News & Events

October Rosary Challenge
ARE YOU UP FOR A CHALLENGE THAT HAS THE POWER TO CHANGE THE WORLD? October is the Month in which we honor Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary. Many miracles have been attributed to the Rosary. There are countless recollections documented. The parishes of St. Mary and St. Joseph in Chester are invited to a challenge to pray a combined total of 1,550 Rosaries throughout the month of October. Now more than ever, our nation desperately needs the intercession of Our Blessed  Mother! Please pray the Rosary!

Join us for Sacred Saturdays in October!
Invite your family and friends to experience the warm and welcoming hospitality of our wonderful church at Sacred Saturdays from 6-7 pm. Join us on:
Oct. 11 – Holy Hour with Confessions;
Oct. 18 – Mass.

Pennies from Heaven collection October 12
The Knights of Columbus are taking up collections to help fund seminarian studies for the Rock Hill Oratory. Knights will be on hand in the Gathering Space to accept donations after both Masses every 2nd Sunday of the month. All funds will be given to the Rock Hill Oratory to help defray education costs for the seminarians. Thanks for your support and generosity! 

Women’s Health Fair – October 18
Women of all ages are invited to a FREE health fair from 1-4 pm. Hosted by the Rosary & Confraternity Society, the event will feature a blood drive, local vendors, workout demonstrations, food, and much more!

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner – October 24
St. Mary will host its 2nd annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner on Friday, Oct. 24 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. All adult parishioners that participate in a Church Ministry or Outreach are cordially invited along with their spouse/guest for an evening of food, music, and a special raffle. (RAFFLE TICKETS NOW ON SALE AFTER MASS!) Mark your calendars now for a gathering of fun and fellowship celebrating St. Mary’s and the wonderful volunteers who help make it the best parish in Rock Hill! Sign-ups to RSVP begin Oct. 5! Contact Chuck Hagen at 704-293-6618 or chagenjr@gmail.com  for questions or if you would like to help assist with the event

New Men’s Group!
The Knights of Columbus is excited to announce Cor, a new formation and fraternal opportunity for the men of St Mary parish. ‎Cor is designed to form and strengthen Catholic men in faith and virtue as missionary disciples by drawing them into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through prayer, formation, and fraternity. An introductory meeting will be held Thursday, October 30 at 6:30 pm in the Bakhita Room. For the new group to help determine general interest and a regular meeting date/time going forward, please scan the QR code to  complete a short survey. For questions or info, contact John Miller at marines0923@gmail.com. If unable to scan the code, visit: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/FjFCqei8wp