By The Rev. Shannon Mullen The 200th Anniversary Assembly of the South Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, held in Charleson, began with worship. The assembly was opened, the congregation was gathered, and the presence of God was there as the...
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY (PART 1) Creating an environment that fosters spiritual growth and reflects God’s love is essential. Here are some best practices to help you cultivate a successful children’s ministry, ensuring it positively impacts the next generation. I....
The Synod Executive Staff, Bishop Ginny, Pastor Rick, and Deacon Kimberly, have just concluded a whirlwind tour of the Synod’s 9 conferences. The goals were to connect with our Synod’s rostered leaders, delve into scripture for grounding and pondering, and to explore...
Tips for Developing a Youth Ministry Establishing a Strong Foundation: Clear Vision and Purpose: Define your ministry’s goals: Faith growth, service, community, or a combination. What impact do you want to have on young lives? Understanding Your Audience: Know...
Recently, Portico shared information about their Benefits reexamined Initiative. Portico, as a ministry of the ELCA, is committed to providing affordable, sustainable benefits for our whole community. THE PROBLEM As health care costs continue to rise nationwide and...
