< Back Ministry of Consolation Offer hospitality and comfort to grieving families through funeral reception. The Ministry of Consolation serves families during one of life's most difficult moments by offering hospitality, compassion, and support following the Funeral Liturgy of a parishioner. Members of this ministry prepare and serve luncheon receptions for family and friends following funeral services, providing a welcoming space where loved ones can gather, share memories, and find comfort in the presence of the parish community. These receptions, held in the Family Life Center, accommodate up to 50 guests and are coordinated by two rotating teams. Because responsibilities are shared, team members are typically called upon to serve only a few times each year. The ministry also assists with the annual Mass of Remembrance , celebrated on All Souls Day (November 2) for parishioners who have died during the previous year and for all the faithful departed. Following the Mass in the parish cemetery near the Columbarium, ministry members provide a light luncheon for attendees. This ministry is a meaningful opportunity to serve others with Christ's love. MINISTRY CONTACT: Kathleen Buchman kathleenbuchman@gmail.com Previous Next THANK YOU Photo Gallery All Ministries Outreach Fellowship & Hospitality Liturgical

< Back Walking with Purpose Walking with Purpose is a Catholic women's apostolate that develops Bible studies to reach adult women, young adult women, and girls. Women of the parish, join us for a study from Walking with Purpose! As we study the people and events of the Old Testament, we’ll encounter problems that only Christ will solve, needs that only He will satisfy, and promises that only He can deliver. Beholding His Glory shows us how all Scripture points us to our Redeemer, Jesus Christ. We’ll learn to recognize and appreciate God’s plan for our own lives, His awe-inspiring majesty, and His desire for personal intimacy with each one of us. Learn how our Savior was first revealed in Genesis and how He is the answer to the issues of shame and fear. Understand important parallels between the lives of Moses and Jesus, and how they both led their people to freedom. Accompany Joseph of the Old Testament on his life journey. The God who proved faithful to Joseph will not disappoint us! Walking with Purpose - Beholding His Glory 10 weeks Beginning: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 3-4:30pm End: Tuesday, November 17, 2026 Participants must purchase their own book INFORMATION: Contact Julie Barkley jjbarkley@bellsouth.net Patricia Doolittle p17doolittle@gmail.com Lisa Dowling lisadowling222@yahoo.com Previous Next

Grow in your faith through studies, retreats, and at-home resources. Adult Faith Formation "Be transformed by the renewal of your mind." (Romans 12:2) Our adult faith formation programs and events are designed to meet you where you are and take you deeper into a life in the Holy Spirit. PROGRAMS & OPPORTUNITIES Faith Formation for Adults Called and Gifted Each of us has received specific spiritual gifts from the Holy Spirit. This powerful, 5 week discernment process helps Christians recognize the charisms—spiritual gifts—they’ve been given. LEARN MORE Faith Sharing with Msgr. Chris Join Msgr. Chris and other parishioners on biblical themes and topics such as Women of the Bible and the Parables of Jesus. LEARN MORE OCIA Faith formation for any adult seeking to learn more about Catholicism LEARN MORE CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players is a journey into the truth and beauty of Catholicism through the lives of some of its most fascinating figures. LEARN MORE Women's Retreat Renew. Connect. Encounter Christ. Join us each year for a weekend designed to help women grow in faith, build community, and be renewed in God's love. LEARN MORE Catholic Men's Reading Group Read. Reflect. Discuss. Grow. Men building faith and fellowship through books, conversation, and shared wisdom. LEARN MORE Walking with Purpose Walking with Purpose is a Catholic women's apostolate that develops Bible studies to reach adult women, young adult women, and girls. LEARN MORE

