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
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
The month of May is designated as Mental Health Awareness Month. It gives us a special opportunity to recognize that mental well-being is just as important as our physical well-being. If someone is struggling with arthritis and joint issues, we would encourage them to...
Why Is the ELCA Going to Use An Updated Translation of the Bible Called the NRSVue?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vi0W3VO3qhE Dear Friends in the South Carolina Synod, Our SC Synod staff have recently received a few questions regarding the updated edition of the Bible called the NRSVue that people have been hearing about, particularly when they go...
Assembly Update: Important Hotel Information
There have been some reports of difficulty booking rooms for Assembly. Please refer to the picture below for guidance. Click on the booking link and you will be directed to the information page that looks like the picture below. Scroll down past “Book Your Room” and...
Recent Editions of The South Carolina Lutheran eNews
Events
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iNet Book Study
September 16, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm See more details
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- September 17, 2025
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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)
September 18, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm See more details -
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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Our Stories
Looking from African-American leaders toward women leaders
By The Rev. Mark Scott As we began the journey of celebrating two centuries in the South Carolina Synod, several issues became clear: The South Carolina Synod organized with few resources. And, The South Carolina Synod faced many early uncertainties. Over the...
An Update from the 200th Anniversary Committee
By The Rev. Mark Scott On behalf of the 200th Anniversary Committee of the South Carolina Synod Even though we begin the Lenten season today, we also consider today’s date—St. Valentine’s Day and Ash Wednesday. Both of these dates include much history. Every February...
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Columbia, SC 29201
Telephone 803-765-0590
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