Nestled in the heart of Santa Barbara on Los Olivos Street, just three blocks down from the historic Santa Barbara Mission, is the quaint and beautiful Chapel of the Cloistered Poor Clare sisters. The sisters take great care to sing for daily mass at 7am, which I love to attend when I can. They also have Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament every Sunday at 7:30am with Benediction and Devotions at 4pm. Perpetual adoration is held for 24 hours the first Thursday of every month.
What I love about attending mass with the sisters is that I get an experience of holy mass with people who have a strong devotion to Our Lord present in the Eucharist. Beautiful singing and chant as well as the heavy scent of candle and incense always permeate the environment. The interior is simple yet pure. It is truly a hidden jewel to Santa Barbara.
Front of the chapel from the street. |
View of the sanctuary from the nave. The sisters actually gather to the left of the sanctuary, out of view of regular congregation. |
Closer to the altar. Above the tabernacle is a window used for Exposition. There is an adoration chapel behind the window where the sisters gather to adore Our Lord. | 
View of the choir loft and nave from the sanctuary. |
The beautiful Santa Barbara Mission is up next on my list of Santa Barbara church favorites.
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