Cemetery & Columbarium "And Joseph took the body, and wrapped it in a clean linen shroud, and laid it in his own new tomb, which he had hewn in the rock; and he rolled a great stone to the door of the tomb, and departed." (Mathew 27:59–60) The Catholic Church has always treated the burial of the dead as a work of mercy. From the earliest centuries, Christians have cared for the bodies of the faithful with reverence, in the sure hope of resurrection. Holy Spirit Cemetery and Columbarium offer our parish community a place to rest in consecrated ground — cared for, prayed over, and held in the communion of this parish family. YOUR OPTIONS Cemetery & Columbarium Holy Spirit offers two options for the interment of remains, both located on our parish grounds at 3871 Betsy Kerrison Parkway. Cemetery Traditional in-ground burial is available to Catholics entitled to Christian burial under the guidelines of the Roman Catholic Church and the Diocese of Charleston. The grounds are maintained with perpetual care and are open dawn to dusk every day of the year. Columbarium & Urn Garden For those who choose cremation, we offer columbarium niches and an urn garden — intimate, well-kept spaces for cremated remains. Small floral arrangements are welcome at niches for birthdays, anniversaries, and holy seasons. Both options provide the same assurance: your loved one rests in a sacred place, within this community, for generations to come. QUESTIONS ABOUT AVAILABILITY? Office Hours: Tuesdays 9-11:30am Inquiries available by appointment. Steve Reddan cemetery@holyspiritsc.org (843) 768-0357 PLAN AHEAD Consider Planning Before You Need To Planning your burial — or that of a loved one — is one of the most practical and loving things you can do for your family. It removes the burden of difficult decisions from a moment of grief and gives you the opportunity to make your wishes known. We welcome conversations about cemetery and columbarium options at any stage of life. There is no pressure and no obligation. Our team will answer your questions and help you understand what's available. To learn more or schedule a time to talk, contact the cemetery@holyspiritsc.org Holy Spirit Cemetery is governed by the Diocese of Charleston's guidelines. These standards preserve the sacred, distinctly Catholic character of the grounds. Our team is happy to walk you through what's permitted for monuments, memorials, and graveside remembrances. A full copy of the Cemetery Handbook is available at the Parish Office or as a download below. DOWNLOAD THE HANDBOOK

We are excited to add Formed from the Augustine Institute to our faith formation offerings at Holy Spirit. CONTENT TO SUPORT YOUR FAITH Get on Formed! We are excited to add Formed from the Augustine Institute to our faith formation offerings at Holy Spirit. Think of Formed as a Catholic version of your popular video streaming services, only a much larger library of media: Movies, studies, audio books, ebooks, and more. Content is available for all ages and all stages. To sign up, 1. Visit signup.formed.org 2. Enter and verify your email 3. Enter the parish zip code 29455 and select Holy Spirit as your parish. SIGN UP MOVIES, SHOWS, MUSIC, BOOKS... What's on Formed SYMBOLON CATECHESIS GOD'S PRINCESSES KIDS / SAINTS REAL + TRUE CATECHESIS THE RESCUE PROJECT EVANGELIZATION SIGN OF CONTRADICTION SAINTS THE WILD GOOSE HOLY SPIRIT BROTHER FRANCIS KIDS THE SEARCH EVANGELIZATION LITTLEST SAINTS KIDS / SAINTS

< Back Respite Care Meals Prepare and deliver meals that support families caring for loved ones with special needs or disabilities. Respite Care Charleston is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support to those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. By using several locations throughout the area it allows caretakers to take a break from caring for their loved ones. Holy Spirit has committed to providing two meals a month on every other Thursday to their meeting location at St. Johns Parish Church. A volunteer would choose one of the available dates, make a meal for 12 people and deliver it to St. Johns Parish Church at 3673 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island, SC between 9:30-11:00 am. (Please note the delivery is NOT made to Holy Spirit). The meal is to consist of a protein, vegetable (can be included in a casserole entree dish or on the side) and a dessert. Food that is easy to serve and that does not need to be cut up by the client is preferred. It does not need to be in individual servings and Respite Care has the plates, and cutlery. It is suggested you use throw away containers for the food you deliver as you will be dropping the food off. The staff and volunteers at St. Johns have a full kitchen and take care of reheating food, if necessary, and serving it. This is just a one time/one date commitment for any volunteers. MINISTRY CONTACT: Janet Chafe jgcseabrook@yahoo.com Previous Next THANK YOU Photo Gallery All Ministries Outreach Fellowship & Hospitality Liturgical

Worship at Holy Spirit Encounter God through the sacraments, Mass, adoration, and the prayer life of our parish community. WEEKEND Weekend Mass Times DAY TIME LOCATION Saturday 5:30pm Church Sunday 9:00am Church Sunday 11:00am Church Sunday (Spanish) 1:00pm Church DAILY Daily Mass Times DAY TIME LOCATION Monday–Friday 8:30am Church Saturday 9:00am Church SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Confession DAY TIME LOCATION Monday–Friday 8:15-8:30am Church Confessional Saturday 3:30–5:00pm Church Confessional Confession is also available by appointment. Contact the parish office to schedule. LEARN MORE ABOUT CONFESSION EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Adoration DAY TIME LOCATION Thursdays 7:30–8:30am Church First Friday 9:00–10:00am Church First Weekend Friday 8:00pm–Saturday 5:00pm Historic Chapel LEARN MORE ABOUT ADORATION LOCATION Holy Spirit Catholic Church 3871 Betsy Kerrison Pkwy Johns Island, SC 29455 (843) 768-0357 CONTACT (843) 768-0357 office@holyspiritsc.org

