Shrine of Saint Joseph - Santa Cruz Theodore Kacius: It was an exhilarating experience to meet Fr. Matthew Spencer, Oblate of St. Joseph, with whom I had become familiar through his work on Relevant Radio. I found friendly people after a morning mass there while on vacation in Santa Cruz who were very helpful with suggesting a local State Park to visit as well as just being available to me for some time that we could share our love of Jesus and His church with one another. The secretary in the office made herself available to me for conversation and I was very able to enjoy time for prayer and reflection in the chapel. I also enjoyed the coffee shop and the outdoor seating and garden area. Beautiful place to sit and reflect on ones life journey and the possible paths forward from here, hearing the Santa Cruz ocean waves rolling in to the shoreline just across the street.
Faith Community Church - Santa Cruz Kristina Morgan: Authentic, Jesus-loving community who accepts people just as they are. My children have found life-long friends here, and adults who really care and pour into them. As a parent, I have always felt supported. I have truly found a home in this church.
