The Presbyterian Church on Edisto Island (PCEI) is nestled under the live oaks and Spanish moss of the coastal Lowcountry. Founded in 1685, we are now in our third century of worship and ministry. While historic, the life and mission of PCEI are alive and vibrant. A close-knit community, our congregation seeks to support one another as we commit to learning, proclaiming, and living the love of God (from the PCEI Mission Statement).
As we begin our search for a new Director of Music Ministries, we are excited to introduce you not simply to a position, but to the congregation and community in which this ministry takes place.
Edisto Island is part of the greater Charleston area, a community shaped by the beauty and distinctive pace of Lowcountry life. It is home to families who have lived here for generations, newcomers putting down roots, and a growing number of retirees. Our congregation reflects that community.
Our average worship attendance is 120. PCEI includes members and affiliates, along with many friends who spend part of each year with us in their second homes. We value our long history while continuing to grow, change, and discern how God is calling us to serve in this particular place.
Our life together extends well beyond Sunday morning. We seek to nurture people of all ages in Christian faith and fellowship while remaining deeply engaged with the needs of our island community. PCEI is home to the only preschool on Edisto Island, and our Food Pantry provides both non-perishable groceries and fresh produce each month to neighbors throughout the community.
Through worship, education, fellowship, mission, and care for one another, we seek to be a congregation where faith is not only proclaimed but lived.
Music has long been an important part of that life. Generations of singers, musicians, directors, and volunteers have helped shape our worship, and we are grateful for the rich musical tradition we have inherited. At the same time, we see this transition a
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