The Way

The Way The Way is an alternative worship experience at Mount Olivet United Methodist Church in Arlington, VA

It's almost Easter Sunday! ☀️ We hope you'll join Mount Olivet for any of our 3 worship services and for Easter breakfa...
04/04/2026

It's almost Easter Sunday! ☀️ We hope you'll join Mount Olivet for any of our 3 worship services and for Easter breakfast! (Register now if you haven't already: tinyurl.com/rvxm449d ) Outdoor activities have been canceled due to inclement weather.

☀️ PLUS! We are excited to report that Mount Olivet has passed our fire and building inspection this week and we will OPEN THE DOORS on Easter Sunday! 🥳

The congregation will be able to enter the gathering space at the 16th Street or Glebe Road doors and have access to the elevator.

Given that we are still cleaning and moving into the spaces over the next week, we will only open the gathering space on Easter and coffee service will be outside of the preschool doors on the opposite side of the sanctuary.

🌸 We will fully open the doors, with cake and coffee, and have a blessing of our restored spaces on Sunday, April 19.

🌸 We will also have a grand opening for the congregation and our neighbors on Saturday, May 2.

Please stay tuned for more information about these celebrations. After three years of restoration, we are so excited to finally share the spaces with you. Thank you again for all of your patience, emotional and financial support, and prayers during the long rebuilding process.

Thank you and see you tomorrow!

This Sunday, March 8, our guest preacher will be Rev. Lan Davis Wilson. Rev. Wilson was appointed the Director of Belong...
03/05/2026

This Sunday, March 8, our guest preacher will be Rev. Lan Davis Wilson. Rev. Wilson was appointed the Director of Belonging and Advocacy of the Virginia Conference on July 1, 2025. In this role, Wilson will lead the charge in developing and implementing accountability structures for intersectional justice, equity, and inclusion in all facets of the Virginia Conference as well as define and direct advocacy and intersectional justice and equity initiatives across the Conference, at all levels, doing so in leadership and partnership with the Bishop, Cabinet, Conference Office, Districts, local churches, general agencies, and the connectional structures of The United Methodist Church.

‍“I believe the work of belonging isn’t just about inclusion—it’s about transformation — and that’s what I believe keeps us near the cross,” Wilson said. “When every person is seen, heard, and valued, the Church becomes more like the kin-dom God calls us to build.”

‍Wilson is a Kentucky native who has been serving in ministry since the age of 10. He most recently served as Associate Director for Diversity and Inclusion in the Indiana Conference. Wilson comes from four generations of pastors and preachers and has traveled the world doing ministry. He is not only a minister and educator, but a trained coach and consultant. He is also a proud father and husband.

Join us on Tuesday, February 17 from 5:30-7 PM for our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper in Fellowship Hall! 🥞 We will be se...
02/16/2026

Join us on Tuesday, February 17 from 5:30-7 PM for our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper in Fellowship Hall! 🥞 We will be serving pancakes and gluten free pancakes, sausage, bacon, fruit and beverages. Shrove Tuesday is the day before Lent and it is tradition to use up rich foods before the 40 day fasting season of Lent. Please sign up here and note any dietary restrictions.

*PS: Ash Wednesday is at Walker Chapel this Wednesday, Feb 18 at 7 PM!

🥞 Sign Up | signupgenius.com/go/4090A4CACAF23A20-62301443-pancake #/

Who killed Zeus? ⚡️ When the Greek gods go undercover in modern-day NYC, only one wise detective can stop chaos from bre...
02/03/2026

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.

⚡️ Reserve Your Tickets! | tinyurl.com/477hu76w

We will have ONE worship service at 11:15 in the Sanctuary (combining both traditional and modern music) and Sunday Scho...
01/29/2026

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 livestreamed 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.

Mount Olivet is closed and all worship services are canceled for Sunday, January 25 due to inclement weather. As you dri...
01/24/2026

Mount Olivet is closed and all worship services are canceled for Sunday, January 25 due to inclement weather. As you drink your hot cocoa and get ready to shovel and play in the snow, please enjoy archived worship services on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/

We'll keep you updated about any further cancellations this week. Stay safe!

