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.”
June 15 – June 21, 2025
Sunday, June 15th – Holy Trinity
Bible Reading: Titus 2
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 8:00 or 10:30 AM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Monday, June 16th
Bible Reading: Titus 3
Tuesday, June 17th
Bible Reading: Joshua 1
Women’s Book Club: 7:00 PM
Wednesday, June 18th
Bible Reading: Joshua 2
Midweek Bible Study: 1:30 or 7:00 PM
Thursday, June 19th
Bible Reading: Joshua 3
Friday, June 20th
Bible Reading: Joshua 4
Saturday, June 21st
Bible Reading: Joshua 5
Men’s Prayer Breakfast: 8:00 AM
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
June 22 – June 28, 2025
Sunday, June 22nd – Proper 7
Bible Reading: Joshua 6
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 8:00 or 10:30 AM
Young Adult Lunch: After Late Service – Off-Site
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Monday, June 23rd
Bible Reading: Joshua 7
Tuesday, June 24th
Bible Reading: Joshua 8
Wednesday, June 25th
Bible Reading: Joshua 9
Thursday, June 26th
Bible Reading: Joshua 10
Friday, June 27th
Bible Reading: Joshua 11
Movie Night: 6:00 PM
Saturday, June 28th
Bible Reading: Joshua 12
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Young Adult Lunch & Fellowship – Sunday, June 22, 2025
Come join the Young Adults for a fun and relaxed lunch after church! We’ll be heading out right after the second service to Flaming Grill and Supreme Buffet (115 Afton Court, Columbia). This is a great chance to connect with others, share some laughs, and enjoy a delicious meal together. Whether you’re new to the group or have been around for a while, we’d love to have you with us. Bring your appetite and bring a friend – there’s always room at the table! – Pastor Colin
Theology in Film Night – Friday, June 27, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Join us for a powerful evening of film and discussion as we watch Bonhoeffer, a compelling documentary about one of the most courageous theologians of the 20th century. Bonhoeffer tells the story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a young German pastor theologian who became one of the first clear voices of resistance against Adolf Hitler. The film features extraordinary archival footage and interviews with his friends, family, students, and leading historians. It hightlights Bonhoeffer’s deep Christian faith and his call for the church to stand boldly against evil that was infiltrating the church. Popcorn will be provided! Come ready for thoughtful conversation about faith, justice, and the cost of discipleship.
Church Potluck – Sunday, June 29, 2025
Time: After 10:30 AM Service (approximately noon)
We have an extra Sunday this month, so a church fellowship potluck is underway following the 10:30 AM service. We ask each family attending to bring their favorite entree, side, or dessert to share. Be sure to mark your calendars and join the fellowship!
Youth Group Silent Auction – Through Month of June
This event will run through the month of June ending at the June Potluck. Stop by and check out the new items added such as tickets to the ballet, a date night package, Parents Night Out, and a few more Spa baskets to help relax, renew, and refresh. Or revisit packages like the Paintings of Paris, Riverbanks Zoo, and Botanical Garden tickets, or scale up your next soiree’ with a gift certificate from Rodgers Creations. There is something for everyone. Thank you for your support!
Handbell Training
All teens are invited to come and learn handbells this summer. Renee Harper wil be teaching handbells during Sunday School hour (9:15 AM or so) starting June 8 at the front of the church. You don’t need prior musical training; the only requirement is that you can count to 6! Please contact Renee if you are interested.
Vacation Bible School
VBS is back on the calendar and is planned for July 7 through July 11 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. It is centered around some of the most beloved Bible stories of the Old Testament or the “Greatest OT Hits”! We invite all church member chidren, the students of the MOLC Preschool, and their family and friends, ages 5th grade and below. We are also looking for volunteers to help. You can register your child or sign up to volunteer online at vbsmate.com. Also, registration forms and the volunteer sign-up sheet are located in the narthex.