AUGUST FEAST DAYS

1 Saint Elined

2 Saint Alphonsus Liguori

3 Venerable Pierre-Julien Eymard

4 Saint Dominic

5 Our Lady of the Snow

6 The Transfiguration of Our Lord

7 Saint Cajetan

8 Saint Jean-Baptiste-Marie Vianney

9 Saint Romanus

10 Saint Lawrence

11 Saint Philomena

12 Saint Clare of Assisi

13 The Dormition of Mary

14 Saint Eusebius

15 The Feast of the Assumption

16 Saint Roch

17 Saint Hyacinth

18 Saint Helena

19 Saint Jean Eudes

20 Saint Bernard

21 Saint Jane Frances de Chantal

22 The Immaculate Heart of Mary

23 Saint Philip Benizi

24 Saint Bartholomew

25 Saint Louis, King of France

26 Pope Saint Zephyrinus

27 Saint Joseph Calasanctius

28 Saint Augustine of Hippo

29 Decollation of John the Baptist

30 Saint Rose of Lima

31 Saint Raymund Nonnatus

Aleteia

Pope urges us to pray in August for a desire to understand each other

Catholic World Report

Saint Dominic and the Dominican witness to truth

Dominic’s order has produced 282 saints and blesseds: 183 martyrs and 99 non-martyrs. While Dominicans are most often thought of as theologians, they have become famous for other reasons.

A dog, a torch, and a saint: The fiery mission of St. Dominic

CAROLINA CATHOLIC RADIO & DIGITAL MEDIA

7 platform Operating Cost = $3500/month

MONTHLY PLEDGES NEEDED NOW*

*Expenses include Rent, Utilities, Legal, Insurance, Subscriptions, Fees, Digital Platforms

parishes - ministries - businesses - families - individuals

Your financial support will ensure a successful transition!

The next chapter of the Carolina Catholic evangelization mission will be led by current High School and College Students along with our Young Adult Catholic graduates.

We are recruiting the following Volunteers:

Catholic School Graduates

Belmont Abbey Students

Catholic Campus Ministry Students

SJCS Seminarians

Catholic High School Students

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Volunteer Opportunities

MAKE A DIFFERENCE, GET INVOLVED WITH US!

Many hands make light work!  We need volunteers who believe in our mission to bring Carolina Catholic Media to every ear in the Charlotte Diocese and Upstate SC! What role are you called to play?

12 Teams Under Construction

    1. Finance/Fundraising/Grant Writing Committee

    2. Network/Affiliate Development – Maximize 7 platforms and new outlets for content distribution

     3. Catholic Parish Point Persons from Charlotte, Raleigh and Charleston Dioceses

     4. Publicity– Share Your Parish News and upcoming events

     5. Creative– Video/Website/Social/Print/eblasts

     6. Multi-Platform Tech Integration – Sharing programs across Radio and 6 digital platforms

     7. Local Talk Program Development – What topic are you passionate about?  Lengths vary.

   8. School Forum – Catholic School/Home School education (High School, College Focus)

   9. Family Life/Ministry Showcase – From Marriage & Parenting to Vocations & Living the Beatitudes

 10. Catholic Teen Formation – Confirmation to College to Career, keeping connected with our Faith

 11. Catholic Music Channel – Featuring playlists from Local Kids, Teens, Adults

 12. Faith & Sport – Feature Local Catholic School Teams, Athletes / Catholic Athlete of the Week

Maximizing Technology in Today’s World

TECHNOLOGY TIMELINE

By using today’s technology, we commit to reach every soul across the Diocese of Charlotte, NC and Upstate SC.  In addition to Radio, we have expanded our CAROLINA CATHOLIC media platforms to include Video on our website, mobile app, Facebook/Instagram/X social media and YouTube channel.  We provide access to all our platforms through our weekly eNewsletters.                                                                                            

Our streaming technology allows us to access every computer and smartphone allowing us to significantly reduce projected capital expenditures.  This overcame the biggest single broadcast objection of “I can’t hear you.”  With 90% population reach by Smartphone the broadcast signal is not an issue. With compelling content the ears and eyes will come.

