the Power of Forgivness

Debbie Przybylski, Frank Dirk, Inspirational Articles

“We have been sent into the world to implement the rule of God on earth. Where there is discord we are to replace it with harmony. Where there is hatred we are to replace it with agape. Where there is an offense simmering into a murderous conflict, we are to replace it with forgiveness. When we choose to forgive, we invade the realm of darkness and defeat those dark forces with the power of a resurrected life.” – Dudley Hall

Forgiveness is one of the most powerful responses that we could ever have, yet the steps in forgiving others may be difficult. Forgiving others is very hard. The love of Christ is the only way we can set free those who have deeply wounded us. The love of Christ gives us the only context we have for believing God has forgiven us.  Read more of Debbi Przybylski’s article, The Power of Forgiveness, at http://www.crosswalk.com/faith/prayer/the-power-of-forgiveness.html

Thank you to all who supported this year’s Fun Nun Bowl at Ashley Lanes on September 24, 2017!  Fun was had by all.  Check out our Flicker account to view pics.

Charity Event - Fun Nun Bowl

The “Fun Nun Bowl” Charity Bowling tournament is in its 6th year. Our event will be held at Ashley Lanes in West Ashley on Sunday, September 24th from 1-5 pm. This year we are expanding from 16 teams to 20 teams (ages 12 and up) competing for the Fun Nun Bowl VI title and four lanes reserved for kids (under 12) bowling. Each of the 20 teams will consist of five bowlers at $40 per bowler/$200 per team. Price includes t-shirt, 2+ hours of bowling, drink and food specials, silent auction, and door prizes.  We invite you, your family, and your team to come and participate in all that the Fun Nun Bowl has to offer for people of all ages and families.  Click Sign Up for more details on how to participate!  You can also download our Fun Nun Bowl Flier (PDF) for more information. Questions can be emailed to FunNunBowl@gmail.com.

Our “Fun Nun Bowl” was started in 2012 to honor the daughters of St. Paul, raise funds for them and other charities in need, and build community.  Through the first five Fun Nun Bowls, we’ve raised over $35k (including more than $10k each of the last two years) for several charities. As mentioned, it is also a community building event and each year we’ve been blessed to have more and more support.  Our former host, PINZ/Sparians (now Aldi’s), told us and others many times “this is the best run event here every year” and they would have us speak to others that wanted to hold a tournament.

Our event supports The Daughters of St. Paul, The Neighborhood House (which is run by Our Lady of Mercy and feeds/clothes the hungry in downtown Charleston, as well as providing GED programs to help break the cycle of poverty); “Camp Rise Above” which helps children with special needs and disabilities who would otherwise not be able to go to camp, have a camp experience.  “The Lowcountry Pregnancy Center”, which provides support to women who often don’t know they have support and options CNEWA – The Catholic Near East Wealthfare Agency is based out of New York City. Our donation specifically goes to an orphanage in Lebanon (which is already in desperate need, but that need is magnified with the refugee crisis in Syria and Iraq) and for Survival kits for Christians in Syria and Iraq.  Catholic Radio in the Lowcountry. And “Forty Days for Life.”

CCP will host a First Friday Network lunch at the Marina Variety Store on Friday, November 3, 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 speaker will be Deacon Joe Stocker of Holy Spirit parish.  For more information on Deacon Stocker, click Stocker Bio (PDF).

RSVP online today!

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

Frank Dirks - Bishop Robert E Guglielmone - CCP Event - George Weigel

This evening with George Weigel will be a time of Catholic Christian Fellowship in Charleston, SC!

When:  Thursday, October 5, 2017
Time: 6:30 pm: Doors Open; 7:00 pm: Dinner Buffet
Location:  The Cedar Room, above Mercantile and Mash, at 701 East Bay Street in Charleston, SC
Suggested Donation for Tickets: We do not wish cost to be a barrier to faithful fellowship, therefore we are leaving it to attendees to set their contribution to help us cover the cost of the event.  $100 donation per ticket is suggested (includes dinner and a one year membership with CCP). Special College Student Rate: $15 (limited number of tickets at this rate available). Only 300 tickets total are available. Your RSVP confirmation email will serve as your ticket.
To Reserve a Ticket Visit: George Weigel RSVP and Tickets

George Weigel, one of America’s leading Catholic intellectuals, Distinguished Senior Fellow and William E. Simon Chair in Catholic Studies at the Ethics in Public Policy Center and biographer of Pope Saint John Paul II.  Mr. Weigel will discuss Faith and Culture and his new book, Lessons in Hope, My Unexpected Life with Saint John Paul II.

We will also be joined by the Most Reverend Robert E. Guglielmone, Bishop of the Diocese of Charleston.

Proceeds will go to support:

• South Carolina Catholic Radio
• Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach Services
• Daughters of Saint Paul

The dinner will launch Carolina Catholic Professionals (CCP), a network of Catholic business people and professionals from across the Lowcountry affiliated with Lucis Via Charities, a 501 (c)(3) organization that supports Catholic charitable organizations in South Carolina.

For more information, please contact:                                                      

•  Frank Dirks 843-670-1350 or dirksjf@comcast.net
  

• Mike Patterson 843-708-4225 or pattersonmfp@gmail.com

Mary B.      Quotes from Pope Francis

“Faith makes us open to the quiet presence of God at every moment of our lives, in every person and in every situation.” Pope Francis

Mary B.    Inspiring Quotes

“I am a little pencil in the hand of a writing God who is sending a love letter to the world.” Mother Teresa

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