A packed house showed up Sunday for the grand re-opening of the edifice of the Mt. Olive Baptist Church. The new edifice seats 350. This is the third time the congregation has built an edifice under Pastor Oliver Billups, Jr.…
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Mt. Olivet to open third new edifice in 30 years in Sunday evening worship
One of Monroe’s most historic and beloved sanctuaries will once again open its doors, marking a triumphant chapter in the life of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and its unwavering congregation. The grand reopening ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, January 19, 2025,…
Mt. Olivet still meeting strong; new edifice in the works!
The Mt. Olivet Baptist Church congregation is still meeting every Sunday even though members are meeting in the church educational building. Those who pass by the Swayze Street address may be surprised by the empty slab, but it only means…
Mt. Olivet roof collapses, weakened by snow storm
One of Monroe’s largest church sanctuaries is in shambles today after its roof collapsed. The Reverend Oliver Billups, Jr, pastor of the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, said the church’s roof collapsed this week causing considerable damage. Rev. Billups said the…