Redefining our Mission & Vision 

WHERE WE GO FROM HERE…

CAROLINA CATHOLIC MEDIA offers a unique opportunity to reach the entire Local Catholic Community both registered Catholics, those in the pews on Sunday AND the vast flock of those who are not.   With 5 million people in the Charlotte Diocese and a Charlotte metro workday population increase of 20% (post pandemic) there is much room to grow with our outreach in the Vineyard of the Carolinas (3 dioceses - 15 million souls - 1.5 million Catholics). 

During these tumultuous times where the world feels upside down, may we be guided by GOD’S love, mercy and grace.  May we grow in and be strengthened by our Catholic faith to reinvigorate our hope in and our love for GOD and for one another. May we truly be Instruments of His Peace by our actions and by our words… to feed the hungry, cloth the naked, forgive the guilty, welcome the stranger AND the unwanted child, care for the ill and love our enemies.

CAROLINA CATHOLIC MEDIA looks forward to continuing providing you with ONE LOCAL CATHOLIC VOICE that truly reflects the MOSAIC OF MINISTRIES created by you for all our Carolina Catholics.  From the CRIB TO THE CROSS, may we always remember the REASON FOR EVERY SEASON!  PRAISE BE JESUS CHRIST, NOW AND FOREVER!  VIVA CRISTO REY!

I look forward to hearing from you!

In the peace of Christ,

David M. Papandrea, OFS

Founder/Chairman

Carolina Catholic Media Network

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PH/TX: 704.880.0260

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OSV News

Pope Leo tops Gallup world leader poll, across party lines

National Catholic Register

1 Million Signs of Youthful Hope

CRUX

Pope Leo calls on ‘Digital Missionaries’ to have real friendships, and not focus on ‘followers’

OSV News

Pope Leo XIV: Prepare space in your hearts for God’s love to grow

Catholic News Agency

St. Augustine’s impact on the first 3 months of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate

Catholic World Report

German bishops divided sharply over same-sex blessing guidelines

Catholic News Agency

Rubio welcomes new ‘American’ dynamic in papal relationship, lauds Vatican diplomacy

OSV News

Knights of Columbus called to be ‘heralds of hope’ as order’s 143rd Supreme Convention opens

The Catholic Herald

Florida ranked best state for religious freedom

OSV News

New law will help families access America’s Catholic schools

written by Bishop David M. O'Connell

CHURCHPOP

Trailer Drops for 'Triumph of the Heart' – New Film on Saint Maximilian Kolbe’s Final Days in Auschwitz

“Every bit of the film is miraculous.”

Our Sunday Visitor

Be like Ruth: How to honor our parents as they age

Margo White

Aleteia

Bible quotes to help you cope with life’s disappointments

Aleteia

Sold! Pope Leo XIV’s hometown buys his old house

Aleteia

Deacons’ wives tell us what it’s like to be married to clergy

National Catholic Register

Digital Detox: First-Year Seminarians Fast From Smartphones

‘It was the best year of my life.’

Catholic News Agency

New campaign launches to protect Catholics from online scams and fraud

Catholic News Agency

Bishop Barron urges court to strike down Washington law that targets seal

of confession

Aleteia

Why American Catholics need to get weird again

Our Sunday Visitor

St. Paul and discovering that sin is ‘missing the mark’

by

Elizabeth Scalia

Catholic News Herald

Behind SEARCH: Video look at the newest ministry in the diocese

Catholic News Herald

Experience your own Camino on the first Carolina Camino Pilgrimage

Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School

This week, we were blessed to gather as a school community for the groundbreaking and blessing of our long-awaited athletic enhancements, including six new tennis courts and an outdoor restroom facility.  This milestone is made possible through the generosity of donors to our Spirit of Victory Campaign, whose early gifts provided seed money to launch this project. These enhancements reflect our ongoing commitment to fostering excellence in athletics, supporting our student-athletes, and creating a welcoming space for families and visiting teams.  We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who have contributed and invite others to join in supporting this effort by making a gift to the Spirit of Victory Campaign:

Go Villains!

