Ministry Listing and Description
Mission Statement:
To provide a place to worship God and to learn about His Word. To train our congregation to respond to the hurts and needs of the community so that they can grow and reach their full potential in Christ.
Church Mission:
Go ye therefore and teach all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and the Holy Spirit." (Matthew 28:19)
Church Vision:
Christ's Last Command, Our First Concern
General Church Ministries
Ministry Team: Deacon Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Assist the pastor in caring for the spiritual needs of the congregation
Chairperson: Deacon James McCray
Meetings: Monthly, 4th Monday 7:30 pm
Ministry Team: Deaconess Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Develop the spiritual life of the women and young ladies in the church for the best
possible Christian service.
Chairperson: Deaconess Margaret Jackson
Meetings: Monthly, Saturday before the first Sunday, 9:00 am
Ministry Team: Sunday School
Primary Vision Focus: To teach youth/young adults as well some adults about Christianity
Superintendent: Trustee Van Samuel
Ministry Team: Budget Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Develop and track annual church budget
Chairperson: Deacon Alesandres L. Perkins/Sis. Octavia Petty
Meetings: As called.
Ministry Team: Christian Education Ministry
Primary' Vision Focus: Provide opportunities for the congregation to learn about God and His Word and to apply what they have learned in their lives
Chairperson: Deacon Alesandres L. Perkins
Ministry Team: Condolence Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Provide repast for bereaved families of the congregation
Chairperson: Sis. Octavia Petty
Ministry Team: Finance Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Administer the financial records of the church
Note: Includes Church Treasurer
Chairperson: Trustee Joseph McNeil, Sr.
Ministry Team: Historical Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Locate, investigate the validity of, and set in chronological order the written history of our church
Chairperson: Trustee Catherine Mills
Meetings: Tuesdays. 10 am - 12 pm (as needed)
Ministry Team: Culinary Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Oversight of all activities involving food preparation at the church including; the
Breakfast Ministry prepares breakfast for members attending Sunday School each Sunday.
Chairperson: Trustee Van Samuel
Meetings: As called
Ministry Team: Women's Fellowship Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Develop and execute activities for spiritual development and fellowship of female members of the congregation.
Chairperson: Deaconess Margaret Jackson
Meetings: Bi-Monthly, on the first Saturday
Ministry Team: Trustee Ministry
Chairperson: Trustee Catherine Mills
Ministry Team: Church Treasurer
Chairperson: Trustee Van Samuel
Ministry Team: Men’s Fellowship Ministry
Chairperson: Ron Stanley, Jr.
Ministry Team: Sanctuary Choir
Chairperson: Sis Denise Graham
Ministry Team: Golden Circle Singers
Chairperson: Deacon James Deming
Ministry Team: Music Ministry
Chairperson: Deacon Lionel Petty
Ministry Team: Media Ministry
Mission Statement: The Mount Olive Media Ministry exists to present a clear and practical application of the Word of God, to edify the Church, encourage the Saints, evangelize the world, and expand the Kingdom of God, one conversion at a time."
Chairperson. Deacon Paul L. Petty
Stephan Hall
Trustee Joseph McNeil
Sandra Samuel
Ministry Team: Flower/Helping Hand Ministry
Chairperson: Sis Deborah Brisbon
Ministry Team: Scholarship Ministry
Chairperson: Trustee Catherine Mills
Ministry Team: Unified Ushers Ministry
Chairperson: Sis. Annetta Austin
Ministry Team: Senior Ministry
Chairperson: Deaconess Katherine McCray
Ministry Team: Building Fund Ministry
Chairperson: Deacon James McCray Sr
Ministry Team: Church Clerks
Sis Deborah Brisbon, Clerk
Deaconess Dorothy Humes, Asst Church Clerk
Sis Donna Valentine, Calendar Clerk
Ministry Team: Women’s Day
Chairperson: Sis. Annetta Austin
Ministry Team: Junior Usher Ministry(currently inactive)
Chairperson:
Ministry Team: Men’s Day
Chairperson: Trustee Van Samuel
Ministry Team: Audio/Visual/Tape Ministry
Chairperson: Deacon Lionel Petty
Ministry Team: Pastor Aid Ministry
Chairperson: Sis Deborah Brisbon
Ministry Team: Missionary Ministry(currently inactive)
Chairperson:
Youth and Young Adults Ministries
Ministry Team: Youth Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Lead children to develop a personal relationship with God and share it with others.
Notes: - The youth lead the 10:45 praise & worship and 11 am. worship services on the third Sunday of each month. Meetings are held on the second & third Saturdays at 11 am.
Chairperson: Mr. Christopher Richardson
Ministry Team: Young Adult Ministry
Primary Vision Focus: Provide development, fellowship, and service opportunities for young adults
Ministry Team: Youth Choir
Director: Sis. Dorthea Samuel
Special Activities Ministries
Ministry Team: Church Anniversary Committee
Primary Vision Focus: Plan and execute church anniversary activities
Chairperson: Trustee John Willis
Ministry Team: Fall Festival
Primary Vision Focus: Alternative to going trick or treating. Food, games, and candy bags are provided for the youth.
Chairperson: Trustee John Willis
Ministry Team: Church Picnic
Primary Vision Focus: (Every September). To come together for food, games, fellowship, and fun.
Chairperson: Trustee John Willis
Ministry Team: Senior Citizen Day Ministry
Chairperson: Deaconess Katherine McCray
Ministry Team: Revival Ministry
Chairperson: Sis Dorthea Samuel
Ministry Team: Officer’s Day
Chairperson: Deacon Charles Samuel