The congregations of the South Carolina Synod look forward to welcoming you.
Who We Are
Leazrn more about who we are as Lutheran in South Carolina though our new video series,
Grace in Action: Who We Are and Why It Matters
“HIGHLY PROFITABLE AND FRUITFUL: (RE)READING LUTHER’S CATECHISMS.”
A Lenten Study Featuring The Rev. Dr. Justin Nickel
February 25, March 4, March 11, and March 18 at Ebenezer Lutheran Church and online via Zoom
Middle School Retreat
What does it mean to live as a faith-full disciple? What are the actions or activities that help shape disciples on the journeys?
Join us for a weekend of learning more about faith practices, fun, and friendship!
Created to Create: the 2026 Synod Assembly
The 2026 South Carolina Synod Assembly will be held June 11-13, 2026 at the Brookland Baptist Banquet and Conference Center, West Columbia, SC. Lodging, fellowship opportunities and Bishop’s Art Show will be at the Marriott Columbia, Columbia, SC.
What’s Happening
Inclusiveness Network Book Study: Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption
The South Carolina Synod Inclusiveness Network invites you to a powerful discussion series on the New York Times bestseller Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Al8RXiMPQNI This true story is a clarion call...
We Pray for the Family of Mary Frances Brown Ritchie
Mary Frances Brown Ritchie, 93, passed away Friday morning at her home after a long and happy life. She was born on Christmas Eve in 1932 to the late Mary Camille Sifford and Luther Clarence Brown in Danville, VA. She graduated from Lenior Rhyne University in Hickory,...
Created to Create: The 2026 Synod Assembly Keynote Speaker Announced
We are excited to announce the keynote speaker for our 2026 South Carolina Synod Assembly! The Rev. Dr. Chad Rimmer will bring us a keynote address on Friday, June 12, 2026. The Rev. Dr. Chad Rimmer joined Lenoir-Rhyne as rector and dean of Lutheran Theological...
Recent Editions of The South Carolina Lutheran eNews
Events
- March 4, 2026
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Staff Meeting
March 4, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm SC Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1003 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA See more details -
Justin Nickel
March 4, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm See more details
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- March 10, 2026
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Congregational Vitality
March 10, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am See more details
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- March 11, 2026
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Staff Meeting
March 11, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm SC Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1003 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA See more details -
Justin Nickel
March 11, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm See more details
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Our Stories
Communal Stewards of Creation
The 2024 South Carolina Synod Assembly passed a resolution setting the goal that every congregation will begin a new initiative that cares for God's creation in some way. The resolution states that congregations should plan to submit a story of their initiative prior...
Noticias de Colombia, or News from Colombia
¡Hola! As the coordinator of our companion relationship with IELCO, Iglesia Evangélica Luterana de Colombia (the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Colombia), it was my joy to attend the National Gathering of the Women of IELCO (Encuentro Nacional de Mujeres IELCO) in...
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Baptized Lutherans in the South Carolina Synod
Congregations and worshipping communities
Companion partnerships with Lutheran Churches in Japan, Tanzania, and Colombia
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Contact Information
ELCA South Carolina Synod
1003 Richland Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Telephone 803-765-0590
Fax 803-252-5558
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