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
- Seven Sorrows Rosary for Fertility
1st Tuesday of every month | 7:30 pm | Online
July 7
- One Heart, Many Voices: The Sacred Heart Catechesis and Multilingual Rosary
- 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
- July 2 | 8:00 p.m. — SymptoPro — emmamma.com/intro
- July 7 | 7:00 p.m. — Creighton — lexiesawonik@gmail.com
- July 13 | 6:00 p.m. — Creighton — monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com
- July 15 | 6:30 p.m. — Creighton — janellenapro@gmail.com
- July 20 |6:00PM — Creighton (SPANISH) — monicalara.fertilitycare@gmail.com
- July 9 | 6:00 p.m. — Creighton — Our Lady of the Lake Church in Chapin — courtney.nfp@gmail.com
- July 13 | 6:00 p.m. — Creighton — St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Simpsonville — Kristie Killough (864) 243-7800
- July 15 | 6:00 p.m. — Creighton — St. Joseph Catholic Church in Columbia — naprogal@gmail.com
- Seven Sorrows Rosary for Infertility
1st Tuesday of every month| 7:30 pm EST| Zoom
July 7, August 4
https://tinyurl.com/1stTueSevenSorrow
HOPE PRAYER CONNECT INITIATIVE:
To request HOPE prayers: https://tinyurl.com/ HOPEprayrequest1
To be a HOPE prayer intercessor: https://tinyurl.com/HOPEIntercessor
Scheduled Events
- Family Honor’s Understanding the Human Person
July 17, 2026 | 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm & July 18 9:00 am – 5:00 pm | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
Would you like to understand the truth about sexuality, love, marriage, parenting and family – and be able to express it to others? TOPICS: Pope St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, The Roots of Sexual Revolution, God’s Gift of Sexuality and Fertility, Consequences of Ungodly Sexual Behavior, Child Development and the Importance of Family, Gender Identity and Confusion…and more. Course fee is $150 and includes approximately 12 hours of instruction, books and meals. We are offering 50% for catechists, youth ministers, marriage and family coordinators, marriage mentors and NFP teachers. Register in advance: https://tinyurl.com/FamilyHonorJuly2026 For more info, contact familylife@sccatholicphp7.wpenginepowered.com
- Marriage Nullity Information Session
July 23, 2o26 | 9:00 am – 12 noon | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
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.
- Marriage Nullity Case Assistant Training
July 23, 2026 | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
The Diocesan Tribunal Office is offering training to become a case assistant!
- Living A Joy-Filled Marriage
August 8, 2026 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm | St. Finbar Hall, Charleston
Register Online: https://tinyurl.com/JoyFilledAug2026
$100 per couple includes meals/materials. For more information, please email Deacon Gary Ludlam at ludlamg@gmail.com or familylife@charlestondioese.org.
- Engaged Encounter
August 15-16, 2026 | St Mary Magdalene, Simpsonville
The weekend begins on Saturday at 11:30 am. $160/p9
- 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
- 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
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