Ongoing Events
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.
Natural Family Planning Introductory Sessions
Online
- December 4 | 8:00 p.m. SymptoPro— bit.ly/introwithemma
- December 5 | 7:00 p.m. — lexiesawonik@gmail.com
- December 12 | 6:30 p.m. — janellenapro@gmail.com
In Person
- November 14 | 6:30 p.m. — Immaculate Conception Church – janellenapro@gmail.com
- November 14 | 7:00 p.m. — St. Francis Eastside in Greenville – napronurse@aol.com
- November 19 | 6:00 p.m. — Jesus Our Risen Savior in Spartanburg – monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com
- November 20 | 6:00 p.m. — St. Joseph in Columbia — naprogal@gmail.com
- December 3 | 6:00 p.m. — Jesus Our Risen Savior in Spartanburg – monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com (SPANISH Session)
- December 12 | 7:00 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
- Our Lady of Sorrows Grief Ministry presents “Transformation of Mourning: Grief & Loss of those we Cherish
October 24 – December 5, 2024 | Thursday Eves @ 7:30 pm |Virtual
Please join us for a virtual grief support 7-week series beginning October 24, 2024, including Thanksgiving Evening. This series will present basic information about the human experience of losing someone close to us. You will find support in this hour-long, weekly series through prayer, learning, optional sharing, and resources. Email olsgrief@gmail.com for more information and registration.
- Together in Holiness Conference: Family, a Domestic Church
November 16, 2024 | St. Philip Neri, Fort Mill, SC
Calling all parents to the Together in Holinessmarriage conference! The theme for the 2nd annual conference is Family, a Domestic Church. This conference series for dioceses inspires spouses to grow together in holiness and empowers parents to form their children in the Catholic faith. Together in Holiness, an initiative from the St. John Paul II Foundation, offers powerful presentations from national and local speakers, Mass, Reconciliation, Eucharistic Adoration, on-site childcare, and practical tips and insights for spouses and parents. This year’s conference will be held on Saturday, November 16 at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Fort Mill, SC. Hear from national speaker Damon Owens and more as we discuss the family’s call to holiness and how to become a domestic church! Registration is open now!
To register, visit togetherinholiness.org/charleston or email Conference Coordinator Cameron Kelly at cameron@forlifeandfamily.org.
- “Mi Coraza es Cristo” Conferencia de Mujeres
23 de Noviembre de 2024 | 8 am – 4 pm | Parroquia St. Philip Benizi, Moncks Corner
Almuerzo incluido. Contacto Carlos Cruz 843.200.9113.
- “Líderes de Cristo” Conferencia de Hombres Mayores de 18 Años
7 de Diciembre de 2024 | 8 am – 4 pm | Parroquia St. Philip Benizi, Moncks Corner
Contacto Carlos Cruz 843.200.9113.
- Catholic Medical Professionals Mass & Gathering
November 23, 2024 | 3:30 pm Gathering followed by 5:30 pm Mass | Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Charleston
Our keynote speaker will be James Beauregard, PhD, clinical psychologist specializing in geriatric neuropsychology. Joining him will be John and Nancy Carrano, founders of Flourish Family Medicine and OB/GYN, that provides medical services in adherence with Catholic moral teaching and bioethics.
To register, visit: https://bit.ly/medical-professionals-2024 or contact the Office of Family Life.
- Rachels Vineyard Post Abortion Healing Retreat
December 13 – 15, 2024 | 10 am – 4 pm | Charleston Area
Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat is a supportive, confidential and non-judgmental weekend retreat for women and men who have had an abortion. This retreat offers everyone a place to find peace and closure and strengthen your relationship with God while experiencing God’s love, mercy, and forgiveness.
To Register Online: https://bit.ly/RachelsVineyardDec2024
For more information: Christy 803.554.6088 | Kathy 803.546.6010 or email Grace4Healing@gmail.com
- Proudly Pro-Life Weekend 2025
January 10-11 22, 2025 | Columbia, South Carolina
Reunite with your Pro-Life Family at the biggest and best event yet! Whether you’re a longtime supporter or attending for the first time, you belong here.
Friday, January 10th: Dinner with Featured Speaker Seth Dillon, CEO of the Babylon Bee, will inspire and energize with his unique blend of humor and insight.
Saturday, January 11th: March 11 am @ Russell House | Rally 12 pm @ State House Steps
Register: sclife.org/events (803) 252-5433
- Joy Filled Marriage
January 18, 2025 | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
$100/couple. For more information, please contact Deacon Gary Ludlam: ludlam@gmail.com or 8430860-0292
- Marriage Anniversary Mass (English)
February 16, 2025 | 11:30 am | St. Martin de Porres Church, Columbia
Contact Kathy Schmugge: 803-547-5063, familylife@charlestondiocese.org
Register: https://bit.ly/2025-marriage-mass
- Misa de Aniversario de Matrimonio (ESPAÑOL)
16 de febrero de 2025 | 2:00 pm | Iglesia de Our Lady of the Hills, Columbia
Póngase en contacto con Maria Romero: mromero@charlestondiocese.org
Por favor regístrese https://bit.ly/2025-marriage-mass
- Belonging Catholic Conference for Women
February 22, 2025 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm | St. Joseph Catholic School, Greenville
To join the mailing list to receive updates on this conference, please visit https://www.heartridgeministries.com/belonging.html#/.
- Engaged Encounter
February 22-23, 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.
- Joy Filled Marriage
April 26, 2025 | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
$100/couple. For more information, please contact Deacon Gary Ludlam: ludlam@gmail.com or 8430860-0292
- Engaged Encounter
May 17-18, 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.
- Joy Filled Marriage
July 19, 2025 | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
$100/couple. For more information, please contact Deacon Gary Ludlam: ludlam@gmail.com or 8430860-0292
- 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.
- Joy Filled Marriage
November 15, 2025 | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
$100/couple. For more information, please contact Deacon Gary Ludlam: ludlam@gmail.com or 8430860-0292
- 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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