The Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina
Religious InstitutionsSouth Carolina, United States11-50 Employees
The Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina is a regional entity within the Episcopal Church, bringing together 63 congregations across 22 counties in the upper part of the state. It is based in Columbia and led by a bishop who serves as chief pastor; the current bishop, the Rt. Rev. Daniel P. Richards, was elected in 2021 and consecrated in 2022. The diocese maintains a relatively small staff. As part of the Episcopal Church and the worldwide Anglican Communion, it participates in a tradition that values renewal, shared faith, and increasing diversity among its constituents. Worship across its churches encompasses a range of styles while remaining anchored by liturgy in the Book of Common Prayer.