WCU Catholic Campus Ministry

Catholic Campus Ministers from across the Diocese of Charlotte are gathering this week at WCU for their end of summer staff meeting. They were joined today by Fathers Casey Cole and Jason Damon, Franciscan Friars who have begun an evangelical mission of outreach in the diocese. Don't be surprised if you see one of these men in brown around campus in the coming year asking if they can pray for you!

@ccmcharlotte @catholicnewsclt Casey Cole, OFM @caseyofm

Catholic News Herald

St. Mark’s ‘Growing Home’ campaign surpasses goal

Catholic News Herald

Diocese weighs $150M initiative to help meet parish needs, slows cathedral project

Catholic News Herald

Where are you going? Young men attend Quo Vadis Days to discern

Catholic News Herald

Spirit-filled journeys of new Catholics in the Charlotte diocese

Catholic News Herald

Priests move into new roles across diocese

Catholic News Herald

2025 priest assignments announced

Catholic News Herald

Bishop Martin reflects on his first year leading the diocese

The Diocese of Charlotte Prison Ministry is made up of parish-based volunteers who visit people incarcerated in prisons, jails and detention centers located in the 46 counties of western North Carolina that encompass the Diocese of Charlotte. They enrich their faith – bringing company, hope, love and the mercy of Jesus Christ. Learn more below about how to volunteer or request a visit for a loved one.

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Catholic News Herald

Celebrate the Jubilee Year close to home

St. Joseph College Seminary

Catholic News Herald

Local seminary’s impact reflected in new clergy

Charlotte Latin Mass Community

Website

Facebook

Catholic News & Events in Raleigh

Diocese of Raleigh FACEBOOK Page

The Pillar

‘Discretion not deception’: Woman says Raleigh diocese mishandled spiritual manipulation

Can a spiritual director have a ‘consensual’ relationship?

Summertime

Bishop Luis reflects on a surprising cultural difference: the end time of a dinner gathering. Coming from a Latin background where celebrations flow freely, he was puzzled by time limits on fellowship.  Joy, community, and love shouldn’t be constrained by the clock. When we’re surrounded by laughter, good food, and those we love, we get a glimpse of eternity. This summer, let’s slow down, break the schedule, and fully enter into the gift of each moment.

"What a powerful moment to be with my shepherd and share the joy of the gospel."

Bishop Jacques Fabre-Jeune, CS

Bishop Fabre met with Pope Leo XIV on June 26…

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Catholic News & Events in South Carolina

Priest Assignments - July 2025

Diocese of Charleston FACEBOOK Page

The magazine of the Catholic Diocese of Charleston

AUGUST 2025

Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston

EN: "As followers of Jesus, we understand that true love hastens us to uplift our brothers and sisters who are suffering or alone during times such as these." Bishop Jacques Fabre-Jeune, CS, has released a heartfelt statement addressing tragic loss of life in Texas, which recently experienced an unprecedented flash flood that took the lives of over 119 people.Read his full statement here https://charlestondiocese.org/bishop-jacques.../statements/ and please consider donating at www.catholiccharitiesusa.org.

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Jul 1, 2025

By Bishop Jacques Fabre-Jeune

My dear brothers and sisters in Christ – July 2025

Each July, we celebrate the day that our country gained its independence. We remember those who have gone before us, especially those who gave their lives in military service. As we recall from Christ’s word, “No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends” (Jn 15:13).

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Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston

Bishop Jacques Fabre-Jeune, CS, has outlined a vision for the next five years called Via Fidelis. This journey of faith aims to teach Catholics of South Carolina so that we help spread the Gospel and win hearts for God’s goodness, mercy, love, justice and peace.  Learn more about this exciting journey for our diocese here: charlestondiocese.org/via-fidelis