Holy Spirit Lutheran Church

Holy Spirit Lutheran Church Living in the Spirit of our Risen Lord Jesus. We are a congregation in the ELCA.

Come, see, and remain with us as we live out our faith in Christ in our daily vocations here in beautiful Charleston, SC.

Where in the World is our Pipe Organ?MEET THE ORGANIST'S COMMAND CENTERIf you've never played a pipe organ, you may look...
10/12/2026

Where in the World is our Pipe Organ?

MEET THE ORGANIST'S COMMAND CENTER

If you've never played a pipe organ, you may look at this and wonder:
"What am I looking at?"

This is the proposed new console for the Quarterman Organ, designed by A. E. Schlueter Pipe Organ Company.

The console is essentially the organist's command center.

The new project includes:
🎹 A new three-manual console
🎹 A new adjustable bench
🔌 Updated wiring
⚡ Updated power and relay systems
đź’» MIDI capabilities for recording, playback and additional digital voices

And connections that will allow the console to be moved within the balcony for concerts and special services.

The proposed console drawing was prepared by A. E. Schlueter Pipe Organ Company in 2024.

The goal?
Preserve the historic instrument while giving it the modern reliability and capabilities needed to serve another generation.

10/12/2026

We hope everyone has made plans to join us for our All Saints Day candlelight service featuring REQUIEM by Heather Sorenson! The choir, comprised of over 60 voices from Holy Spirit, St. John’s Lutheran, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, John Wesley United Methodist Church, coastalcommchurch, St. Luke’s Lutheran, First UMC IOP, and more, along with members of the Charleston Symphony have been working hard to make this service special and the music is sure to touch every person who joins us! 7:00pm on November 1st. Plan to arrive early as we expect a full congregation!

Where in the World is our Pipe Organ?CHAPTER FOUR: WHY DID A 63-YEAR-OLD ORGAN NEED RESTORATION?Here's something that ma...
10/07/2026

Where in the World is our Pipe Organ?

CHAPTER FOUR: WHY DID A 63-YEAR-OLD ORGAN NEED RESTORATION?

Here's something that may seem surprising:
The Quarterman Organ was already undergoing a restoration project before the water damage ever happened.

Remember: the organ was built in 1963.
When it came to Holy Spirit in 2016, Buzard undertook extensive work on the physical portions of the instrument. Pipes, windchests, valves, the blower and other components were restored or replaced.

But the electronic systems that were still functioning were largely retained.

And those electronics were now approaching the end of their expected lifespan.

Parts were becoming difficult—or impossible—to obtain.
If a major electronic component failed, Holy Spirit could potentially be without an organ for 10–12 months while the problem was addressed.

So in 2023, Holy Spirit began a fundraising campaign to address that problem.

The goal wasn't to replace our historic pipe organ.
The goal was to preserve it.

Keep following along as we continue our journey!

10/04/2026

The Annual Blessings of the Animals

Don’t forget! Tomorrow morning at 11am in the picnic shelter! We will move in the parish hall if the weather is not frie...
10/03/2026

Don’t forget! Tomorrow morning at 11am in the picnic shelter! We will move in the parish hall if the weather is not friendly! Annual blessing of the animals!

The Music Ministries of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church warmly invite you to join us for a special evening of remembrance, h...
10/01/2026

The Music Ministries of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church warmly invite you to join us for a special evening of remembrance, hope, and beautiful music as we observe All Saints Day.

Sunday, November 1, 2026 • 7:00 PM

This candlelight service will feature a choir of more than 60 voices singing Heather Sorenson’s REQUIEM, a moving musical journey through grief, remembrance, faith, and the promise of eternal life accompanied by Alex Wilson (Organ) and Laura Alward Ball (Piano) with members of the Charleston Symphony.

Through scripture, prayer, candlelight, and music, we will remember the saints who have gone before us, give thanks for their lives, and proclaim the hope we share in Christ.

Whether you come to remember someone dear to you, to experience the beauty of this extraordinary music, or simply to share in this sacred evening, you are welcome.

All are welcome.

Please plan to arrive early! We are anticipating a full congregation, with standing room only. We look forward to welcoming you for this meaningful evening of music, remembrance, and hope.

Where in the World is our Pipe Organ?WHO REMEMBERS THE QUARTERMAN ORGAN?Do you remember hearing the organ at Holy Spirit...
09/28/2026

Where in the World is our Pipe Organ?

WHO REMEMBERS THE QUARTERMAN ORGAN?
Do you remember hearing the organ at Holy Spirit?
Maybe it was:
🎶 Your first Sunday here
đź’’ A wedding
🕯️ A funeral
🎄 Christmas Eve
✝️ Easter
🎵 A concert
🎹 A L'Organo performance
Or maybe you simply remember sitting in the sanctuary while the organ filled the room.
Tell us your favorite memory of the Quarterman Organ in the comments.
We're collecting the stories as we work toward bringing it home.

Join us THIS SUNDAY for our annual Blessing of the Animals service! 11:00am in the picnic shelter. All are welcome and w...
09/28/2026

Join us THIS SUNDAY for our annual Blessing of the Animals service! 11:00am in the picnic shelter. All are welcome and we expect visitors!

09/27/2026

The 18th Sunday after Pentecost

Don’t forget! We hope to see everyone tomorrow morning to help tell the story of Holy Spirit!
09/26/2026

Don’t forget! We hope to see everyone tomorrow morning to help tell the story of Holy Spirit!

Address

3075 Bees Ferry Road
Charleston, SC
29414

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
Friday 9am - 1pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

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+18437662602

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