Sacred Heart of Jesus
Calendar of Events Offered by the Office of Family Life
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 803.546.6010.
- First Saturday Rosary Meditations for People with Mental Illness
https://zoom.us/j/92846472808?pwd=XbZ6Wv42pgdzEgA5lsO02IR5T3MXrz.1
- Prayer Vigils for Life Charleston
Daily | 7:00 am – 7:00 pm |Planned Parenthood, 1312 Ashley River Rd., Charleston, SC
To get involved for for more information, contact Susan (703)328-2334 or szeleniak2@gmail.com
https://www.40daysforlife.com/charleston
- Prayer Vigils for Life Columbia
On Public Right of Way Planned Parenthood Columbia, 2712 Middleburg Dr., Columbia, SC
Parking Notes: Do NOT park there. Please park in the lot at 2719 Middleburg Dr., which is across the street from Planned Parenthood. Please park away from the office building or toward the back lot. Reserve the spots near the building for the tenants please.
Tuesdays 8:15 am & 9:30 am (9:30 am Vigils are also on Zoom)
Fridays 8:15 am & 9:30 am (9:30 am Vigils are also on Zoom)
Every 3rd Saturday 9:00 am
Want to pray at a different time? Visit https://40daysforlife.com/columbiasc
To get involved or for more information, contact Maureen, Respectlife@ollchapin.org, (803) 932-6032.
https://40daysforlife.com/columbiasc
- Prayer Vigils for Life Greenville
Daily | 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (except Sunday)| Outside Greenville Women’s Clinic on public right-of-way, 1142 Grove Road, Greenville. Parking at Christ the King Church, 1223 Grove Rd.
To get involved or for more information, contact Judy (864)506-0964 or Dcn. Bob (828)860-5622 or email respectlife@smmcc.org with name, email and time/date you would like to pray.
https://40daysforlife.com/greenville
- 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.
- The BUZZ Project for Evangelization
- Natural Family Planning Introductory Sessions
- August 19| 6:30 p.m. — Creighton — janellenapro@gmail.com
- September 3 | 7:00 p.m. — lexiesawonik@gmail.com
- September 3 | 8:00 p.m. — SymptoPro — emmamma.com/intro
- September 14 | 6:00 p.m. — monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com
- September 16 | 6:30 p.m. — janellenapro@gmail.com
- August 19 | 6:00 p.m. — Creighton — St. Joseph in Columbia — naprogal@gmail.com
- August 24|5:30 p.m. — Creighton — St Elizabeth Ann Seton in Simpsonville – Kristie Killough at 964-243-7800
- August 27|6:00 p.m. — Creighton — Our Lady of the Lake in Chapin – courtney.nfp@gmail.com
- August 31| 5:30p.m. — Creighton — St Elizabeth Ann Seton in Simpsonville – Kristie Killough at 964-243-7800
- September 5 |10:15 a.m. — Our Lady of the Rosary in Greenville – scnapronfp@gmail.com
- September 9 | 6:00 p.m. — St. Joseph in Columbia — naprogal@gmail.com
- September 10 |6:00 p.m. — Our Lady of the Lake in Chapin – courtney.nfp@gmail.com
- September 10 |7:00 p.m. — St. Francis Eastside in Greenville – napronurse@aol.com
- September 14 |5:30 p.m.— St Elizabeth Ann Seton in Simpsonville – Kristie Killough at 964-243-7800
- September 21 |5:30 p.m. — St Elizabeth Ann Seton in Simpsonville – Kristie Killough at 964-243-7800
- September 28 | 5:30p.m. — St Elizabeth Ann Seton in Simpsonville – Kristie Killough at 964-243-7800
We have instructors for Couple to Couple League and Billings (Spanish) upon request. Contact kmeyer@charlestondiocese.org.
- Seven Sorrows Rosary for Infertility
September 1, October 6, November 3, December 11 & 1st Tuesday of every month| 7:30 pm EST| Online via Microsoft Teams
Join us for a time of prayer and reflection, uniting with others to lift intentions for those journeying through infertility. The Seven Sorrows Rosary is a powerful devotion that calls upon the compassionate intercession of Our Lady of Sorrows, who intimately understands our grief and pain. By meditating on her seven sorrows, we can unite our own crosses and hardships with hers and seek her comfort and hope. Join online: https://tinyurl.com/HOPE1stTue
Scheduled Events
- One Heart, Many Voices: Catechesis on the Immaculate Heart and Multilingual Rosary
- Living A Joy-Filled Marriage
August 22, 2026 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | St. Joseph Church Ministries Building, Columbia
$125 per couple includes meals/materials. Register at https://www.stjosephcolumbia.org/marriage-prep-online-form. For more information, please email Ben at ben@stjosephcolumbia.org
- Nulidad Matrimonial Clase Informativa
August 22, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12 noon | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
¡Sí, Es Posible! La Oficina del Tribunal Diocesano presenta. Sacramento del Matrimonio. Pasos para obtener la Declaración de Nulidad. ¿Por qué empezar el proceso? Preguntas & Respuestas.
Registraciones: https://tinyurl.com/LibreParaAmarAgosto o contacto María Romero 305.979.1573
- Marriage Nullity Information Session
August 29, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12 noon | St. Mary Magdalene, Simpsonville
Marriage Nullity? Yes, It Is Possible! Join the Diocesan Tribunal Office to an informative class on the Declaration of Nullity process. Whether you have questions or are simply wondering where to begin, this session will provide clarity and guidance in a supportive, confidential, and faith-filled environment.
