Jennifer Metts - CCP Event

At our March 2 First Friday Luncheon, we were fortunate to have St. Mary’s parishioner, Robert Hagood, as our speaker. Robert discussed how faith informs his work in youth sports.  With a network of coaches and volunteers he is bringing lacrosse to young people across Charleston.  One particular area of emphasis is outreach to underprivileged kids in Charleston.  Sports can build the qualities of discipline, self-sacrifice, hard-work, and teamwork that reflect Christian character.  For more information about Robert’s work in the community, visit Cusabo Nation Lacrosse.

Mary B - CCP Event 

CCP will host a First Friday Network lunch on Friday, March 2, 2018 from 11:45am to 1:15pm.  This event is open to both members and non-members.  Lunch will be $15 for members and $25 for non-members.  Our speaker will be Robert Hagood, President of the William M. Bird Company.  For more information on Mr. Hagood, click Hagood Bio.

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Location:  Catholic Diocese Chancellery Meeting Hall (Map: 901 Orange Grove Road, Charleston, SC 29407)

Mary B - Lenten Season - Pope Francis 

Pope Francis celebrated Ash Wednesday Mass in the Basilica of Santa Sabina in Rome. As per tradition the ceremony started at the Basilica of St. Anselm where the Pope led a penitential procession to the nearby St. Sabina, marking the beginning Lent, the time of preparation for Holy Week.  During the homily which resounded with the invitation to “Pause” in order to look and contemplate, to “See” the real face of Jesus and to “Return” without fear, to experience the healing and reconciling tenderness of God, the Pope said the season of Lent is a time “to remedy the dissonant chords of our Christian life.”  Read the entire article by clicking:  Pause, See, and Return

Mary B - Inspiring Quotes - St John Paul II

This is not the time to be ashamed of the Gospel. It is the time to preach it from the rooftops. Do not be afraid to break out of comfortable and routine styles of living, in order to take up the challenge of making Christ known in the modern “metropolis.”… In your hands, carry the Cross of Christ. On your lips, the words of Life. In your hearts, the Lord’s saving grace.

Saint John Paul II

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Joe Stringer shared his thoughts on alienation and division in the culture on Friday and proposed the Gospel as the Way toward unity and hope.

Mary B - Books Worth Reading - Catholic Faith Resources 

Carolina Catholic Professionals has added a new item to the Faith Resources section of our website.  Books Worth Reading provides recommended books centered on reflections, devotions, and prayers in the Catholic faith.  Most books are available at the Pauline Bookstore online or in-store (243 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401).   Check it out today!

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CCP will host our First Friday Network lunch on Friday, February 2, 2018 from 11:45 am to 1:15 pm.  This event is open to both members and non-members.  Lunch will be $15 for members and $25 for non-members.  Our speaker will be Joseph Stringer, Charleston Director Christian Chamber of Commerce.

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New Location:  Catholic Diocese Chancellery Meeting Hall (Map: 901 Orange Grove Road, Charleston, SC 29407)

CCP will host a First Friday Network lunch on Friday, January 5, 2018 from 11:45am to 1:15pm.  This event is open to both members and non-members.  Lunch will be $25 for members and $35 for non-members.  Our speaker will be Daniel F. Kassis, Vice President of Customer Relations and Renewables for South Carolina Electric and Gas Company. For more information on Mr. Kassis, click Kassis Bio (PDF)

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Location: Marina Variety Store (17 Lockwood Drive, Charleston, SC 29401)

Mary B - Inspirational Articles - Pope Francis

Pope Francis provides an article in Time magazine on ways to find happiness during the holiday season.  Read more: Time Magazine Online, December 5, 2017

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CCP will host a First Friday Network lunch on Friday, December 8, 2017 from 11:45am to 1:15pm.  This event is open to both members and non-members.  Lunch will be $25 for members and $35 for non-members.  Our planned speaker, Randall Goldman, will be unable to join us due to an unexpected out of town obligation (watch for him in a future meeting).  Sean Kittrell, Assistant US Attorney, Violent Crime Task Force for the District of South Carolina, has graciously agreed to join us as our new guest speaker!

RSVP online today!

Location:  Marina Variety Store (17 Lockwood Drive, Charleston, SC 29401)