a check from CWS-CROP for $1,897.66 for our food pantry.a Congratulations and thanks to everyone who participated and donated.

Blessings, Bev Pearson

The 1st Ammendment sets forth the principle, but where are the limits and boudaries to this Idea?

Join the panel, featuring our own Dr Kevin O’Farrell, as they discuss how to approach this question.