All Saints’ Day Choral Mass
Please join us at the 11:15 am Mass on Sunday, 1 November, All Saints’ Day as the Cathedral Choir sings William Byrd’s Mass for Four Voices. William Byrd (c. 1540-1623) composed this Mass setting in the 1590s during the height of the English Reformation. The publication date is difficult to pin point as it is believed Byrd did no publish all parts together in order to make it easier to distribute for the celebration of Masses held in secret in homes. Join us at the 11:15am Mass on Sunday , 1 November 2015 to experience this fantastic Mass setting!
Second Collection for SC Flood Victims 24 & 25 October
The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist will take up a second collection on 24 & 25 October for aid to all those in South Carolina who were affected by the floods on 3-5 October. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Please continue to keep all the victims in your prayers.
Life Chain 2015
Charleston Life Chain will be Sunday, 4 October 2015 from 2:30-3:30 pm RAIN or SHINE! Come to Savannah Highway along the sidewalk by Blessed Sacrament Church, 5 Saint Teresa Drive, Charleston, SC 29407. Gather at 2 pm; signs will be distributed and parking will be available. For more information, contact Clare and Bill Richter at 843.766.2729.
Nostra Aetate Observance 25 October 2015
Nostra Aetate, a ground-breaking Catholic document on interfaith relations, was promulgated 50 years ago on 28 October 1965. While it was significant for this positive and open stance toward interfaith dialogue between Catholic and all world religions, it has been especially important in creating a new era of dialogue and growing relations between Catholics and Jews. On, Sunday, 25 October 2015 at 1:30 pm, the Congregation Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim on 90 Hasell Street will host a special event marking the 50th anniversary of this document. Jewish theologian Michael Kogan, Ph.D. will give an opening talk followed by a
Thanks Mayor Joe!
UPDATE 3 October 2015 The “Thanks Joe!” event has been postponed due to the inclement weather. Please check www.thanksjoe.org for updates on the rescheduled date. This Weekend! 4 October!!! The celebration begins with a FREE, fun, family gathering at Brittlebank Park from 3 – 7 p.m. Amidst festive arts and entertainment, there will be multiple opportunities for attendees to mingle with the Mayor, take selfies with him, sign the epic “The Book of Joe” memento, shake the Mayor’s hand and say “Thanks, Joe!” The celebration continues into an unforgettable evening at Joe Riley Park, featuring music, surprises, fireworks and more.
Bishop Guglielome’s Response to Pope Francis’ Letter Regarding Absolution of Abortion
“In a recent statement regarding abortion, Pope Francis conceded ‘to all priests for the Jubilee Year the discretion to absolve of the sin of abortion those who have procured it and who, with contrite heart, seek forgiveness for it.’ Priests in the Diocese of Charleston have long been delegated this authority by the bishop so those absolutions were completely valid. Our parish priests have and will continue to offer God’s mercy to those contrite hearts who seek His forgiveness for the sin of abortion. The pope’s statement has provided yet another way to open the door of mercy to those who are
