The Rev. Ginny Aebischer
is elected as bishop of the South Carolina Synod
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Abundancia Appeal
Faith + Finances + Freedom - The Lifeline Fund
Would you like to reduce your student loan debt and have more financial flexibility? Well, it is possible through the South Carolina Synod Lifeline Fund.
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Christ, Hilton Head Island Remembers the Known and Unknown Victims of COVID-19
Christ Lutheran Church, Hilton Head Island, will be planting a tree in memory of “THE KNOWN AND UNKNOWN VICTIMS OF COVID-19” on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at 10am on the grounds of the church at 829 Wm. Hilton Parkway. Bruno Landscape and Nursery has donated a red Don Mac...
Talking About What is Close to the Heart
When we talk about treasures, we are able to talk about what is closest to the heart. Jesus said, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” [Matthew 6:21]
Dreams, Visions, Holy Spaces
At the 2019 SCLRC Board Retreat, the trustees had an earnest discussion about the dreams and visions that they had been considering for the past several years.
We are over half way to our goal! Join the effort to launch Latino ministry to new levels in South Carolina. Make your gift today.
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Events
- August 12, 2020
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Staff Meeting
August 12, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm SC Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1003 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA See more details
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- August 15, 2020
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Synod Council Retreat
August 15, 2020 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Christ Mission Church, 1323 Winyah Dr, Columbia, SC 29203, USA See more details
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- August 18, 2020
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Stewardship for All Seasons
August 18, 2020 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Zoom Meeting See more details -
Stewardship for All Seasons
August 18, 2020 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Zoom Meeting See more details
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- August 19, 2020
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Staff Meeting
August 19, 2020 11:00 am - 1:00 pm SC Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1003 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA See more details
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- August 20, 2020
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Beginning a Culture of Generosity
August 20, 2020 10:00 am - 11:00 am See more details -
Beginning a Culture of Generosity
August 20, 2020 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm See more details
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What’s Happening
Keynote: Faith in a Secular Age
By Beth Fulmer Dr. Andy Root discussed a very difficult problem with some interesting observations. What does ministry look like now in today’s world? Along with many people in this era, he broached the subject of ministry and technology and how they intertwined. He...
Historic Assembly and Historic Election
By The Rev. Lisa Isenhower In an historic assembly, the South Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church met virtually to elect a new bishop. The Rev. Virginia Aebischer, who currently serves as Assistant to Bishop Herman Yoos, was elected on the fifth ballot...
The Rev. Virginia Aebischer is elected Bishop of the ELCA South Carolina Synod
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COLUMBIA, SC Saturday, July 25, 2020 - The Rev. Virginia Aebischer was elected July 25 to serve a six-year term as bishop of the South Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The election took place during the synod...
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