Catholic Medical Professionals Group
2024-03-21 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-04-18 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Come join a new forum for fellowship, mentorship, and discussion surrounding ethical challenges in medical practice, as we work to foster growth in one another and strive to faithfully serve God and our community.
Meetings are every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:30pm
For more information, email Dr. Mark Shaffer: CathMedMidlands@gmail.com, or call the Office of Family Life: (803) 547-5063.

Bioethics and End-of-Life Care Workshop
2024-03-23 08:00 - 12:00 | St. John Beloved Church, 28 Sumter Ave., Summerville, 29485, United States
A workshop on end-of-life care and bioethics to help clarify our Catholic understanding of human dignity and moral discernment and explain various end-of-life documents.
Featured Speakers:

Michael F. Acquilano, Director, SC Catholic Conference
Kathy Schmugge, Director, Office of Family Life
Dr. Tom McNamara, D.O., Fellow of the Academy of Family Physician

RSVP to SharonStarzyk53@gmail.com
Questions? Call Kathy Schmugge 803.547.5063
Download Flyer.

Matrimonios Eucarísticos
2024-03-23 08:00 - 18:00 | Pastoral Center Assembly Hall, 901 Orange Grove Rd., Charleston, SC, 29407, United States
Conferencia: 8 am – 6:00 pm
Assembly Hall
901 Orange Grove Road, Charleston, SC
Misa de Clausura, Obispo Jacques Fabré
Donación: $75 por pareja
Para registrarse en la conferencia:
https://bit.ly/matrimonioseucaristicos2024
Contacte a María Romero
305.979.1573 – mromero@charlestondiocese.org

Natural Family Planning Intro Sessions - April 2024
2024-04-02 00:00 - 2024-04-20 00:00
Marquette Method
Natural Family Planning International
Couple to Couple League
Billings Ovulation Method (Spanish)
SymptoPro Method
Apr 2 (Tues) 6:00PM (In Person)
Jesus Our Risen Savior Church
Spartanburg, SC
RSVP to monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com
Apr 2 (Tues) 8:00PM (Virtual)
RSVP at bit.ly/introwithemma
Apr 4 (Thurs) 7PM (Virtual)
RSVP to lexiesawonik@gmail.com
Apr 11 (Thurs) 7PM (In Person)
St. Francis Eastside
Greenville, SC
RSVP to NaProNurse@aol.com
Apr 16 (Tues) 6:00PM (SPANISH)
Jesus Our Risen Savior Church
Spartanburg, SC
RSVP to monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com
Apr 17 (Wed) 6:00PM (In Person)
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Columbia, SC
RSVP to naprogal@gmail.com
Apr 18 (Thurs) 6:30PM (Virtual)
RSVP to janellenapro@gmail.com
Apr 20 (Sat) 10:00AM (In Person)
St. Andrew Catholic Church
Myrtle Beach, SC
RSVP to bleyernfp@gmail.com

Divine Mercy Retreat (Georgia)
2024-04-05 08:00 - 2024-04-07 17:00 | Heritage: The Retreat, 979 Locust Grove Road, Crawfordville, GA, 30631, United States
Join us for the grand opening of the Retreat at Heritage, 979 Locust Grove Road Southeast in Crawfordville, Georgia. We will celebrate Divine Mercy Weekend, April 5-7, including reflections on Divine Mercy on Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Enjoy a Saturday morning open house at Pine Lodge and explore 200 acres of prayer gardens, sacred art and walking trails. There will be an opportunity to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet as a group on Saturday at 3:00 p.m.
The site was Georgia’s first Catholic Church and cemetery, founded in 1790, when all of North and South Carolina and Georgia were part of the Diocese of Charleston. The Retreat at Heritage and Church of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary are now part of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Read more of its history here: heritagega.org/about-us.
More info and registration at heritagega.org. Contact Fernanda Aldredge for additional information: retreat@heritagega.org or 706-417-8305.

