Mount Olive’s sanctuary has been a place of worship, comfort, and praise for generations. Now, it’s time to renew and brighten this space so it continues to reflect God’s glory and welcome every heart that walks through its doors.
Proposed Timeline
Frequently Asked Questions
What is “God’s House, Our Home”?
For quite some time, Mount Olive has prayerfully considered ways to update and enhance our facility. These improvements include enhanced lighting and flooring, updated seating, a welcoming space for parents with young children, and improved school security.
Our goal is straightforward: to create a worship space that glorifies God and provides comfort, beauty, and safety for all who gather here. That’s why our theme is “God’s House, Our Home.”
This campaign will also allow us to retire the remaining “Forward in Faith” debt ahead of schedule—saving the congregation money and helping us look confidently to the future.
Why move ahead with a capital campaign during a season of change within our church?
Mount Olive has been faithfully working through a coordinated, 20-year master plan for our ministry and facilities. This project is the final step in that plan—bringing it to completion and positioning us for the next chapter of ministry.
When will Mount Olive make the final decision on the renovation plan?
The scope of the project will be discussed at the congregation’s voters’ meeting on December 18th at 7:00 p.m.
What will we do with the old pews, furnishings, etc.?
We will attempt to find buyers for them.
Will there be opportunities for volunteers to assist in the project?
The Building Committee is coordinating opportunities to assist with demolition, painting, and remodeling work. These efforts will help defer the cost of the renovation.
How will we ensure the renovation doesn’t lose our church’s character?
The design team is committed to honoring the church’s history by retaining the stained glass windows and wood panelling, while also creating a brighter, more functional space, with the cross prominently displayed.
Past Project Updates
11/29/25: Every Mount Olive family will receive A SPECIAL ENVELOPE containing information about the God’s House, Our Home project (picked up in person or mailed). In it, you’ll find a link to watch this video, plus a pledge form for supporting the sanctuary renovation. Please return your pledge envelope to the box in the narthex by December 7. Answers to a list of Frequently Asked Questions from the Mount Olive Family Forums are available here (last updated 12/01/25) or in the narthex.
12/11/25: The estimated cost of the proposed sanctuary remodel (including the retirement of FIF2 debt) is $2.1 million. As of 12/10/25, the total amount pledged to GHOH is $1,093,893.37. If all components of the project cannot be funded, the congregation will need to determine which elements to prioritize. Your input is important. Please share your feedback by filling out the brief survey here > Paper copies of the survey are available in the narthex. Please complete your survey by December 17, if possible. We are still accepting pledges, find the online pledge form here >