Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Philippians 1:2 

Welcome!

The Episcopal Church in South Carolina has reorganized and is carrying forward the work of our Lord Jesus Christ, just as generations of Episcopalians in South Carolina have done since 1789, confident that by moving forward together in unity and faith, with God's help, we will flourish.

Your participation in the life of our diocese and its parishes, missions and worshiping communities is encouraged. The Episcopal Church always welcomes you!

The powerful words of a beloved bishop of South Carolina speak poignantly to us as we continue to rebuild:
 
“We should strive for unity, not uniformity. Uniformity is mechanical, barren, unfruitful, and unprofitable. Unity is organic, living, and capable of endless growth. If we are to be truly catholic, as Christ himself is catholic, then we must have a church  broad enough to embrace within its communion every living human soul.”

The Right Reverend William Alexander Guerry
(1861-1928)

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The map below shows the Episcopal parishes, missions and worshiping communities in the diocese. Click on the map for a larger view, or download a printable PDF version.
Legal news
TECSC asks judge to call a halt to legal 'misconduct and intimidation'
April 9, 2014
The Episcopal Church in South Carolina has asked a judge for immediate action to stop members of a breakaway group from abusing the court’s subpoena power by attempting  to force witnesses to give depositions in their lawsuit while the case is legally stayed pending an appeal.
Read more here.

Federal judge upholds ruling on TECSC insurance coverage for legal defense
March 5, 2014
A federal judge has ruled in favor of The Episcopal Church in South Carolina again, denying a motion to reconsider his decision that an insurance company must provide a legal defense for the local Episcopal Church diocese in the lawsuit brought against it by a breakaway group. Read more here.

ERD helping at home, around the world

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Episcopal Relief and Development is a way for Episcopalians to reach out to people around the world. Learn more about Episcopal Relief and Development on our Outreach Page.

In the news
A profile of the Bishop

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The Post & Courier
September 8, 2013
'Bishop Charles vonRosenberg called to lead diocese left in crisis'

Good Shepherd, Sumter celebrates 100 years
Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Sumter celebrated its centennial on September 15, the date of the Bishop's visit. The State newspaper published an article in advance of the event, "Bishop to visit Sumter congregation on its 100th."

The Episcopal Church in Myrtle Beach:
"Myrtle Beach Episcopalians take first steps toward new parish" (The Sun News)

Good Shepherd, Summerville:
"The Rt. Rev. Henry N. Parsley, Jr. celebrates Eucharist at Good Shepherd" (Journal-Scene)
Easter in the diocese
Many of our congregations have shared photos of their Easter celebrations on their Facebook pages, and we're compiling some into an album on the diocesan page. Click here to see them.

 “Enthusiastically Episcopalian 
in South Carolina” 
Educational Conference with 
Presiding Bishop 
Katharine Jefferts Schori
and President of the House of Deputies 
Gay Clark Jennings
Saturday, May, 3, 2014
at Holy Cross Faith Memorial, Pawley's Island
Read more here...
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Diocesan Clergy Conference

Nearly 60 ordained women and men gathered on James Island October 29-30 to worship, share information, exchange ideas and enjoy time together with each other and with Bishop vonRosenberg. 
Read more about the conference here.

A message from 
the Bishops of Province IV

The bishops at Grace Episcopal Church in Charleston before the Choral Eucharist on Wednesday, June 26.
Responding to stories of loss and blessing told by worshiping communities across eastern South Carolina, the bishops of Province IV of The Episcopal Church today issued an “Open Letter to The Episcopal Church in South Carolina,” pledging prayers for the people of the diocese and support and cooperation for their bishop, the Right Reverend Charles G. vonRosenberg. Read the letter here.

 “We commend you for your faith and courage during this trying season,” the letter says. “We observed that you are meeting your present difficulties with good fellowship, good creativity and good cheer. This is an inspiration to us. Your example and mission zeal is easy for us to commend in our own jurisdictions.” Read more about the bishops' meeting here.

Our Bishop, Charles vonRosenberg

January 26, 2013: Right Reverend Charles Glenn vonRosenberg is invested as Bishop by the Most Reverend Katharine Jefferts Schori, Presiding Bishop and Primate of The Episcopal Church. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Richard Schori)
Read more about Bishop vonRosenberg here.
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