Announcements
Worship
Worship Update
This Sunday, February 8, we will be back to our regular schedule with Traditional worship at 9:15 in the Sanctuary and The Way worship in the Fellowship Hall at 11:15, Sunday School at 10:15.
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 and Walker Chapel 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.
Caretakers of God's Creation
Buying secondhand or thrifting is a good way to reduce the environmental impact of clothing production. An even better way? Arlington Students for Climate Action’s FREE secondhand clothing pop up at Washington-Liberty High School on February 21 from 12 to 4.
Butterfield’s Brigade and Mount Olivet 1861-1862
Completed just before the Civil War, Mount Olivet's original structure was reduced to its foundations by the end of the conflict's first year. It was variously used by the United States Army as – possibly – a hospital, storehouse, picket post, and stable.
In this talk, local historian, Michael Schaffner, will explore the likely uses of the building before focusing on the soldiers camped nearby from September 1861 till May 1862. Their story reveals surprising connections to some of the war's great battles, the United States Colored Troops, and the Army's early efforts at graves registration.
Please join our history team on Sunday, February 22 at 3:00. Let us know you are coming by emailing Monte Campbell.
Join VAUMC for Public Witness in D.C. at Faithful Resistance
The Faithful Resistance: A Public Witness for Immigrant Justice is happening in Washington D.C. on Wednesday, February 25. Bishop Sue and the Cabinet invite you to join us for an upcoming ecumenical gathering and peaceful march calling for the humane treatment of immigrants. The event will take place in Washington, DC on Wednesday, February 25 and opens at 10 AM with worship at Capitol Hill UMC (421 Seward Square SE, Washington, DC, 20003).
A prayerful march to the U.S. Capitol will follow, accompanied by congressional visits in the afternoon for those interested in attending. This is a powerful opportunity to show solidarity for immigrants and call upon Christians everywhere to live out Christ’s call on all of us to resist evil, oppression and injustice in whatever forms they present.
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
Preschool Now Enrolling for Fall 2026!
Mount Olivet Preschool is welcoming little learners ages 18 months–6 years. Our playbased program nurtures curiosity, confidence, and joy every day. Core hours run 9:15 AM –1:15 PM, with optional afternoon care until 3:30 PM. Come grow, explore, and play with us! For more information call 571-562-0803 or visit us online.
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.
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 this 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!
