ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH
The Bachman Society
Legacy gifts supporting St. John’s future.
Purpose
The vestry established the John Bachman Society to recognize people who include St. John’s in their estate plans. It honors the legacy of the congregation and encourages gifts that support future ministry.
Membership and Privacy
Gifts may be of any amount. Members may be recognized by name or participate anonymously; gift amounts remain confidential. The published society description provides for a gathering every three years. Contact the office about current arrangements.
John Bachman
Bachman served as pastor from 1815 to 1874 and helped develop Lutheran institutions including the South Carolina Synod, Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, and Newberry College. He also worked as a naturalist with John James Audubon.