Black Catholic History Month
The history of African American Catholicism began with the arrival of the Spanish settlers in the 16th century in Florida. In fact, on the first page of the 16th-century baptismal registers are the names of black infants who were baptized into the Body of Christ along with white infants in St. Augustine Church. Although the […]
Veterans Day
Veterans Day (originally called Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in which we honor military veterans for their service and sacrifices for our country. Please note: Diocesan offices, parishes and schools will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.
Feast of All Saints
All Saints Day, Nov. 1, was instituted to honor all the saints, known and unknown, and ask for their prayers. It is a holy day of obligation for Catholics. Read more about this special feast day, and the subsequent celebration on Nov. 2: All Souls’ Day.
Medicare Basics
Overview of medicare basics with an emphasis on open enrollment: 10-11:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 16, St. Matthew Catholic Church, 8015 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy., Charlotte. New to Medicare? Learn the basics, including eligibility requirements, when to sign up, how much it costs, and what it covers. Vickie Blevins, executive director of the Catawba County Council on […]
Together in Holiness Conference: Charlotte
Together in Holiness is a marriage conference series designed to inspire spouses to grow together in holiness and empowers parents to form their children in the Catholic faith. Presented by the St. John Paul II Foundation and the Diocese of Charlotte, this conference offers a place of encounter, where God’s plan for marriage and family […]
Diocesan Catechetical Conference
Catechists and all who teach the faith are invited to attend the Diocesan Catechetical Conference Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem. Doors open at 8 a.m., and the program begins at 9 a.m. Advance registration is required – see the link below.
Wedding Anniversary Mass
Celebrating a silver or golden wedding anniversary this year? You are cordially invited to join Bishop Michael Martin, OFM Conv., for a special Wedding Anniversary Mass in your honor. Sponsored by the Diocese of Charlotte’s Family Life Office, the event includes a reception with the bishop after Mass. Couples who are celebrating their 25th and […]
2024 Converging Roads Conference
Join us for the 7th annual Converging Roads conference in Charlotte. Presented by the St. John Paul II Foundation, in collaboration with the Diocese of Charlotte and Belmont Abbey College, this annual conference series offering continuing education equips health care professionals to practice the highest ethical and medical standards of their profession. The theme of […]
Together in Holiness Conference: Arden
Together in Holiness is a marriage conference series designed to inspire spouses to grow together in holiness and empowers parents to form their children in the Catholic faith. Presented by the St. John Paul II Foundation and the Diocese of Charlotte, this conference offers a place of encounter, where God’s plan for marriage and family […]
Polish Mass
Catholics from across the Carolinas will celebrate their Polish heritage Aug. 27 with a special Mass in honor of Our Lady of Czestochowa. Polish Father Michal Szwarc of New Jersey will celebrate, with Deacon James Witulski assisting. Mass will be offered in Polish, with an English and Polish homily and traditional Polish hymns. There will […]