12/10/2025

Join us for Christmas Eve at Mount Olivet! ‍
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🥳 Family Worship at 3:30 pm and 5:00 pm in the Sanctuary
No need to worry about wiggle worms here! These are interactive family-friendly services that are sure to engage all ages. ‍

🕯️ Traditional Worship at 6:30 in the Sanctuary
A classic Christmas Eve service complete with the Mount Olivet Choir, Silent Night by candlelight, and communion. ‍

‍⭐️ The Way Modern Worship at 8:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall
A modern, laid-back Christmas Eve service with incredible music and a cozy atmosphere. This is a family-friendly service that will engage all ages!

Invite family, friends, and neighbors for the Live Nativity on the Green with live animals – including a camel – and a r...
12/10/2025

Invite family, friends, and neighbors for the Live Nativity on the Green with live animals – including a camel – and a real baby! 🐪 Start your Christmas week with the Christmas story and hear about the true meaning of Christmas at this beloved tradition. 👼 Join the angels singing on high during interactive carol singing. 🌟 Hot chocolate makes this event great for children and families of all ages. Rain or shine. ALL are welcome!

This Sunday, November 30 is the Annual Advent Party! From 5-7 PM in the Fellowship Hall we'll make crafts that help us c...
11/26/2025

This Sunday, November 30 is the Annual Advent Party! From 5-7 PM in the Fellowship Hall we'll make crafts that help us celebrate the holiday season. All supplies are provided. We will start with a potluck, bring a dish to share if you can! RSVP Today | mountolivetumc.com/events/advent-party

Looking for ways to serve as we enter the holiday season? Here are a few opportunities:Supper and ServiceNovember 5, 202...
11/25/2025

Looking for ways to serve as we enter the holiday season? Here are a few opportunities:

Supper and Service
November 5, 2025 6:00 PM
Join us on Wednesday, November 5 from 6-7 PM for Supper and Service in the Youth Area. We will begin with supper followed by a service activity (packing kits for Community Assistance). Our Community Assistance numbers have increased, so we need lots of help to pack kits.
⭐️ Register | signupgenius.com/go/4090A4CACAF2CA13-54746865-supper/4710073 #/

Candy Collection for Community Assistance
Looking for a way to get your leftover Halloween candy out of your house? If you have an abundance of individually wrapped sweets and snacks, the Community Assistance program welcomes donations to support our November event. Drop your treats in the collection bin in the preschool lobby through November 5th.

Food Drive
During this difficult time for many of our neighbors, help put food on their tables by donating canned goods. Place your items in the basket in the Preschool Lobby. 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

Just Neighbors In-person Volunteers Needed
Just Neighbors, who provides legal services to our immigrant neighbors is in need of volunteers for the month of November! For all in-person clinics, volunteers will assist attorneys with filling out intake packets with clients as well as gathering documentation from clients to make copies for attorneys. For our bilingual speaking slots, we do request a high level of fluency in the specific language. In-person training will be provided at each clinic. Please make sure to arrive on time for the scheduled clinic you register for. ‍
⭐️ Learn more and register | mountolivetumc.com/announcements/just-neighbors-in-person-volunteers-needed

Kid’s Sunday School Kickoff is this Sunday, September 7 from 10 AM -1 PM! Join us out on the playground for crafts, gian...
09/04/2025

Kid’s Sunday School Kickoff is this Sunday, September 7 from 10 AM -1 PM! Join us out on the playground for crafts, giant slide, glitter tattoos, and free donuts from the Good Company Donut Sprinkles truck (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM)! Yum!

Because of our wonderful Community Assistance volunteers, in July we were able to help:💜 369 guests💜 87 first time guest...
08/07/2025

Because of our wonderful Community Assistance volunteers, in July we were able to help:

💜 369 guests

💜 87 first time guests

💜 1,175 total number of individuals in households

💜 96 number of children age 0-5 in households

💜 115 number of children age 6-11 in households

💜 102 number of children age 12-17 in households

💜 318 number of age 60+ in households

💜 26 number of veterans in households

💜 55 number of people on SNAP/EBT assistance

Thanks for your continued support of our Community Assistance Ministry! You are making a difference!

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1500 N Glebe Road
Arlington, VA
22207

Opening Hours

11am - 12pm

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(703) 527-3934

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