Volunteering See all the ways you can serve at Holy Spirit. < Back Filter by Tags Formation Hospitality Liturgy Outreach Reset Filter Apply Catechist Teaching our kids the faith. Learn More Lector Proclaiming the Word at Sunday Mass Learn More Food Pantry Feeding our community. Learn More Usher Serving the people on Sundays. Learn More

< Back Ushers Welcome parishioners and support a prayerful, organized, and hospitable Mass experience. The Ushers serve to welcome parish members and especially visitors to Mass at each service. A smile and greeting for everyone to make them feel welcome can mean a lot, particularly if they are having a less than stellar day. Ushers assist in helping people find facilities, get seated at crowded masses, talk to a priest if needed, or find a spot for those with mobility issues. Ushers are responsible for the passing of the offertory baskets and securing the money as well. Lastly, Ushers pass out bulletins to parishioners as they depart and invite them back for next week. If you can smile, talk to friends and strangers alike and make everyone feel welcome, the Usher Ministry may be for you! MINISTRY CONTACT: Andy Zebiak ajzebiak@gmail.com Previous Next THANK YOU Photo Gallery All Ministries Outreach Fellowship & Hospitality Liturgical

< Back Social Sunday Build parish community through hospitality, coffee, and welcoming fellowship after Mass. The Social Sunday ministry is all about hospitality, connection, and community. After Mass, we create a welcoming space out front where parishioners can gather, greet one another, and continue the joy of worship through simple fellowship over coffee and donuts. This ministry is rooted in the gift of hospitality—offering a warm, friendly environment where people feel at home and conversations can begin, deepen, and grow. A simple cup of coffee or snack can become an opportunity for someone to feel seen, known, and welcomed in the parish community. We are currently looking for additional volunteers to help prepare, serve, and host our Social Sundays. Whether you enjoy setting up, greeting guests, or simply lending a hand where needed, there is a place for you in this ministry. And yes—if you like donuts and coffee, you’ll fit right in. Come help us bring hospitality to the next level and make Social Sundays a true extension of the joy of the Eucharist. MINISTRY CONTACT: Kate Johnson katierjohnson@comcast.net Previous Next THANK YOU Photo Gallery All Ministries Outreach Fellowship & Hospitality Liturgical

< Back Catholic Men's Reading Group Read. Reflect. Discuss. Grow. Men building faith and fellowship through books, conversation, and shared wisdom. The Men's Reading Group brings together parish men who share a love of reading, thoughtful conversation, and growing in faith. Through books, discussion, and fellowship, participants have the opportunity to reflect on important themes, learn from one another, and deepen their relationship with God. The group meets monthly to discuss a selected book, with each member invited to share his thoughts, insights, questions, likes, and dislikes. Discussions are respectful and welcoming, encouraging a variety of perspectives while focusing on understanding rather than debate. The goal is not simply to finish a book, but to enrich each participant's personal faith journey through reflection and shared experience. Book selections are chosen by the members and vary throughout the year, providing opportunities to explore different topics related to faith, spirituality, history, and Christian living. Meeting Time The Men's Reading Group meets on the third Monday of each month from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM in the Family Life Center. New members are always welcome. Whether you are an avid reader or simply looking for meaningful conversation and fellowship, we invite you to join us. For more information, contact Robert Speziale at bspeziale@comcast.net . INFORMATION: Robert Speziale bspeziale@comcast.net Previous Next

< Back Lectors Proclaim the Word of God clearly and prayerfully during the celebration of the liturgy. Lectors proclaim the Living Word of God during the Sacred Liturgy. This ministry is a sacred responsibility that calls for preparation, reverence, and a love for Scripture. Through their proclamation, lectors help the assembly encounter Christ speaking through His Word. Volunteers are provided with a Lector Handbook and guidance to support prayerful preparation and confident proclamation. Scheduling is published in three-month cycles, allowing lectors to plan ahead or arrange substitutes when needed. Part-time residents are welcome and encouraged to share their availability so scheduling can be coordinated effectively. Serving as a lector is an opportunity to grow in faith, deepen one’s familiarity with Scripture, and help others hear God’s voice in the liturgy. MINISTRY CONTACT: Mary Naida mkschott@aol.com Previous Next THANK YOU Photo Gallery All Ministries Outreach Fellowship & Hospitality Liturgical