The congregations of the South Carolina Synod look forward to welcoming you.
“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
A Revival of Faith: Sharing the Good News of Jesus as a Fresh Expression of our Faith
The South Carolina Synod Vitality Team invites Rostered and Lay Leaders to join us on January 10, 2026 at Zion Lutheran Church, Lexington with Michael Adam Beck.
Middle School Retreat - Cancelled Due To Weather
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!
Stewardship for All Seasons Begins May 13, 2026
If you are interested in learning more about Stewardship for All Seasons, watch the video linked below or contact The Rev. Ozzie Herlong.
What’s Happening
Greetings from the South Carolina Synod Bishop’s Election Committee
Advent Greetings from the South Carolina Synod Bishop’s Election Committee. We give thanks for the faithful leadership of Bishop Ginny Aebischer for her nearly eighteen years of leadership to the South Carolina Synod as both Bishop and earlier, as Assistant to the...
We Pray for the Family of The Reverend Gary Ray Lyerly
Gary Ray Lyerly, 82, of Raleigh, NC passed into the Church Triumphant on 7 December 2025 with family by his side. He was born on the 19 June 1943 to Pearl Holshouser Lyerly & Carr R. Lyerly in Salisbury, NC. He began his Christian faith as a baptized child of God...
We Pray for the Family of Elizabeth Carswell
Elizabeth Cromer Carswell, 92, of Flat Rock, NC, formerly of Columbia, SC, passed away on December 1, 2025, at Tore's Home, following a long period of declining health. Born July 4, 1933 in Lincolnton, NC, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Voigt Rhodes Cromer and...
Recent Editions of The South Carolina Lutheran eNews
Events
- January 28, 2026
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Staff Meeting
January 28, 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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- February 3, 2026
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Bishop Election Committee
February 3, 2026 10:00 am - 3:00 pm back conference room See more details
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- February 4, 2026
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Staff Meeting
February 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
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Our Stories
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...
MORE Justice is the GOAL
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7FHPgentyc By The Rev. Rebecca Wicker When we think of social outreach, we often think of feeding the hungry, providing clothing for those in need, and finding safe spaces for those without shelter. But what happens if we address the...
People living within the synod territory
Baptized Lutherans in the South Carolina Synod
Congregations and worshipping communities
Companion partnerships with Lutheran Churches in Japan, Tanzania, and Colombia
Mission Partners
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We are the church that shares a living, daring confidence in God’s grace. Liberated by our faith, we embrace you as a whole person–questions, complexities and all. Join us as we do God’s work in Christ’s name for the life of the world.
Contact Information
ELCA South Carolina Synod
1003 Richland Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Telephone 803-765-0590
Fax 803-252-5558
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