The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)
Mt. Olive Lutheran Church is a member of the ELCA.
A community of faith that shares a passion for making positive changes in the world. Our faith is built around a strong belief in God as made known to us in Jesus Christ. Through worship, service, and education, we practice our faith, grow our relationship with God and experience God's grace in our lives. We also work hard to put our faith into action. In today’s complex world, we strive to make a difference in practical, realistic ways. With more than 10,000 congregations across the U.S., Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, and 4.2 million members—the ELCA welcomes you to experience this church right in your community. Explore the ELCA, and help celebrate the gift of faith—with action.
Learn More: elca.org
Lutheran World Relief
Mt. Olive supports Lutheran World Relief.
Lutheran World Relief (LWR) is an international nonprofit organization specializing in international development, poverty and disaster relief. LWR promotes sustainable development by helping communities increase the quality of life, engage in Fair Trade, and be better equipped to handle emergencies.
Mt. Olive helps LWR provide necessary resources and support through Fair Trade Coffee holiday sales with our youth group, sewing Mission Quilts with our Samaritan Sewers group and running service projects to assemble school kits, personal care kits and baby care kits.
Learn More: lwr.org
Southwest California Synod, ELCA
Mt. Olive is part of the Southwest California Synod.
The ELCA's Southern Californian Synod has 127 Congregations in its jurisdiction. This ecclesiastical council is strong and focused on a number of synod mission goals:
- The Development of New Congregations
- The Transformation of Congregations
- The Re-Rooting of Congregations in their Neighborhoods
- "Equipping Leaders for Mission" program development.
- Intentional Outreach to Children, Youth, and Young Adults
- Intentional Outreach to the Ethnic-Special Populations of our Synod
- Intentional Outreach to the Diverse Populations of our Communities
Learn More: socalsynod.org
Lutheran Retreats, Camps and Conferences
Each year, Mt. Olive participates in LRCC retreats
at El Camino Pines!
Lutheran Retreats, Camps and Conferences offer Lutheran Christian Camping and retreat programs for all ages at two main sites, El Camino Pines and Yolijwa, as well as off-site high adventure opportunities. Their Lutheran outdoor ministry offers refreshing, faith-enriching retreat experiences by creating dynamic Christian community, rewarding educational opportunities and outdoor relaxation from the routine and hectic pace of life.
Learn More: lrcchome.com
Lutheran Social Services of Southern California
Mt. Olive is active in helping
LSS Community Care Centers
Lutheran Social Services Community Care Centers serve in communities to help underserved children, disadvantaged families, homeless, the abused, elderly and developmentally challenged.
Learn More: lsssc.org