The congregations of the South Carolina Synod look forward to welcoming you.
The Mistakes that Really Good Change Leaders Make
Join us for this exciting opportunity
September 27, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church
1416 Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210
featuring: Tod Bolsinger
Author of Canoeing the Mountains: Christian Leadership in Uncharted Territory
Boundaries Training
Thursday, October 16, 2025 from 9:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
St. David Lutheran Church, West Columbia.
This event is required for all rostered leaders, including retired serving as stated supply, pulpit supply, or interim.
Presiding Bishop Installation
The presiding bishop installation is open to the public, and tickets are not required. Doors open at 1 p.m. Central time, and worship begins at 2 p.m.
Rostered Leaders Convocation
Monday-Wednesday, October 27-29, 2025 at Lutheridge. Featured leaders: The Rev. Dr. Starlette Thomas, The Rev. Eric C. Fistler and the Rev. Robb McCoy
What’s Happening
We Pray for the Family of Amanda “Mandy” Caughman Derrick
Amanda “Mandy” Caughman Derrick was born on August 11, 1959 and passed away on August 14, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Lib Caughman. Mandy was a 1977 graduate of Lexington High School and a 1981 graduate of Newberry College. She enjoyed a 29 year...
2025 ELCA Churchwide Assembly Wrap-up
ELCA News Releases Summary of Actions of the 2025 Churchwide Assembly and Related Materials Read More Churchwide Assembly – Day One Read More Churchwide Assembly – Day Two Read More Yehiel Curry Elected Presiding Bishop of the ELCA Read More Churchwide Assembly – Day...
Building a Culture of Generosity : Fall 2025
Are you interested is a stewardship opportunity that will guide your congregation through your fall stewardship appeal.? This stewardship program for your congregation will seek to: Stabilize and grow financial giving? Teach Biblical stewardship principles? Help...
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Events
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Staff Meeting
September 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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- September 18, 2025
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Building a Culture of Generosity (BCG)
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Building a Culture of Generosity (BCG)
September 18, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm See more details
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- September 23, 2025
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Communications Cohort
September 23, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm See more details
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- September 24, 2025
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Staff Meeting
September 24, 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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- September 27, 2025
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Tod Bolsinger
September 27, 2025 9:00 am - 3:00 pm St Andrew's Lutheran Church, 1416 Broad River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210, USA See more details
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- September 30, 2025
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Communications Cohort
September 30, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 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...
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Baptized Lutherans in the South Carolina Synod
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Companion partnerships with Lutheran Churches in Japan, Tanzania, and Colombia
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Columbia, SC 29201
Telephone 803-765-0590
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