The congregations of the South Carolina Synod look forward to welcoming you.
Synod Assembly
“Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.” I Peter 4:10.
The 2024 South Carolina Synod Assembly will be held June 8, 2024. It will be a one day online event.
2024 Training coming this fall
Plan ahead! Save the dates for your 2024 Region 9 Boundaries and Inclusion Education.
Bishop's message about LTSS
A message from Bishop Aebischer about Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary
the Israel-Hamas War
The Rev. Bobby Morris, pastor of Mt. Pilgrim, Prosperity and teaches Old Testament electives and Hebrew at the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, gives a history and context for the Israel-Hamas War.
What’s Happening
Staff Transitions
We Give Thanks for Jenny Spearen Jenny Spearen has served the South Carolina Synod since May of 2005 when she began as Administrative Assistant to the Rev. Kathy Chartier. She later served as Administrative Assistant to the Rev. Ginny Aebischer, Assistant to the...
We Pray for the Family of The Reverend James F. Shealy
The Reverend James Franklin Shealy, 84, of Little Mountain, widower of Belva “Betty” Stuck Shealy passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at the Agape Hospice House in Lexington. Born on November 3, 1939, in Little Mountain, he was the son of the late Andrew...
We Pray for the Family of Jerry Dean Jennings
Jerry Dean Jennings, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and military veteran, passed away on February 10, 2024. Born in 1946 in Columbia, South Carolina, Jerry lived a life marked by dedication, love, and service. Jerry is survived by his beloved spouse, Angela...
Recent Editions of The South Carolina Lutheran eNews
Events
- April 22, 2024
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Synod Council
April 22, 2024 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm SC Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1003 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA See more details
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- April 23, 2024
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Candidacy Committee Meeting
April 23, 2024 - April 24, 2024 SC Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1003 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA See more details
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- April 24, 2024
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Candidacy Committee Meeting
April 23, 2024 - April 24, 2024 SC Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, 1003 Richland St, Columbia, SC 29201, USA See more details -
Staff Meeting
April 24, 2024 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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- April 28, 2024
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Newberry College Sunday
April 28, 2024 See more details
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- May 1, 2024
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Staff Meeting
May 1, 2024 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
No Hats in Church
Hey! It’s me again! In case you missed my first set of ramblings, let me give you a brief introduction. I am a lifelong Lutheran in my mid-thirties. When I think of my life and all the stages thus far, this church has most certainly raised me...
Remember our Military Members During This Veterans Day Period
We honor our military veterans on Veterans Day, November 11th. From November 1st through the 11th we can bring awareness that this is a very difficult time for all members of our military service men and women. Not only are there challenges to peace in our home...
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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Contact Information
ELCA South Carolina Synod
1003 Richland Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Telephone 803-765-0590
Fax 803-252-5558
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