The congregations of the South Carolina Synod look forward to welcoming you.
South Carolina Synod Bible Team Presents:
On the Road with Jesus
A video series dedicated to exploring Christianity, our beliefs, and the hope of resurrection.
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
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!
Assembly Art Show
Dear South Carolina Synod Congregation Artists,
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Created to Create art exhibition! The deadline for submissions is December 1, 2025. Make sure to complete the online application form and submit your artwork for consideration.
What’s Happening
We Pray for the Family of The Reverend Joshua Robert Knutson
The Reverend Joshua Robert Knutson, 39, entered the Church Triumphant on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Born on August 20, 1986, in Columbia, South Carolina, Josh was the beloved son of the late Mark Allen Knutson and Melanie Ballentine Knutson. He married the love of...
Synod Offers $1,000 Grants for ‘New Consecration Sunday’ Stewardship Program
Are you looking for a way to teach stewardship in your congregation from a spiritual perspective? If so, New Consecration Sunday by Herb Miller is a stewardship program that has several basic premises: (1) It teaches that faithful stewardship issues forth from my need...
A Letter from Bishops of the ELCA to the Church
October 8, 2025 Beloved in Christ, Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As bishops of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), we write to you in this moment of national and global tension with clarity and conviction. Our...
Recent Editions of The South Carolina Lutheran eNews
Events
- December 9, 2025
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Congregational Vitality
December 9, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am See more details
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- December 10, 2025
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Staff Meeting
December 10, 2025 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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- December 17, 2025
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Staff Meeting
December 17, 2025 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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This is Christ’s Church. There is a place for you here.
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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