Welcome to Mount Olive Lutheran Church
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES & ADULT BIBLE CLASS – 9:15 AM: Details at the bottom of the page.
You can listen to Pr. Walt and Pr. Colin’s sermons on the Sermon Page and watch our sermon videos on YouTube. To access the Children’s Messages on YouTube, click on “Playlists.”
We warmly invite you to worship with us and join our walk with God.
Are you looking for a church home? Our heartfelt desire is to embrace all people in the love of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. “Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:34-35)
The Mt. Olive congregation is made up of people who live throughout the greater Columbia area and the Midlands. Folks travel from as far as Lexington, Newberry, Elgin, and Orangeburg to worship each Sunday.
Visit us for worship this Saturday or Sunday and experience a service that focuses on worshiping the Triune God with the traditional liturgy of the Church, inspirational hymns, and Holy Communion.
Our mission is to grow in faith and love
by spreading the Word
of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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THIS WEEK AT MT. OLIVE
You can listen to our sermons on the Sermon Page. And watch our sermon videos on YouTube. To access the Children’s Messages on YouTube, click on “Playlists.”
September 7 – September 13, 2025
Sunday, September 7th – Proper 18
Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 30
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 8:00 or 10:30 AM
Sunday School & Confirmation Classes Begin
Handbell Practice: 4:00 PM
Choir Practice: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Monday, September 8th
Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 31
Preschool Regular Schedule Begins
Tuesday, September 9th
Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 32
Church Council: 6:00 PM
Board of Elders: 7:30 PM
Wednesday, September 10th
Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 33
Thursday, September 11th
Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 34
Circuit Forum Hilton Head: 9:00 AM
Seniors Meeting: 1:30 PM
Friday, September 12th
Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 35
Saturday, September 13th
Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 36
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
September 14 – September 20, 2025
Sunday, September 14th – Proper 19
Bible Reading: Philemon
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 8:00 or 10:30 AM
New Member Class: 2:00 PM
Handbell Practice: 4:00 PM
Choir Practice: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Monday, September 15th
Bible Reading: Ezra 1
Tuesday, September 16th
Bible Reading: Ezra 2
Women’s Book Club: 7:00 PM
Wednesday, September 17th
Bible Reading: Ezra 3
Midweek Bible Study: 1:30 or 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 18th
Bible Reading: Ezra 4
Preschool Board: 12:00 PM
Friday, September 19th
Bible Reading: Ezra 5
Saturday, September 20th
Bible Reading: Ezra 6
Men’s Prayer Breakfast: 8:00 AM
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Senior Retirees’ Group – Thursday, September 11, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Fellowship Hall
We will have a devotion and offer light refreshments!
Midweek Bible Classes – Begins Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Time: Wednesdays at 1:30 or 7:00 PM
Location: Fellowship Hall
The midweek Bible Study is starting back up again. The class is led by Pastor Walt and will continue through November 19.
New Member Classes – Sundays, September 14 through October 26, 2025
Time: 2:00-3:00 PM
Location: Fellowship Hall
The purpose of these classes is to review the basic teachings of Christianity and the particular emphases of the Lutheran Church. If you presently have no church home, I would like to invite you to prayerfully consider becoming a member of our church family here at Mount Olive. People who presently hold membership in another Lutheran church are also invited to attend these classes and may join Mount Olive by letter of transfer. If you would like additional information, you may call the church office at 803-781-5845 or speak with Pastor Walt.
Theology in Film (Movie Night) – Friday, September 26, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Fellowship Hall
Runtime: 1:41
Join us for our next Theology in Film night! We’ll be watching Cecil B. DeMille’s classic epic Samson and Delilah (1949). This sweeping Old Testament drama tells the story of Samson, the judge chosen by God to deliver Israel from the Philistines. Though gifted with incredible strength, Samson is undone by pride and temptation when he falls for Delilah. The film’s rich portrayal of passion, betrayal, and redemption provides plenty of opportunites to reflect on how God works through flawed people to accomplish His purposes. Dinner will be provided – pizza, drinks, and popcorn! Bring a friend, enjoy the fellowship, and be ready for a lively discussion after the film.
Lighthouse for Life – Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Training and education are crucial tools in the battle against human trafficking. In our efforts to bring awareness to this sensitive issue, Mt. Olive is hosting an education event. Lighthouse for Life is a faith-based 501c3 organization that embraces the biblical core values of Faith, Integrity, Gratefulness, Humility, and Togetherness. Their mission is to fight to eradicate human trafficking by educating our community and empowering survivors. We are excited about partnering with a local faith-based agency located on Broad River Road! More details are available here. – Social Ministry Board