Mount Olive Baptist Church, Austin, TX

Mount Olive Baptist Church, Austin, TX The Olive Branch "Where GOD is the audience, not us." http://www.mtolivebcaustin.org/ Under the inspired leadership of its first Pastor, Reverend James H. J.

Mount Olive Baptist Church was organized through the divine providence of God Almighty, on March 3, 1889, during an old fashioned camp meeting held on the campus of Huston-Tillotson University. Harold, the first church edifice was built at 1103 East 4th Street; in a section then called “Mason Town.” Mason Town, one of Austin’s earliest African American settlements, was named for the Ralph Mason Fa

mily who owned most of the property in the area. The Church prospered and grew under the leadership of Pastor Harold for a period of 46 years until his demise in 1935. The next six years, Reverend Anthony H. Brown provided pastoral leadership during which period the Church was relocated to 1113 Leona Street; behind Blackshear Elementary School. Having been moved to a new location and a new building, the name “New Mount Olive” was coined by its members, although its charter was never changed to legalize the name. The Church remains today as originally named, Mount Olive Baptist Church. Reverend L. Griffin became the third pastor and served for two years rounding out the first fifty-four years of Mount Olive History. In October 1945, during the years of world turmoil and the unrest of World War II, God called one of His mightiest warriors, the Reverend Herbert A. Sneed. Reverend Sneed became pastor and successfully doubled the membership while yet maintaining the “old flavor” of spirituality. As a result of his inspiration the Church drew many students from the nearby Huston-Tillotson College. Reverend Sneed remodeled the building and added classrooms, pastor’s study and a fellowship hall. God continued to bless Mount Olive spiritually and financially and it soon became evident that the Church had outgrown its facilities. Pastor Sneed, having a dreamed of someday moving the Church from behind Blackshear Elementary School, was given a divine vision of our present site at Eleventh and Salina Streets. God then gave him the strength and integrity to make that dream a reality. Thanks be to God!!! Innovative programs developed under Reverend Sneed included a Music Department that was second to none and well known for its singing--a 65 Voice Radio Choir was organized and the Church radio broadcast could be heard every Sunday evening at ten o’clock over KVET Radio. Its theme song was “It’s My Desire to Be Like The Lord.” To enhance the Music Department, a Baldwin Organ; the first for the Church; was purchased and Junior and Youth Adult Choirs were added. Also under Reverend Sneed the Youth Department not only grew in number, but in enthusiasm. Through its singing as a Youth Choir and its dramatic plays, the Youth Department performed locally and statewide; touching the hearts of many. Pastor Sneed also encouraged the involvement of the young people of Huston-Tillotson University.

05/24/2026

Join Pastor Carter and the Mount Olive Church Family every Sunday at 10:10 am for Sunday School review and Morning Worship at 10:30 am. For more information, connect with us at www.mtolivebcaustin.org. Please be sure to share these videos with your friends and family and invite them to SUBSCRIBE to our channel on YouTube for great weekly content.

On Sunday, April 26th at 3pm, the Mount Olive church family will travel to the Chapel Church in Taylor to celebrate the...
04/24/2026

On Sunday, April 26th at 3pm, the Mount Olive church family will travel to the Chapel Church in Taylor to celebrate the 14th anniversary of Pastor Johnny and Sis. Carol Spence. Pastor Carter is the speaker of the hour. We invite all members and friends to join us at 3pm. The address is 612 E. MLK Jr Blvd in Taylor.

The Mount Olive Baptist Church joyfully invites the Austin community to join us in celebrating a very special occasion—t...
04/15/2026

The Mount Olive Baptist Church joyfully invites the Austin community to join us in celebrating a very special occasion—the 26th Pastoral Anniversary of Pastor Richard E. Carter and First Lady Ruthie Carter.

Throughout the month of May and culminating on the first Sunday in June, we will come together in gratitude and praise as we honor the faithful, God-given leadership of Pastor and First Lady Carter. Their years of dedicated service, spiritual guidance, and unwavering commitment have been a true blessing to our church and the greater community.

We welcome all to join us for this time of celebration, worship, and fellowship as we give thanks for 26 years of impactful ministry.

Come celebrate with us—we look forward to seeing you!

02/14/2026
01/25/2026

Thank you for joining us today and worshiping with us virtually during this Special edition of Mount Olive LIVE. We pray that something said or sung has been a blessing to you.
If you would like to give, you may do so securely online through our church website, or you are welcome to bring your offering with you next Sunday when we gather again in person.
Most importantly, please remain safe—limit unnecessary travel, stay warm, and follow all safety guidance provided by our city and county officials.
Church family, we look forward to worshiping together again in-person on Communion Sunday, February 1st. Until then, stay warm, stay safe, and stay encouraged.
God bless!

01/25/2026

MOUNT OLIVE LIVE - January 25, 2026 / Join Pastor Carter and the Mount Olive Church Family every Sunday at 10:10 am for Sunday School review and Morning Worship at 10:30 am. For more information, connect with us at www.mtolivebcaustin.org. Please be sure to share these videos with your friends and family and invite them to SUBSCRIBE to our channel on YouTube for great weekly content.

Mount Olive Church Family,As you know, the City of Austin and surrounding areas are under a Winter Storm Warning and an ...
01/24/2026

Mount Olive Church Family,

As you know, the City of Austin and surrounding areas are under a Winter Storm Warning and an Extreme Cold Warning for this upcoming weekend, January 24–25, 2026, as an Arctic cold front moves through Central Texas.

Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the safety of our members, families, and friends, 9:30a.m. Sunday School and our 10:30 a.m. Worship Service on Sunday, January 25th are canceled.

In lieu of our in-person service, we will share a special pre-recorded worship service that will be available on our church Website, Facebook, and YouTube. I encourage you to tune in and worship with us virtually.

Most importantly, please remain safe, limit unnecessary travel, and follow all safety guidance provided by our city and county officials.

Lord willing, we look forward to worshiping together again on Sunday, February 1st. Until then, stay warm, stay safe, and stay encouraged.

With love and concern,
Pastor Richard E. Carter

01/12/2026

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Save the Date:

St. John Regular Baptist District Association
Reverend Dr. A.W. Anthony Mays, Moderator

Mid-Winter Institute Revival
January 13-15, 2026; 6:30 p.m. nightly

Sermonizer
Reverend Dr. Tellis Chapman

Host Church
St. James Missionary Baptist Church
3417 E Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Austin
Reverend Dr. B.W. McClendon Sr., - Host Pastor

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1800 E 11th Street
Austin, TX
78702

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 2pm
Sunday 8am - 2pm

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