Mount Olive Church of God

Mt. Olive Church of God, also known as Mt. Olive Ministries, is a church in Cleveland, Tennessee, associated with the Church of God denomination.

The church's mission is "to reach a city, a county, a country and literally around the world". Mt. Olive is also known as "A Church to Come Home To." It claims to be "one of the fastest growing churches in the denomination."[1]

Pastoral staff

The Senior Pastor of Mt. Olive is Pastor Gary W. Sears, who has served the church since 1990. He has also served on the denomination's Council of Eighteen as well as several other positions in the denomination. Pastoral Staff includes:

Name
James Sears Associate Pastor & Family Ministries
Steve Pigg Church Administrator
Dr. Paul Lee Pastoral Care
Team Women's Ministry
Russell Hall Student Pastor
Nick Haas Middle School Pastor
Hillary May Children's Pastor
Andrew Sapp Director of Media Ministries
Brian Shaw Minister of Music

Music Department

Under the direction of Brian and Jamie Shaw, the Mt. Olive Ministries choir continues to be one of the leading choirs which is known for its commitment to lead the congregation into the presence of the Lord each Sunday.

LivingH2o Student Ministries

Mt. Olive has a student ministry named Living H2o Student Ministries. Lh2o often hosts outreaches, either stand-alone or partnered with the church. Lh2o is divided into two areas of ministry, 1-Middle school students and 2-High School students. They are involved in many activities and ministries; they meet each Wednesday night at 7pm.

His Word Studios

HWS is a ministry that touches, disciples and raises kids to a new level. This ministry utilizes drama each Sunday to teach kids about Jesus. It has a staff of volunteers who participate on a regular basis. Hillary May is a graduate of Lee University and serves as the NEW director of the ministry.

Women's Ministry

A team of ladies lead Women's Ministry at Mt. OLive. This team raises ministry to a new level. Several classes are offered for the development and spiritual experience at Mt. Olive.

Pastoral Care

Literally the phrase 24/7/365 describes this ministry. Dr. Paul L. Lee guides a team that offers compassion, care and counseling to this ministry. They make a difference in the lives of this church family.

Operation Kindness

Pastor James Sears has a team that believes random acts of kindness is the key tool to evangelism. On a regular basis they are involved in acts of kindness to show the love of Christ.

OK Kids

One of the most remarkable ministries that changes the lives of single parent families. Each year this team gives gifts to kids who are enrolling in school. They give supplies for school, clothes, medical check-ups and many other things to get kids ready for school.

Freedom Celebration

This annual event hosted by Mt. Olive Ministries is a gift back to the community. It is a family event on the Sunday nearest July 4 and offers food, music, rides, entertainment throughout the afternoon. The best fireworks show in the county begins at dark, and has been attended by thousands each year.

References

  1. ↑ City of Cleveland.retrieved Dec. 22, 2006

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