About Corpus Christi · Pooler, Georgia
Corpus Christi Catholic Mission is a Roman Catholic mission parish in Pooler, Georgia, part of the Diocese of Savannah. Founded in 2015 and canonically created on June 15, 2016, by Bishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM, Conv., the community grew out of local Catholics who had been gathering for Mass at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church for over a year. It is administered as a mission of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Port Wentworth, sharing its pastor, Very Reverend Pablo Migone, who also serves as Vicar for Mission Advancement for the diocese. The parish worships in a 450-seat, $4.2 million facility at 1745 Benton Blvd., which was dedicated on December 23, 2018, after a Capital Campaign that raised over one million dollars and groundbreaking in October 2017.
- Established
- 2015
- Patron
- Corpus Christi (Body of Christ)
- Rector
- Very Reverend Pablo Migone
- Diocese
- Diocese of Savannah
Why belong here
Corpus Christi offers the full rhythm of Catholic life in a young, growing community just west of Savannah: six Masses a week including a Saturday Vigil and two Sunday morning liturgies, weekday confession after the noon Mass, and a warm welcome to travelers near the Savannah airport and I-95. The parish runs year-round OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) sessions for those discerning becoming Catholic, a thriving youth ministry known as PACT (Pooler Area Catholic Teens), and sacramental preparation through Father Pablo and Mrs. Lori Williams. Its 'Anchored in Christ' capital campaign is expanding the parking lot, retiring construction debt, and supporting the diocesan Harvest of Hope Appeal — clear signs of a parish on the move.
Mass times at Corpus Christi
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Wednesday after the 12:00 PM Mass
- Thursday after the 12:00 PM Mass
- Friday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- By appointment
Parish History
Corpus Christi was founded as the 'Pooler Catholic Community' on May 2, 2015, by the Rev. Thomas J. Murphy, with the first Mass held in rented space at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church. After more than a year of gathering there, Bishop Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM, Conv., canonically created the parish on June 15, 2016. A Capital Campaign raised over one million dollars, groundbreaking took place in October 2017, and Bishop Hartmayer dedicated the finished church on December 23, 2018, under Fathers Murphy and Fonseca. Today the community continues to grow under Father Pablo Migone, with the parish describing its mission as building 'the Body of Christ one person at a time through the living of the Eucharist and the sharing of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.'
- Community founded May 2, 2015
- Parish canonically created June 15, 2016 by Bishop Hartmayer
- Groundbreaking October 2017
- Church dedicated December 23, 2018
- Capital Campaign raised over $1,000,000
- Now led by Father Pablo Migone
Becoming Catholic (OCIA / RCIA)
The parish offers the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA, formerly RCIA) year-round for adults discerning entry into full communion with the Catholic Church. Inquirers are invited to speak with the priest or to contact Mrs. Lori Williams, and the parish notes that 'a new session may be starting soon!'
- Year-round OCIA sessions
- Contact: Mrs. Lori Williams
- Speak with Father Pablo to begin discernment
Youth Ministry — PACT
PACT (Pooler Area Catholic Teens) is the official youth ministry of Corpus Christi Catholic Church, gathering high-school-age teens from the Pooler area for fellowship, formation, and service. The ministry maintains its own linktree hub connecting to its Instagram, Facebook, and parent GroupMe, and supports sign-ups and a Code of Conduct for participation.
- PACT — Pooler Area Catholic Teens
- Official Instagram and Facebook presence
- Parent communication via GroupMe
- Tied to parish youth ministry giving fund
Baptism and Sacraments
Families wishing to have a child baptized are asked to contact Father Pablo directly to set up a face-to-face meeting — an opportunity for the pastor to get to know the family and to set a date for the reception of the sacrament. The parish also invites the faithful to grow in faith through frequent Confession, weekday Mass, daily Scripture reading with the daily Mass readings, an Examination of Conscience, and retreats at Catholic retreat centers in Georgia such as Holy Spirit Monastery in Conyers and Ignatius House in North Atlanta.
- Baptism: contact Father Pablo for a face-to-face meeting
- Suggested growth practices: monthly Confession, weekday Mass, daily Scripture
- Suggested retreat centers: Holy Spirit Monastery (Conyers) and Ignatius House (North Atlanta)
Parish Registration
Newcomers to the Savannah/Pooler area are warmly welcomed to register with Corpus Christi. Registration forms are available on the bulletin board in the narthex (to be placed in the collection basket) or in person at the parish office during office hours, where staff can help with the paperwork.
- Registration form in the narthex
- Or visit the parish office during office hours
Online Giving and the Anchored in Christ Campaign
Corpus Christi uses OSV Online Giving for secure donations. Parishioners can designate gifts to the weekend offertory, debt reduction, the flower fund, the parish charity fund, youth ministry, or parish events, choosing one-time, weekly, or monthly frequency. In response to growth, the parish has launched the 'Anchored in Christ' $1.8 million Capital Campaign, which will expand the parking lot, reduce construction debt, and contribute to the diocesan Harvest of Hope Campaign.
- Online giving via OSV (offertory, debt reduction, flowers, charity, youth, events)
- Anchored in Christ Capital Campaign — $1.8 million goal
- Aims: parking expansion, debt reduction, Harvest of Hope contribution
Safe Environment and Reporting Abuse
The Diocese of Savannah is committed to providing safe environments for children and youth throughout every sponsored organization. To report abuse or suspected abuse by a Church employee or volunteer, the diocese instructs callers to first contact local authorities and then the toll-free hotline 888-357-5330, or to contact Diocesan Safe Environment Director Joan B. Altmeyer at 912-201-4074.
- Diocesan abuse hotline: 888-357-5330
- Safe Environment Director: Joan B. Altmeyer, 912-201-4074
Clergy and Leadership
Corpus Christi is pastored by Very Reverend Pablo Migone, who simultaneously serves as Pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Port Wentworth and as Vicar for Mission Advancement for the Diocese of Savannah. He is a member of the College of Consultors and a regular columnist in The Southern Cross, the diocesan publication. The parish was originally founded and built up under the leadership of Father Thomas J. Murphy (2015–2018 dedication) and Father Luis Fonseca, who co-led at the December 23, 2018 dedication.
- Current Pastor: Very Rev. Pablo Migone
- Founding Pastor: Rev. Thomas J. Murphy
- Founding Parochial Vicar at dedication: Father Luis Fonseca
- Affiliated parish: Our Lady of Lourdes, Port Wentworth
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Rev. Thomas J. Murphy2015–
Founded and led the Pooler Catholic Community from its first Mass in May 2015; oversaw canonical creation (2016), groundbreaking (2017), and dedication of the church (Dec. 23, 2018). Also pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes, Port Wentworth.
- Father Luis Fonseca2018
Co-led the parish at the time of the December 23, 2018 dedication.
- Very Reverend Pablo Migone
Current pastor of Corpus Christi (and Our Lady of Lourdes); also Vicar for Mission Advancement for the Diocese of Savannah.