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ISLA VISTA CHURCH
For the glory of God and the good of Isla Vista
2002
Welcome to Isla Vista Church!
Whether you are new to the city, or new to this church, we are so glad you found us! Isla Vista Church (aka "IVC") is a community of believers who value the presence of God, worship, family, and the Word of God. We are passionate about seeing Heaven transform the city of Isla Vista.
Join us on Sundays at 595 North Fairview Ave Goleta, CA 93117 from 4 - 6 PM for a time of worship, community announcements, teaching of the Word, prayer, and more. All are welcome!
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Text “IVC” to (805) 457-8540 to receive our weekly church text updates.
Weekly Events
We love to gather as a community, often! Click below to learn more about our different ministries, weekly events, and groups.
Sundays from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM | 595 North Fairview Ave Goleta, CA 93117
Join us every Sunday for a time of worship, corporate announcements, teaching of the Word, prayer, and more.
*We do not have Christmas or Christmas Eve services. We also will not have service on Sunday, December 28th.
Mondays from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM | 6686 Del Play Dr. (Behind the Jesus Burgers House)
Our church was born out of this prayer meeting! Join us Monday nights in the Isla Vista House of Prayer behind the Jesus Burgers house for 45 minutes of worship and 45 minutes of prayer.
Fall 2025 Monday Night Prayer:
September 8 15, 22, 29
October 6, 20, 27
November 3, 10, 17,
Devember 1, 8, 15, 29
First, third, fourth, and fifth Mondays of each month at 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | The Jesus Burgers House 6686 Del Play Dr.
Join us after prayer Monday nights to pray, bless, and share the love of Jesus with our neighbors! Meet at the front of the Jesus Burgers house after prayer to for door-to-door evangelism.
Fall 2025 Door-to-door dates:
October 6, 20, 27
November 3, 17, 24
December 1, 15, 22, 29
Tuesday Mornings at 6:30 AM | Old Town Coffee in Goleta 5877 Hollister Avenue
Join other men at 6:30 AM every Tuesday for coffee, fellowship, and prayer.
Tuesday and Wednesday nights at 6:30 P.M.
Homegroups are a time to connect with other people from IVC! In addition to hanging out, we typically share dinner, prayer, and worship together at homegroups. Homegroup addresses and schedules are shared in our church's Groupme.
Thursdays at 5:00 P.M. | Little Acorn Park (Right next to Bagel Cafe in Isla Vista) 901 El Embarcadero Rd, Isla Vista, CA 93117
Join us every Thursday night for Mac 'N Jesus in Little Acorn park! At Mac 'N Jesus, we share food with the homeless (and anyone else who is hungry) in Isla Vista.
Fridays from 8:00 - 9:30 P.M. | 6686 Del Play Dr. (Behind the Jesus Burgers House)
Join us every Friday night during the UCSB school year for worship! We gather together in the Isla Vista House of Prayer (the garage behind the Jesus Burgers house) to worship together before serving the city of Isla Vista through our Friday night BBQ, Jesus Burgers!
Fall Quarter Worship Nights:
September 19th & 26th
October 3, 10, 17, 24th
November 7th, 14th, 21st
December 5th
Fridays from 10:00 P.M. - Midnight | The Jesus Burgers House 6686 Del Play Dr.
Join us every Friday night during the UCSB school year for Jesus Burgers! Jesus Burgers is a demonstration of God’s heart of generosity and unconditional love. Since 2001, over a hundred thousand burgers (and counting) have been given away, and thousands of lives have been changed as God continues to reach college students through a simple hamburger.
Fall Quarter Jesus Burgers:
September 19th & 26th
October 3, 10, 17, 24th
November 7th, 14th, 21st
December 5th
Saturdays from 11:00 AM - | The Jesus Burgers House 6686 Del Play Dr.
Join us every Saturday morning for Run With Christ Isla Vista! All runners or walkers are welcome to join.
The 2nd Monday of every month from 7:30 - 9:00 P.M. | 6737 Sueno Rd. Isla Vista, CA 93117
Join us on the second Monday of every month from 7:30 - 9:00 PM for a prophetic blessing, prayer, or word of encouragement from our prayer team! Please arrive before 8:45 to sign up before the end of the night.
Fall 2025 Prayer & Prophecy:
October 20th (Postponed due to rain)
November 10th
December 8th
Partner with us
Your support empowers the various ministries of Mission Isla Vista. These ministries include Isla Vista Church, Jesus Burgers, and Isla Vista Worship. Click below to give to the general ministry fund.