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.”
March 15 – March 21, 2026
Sunday, March 15th – Lent 4
Bible Reading: II Samuel 22
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 8:00 or 10:30 AM
Young Adult 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, March 16th
Bible Reading: II Samuel 23
Tuesday, March 17th
Bible Reading: II Samuel 24
Women’s Book Club: 7:00 PM
Wednesday, March 18th
Bible Reading: I Peter 1
Midweek Lent 4 Service: 12:00 or 7:00 PM
Thursday, March 19th
Bible Reading: I Peter 2
Friday, March 20th
Bible Reading: I Peter 3
Saturday, March 21st
Bible Reading: I Peter 4
Men’s Prayer Breakfast: 8:00 AM
Young Adults (River Banks Zoo): 10:00 AM
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
March 22 – March 28, 2026
Sunday, March 22nd – Lent 5
Bible Reading: I Peter 5
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 8:00 or 10:30 AM
Movie Event “David”: 12:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Monday, March 23rd
Bible Reading: II Peter 1
Tuesday, March 24th
Bible Reading: II Peter 2
Wednesday, March 25th
Bible Reading: II Peter 3
Midweek Lent 5 Service: 12:00 or 7:00 PM
Thursday, March 26th
Bible Reading: Genesis 1
Friday, March 27th
Bible Reading: Genesis 2
Saturday, March 28th
Bible Reading: Genesis 3
Worship Service & Holy Communion: 5:00 PM
Listen to or View Sermon online at mtolivesc.org/sermons.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Women’s Book Club – Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
We meet in the fellowship hall. The book we’re reading is “God’s Provision in a Wilderness World,” by Lindsay Hausch. You do not have to read the book to join us. All ladies are welcome to join! Please contact Renee Harper for more information.
Riverbanks Zoo – Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
$30.95 adults, $27.95 children. 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC. Kid Friendly!
Midweek Lenten Services Continue – Wednesdays through March 25, 2026
Time: 12:00 or 7:00 PM
A light lunch will be served following the noon service in the fellowship hall.
Midweek Lenten Lunches
The volunteer and helper signup board is in the Narthex. 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.
Easter Sunday Breakfast – Sunday, April 5, 2026
This year we are transitioning away from the tradition of the Church Council preparing the entire meal. Instead, we are hosting a curated buffet of breakfast casseroles, pastries, fruit, and sausage. While the Church Council and the Fellowship Board will be providing several items along with coffee, tea, orange juice, and water, we invite the congregation to share a breakfast casserole (pre-cooked, please – we can warm them in the oven!), specialty breads, or muffins. A sign-up sheet is available in the Narthex. We look forward to seeeing you there as we celebrate this joyous morning together! If you have questions, please contact Kelly Thrun or Rebecca Selle.
Fireflies Baseball – Friday, April 10, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Come join us for fun, fellowship, hotdogs, and baseball on opening week. Seats are $11.00, which will include a Fireflies hat. Game starts at 7:05 PM, with clear bag police and pay parking in the parking garage. Please contact Stacy Kolb for more information.
Birthright Baby Shower – Through Sunday, April 12, 2026
The Social Ministry Board is sponsoring a baby shower to support Birthright of Columbia. The agency is collaborating with USC Nursing Students who opted to volunteer at the center as a part of their required first semester curriculum. The students organize and prepare this massive baby shower. Large furniture items are not accepted. Birthright Baby Shower Needs List.
Organ Dedication – Sunday, April 12, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM
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.