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’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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Parish News
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.”
February 8 – February 14, 2026
Sunday, February 8th – Epiphany 5
Bible Reading: I Samuel 18
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 8:00 or 10:30 AM
Souper Bowl Potluck: 12:00 PM
Handbells 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, February 9th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 19
Tuesday, February 10th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 20
Church Council: 6:00 PM
Wednesday, February 11th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 21
Midweek Bible Study: 1:30 or 7:00 PM
Thursday, February 12th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 22
Circuit Meeting: 10:00 AM
Seniors’ Meeting: 1:30 PM
Friday, February 13th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 23
Preschool Board: 12:00 PM
Saturday, February 14th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 24
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
February 15 – February 21, 2026
Sunday, February 15th – Transfiguration
Bible Reading: I Samuel 25
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 8:00 or 10:30 AM
Handbells 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, February 16th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 26
Tuesday, February 17th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 27
Women’s Book Club: 7:00 PM
Wednesday, February 18th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 28
Ash Wednesday Service: 12:00 or 7:00 PM
Thursday, February 19th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 29
Friday, February 20th
Bible Reading: I Samuel 30
Saturday, February 21st
Bible Reading: I Samuel 31
Men’s Prayer Breakfast: 8:00 AM
Young Adult Ice Skating: 1:30 PM
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Midweek Bible Study – Wednesdays through February 11, 2026
Time: 1:30 or 7:00 PM
Midweek classes will be held each week through February 11. We will be studying the Book of Philippians. Everyone is invited to join in as we focus on studying God’s Word and share in faith and fellowship together.
Senior Retirees’ Group – Thursday, February 12, 2026
Time: 1:30 PM
We meet in the Fellowship Hall from 1:30-2:30 PM for light refreshments, a devotion, and to spend time enjoying each other’s company. Bill and Aresa Boykin will lead this month. All seniors are invited to join us!
Midweek Lenten Services – Beginning Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Time: 12:00 or 7:00 PM
Midweek Lenten Services start off with Ash Wednesday on February 18. We will offer Holy Communion with optional Imposition of Ashes at both services. The sermon theme during the midweek services is “FAQs.”
Midweek Lenten Lunches
This year’s dates are February 25, March 4, 11, 18, and 25. There will be no lunch on Ash Wednesday. The volunteer and helper signup board will be in the Narthex soon. Please consider volunteering to bring a dish or organize a meal so we can continue this wonderful tradition together. We look forward to sharing fellowship and delicious food with everone during these special gatherings immediately following the worship services around 12:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Thrun or Rebecca Selle.
Church Directory Photo Updates – Month of February
Does your family’s church directory photo need to be updated? February will be the month to get a new photo taken. You may stop by the room across from Pr. Walt’s office on Saturdays, before or after worship service or on Sundays between the two services. If you have a great photo that you would like to submit, please email it to Aresa Boykin. Professionally made photos work best or personal photos with quiet backgrounds. If you like your current photo, you don’t need to get a new one.
Organ Dedication – Sunday, April 12, 2026
With the installation of the organ completed in December, the Worship Committee is joyfully preparing for a dedication service on Sunday, April 12 in the afternoon. This special concert will highlight Mt. Olive’s remarkable instrument with music offered by guest organist Oyeniran Oyedeji of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Danbury, CT. We hope you will make plans to join us. Refreshments will be served in the Fellowship Hall following the program. More details will be shared as the date approaches.
Sharing God’s Love Yard Sale – Saturday, April 18, 2026
With winter still here, now is the perfect opportunity to declutter and clean out your closets! We accept items such as: vintage items, books, craft supplies, DVDs (kids), dishes, electronics, frames, board games, home decor, household items, glassware, jewelry, wall hangings, purses, puzzles, sports equipment, toys (new and used). All proceeds from the yard sale will go directly to Sharing God’s Love, a non-profit cooperative ministry. Our organization assists local families in our community who are facing emergencies related to basic living needs. The event will take place regardless of weather conditions, so come rain or shine it is scheduled for April 18, 2026. Donation drop-offs are accepted Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 147 Friarsgate Blvd., Irmo.