First Friday Table Talk, April 2024
2024-04-05 10:00 - 11:00
Presenters will discuss the 2024 Black Catholic Heritage Celebration that took place during Black History Month at St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church in Columbia. A review of the National Black Catholic Congress XIII Pastoral Plan of Action will be revealed. Additionally, next steps for the diocese of Charleston’s Pastoral Plan for the Evangelization of Black Catholics will be shared.
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpde6sqToiGt3KgoQDVFR1_DfcdEmR4vbO

About Town Friday Night: Eucharistic Praise
2024-04-05 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 2222 Hampton Street, Columbia, SC, 29204, United States
You are invited to join us at St. Martin de Porres Church for an evening of Eucharistic Praise with the Liturgical Dancers, Father Michael Okere, Vicar for Black Catholics, and more. Join us for a dinner social after!
Check-in is from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. Please register for the event as space is limited!

About Town Friday Night: Holy Half and Happy Hour
2024-04-05 19:00 | The Basilica of St. Peter, 1529 Assembly St., Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
All young adults are invited to join us at the Basilica of St. Peter (Neglia Hall) for a talk and Q&A with Bishop Joseph Espaillat followed by a holy half-hour. Happy hour and hangout starts at 9:00 p.m. at Savage Craft Ale House Armory (430 Center Street, West Columbia). All-night adoration starts at 11:00 p.m. at St. Thomas More Student Center (1610 Greene Street). Drop in or stay!
Q & A with Bishop Joseph Espaillat: 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Holy Half Hour: 8:00-8:30 p.m.
Happy Hour Hangout: 9:00-11:00 p.m.
You do not need to register for this event. Please join us and bring a friend!

About Town Friday Night: Welcoming Dr. Edward Sri
2024-04-05 19:00 - 20:00 | St. Joseph Catholic Church & School, 1200 Cornelia Road, Anderson, SC, 29621, United States
You are invited to St. Joseph School in Columbia for an evening with Dr. Edward Sri. He is a theologian, author and well-known Catholic speaker who presents to tens of thousands of people from around the world each year.

Una la Noche en la ciudad: Bienvenida a Iván Díaz
2024-04-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Our Lady of the Hills Columbia
El Ministerio de Música Hispana le da la bienvenida a Iván Díaz a la Iglesia Our Lady of the Hills. Nacido y criado en Colombia, Díaz es un influyente cantante y compositor católico contemporáneo de música bilingüe y en español. Tiene una maestría en dirección coral y una licenciatura en música. ¡Todos están invitados!
No es necesario registrarse. ¡Allá nos vemos!

About Town Friday Night: Bishop Joseph Espaillat, Holy Half-Hour, Happy Hour Hangout
2024-04-05 19:00 - 23:00 | The Basilica of Saint Peter, 1529 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC, 29201, United States
All young adults are invited to join us at the Basilica of St. Peter (Neglia Hall) for a talk and Q&A with Bishop Joseph Espaillat followed by a holy half-hour. Happy hour and hangout starts at 9:00 p.m. at Steel Hands Brewery (2350 Foreman St, Cayce, SC 29033). All-night adoration starts at 11:00 p.m. at St. Thomas More Student Center (1610 Greene Street). Drop in or stay!
No Registration Needed. Contact Fr. Rhett Williams rwilliams@charlestondiocese.org for questions.
Basilica of St. Peter/Neglia Hall
Bishop Espaillat 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm
Holy Half-Hour 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Steel Hands Brewery, Cayce, SC
Happy Hour Hangout 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Run for the Roses
2024-04-13 18:00 - 22:00 | Hobcaw Yacht Club, 180 Hobcaw Drive, Mount Pleasant, 29464, United States
The Charleston Catholic School will hold its annual auction on Saturday, April 13 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. at the Hobcaw Yacht Club, 180 Hobcaw Drive in Mount Pleasant. This year’s theme is “A Night at the Derby.” Come dressed to the nines — derby hats and attire encouraged!
Tickets are now on sale: $75 for a single ticket and $125 for 2 tickets.
Visit www.charlestoncatholic.com for tickets.

