Dr. Melinda L. Denton
Keynote Speaker
Rostered Leaders Convocation
Being the Church: People of Faith Engaging the WorldOctober 22-24, 2018
Monday, 2pm through Wednesday, late morning
Dr. Theresa S. Thames
Bible Study Leader
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NEWS
Save the Date for the 13th Annual Dasher Dinner
The 13th Annual Dasher Dinner will be held Friday, November 30th in the Campus Room of the Capstone House. Gathering Reception begins at 6:00 followed by dinner at 6:30. The Dasher Dinner is an opportunity to remember and honor, Bob Dasher for his many years of service to the University of South Carolina as Campus Pastor.
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John C. Derrick to be Ordained
By the grace of Almighty God, your prayers and presence are requested at a celebration of Holy Communion with the Rite of Ordination for John C. Derrick into the Ministry of Word and Sacrament.
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The Blessing of the Animals,… and Plants, and…
It is that time of year when word of a Blessing of the Animals service is heard in many congregations. Saint Francis of Assisi is known as the patron saint of animals, and his commemoration takes place on October 4. Hence, if a congregation hosts a Blessing of Animals service, they typically plan their event near this date. There is, however, more for us to know about this blessing and about Saint Francis.
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St. Philip, Myrtle Beach takes part in God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday
Members of St. Philip Lutheran Church, along with members of Messiah Episcopal Church who share worshiping space, honored local Fire Departments #2, #5, & #6 on 9/9 by hosting a breakfast to say “thank you” for their service to our community.
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ELCA Conference of Bishops, others focus on future directions goals
The Conference of Bishops of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) continues to discern the denomination’s future as outlined in the priorities and goals of Future Directions 2025.
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Situation Report: Hurricane Michael
Join us in prayer and partnership, and to help spread the word in your congregation.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
- October 17, 2018
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Retired Pastors Luncheon
October 17, 2018 @ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm The Hoefler Room at The Heritage at Lowman Home See more details -
Staff Meeting
October 17, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm SC Synod Office See more details
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- October 18, 2018
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GGM Community Engagement Grant Meeting
October 18, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm SC Synod Office See more details
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- October 21, 2018
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Lutheran Men in Mission Board Meeting
October 21, 2018 @ 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm SC Synod Office See more details
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- October 22, 2018
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Fall Convocation
October 22, 2018 - October 24, 2018 @ See more details
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- October 24, 2018
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Staff Meeting
October 24, 2018 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm SC Synod Office See more details
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- October 25, 2018
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Executive Committee Meeting
October 25, 2018 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm SC Synod Office See more details
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- October 29, 2018
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Derrick Trust Fund Meeting
October 29, 2018 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Back Conference Room See more details
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- October 30, 2018
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Finance Committee Meeting
October 30, 2018 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm back conference room See more details
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The South Carolina Synod at a glance.
4.7 million
People living within the synod territory
52,000
Baptized Lutherans in the South Carolina Synod
150+
Congregations and worshiping communities
3
Companion partnerships with Lutheran Churches in
Japan, Tanzania, and Colombia