- Nulidad Matrimonial Clase Informativa
August 29, 2026 | 9:00 am – 12 noon | St. Mary Magdalene, Simpsonville
¡Sí, Es Posible! La Oficina del Tribunal Diocesano presenta. Sacramento del Matrimonio. Pasos para obtener la Declaración de Nulidad. ¿Por qué empezar el proceso? Preguntas & Respuestas.
Registraciones: https://tinyurl.com/NulidadMatrimonialGreenville o contacto María Romero 305.979.1573
- Walking With Jesus: Retreat for Parents of Estranged Adult Children
September 19, 2026 | 9:30 am – 4:00 pm | Lowcountry Outreach Center, Beaufort
This Catholic retreat is led by Deacon Henry de Mena, a grief counselor with over 20 years of experience. A $10 registration fee includes lunch and materials. For more information, please contact Charlene Williams (843) 522-6512 or parishlife@stpetersbeaufort.org. To register, visit stpetersbeaufort.org/grievingparents.
- A Better Marriage: Day-Long Retreat
September 26, 2026 | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
Take intentional time to refresh your relationship and spend a fun, relaxing day away with your spouse! Join us for retreat led by Keith & Tami Kiser (Gottman Leaders and Heart Ridge Directors) designed to strengthen your bond through interactive workshops, engaging talks, and shared activities. Lunch is fully provided.
Space is limited. Please register early: tinyurl.com/BetterMarriageSept26
For more information: familylife@charlestondiocese.org
- St. Clare’s Home Pink & Blue Gala – Charleston
September 26, 2026 | 6:30 pm (Registration Opens at 5:45 pm) | Marriott, 170 Lockwood Blvd., Charleston
Every year, the Pink & Blue Gala brings together our great community to celebrate the extraordinary resilience of the mothers whose lives have been transformed through St. Clare’s Home. Cocktail Attire. Sit-down dinner. Early bird tickets on sale beginning July 13. $150 per ticket through August 31. $170 per ticket starting September 1. For more information, email Pdruffner@charlestondiocese.org. Registration: https://www.stclareshomesc.org/.
- Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend
October 2 – 4, 2026 | St. Gregory the Great, Bluffton
The Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience allows couples to strengthen communication and deepen their relationship. Turn a good marriage into a GREAT marriage! Looking for more information? Email joe.ginny.vatelle@wwme.org or call (803) 258-0258.
- Catholic Family Life Association Conference
October 8-10, 2026 | North Charleston Marriott, North Charleston
Join Catholic family life ministry leaders from across the country at the Catholic Family Life Association Annual Conference, Forged in Faith, taking place October 8–10 in Charleston, South Carolina. This year’s gathering invites participants to be renewed and strengthened for ministry through prayer, formation, and shared wisdom rooted in the enduring strength of our Catholic faith. Together, we will explore how families are formed, refined, and sustained by faith amid today’s challenges—equipped with practical tools, inspiring speakers, and meaningful opportunities for connection. Come be forged anew for the vital mission of serving families in the life of the Church.
Registration Information:
https://cfla.regfox.com/2026-catholic-family-life-association-conference#register
Conference Hotel Information:
Use the link below by 9/16/26 to register with the special conference group rate of $175 per night.
https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1775752780811&key=GRP&app=resvlink
- Living A Joy-Filled Marriage
October 24, 2026 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
$100 per couple includes meals/materials.
Register Online: https://tinyurl.com/JoyFilledOct2026
For more information, please email Deacon Gary Ludlam at ludlamg@gmail.com or familylife@charlestondioese.org.
- Engaged Encounter
November 14-15, 2026 | St Mary Magdalene, Simpsonville
The weekend begins on Saturday at 11:30 am. $160/per couple. For more information, contact Bob & Mary Reimer at 864.4202633 or visit southcarolina.engagedencounter.com.
- Living A Joy-Filled Marriage
November 14, 2026 | 9:00 am – 4:00 pm | St. Joseph Church Ministries Building, Columbia
$125 per couple includes meals/materials. Register at https://www.stjosephcolumbia.org/marriage-prep-online-form. For more information, please email Ben at ben@stjosephcolumbia.org
- St. Clare’s Home Pink & Blue Gala – Greenville
January 30, 2027 | Details Coming Soon
- ARISE! Southeastern Women’s Conference
May 14 – 16, 2027 | Heritage Retreat Center, Crawfordville, GA
Come refresh, renew, and connect with others from Atlanta, Savannah, and Charleston! Father Jewel Aytona, CPM, missionary preacher with the Congregation of the Fathers of Mercy in Auburn, KY will serve as our retreat master. Our theme will center on evangelization in the modern world. In the words of St. John Paul II, “This is no time to be ashamed of the Gospel. It is time to preach it from the rooftops.” The call to evangelize is not optional, yet most of us struggle to find meaningful ways to invite others to bear the yoke of Christ. May this experience help us strive to proclaim Christ through both word and the testimony of our lives (CCC #905) as we unpack some of the modern day challenges that permeate our culture.
Deadline to register: March 1, 2027
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/southeastern-womens-retreat-arise
Cost: $485 (includes lodging, meals, and all activities)
Contact: Sarah Hankes, Director, sewomensretreat@gmail.com or 770-906-8783
Downloadable Event Flyers
