Parish Resources

Annulment

  • “Annulment” is a word that is sometimes used to refer to a Catholic “declaration of nullity.”
  • A Church tribunal (a Catholic Church court) declares that a marriage thought to be valid, according to Church law, actually fell short of at least one of the essential elements required for a binding union. For assistance, please contact our Parish Office.

Columbarium

  • Our Columbarium provides a resting place for our loved ones in a peaceful, dignified, and spiritual setting.
  • As Catholics, our spiritual lives have revolved around a parish church, from our baptism onward. Now, by different paths we have traveled to Precious Blood of Christ Church, and it is here that many of us will complete our spiritual and physical journey on earth. The Columbarium at Precious Blood of Christ Catholic Church enables us to remain close to our chosen parish church when we finish this journey, to know that our earthly remains will be in a place where family and friends can visit and pray is a comforting thought. Please contact Terry Barrett terry13barrett@hotmail.com to learn more.

Ecumenical Issues

  • A representative from PBOC meets monthly with representatives of other Waccamaw area churches to plan community-wide programs and services.
  • These programs include the seasonal Ecumenical Worship Services and other area outreach projects.

Fellowship Committee

  • The Fellowship Committee members are selected by the Parish and Pastor who believe certain individuals have a gift for fellowship.
  • Those on the Fellowship Committee oversee and coordinate different ministries put on by the parish, such as the annual parish picnic and after mass receptions for special occasions.

Finance Council

  • Every parish is required to have a Parish Finance Council both by adherence to the “Code of Canon Law” and by local norms used by the Diocesan Bishop.
  • To be effective, the Parish Finance Council meets regularly with specific agendas and has access to all the relevant financial information and policies of the parish.
  • The Parish Finance Council consists of selected parishioners who provide overall guidance and counsel to the Pastor. Annual operating budgets are established and monitored as the year progresses. Cash management, to prudently maximize investment income, is exercised. Major expenditures are analyzed and evaluated, resulting in a recommended implementation program that preserves necessary financial reserves. The Council presents a summary of the financial status to the parish on a semi-annual basis. 
  • Click here to see our current financial reports.

Graveyard

  • We are currently in the process of constructing a Graveyard on our campus.
  • Our Graveyard will be located on a plot of land behind our church which has been professionally surveyed and offers 255 in ground graves.
  • There is an inlaid brick walkway through the central portion that houses a beautiful statue. We are so excited that parishioners will be able to have an option for either a full-body or cremated interment on our campus.
  • While not yet open and operational, we hope to open to the public in the near future.

Parish Council

  • Provides a forum to exchange information and keeping the Pastor and its members aware of activities taking place in the Parish.
  • The Parish council’s function is to give the Pastor and ministry Chairpersons information in their specific areas of responsibility.
  • The council is chaired by the Pastor and co-chaired by the Parish Coordinator. The council members’ terms run in parallel with their term in their respective ministry. The elected members serve for a period of two years. The council meets bi-monthly.

Safe Environment Program at PBOC

  • The Parish Safe Environment Coordinator is our Pastor’s Assistant/Parish Coordinator, Ellen Sullivan. You can contact her by calling the Parish Office or by email at: ellen.sullivan@pbocchurch.com. We encourage you to be aware of our parish program, and to feel free to suggest improvements and report any concerns you might have.
  • Diocesan Office of Child Protection Services: 843-853-2130, extension 209
  • Diocesan Victim Assistance: 1(800) 921-8122
  • Precious Blood is committed to ensuring a safe environment for our children and for upholding the “National Charter for the Protection of Children & Young People” as established by the United States Council of Catholic Bishops Safe Environment Program, as well as the Diocese of Charleston’s Policies and Procedures, revised in 2022.  To view the full document, go to: Office of Child and Youth Protection – South Carolina Catholic (charlestondiocese.org) 
    • Mandatory training is required for all church personnel and volunteers who have access to children.  All training is designed to help recognize and prevent the sexual abuse of children. 
    • All adults who work with children must:
      • View and acknowledge the Virtus Protection of Children Video
      • Complete the Diocesan Virtus Background Check Process
      • Read, acknowledge and adhere to the Diocesan Code of Conduct contract.
      • Read and sign the DOC Sexual Abuse Policy and Procedures
    • For information on how to report an allegation of abuse, go to http://charlestondiocese.org and click on “Sexual Abuse Policies and Procedures”, then click on “How to Report an Allegation of Sexual Misconduct by Church Personnel”.
  • Reporting an allegation: To make a formal allegation of sexual misconduct call the Office of the Vicar General at  843-853-2130 ext. 209
  • Send written allegations to:
    • Diocese of Charleston
      Office of the Vicar General
      P.O. Box 818
      Charleston, SC 29402
  • The Diocesan Victim Assistance Minister can assist individuals in presenting their allegations to the Office of the Vicar General. For assistance, contact the Victim Assistance Minister, Kristen Eyre, MSC, LISW-CP, at (843) 856-0748 or 1-800-921-8122 or by mailing her at: 119 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401
  • Prayer for Protection:
    • Dear Lord, We ask You to bless these Your holy people who have participated in the Church’s efforts to help stop the abuse of those among us who are most vulnerable. In particular, bless those who work to protect our children from sexual abuse. Open their hearts to Your call to be the “ears, eyes and voice of children and young people and vulnerable adults” everywhere. Give them the vision and grace needed to fulfill the special commitments that each of them has made to making their homes, churches, schools, communities and world a safer place for all God’s Children. Amen

Social Services

  • Evaluates inquiries for assistance and authorizes PBOC resources to pay for emergency needs and makes referrals to appropriate agencies for ongoing assistance. Also serves as a liaison to local agencies and other sponsored charities.

Stewardship Committee

  • The Stewardship Committee members are selected by the Parish and Pastor who believe certain individuals have a gift for stewardship.
  • Those on the Stewardship Committee oversee and coordinate the annual parish stewardship slip weekend as well as helping host our new parishioner breakfast and dinner.