The congregations of the South Carolina Synod look forward to welcoming you.
The installation of The Rev. Wade Roof as Bishop of the South Carolina Synod will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. The installation will take place at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Lexington with a reception to follow.
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Together We Celebrate the Ordination of Zachary Edward Lindler
By the grace of Almighty God, your prayers and presence are requested at a celebration of Holy Communion with the Rite of Ordination for Zachary Edward Lindler into the Ministry of Word and Sacrament. The ordination will occur on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 2:00 p.m....
Together We Celebrate the Ordination of Pegi M. Roberts
By the grace of Almighty God, your prayers and presence are requested at a celebration of the Rite of Ordination for Pegi M. Roberts into the Ministry of Word and Service. The ordination will occur on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at All Saints Lutheran Church,...
The Rev. Wade Thomas Roof III Elected Bishop of the ELCA South Carolina Synod
WEST COLUMBIA, SC — The Rev. Wade Thomas Roof, III, currently serving as Senior Pastor at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, West Columbia, S. C., was elected June 13 as bishop-elect of the South Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). The...
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Events
- September 16, 2026
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Staff Meeting
September 16, 2026 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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- September 22, 2026
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ELCA Conference of Bishops
September 22, 2026 - September 26, 2026 Chicago See more details
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ELCA Conference of Bishops
September 22, 2026 - September 26, 2026 Chicago See more details -
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September 23, 2026 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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- September 24, 2026
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ELCA Conference of Bishops
September 22, 2026 - September 26, 2026 Chicago See more details
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- September 25, 2026
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ELCA Conference of Bishops
September 22, 2026 - September 26, 2026 Chicago See more details
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Our Stories
FXUM National Gathering 2026 from a Communicator’s View
By Neal F. FischerDirector of Communications The FXUM National Gathering, “Altogether Now: Seven Generations and Beyond,” focused on the “mixed ecology” of the church. In this model, traditional congregations and new, organic faith communities coexist and support each...
Serving Food At Christ Central
By Paul Osmundson Nearly 160 people lined up on Saturday morning, November 8, 2025, in downtown Columbia seeking a basic meal. Some are unhoused, living on the city’s streets. Some stay temporarily at nearby shelters, while others struggle to pay for rent, food and...
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