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Positions open around the synod

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Congregations are called to be safe places for all members, and every ELCA congregation is responsible to have established guidelines and policies protecting all members. When hiring church workers, please remember the importance of background checks. All South Carolina congregations should have official guidelines in place (the deadline was the 2005 synod assembly) to safeguard members against abuse. Here’s a link to some helpful information for you.

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Explore and apply for opportunities available with the churchwide organization or global service on the ELCA Job Board (summer internships are also available).

Good Shepherd, Columbia: Full-time Parish Administrator

Posted (3/2/2026)

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (Columbia, SC) is seeking a full-time Parish Administrator and Bookkeeper to support the ministry and mission of the congregation through faithful administration and financial stewardship. This role partners with the Pastor, the Treasurer, and Church Council to ensure smooth office operations, accurate financial management (Realm software) and strong support for worship and outreach ministries. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Pastor Andrew Isenhower at www.gslc.com or call (803)787-4413. Position open until filled.

(5/15/2026)

St. David, West Columbia: Full-time Director of Children, Youth, and Family Ministries

Posted (3/2/2026)

Our vibrant, multigenerational ELCA congregation is seeking a dynamic, engaging, and faith-filled leader to serve as our full-time Director of Children, Youth & Family Ministries. This individual will shepherd and nurture the faith formation of children, youth, and families while partnering with the whole congregation to cultivate a Christ-centered community of belonging, growth, and service.

The Director of Children, Youth & Family Ministries will provide vision, leadership, and coordination for ministries serving children (birth–5th grade), middle school, high school, and their families. This leader will build meaningful relationships, create engaging programming, and equip families to grow together in faith.

Salary and benefits to be commensurate with experience.

To apply, submit your resume to Pastor Greg Brown via email at pastor.greg@stdavid.net

(5/15/2026)

Messiah Evangelical, Hanahan: Part-Time Organist

Posted (2/24/2026)

Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1106 Yeamans Hall Rd. Hanahan, SC 29410 is seeking a part-time Organist for its worship services.

This position requires playing for a weekly Sunday morning service with a one hr. rehearsal beforehand, as well as a variety of special services throughout the year (e.g., Lenten mid-weeks, Holy Week, Christmas Eve, etc.) The music required is typical of Lutheran services and generally follows the Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW) settings with hymns and Psalms from the LBW, Evangelical Lutheran Worship (ELW), and With One Voice (WOV).

We’re interested in week-to-week players and those seeking a more permanent arrangement, and compensation for this position is negotiable based on experience and merit. For more information or to apply, contact Jacob Davis at jacob.davis721@gmail.com or 843-209-0073.

(5/15/2026)

St. Paul, Gilbert: Part-Time Music Director

Posted (2/16/2026)

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 246 St. Paul’s Church Rd., Gilbert, SC 29054 is seeking a part-time Music Director for its Sunday worship services.

Our immediate need is for organist/pianist. This position includes Sunday morning services, Wednesday night rehearsals with the praise band, as well as any funerals/weddings, as scheduled. Music should be appropriate for use in the Lutheran service and follow the theme or the lessons appointed for the day. Hymns/Songs from the ELW and the Worship & Praise book will be used. Special programs are normally presented seasonally, i.e. Christmas Cantata/Children’s Christmas Program, Easter, Lenten services and following special Lutheran celebration Sundays throughout the year.

St. Paul’s would also like to resume the handbell choir and form a vocal choir for Sunday services. This will be discussed at the interview.

Compensation for this position is negotiable based on experience and merit. For more information and complete job description or to apply, contact Janet Boyd at boyd5janet@gmail.com or 803-634-0018.

(5/1/2026)

Mt. Horeb, Chapin: Interim Parish Musician

Posted (2/16/2026)

Mt. Horeb Lutheran ELCA Church, Chapin SC is in search of an Interim Parish Musician. Duties include Sunday morning services, funerals, special services, and Sunday morning adult choir practice. Mt. Horeb has a Schantz pipe organ and Yamaha grand piano in the church sanctuary. The organist reports to the Church Pastor. A more detailed Interim Organist Job Description can be viewed at www.mthoreb.net/content/jobs/interim-parish-musician. For information and to apply, please send cover letter, resume, including two professional references to: frontdesk@mthoreb.net or FAX 803 681-0091.

(5/1/2026)

Mt. Horeb, Chapin: Parish Musician

Posted (2/16/2026)

Mt. Horeb Lutheran ELCA Church, Chapin SC is in search of a part-time Parish Musician. This position is a permanent Church Staff member and reports to the Church Pastor. The part time Parish Musician is expected to rehearse and direct the adult choir and coordinate with the Church Pastor on worship and music selections. Duties include Sunday morning Services, funerals, and other special services during the Church calendar year. Mt. Horeb ELCA has a Schantz pipe organ and Yamaha grand piano in the Church sanctuary. More detailed job responsibilities for this position can be viewed at www.mthoreb.net/content/jobs/parish-musician. For more information and to apply, please send cover letter, resume including two (2) professional references to: frontdesk@mthoreb.net or FAX 803 681-0091

(5/1/2026)

Bethlehem, Irmo: Part-Time Office Manager/Administrative Assistant

Posted (2/4/2026)

Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 10000 Broad River Road, Irmo, SC, is seeking an individual to work with its ministerial staff, the church, and office operations.

This is a part-time hourly position averaging 16 hours per week. Compensation range will be based on skills, qualifications, and experience. This person must be able to work well with other staff as a team member in ministry, relate well with congregational members, and welcome visitors. The applicant must have proficiency in office procedures, knowledge of office computers and copy equipment, and software, such as Microsoft Office (Word and Publisher), as well as social media experience.

Applicants will be self-motivated, with a positive attitude, a solid work ethic, and excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter outlining their interest in the position and the skills they possess, along with a resume, to Pastor Scott Holland at bethlehemlutheranirmo@gmail.com. The email description line should read “Office Manager/Administrative Assistant.”

(4/15/2026)

South Carolina Lutheran Men in Mission: Secretary and Loan Fund Director

Posted (2/4/2026)

South Carolina Lutheran Men Need You!

The SCLMM Board is in need of a Secretary and a Loan Fund Director!

If you are interested in getting more involved with Lutheran Men on the State level, we could use you!

Job Descriptions:

Loan Fund Director

Secretary

Contact Tom Ramsey at tdrams@charter.net or call (864) 304-5107

(4/15/2026)