Are you looking for a place to connect with others? Would you like to learn more about the Christian faith or dig deeper into a study of The Bible? This is the place for you! We're glad you're here. Mount of Olives offers many classes, Bible studies and events designed to help you on your journey.
Ministries & Programs
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'The Chosen' Bible Study
The Chosen Bible Study will meet Thursdays, beginning May 25th from 6:30pm-8:00pm in the New Creation Center - for 8 weeks. All are welcome to register and attend.
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Bible study event based on the Groundbreaking, Crowd Funded Streaming TV Series, "The Chosen." Join us as we embark on an 8 week Bible Study designed to be used in conjunction with The Chosen Streaming TV series about the life of Jesus.
Each week we’ll watch a new episode, starting with Season 1 , Episode 1 and experience scriptures from the Old & New testaments brought to life on screen in a deeply impactful and relatable way. If you miss a week – NO WORRIES, you can download the APP “The Chosen” for FREE on your Smart Phone, Tablet, or Smart TV and never fall behind.
Whether you’re a long-time fan of “The Chosen” or you’re just starting to discover the series, we’d love to have you join us for this exciting study program. Each week we'll watch an episode, then discuss, and as time allows we’ll follow some questions from “The Chosen” Bible Study booklet which takes a deep dive into scriptures from each episode.
Questions or want to purchase your own copy of the The Bible Study booklet for season 1?
Contact:
Jessica Jensen, Community & Groups Coordinator
Silvia Hoekstra, The Chosen Bible Study volunteer leader -
Cursillo
Cursillo weekends are special weekends that give you a unique time to experience God and His love in meaningful ways. Each weekend begins at 4:00pm on Thursday and ends on Sunday late-afternoon. Cursillo Weekends are for everyone! If you have questions about the weekend or would like to attend, email Robin Horton at rhorton@moochurch.org or Pastor Jim Reynen at jreynen@moochurch.org.
Next Cursillo Weekends in 2023:
October Men's Weekend: October 5-8
October Women's Weekend: October 12-15
Return applications to the Church Office. They can be downloaded here and are available in the Church Office.
More about Cursillo:
Cursillo is a four day weekend retreat offered several time a year. Men and women attend on separate weekends where they hear from several speakers and participate in planned activities and meals. Cursillo is designed to strengthen and renew your faith so you can experience God's Grace.
The retreats are attended by members of Lutheran congregations throughout Southern California. Mount of Olives regularly sends first-time pilgrim attendees as well as leaders and weekend volunteers.Requirements to attend a Cursillo Weekend:
You must be a baptized member in good standing at a Lutheran church. You will be paired with a sponsor who has previously attended Cursillo and must be endorsed by your Pastor. If you are married, both husband and wife must attend the Cursillo weekends paired together.
Contact Pastor Jim Reynen with questions about Cursillo.
Volunteer to serve at a Cursillo Weekend!
If you've previously attended a Cursillo weekend and would like to apply to serve, complete this application and return it to the Church Office.
Download Application to Serve at Cursillo
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Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University
Take control of your money with Financial Peace University (FPU)! This nine-lesson course uses biblical wisdom and common sense to help you tackle budgeting, pay off debt, and make your money work for you! FPU includes your member workbook and a year of free online resources through Financial Peace Membership.
What is Financial Peace University? It is the class that teaches you how: to Pay off debt, Budget, Save Money, Give Generously.
Next on-campus offering TBD
Online courses available on FPU website for individual use or Small Group study.
Sign up online and learn to change your money and change your life! (You can also complete FPU independently or with your Small Group online.)
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Digging Deeper Bible Study
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GenMix Events
These events are intended to be a catalyst for connection among adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s with a focus on fun, fellowship and creating meaningful relationships in Christian Community at Mount of Olives Church.
Upcoming Events:
- June 10, 5:00-7:30pm - Bunco Night! - Register Now
You're invited to make connections in Christian Community. Join us for a fun night - we'll teach you to play Bunco, plus enjoy food, drinks, beer and wine at Mount of Olives Church in the New Creation Center (building nearest rear parking lot). Nursery Care available with pre-registration.
- Next Event - TBA
Questions? Contact Jessica Jensen, Community & Groups Coordinator
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Grief Recovery Workshop
This workshop is designed for all forms of grief/loss: death, miscarriage, divorce, job loss, financial loss, relocation, estrangement from family, etc. Spring & Fall workshops typically offered .
More than 50 people from Mount of Olives have previously completed this Grief Recovery Workshop and found it to be helpful in dealing with loss.
Program led by Certified Grief Recovery Specialists and Mount of Olives Church Members, Karen Carson & Karen Wilkinson.
Most Recent Program Offered Thursdays, March 9 - April 27, 2023
Offered in the Spring & Fall each year.
Pre-Registration is Required.
Contact Karen Carson to Learn More and Register for upcoming workshops: 949-874-2996 or carsonkaren@mac.com.
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Meals That Heal
Do you know someone who is home recovering from surgery or just had a baby; perhaps someone home-bound who could use a meal delivered, or whose caregiver could use a much needed break?
Please notify the church office, we have a team who would like to help: info@moochurch.org
If you're interested in helping prepare and deliver meals to those in need, contact the church office, and we'll put you in touch with this volunteer team's volunteer leader: info@moochurch.org
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Team World Vision
A team representing Mount of Olives Church runs with Team World Vision in the OC Half Marathon each May.
Team World Vision has created an easy couch-to-course training program that enables all people (no matter what shape they are in or what their age may be) to successfully complete the run. Plus, you're not alone! When training is done as a team, there is built-in accountability and everyone wins. Many of our team members are first-time runners and walkers.
The Couch-to-course training program begins the first week of January - this program is a perfect way to do something good for those in need in the name of the Lord and have accountability from your team members.
Since 2017, the team from Mount of Olives has raised over $100,000 providing life-changing clean water for for over 1,900 people - Well done! Learn more about the Mount of Olives Team's Impact.
The new team begins training each year in January.
Plus - check out this powerful video from Team World Vision
