East Cooper Community Outreach

ECCO strives to eliminate poverty in the East Cooper region by offering programs in three main areas: Basic Needs, Health Services and Empowerment. Click here for more information.

Meal Train

The Meal Train Ministry provides meals to fellow Christ Our King parishioners who are new parents, have recently had surgery, or have recently lost a loved one.

Contact: Darla Justice or (843) 708-2021

Grief and Bereavement

The mission of the Grief and Bereavement Ministry is to support parishioners who are suffering grief from loss of a loved one, and to be with them as they travel the road of bereavement back to their “new normal existence.” 

Contact: Deacon Kevin Campbell

I-Beam

I-Beam is a literacy and mentorship program. During school lunch breaks, mentors read with elementary school students. Volunteers share the love of reading with students who could really use a little help from a dedicated reading buddy.

Contact: Karen Attanasi 

Lazarus Ministry

​Following a parishioner's funeral Mass, the Lazarus Ministry offers a luncheon reception for the family of the deceased.

Coordinators: Susan Duffie and Vivian LaFlamme 

Prison Ministry

The Prison Ministry visits state correctional facilities, bringing the Body of Christ to incarcerated Catholics. 

Contact: Deacon Bob Boackle

Respect Life

The Respect Life Committee works together for the cause of life. Visit 40 Days for Life Campaign for more information.

Contact: Charleston40DaysforLife@gmail.com

Separated/Divorced Support

The Separated/Divorced Support Group is facilitated by an experienced professional and has a Christian emphasis.  It utilizes spiritual resources for healing.  Meetings are held in Camellia House.  

Coordinator: Jean Engle 

St. Vincent de Paul Society

St. Vincent de Paul is an international Catholic organization of lay persons who seek to help those who are suffering by visiting needy individuals and their families, offering financial and/or spiritual aid, and establishing personal contact. If you live in Mt. Pleasant and need assistance, please call (843) 727-1579 and leave a message. For furniture donation pickup requests, please call (843) 416-7126.

Contact: Dorothy Clinton

Windwood Farm

Windwood Farm provides help, hope, and healing to children in need. Christ Our King provides support in various ways, including seasonal outreach and Vacation Bible School.

Contact: Sharon Willi