Announcements
Worship
Worship Update
We will have ONE worship service at 11:15 in the Sanctuary (combining both traditional and modern music) and Sunday School at 10:15. This service will be live-streamed for those who feel more comfortable staying home. The parking lot has been plowed, but access to the sidewalks are limited to a small path, so caution will be needed. We are also aware of another storm threat over the weekend. We will share updates if the conditions change. If you have any questions, please call the church phone at (571) 447-3619.
Community
Annual Youth Missions Play
Who killed Zeus? When the Greek gods go undercover in modern-day NYC, only one wise detective can stop chaos from breaking loose! Join us for the Mount Olivet Players production of Pandemonium on February 6, 7, 13 and 14 at 7 PM or on Sunday, February 15 at 3:30 PM. Tickets are free, but donations encouraged to support Mount Olivet youth missions.
Volunteers Needed to help with Concessions
Short term commitment to help with the youth play by prepping and serving concessions before each performance and during intermission. Kids and adults welcome. All time slots are available. Contact Evan at ehannah@mtolivet-umc.org
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Supper and Service
Looking for an easy service project? Join us for Supper and Service on Wednesday, February 11 at 6 PM. A light supper is served followed by a service activity. Dinner and the activity last one hour, from 6-7 PM.
Volunteer with Community Assistance
It’s time to volunteer for Community Assistance. Please volunteer to help our neighbors in need receive some much-needed help with food and gift cards. Slots to volunteer are available from 8 AM through 12:45 PM. Sign up on the SignupGenius.
You can make a financial contribution to Community Assistance, at mountolivetumc.com/giving and indicate Community Assistance. Thanks for your continued support of our Community Assistance Ministry.
Bethune-Cookman University Gospel Choir
Join us for an inspiring performance by the nationally renowned Bethune–Cookman University Gospel Choir on Tuesday, March 3, 7 PM in the Sanctuary. This powerful program weaves together songs of praise, introspection, and rejoicing that reflect the depth and joy of the gospel tradition. Come experience an evening of soaring voices, spiritual reflection, and jubilant celebration. Enjoy this video of the choir. BCC Gospel Choir Melodies From Heaven Video 2022
Caretakers of God's Creation
It is Black History Month. Join the Northern Virginia Land Trust for its Conservationist of Color for an Open Mic night at Busboys and Poets in Shirlington on February 15.
Racial Equity Resources
When John Wesley, who opposed chattel slavery, established Methodism in what became the United States, there were no racial distinctions in worship. Eventually White leaders began imposing restrictions on their Black brethren. This resulted in Blacks leaving the church in the late 1700s and officially establishing their own denomination, the African Methodist Episcopal Church, in the early 1800s. As we begin Black History Month, learn more about the AME Church and its founders.
Love Gift Thank You!
The pastors and staff would like to thank the congregation for the very generous donations to the staff love gift. It is very much appreciated!
Food Drive
During these difficult times, we are helping the families at Glebe Elementary School put food on their tables by donating canned goods. Place your items in the basket in the Preschool Lobby on Sunday or leave in the bin on the 16th Street porch (entrance door #1). The following low sugar and low sodium items are needed:
- Canned fruits
- Canned tuna
- Canned soups
- Canned vegetables
- Canned tomatoes
- Peanut butter (in plastic jars)
- Cereal
Contact Linnea Carlson with any questions.
Adults
Children & Families
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Potluck and Playdate
Join us on Friday, February 6 at 5:30 PM for Potluck and Playdate. We have a potluck supper at a church member's home and enjoy some relaxing conversation. Everyone is welcome. Be prepared, there are lots of kids running around! Register at the link on our website.
Youth
Confirmation Class
What is Confirmation? At baptism, we are initiated into the new covenant in Jesus Christ. For many, this happens at a very young age. Baptized infants are a part of the church — the family of faith — but are not yet capable of sharing everything involved in membership. Confirmation is an opportunity to respond to the grace of God available to us, as acknowledged in baptism, and to promise to live as a person of faith. Confirmation is the response of commitment and profession of faith.
Mount Olivet's Youth Ministry is committed to building a compassionate space where all are welcome to explore their faith. Our confirmation study for 8th graders or above begins on March 1 at 4 PM in the Youth Area. There will be 6 sessions (skipping Palm Sunday and Easter). Confirmation Sunday will be April 26. Contact Evan or Pastor Sara at skeeling@mtolivet-umc.org with questions or to register.
Fire
Fire Update
Progress continues toward finalizing our fire side restoration. We are working closely with our contractor on upgrades required for our fire alarm system. Work is tentatively scheduled for the end of January. Once fire alarm work is finished, our contractor will complete our punch list and schedule our remaining county inspections.
Installation of office furniture and Gathering Space furniture is complete.
As a reminder, until the restoration project is finished, we continue to be limited to the sanctuary, preschool, youth area, fellowship hall and L-8 and L-9. Staff continue to work at home. We thank you for your patience as we move through the restoration and remain grateful for your continued support and prayers. We look forward to opening the doors to our new space soon!
