Ongoing Events
Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus – June 27, 2025
Jubilee 2025
Catholic Medical Professions
3rd Thursday of the Month @ 7:30 pm
Are You a Catholic Medical Professional or Student?
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. Email CathMedMidlands@gmail.com for more information or Call the Office of Family Life 803.547.5063
Prayer Vigils for Life
Every Monday: Rosary for Life at 9:30 am
Every Tuesday: Rosary for Life at 8:15 am and 9:30 am
Every Friday: Rosary for Life at 8:15 am and Prolife Stations of the Cross, Divine Mercy Chaplet at 9:30 am
To view details on where to park and where to pray, visit 40daysforlife.com/columbiasc. Join one of the above prayer vigils or join 40 Days for Life 365. For more information, contact: Maureen, Respectlife@ollchapin.org, 803-932-6032.
Faith Café with the Catholic Grandparents Association (CGA)
2nd Tuesday of every month via Zoom
Be part of the social and spiritual space with world renowned speakers, reflections, and prayers. Come to nourish your faith to help pass it on. All are welcome. Bring a friend.
Self-registration available monthly at www.catholicgrandparentsassociation.org or email info@catholicgrandparentsassociation.org.
Natural Family Planning Introductory Sessions
Online
- June 19 | 6:30 p.m. — janellenapro@gmail.com
- June 19 | 7:00 p.m. — lexiesawonik@gmail.com
- June 23| 6:00 p.m. — monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com
In Person
- June 16 | 6:00 p.m. — Jesus Our Risen Savior in Spartanburg – monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com
- June 18 | 6:00 p.m. — St. Joseph in Columbia — naprogal@gmail.com
- June 19| 6:30 p.m. — St. Francis Eastside in Greenville – napronurse@aol.com
We have instructors for Natural Family Planning International, Couple to Couple League, Marquette Method, and Billings (Spanish) upon request. Contact jflorendo@charlestondiocese.org.
Scheduled Events
- ¿Cómo Sanar Nuestras Heridas? Buscando la Felicidad en el Matrimonio
June 5, 12, 19, 26, 2025 | 7:30 – 9:30 pm | Zoom
Christina Fundora
Donación: $20 por pareja. Recibira por e-mail el acceso a la clase.
Regístrese en: https://charlestondiocese.flocknote.com/signup/213006
- Creados Para Amar
June 13-15, 2025 | 6:00 pm Friday – 1:00 pm Sunday | Our Lady of the Hills, Columbia
Descubramos por medio de la Teología del Cuerpo cómo podemos entender y comprender:
- Los desafíos diarios en nuestras vidas.
- El diseño original del matrimonio
- Cómo renovar y redimir nuestras heridas
- Cómo fortalecer nuestra vida conyugal
Costo: $125 por pareja, comidas incluidas. Regístrese en https://tinyurl.com/creadosparaamar. Para más información contacta a familylife@charlestondiocese.org 0 María Romero 305.979.1573.
- Living the Longest Day in Faith and Hope
June 19, 2025 | 8:00 pm EST | Zoom
Join us for this evening with Matthew Estrade, Founder of CatholicAging.com and Author of The Peace with Dementia Rosary: Education, Intentions, Community. In this live webinar Matthew, a gerontologist, will speak about his work in aging, public health, and pastoral ministry providing insight and encouragement for caregivers of those with dementia and those living with the condition. A Q&A will follow Matthew’s presentation. Learn more about Matthew’s good work at CatholicAging.com.
Requested donation of $20. Register Here.
- Rachel’s Vineyard Post-Abortion Healing Retreat
June 20-22, 2025 | Rock Hill Area
Register Online https://tinyurl.com/RachelsVineyardJun2025
For more information: Christy 803.554.6088 | Kathy 803.546.6010 or email Grace4Healing@gmail.com.
rachelsvineyard.org
- Religious Freedom Week
June 22-29, 2025
Please visit www.usccb.org/ReligiousFreedomWeek for updates and all materials except the talking points.
- Living A Joy Filled Marriage Prep Retreat
July 12, 2025 | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
$100/couple includes meals/materials. For more information, please contact Deacon Gary Ludlam: ludlamg@gmail.com or 843-345-5980.
Register Online: https://bit.ly/LivingAJoyFilledMarriageJul25
- 44th Annual Meeting of the AAFCP Kick Off
July 16, 2025 | Hilton Charlotte University Place, Charlotte, NC | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Discover a powerful vision of holistic feminism, grounded in the dignity of the human person and rooted in Catholic teaching. Join us for an evening of inspiration and connection as we kick off the 44ᵗʰ Annual Meeting of the AAFCP.
Guest Speaker: Leah Jacobson, author of Wholistic Feminism
Cost: $50 per person – includes keynote address and light refreshments
- 44th Annual Meeting of the AAFCP
July 19, 2025 | Hilton Charlotte University Place, Charlotte, NC | 8:00 am – 4:15 pm (continental breakfast & registration open 7:15 am)
A full‑day conference for Catholic healthcare professionals to grow in FertilityCare science and celebrate the dignity of women.
Speakers: Faith D. Daggs, MD, Christine Wisdom, MS, Craig Turzinski, PhD, Alexis Simon, MD, Jeffrey Williams, MD, Bernadette Powell, PA‑C , Kathy Schmugge, MTS
Fees: $150 general | $50 medical students | Optional Evening Banquet $60
- Engaged Encounter
August 16-17, 2025 | 11:30 am | St. Mary Magdalene Church, Simpsonville
$160/couple. For more information contact Bob & Mary Reimer: 864-420-2633 or visit southcarolina.engagedencounter.com.
- Building a Better Life Workshop – Catholic Divorce Healing
September 11, 2025 | 7:00 pm | Online
This is a 12-week online intensive healing and support program for Catholics dealing with separation or divorce. The course offers Christ-centered emotional and spiritual care, reconnection with God and the Church, small group community, and personal coaching. Begins September 11 at 7:00 pm ET.
Early Bird Registration through July 31. Scholarships available.
For more information or to register, visit AboundingJoyMinistry.com/Events.
- Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience
November 14 – 16, 2025 | North Myrtle Beach,
Early sign up is recommended. For more information, visit https://SCMarriageMatters.org or email applicatons@scmarriagematters.org or call 803.258.0258. .
- Living A Joy Filled Marriage Prep Retreat
November 15, 2025 | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
$100/couple includes meals/materials. For more information, please contact Deacon Gary Ludlam: ludlamg@gmail.com or 843-345-5980.
Register Online: https://bit.ly/LivingAJoyFilledMarriageNov25
- Engaged Encounter
November 15-16, 2025 | 11:30 am | St. Mary Magdalene Church, Simpsonville
$160/couple. For more information contact Bob & Mary Reimer: 864-420-2633 or visit southcarolina.engagedencounter.com.
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