Our Story:

On August 1, 1966, a VW “bug” driven by a young, enthusiastic Lutheran pastor, Ruben Olawsky, arrived in Mauldin. After moving into the parsonage on Bethel Drive with his wife, Jane Anne, and their three children, William, Keith, and Mira, he began the task of developing a Lutheran mission congregation in the Golden Strip area. His boundless enthusiasm was evident at the first worship service, held at Mauldin Elementary School on October 23, 1966, with an attendance of 99. Pastor Rodney Parrot served Messiah after Olawsky's departure, helping Messiah grow sturdy roots in the community. Pastor John Yost followed, bringing a mission of developing vision and stamina to Messiah. "Pastor John" was part of Messiah for over 30 years, helping its ministries and numbers grow significantly. Over the years, a faithful group of associate pastors, lay ministry professionals, and volunteer leaders have helped Messiah expand its ministry in Christ. 

Our Values:

  • Christ-Centered: We believe in the divine glory of the Holy Trinity (God the Father, Jesus Christ, and Holy Spirit) as revealed to us through the Bible. Our worship life revolves around the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion.

  • Christ Alone. Grace Alone: Rooted in the Good News of Jesus Christ, we live in the joy of our salvation, through faith in Christ alone, through the gift of grace alone.

  • Christian Love : We reflect Christ's love through our own lives. All are welcome here, and we aspire to bring kindness, compassion, and forgiveness to others.

  • Service to Others: Our hearts are called to service. Following Christ’s teaching and example, we give of ourselves to address the human and spiritual needs of our members and neighbors in the community.

  • Discipleship: We support all people in their spiritual journeys. We encourage and equip followers to live out their faith by using their gifts and growing in their relationship with God and one another.

Our Mission:

Know Jesus. Share Jesus. Serve Jesus.

“Know Jesus, Share Jesus, Serve Jesus” is a continuous cycle of growing together in our relationship with Christ, being compelled by that relationship to share God’s message, and expressing our faith through acts of service to others.

Our Vision:

Our vision is to be a thriving Christian family, welcoming to all. We will be a beacon of light in our community; led by faith, known by love, and heard as a voice of hope.