RCIA Virtual Roundtable Discussion
2024-04-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Topic: Marriage & Decrees of Nullity
Join RCIA and Parish Catechetical Leaders for discussion and to ask questions and receive answers from a representative of the Tribunal Office this coming Monday from 12 noon to 1 pm.
Contact Cathy Roche in the Office of Catechesis at 843.261.0504 with questions. Download the flyer here.
Be sure and register in order to receive the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/RCIARoundtableApril2024

Rachel's Vineyard Retreat
2024-04-19 08:00 - 2024-04-21 17:00
This post-abortion healing retreat is a supportive, confidential, nonjudgmental weekend retreat for women and men who have had an abortion. On the retreat you can find peace and closure and also strengthen your relationship with God while experiencing His love, mercy, and forgiveness.
For more information for registration, please contact Christy at 803.554.6088 or Kathy at 803.546.6010 or email Grace4Healing@gmail.com.

Eucharistic Miracles Traveling Exhibit
2024-04-20 08:00 - 2024-05-04 17:00 | Blessed Sacrament Church, 5 Saint Teresa Drive, Charleston, 29407, United States
Experience the diocesan Eucharistic Miracle exhibit, a curated selection from the Eucharistic Miracle exhibit originally created by Blessed Carlo Acutis. It consists of 28 bilingual (English/Spanish) bifold panels that recount several Eucharistic miracles documented throughout the history of the Church. The exhibit is divided into 4 categories, each with an audio-visual guide accessible on mobile devices through the use of a QR code.

We are the Lord's End-of-Life Seminar
2024-04-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 3710 Augusta Rd, Greenville, SC, 29605
We are the Lord’s is a workshop on Catholic Bioethics and End-of-Life to help clarify our Catholic understanding of human dignity and moral discernment and explain various end-of-life documents. During the workshop, participants will be giving the church’s teaching on death, examine some common situations and how to discern the many choices, and lastly information on the Catholic Health Care Power of Attorney form and other hospital forms related to end of life treatment.
This event will be held in Guadalupe Hall at Our Lady of the Rosary Church. To register please email Victoria Norris, gvnorris@outlook.com If you have any specific questions, please call Kathy Schmugge at 803.547.5063 or email kschmugge@charlestondiocese.org

Native American Ministry Celebrates Earth Day 2024
2024-04-22 18:00 - 19:00
Celebrating this year’s Earth Day theme ” Planet vs Plastics,” presenters will discuss Pope Frances’ encyclical “Laudato Sì, On Care for Our Common Home”. Protecting our planet from the damaging effect of plastics in our oceans will be a primary focus. A spiritual reflection from Spring Bank Retreat Center in Kingstree, SC will open our celebration as we discuss ways to protect our common home.
Registration Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckdu6pqzMpGdHEQD0cuEv_sdUXFXF1tPou

ARISE! Southeast Women's Retreat
2024-04-26 - 2024-04-28 | Living Waters Catholic Reflection Center, 103 Living Waters Lane, Maggie Valley, NC, 28751, United States
Calling women from across the Dioceses of Savannah, Charleston, Charlotte and the Archdiocese of Atlanta: join us for the 2024 ARISE! women’s retreat April 26-28 at the Living Waters Catholic Reflection Center in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. The theme is “Spiritual Warfare, Securing a Battle Plan with a Winning Strategy.” The retreat includes daily opportunities for Mass, confession and adoration
Keynote speaker this year is Father Glenn Sudano, CFR, co-founder of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, and exorcist for the Archdiocese of Newark. Father Sudano has led retreats across the United States and in Europe, is a gifted spiritual director and continues to serve in the ongoing formation of priests.
There is limited space, so we highly recommend you sign up early!
Cost is $250 for Overnight Guests with meals and lodging included; or $85 for commuters to attend Saturday only, talks, liturgy and meals included.
Please use the QR code to register and submit payment, or click here: https://forms.gle/7WEH3ZReBJoXJzdSA

Contact Sarah Hankes, director of the Southeastern Women’s Retreat: 770-906-8783 or sewomensretreat@gmail.com.

