The Dwelling This summer (July 20-25), the youth of St John’s Lutheran, Beaufort, went to The Dwelling in Winston-Salem, NC. This is a church comprised of people who are unhoused or formerly unhoused. This is a growing church in the ELCA. Pastor Emily Harkins...
I am happy to report that the financial picture for the first six months of this fiscal year is very good, actually better than I expected. Mission support from congregations in the amount of $1,118,016 was better than the prior three years. The comparison of...
Amanda “Mandy” Caughman Derrick was born on August 11, 1959 and passed away on August 14, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Lib Caughman. Mandy was a 1977 graduate of Lexington High School and a 1981 graduate of Newberry College. She enjoyed a 29 year...
Young people are dealing with mental health issues more than ever before. The church has a special role to play, offering a safe, non-judgmental place where young people can find support and help for their struggles. Here are some key ideas for making your...
ELCA News Releases Summary of Actions of the 2025 Churchwide Assembly and Related Materials Read More Churchwide Assembly – Day One Read More Churchwide Assembly – Day Two Read More Yehiel Curry Elected Presiding Bishop of the ELCA Read More Churchwide Assembly – Day...