Retiro de Parejas "Gracias de Dios"
2024-04-26 18:00 - 2024-04-28 18:00 | Heart Ridge Retreat Center, 130 Heart Ridge Drive, Sunset, SC, 29685, United States
Temas:

El Noviazgo / Autoconocimiento
La Comunicación
La Planificación Familiar
El Sacramento del Matrimonio
Los Lazos Familiares/Cordones Umbilicales
Lazo de Tres

Hospedaje y comidas incluidas. Costo: $285 por pareja.
Registraciones cierran el 17 de Abril o cuando el cupo se alcance
https://bit.ly/RetirodeParejasAbril2024

KofC Golf Tourney in Summerville
2024-04-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Summerville Country Club, 400 Country Club Blvd., Summerville, SC, 29483, United States
Knights of Columbus Councils 6629 and 11910 are sponsoring their Second Annual Charity Golf Tournament on April 27 at the Summerville Country Club, 400 Country Club Blvd.
Shotgun start time is 8:00 a.m., and included in the entry fee are drinks before, during and after play, lunch, door prizes, plus green and cart fees. There will be on-course chances to win prizes also!
This event is a great opportunity to help the Special Needs Community. All are welcome. For information, call:

Tom Bloomer, Council 6629, at 850-529-4282

https://kofc6629.org

Jim Bird, Council 11910, at 973-476-4402

https://uknight.org/CouncilSite/index.asp?CNO=11910

Natural Family Planning Intro Sessions – May 2024
2024-05-01
May NFP Introductory Sessions
May 9, 13, 15 and 16
We have virtual and in-person introductory sessions for Natural Family Planning this month:
Online
· May 9 | 7 p.m. — lexiesawonik@gmail.com
· May 13 | 8 p.m. — bit.ly/introwithemma
In Person
· May 9 | 7 p.m. — St. Francis Eastside in Greenville – napronurse@aol.com
· May 15 | 6 p.m. — St. Joseph in Columbia — naprogal@gmail.com
· May 16 | 6:30 p.m. — Immaculate Conception in Goose Creek — janellenapro@gmail.com
We have instructors for Natural Family Planning International, Couple to Couple League, Marquette Method, SymptoPro and Billings (Spanish) upon request. Contact jflorendo@charlestondiocese.org
View Flyer Here

Road to Emmaus with Dr. Scott Hahn
2024-05-03 - 2024-05-05 | Heritage: The Retreat, 979 Locust Grove Road, Crawfordville, GA, 30631, United States
Retreat to Heritage, located in Crawfordville, Georgia, for an intimate weekend with Dr. Scott Hahn, founder of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. Join Dr. Hahn as he unpacks the Road to Emmaus as a story of conversion — which points to the importance of our own ongoing conversion.
The weekend retreat includes an intimate reception with Dr. Hahn on Friday night, a total of three talks, all meals from dinner on day of arrival through breakfast on day of departure, Mass on Sunday and extended access to the Retreat at Heritage.
Click here to register for the weekend. Single-day attendance is available here for $145.
Friday, May 3
3:00pm | check-in
4:00pm – 5:30pm | book signing
6:00pm – 7:00pm | dinner
7:00pm – 8:00pm | talk: The Road to Emmaus
8:00pm – 9:00pm | reception
9:00pm | quiet hours begin
Saturday, May 4
9:00am | Mass at Pine Lodge Great Room
10:00am | talk: Understanding Our Father: Reflections on the Lord’s Prayer
11:30am – 1:00pm | lunch
1:30pm | talk: Hope to Die: Hope to Rise
3:30pm | Stations of the Resurrection
6:00pm – 7:00pm | dinner
7:00pm | fire pit fellowship
8:50pm | night prayer at Encounter Garden
9:00pm | quiet hours begin
Sunday, May 5
11:00am | check-out
11:30am | Mass at the Church of the Purification
Contact Fernanda Aldredge: retreat@heritagega.org or 706-417-8305.

First Friday Table Talk May 2024
2024-05-03 10:00 - 11:00
Reflections from the Diocese of Charleston Eucharistic Congress and things to host at your parish for our youth during this summer.
Registration https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEldO-pqTstE9ROgWKZ0SQ_cWlprCV58ZmB

A Walk with Jesus for Grieving Parents
2024-05-04 08:30 - 17:00 | St. Finbar Hall, 900 Orange Grove Road, Charleston, SC, 29407, United States
A Catholic retreat offering a safe place to seek peace and comfort led by Dcn. Henry de Mena, a grief counselor with over 20 years experience.
$20 registration fee includes lunch and materials. Register online here.
For Information, contact Christy Brown in the Office of Family Life: cbrown@charlestondiocese.org or 803.554.6088.

Renew & Rejoice 2024
2024-05-06 12:00 - 2024-05-09 11:00 | Camp St Christopher, 2810 Seabrook Island Road, Johns Island, 29455, United States
What recharges your batteries so you can continue serving? How do you become spiritually renewed so that you can continue to share the gospel? Just as Jesus went off to pray and rest, we invite you to come away and experience renewal and rejoicing during this 3-day retreat at the beautiful Camp St. Christopher retreat center on Seabrook Island, SC. Anyone who serves in youth ministry, religious education, or is inspired to help spread the influence of Jesus is invited to attend.

Location: Camp St. Christopher, Seabrook Island, SC.pm
Retreat Leader: Dr. Dan Lloyd
Single Occupancy – $360, Double Occupancy – $280
$100 deposit holds your spot. Commuter Rate and Limited Scholarships available.
To register, visit https://bit.ly/renewandrejoice2024 or email Cathy@charlestondiocese.org.
Download Flyer

Detalles de Dios Retiro de Parejas
2024-05-10 18:00 - 2024-05-12 14:00 | YMCA Thunderbird Camp, 1 Thunderbird Lane, Lake Wylie, SC, 29710, United States
10-12 de Mayo YMCA Camp Thunderbird One Thunderbird Lane Lake Wylie, SC 29710

TEMAS:

Fundamentos del Matrimonio
Razón y Fe
FinanzasY
Espiritualidad Familiar
Afectividad Sexual
Sanación Espiritual

El costo es de $285 por pareja. Alojamiento y comidas incluidas
Empezamos el Viernes a las 6:00 pm y Terminamos Domingo a las 2:00 pm

Para registrarse https://bit.ly/detallesderiosmay24

¿Preguntas? María Inés Romero • 305.979.1573 mromero@charlestondiocese.org

Sidewalk Advocates for Life Workshop
2024-05-11 08:00 - 15:00 | Christ Our King Mount Pleasant, 1122 Russell Dr, Mt Pleasant, SC, 29464, United States
We need advocates like you to walk beside women in crisis!
Sidewalk Advocates for Life is hosting a workshop to train new advocates for life. Abortion remains one of the greatest threats to peace in our nation and our world. There are abortiom-minded women that need support and love to help them save the lives of their unborn children. As an advocate you will pray for abortion-minded women and girls, walk side-by-side with those who are suffering, provide information about life-affirming options, remind them that they are not alone.
$10 registration includes workbook, continental breakfast, and a light lunch. To register, email gormleysx5@gmail.com or call 843.345.2769.

Family Day at SpyGlass Adventure Golf
2024-05-11 10:00 - 16:00 | SpyGlass Adventure Golf, 3801 N Kings Hwy #2714, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29577, United States
Join the St. Andrew Columbiettes for their second annual Family Fun Day at SpyGlass Adventure Golf, 3801 N. Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach. Proceeds will benefit local charities.
Cost is $7 per person; children 3 and under are free. Adults must accompany children and groups cannot exceed five players.
Contact Gretchen Abney, president, for tickets: 843-449-3631 or ggabney@gmail.com All are welcome!
(Rainy day makeup date will be May 18)

Evangelization & Adult Faith Formation Virtual Roundtable
2024-05-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Beyond the Revival: What’s Next?
Join us to network and share ideas with other evangelization and adult faith formation leaders as the Eucharistic Revival continues.
Contact Cathy in the Office of Catechesis and Christian Initiation at 843.261.0504 with questions. Download the flyer here.
Register here to receive the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/AFFERoundtableMay2024
