The classes and programs listed here are the ones that reoccur at a set time, but there's a whole lot more going on at Olivet. To see a full list of our upcoming events, or to find out exactly when things are scheduled, take a look at our events page.
**Please note that, due to COVID-19, many of these programs are on hold, or are taking place online only. You can read more about our adaptations to the pandemic here.**
Classes
These classes are for anyone who wants to explore God's Word and talk about what it means to live according to its teachings.
When: every other Wednesday from 8:00 - 9:00 pm
Where: online, via Zoom
Host: Rev. Jared Buss
This class gives participants a chance to discuss topics related to life and spiritual growth, and to learn from the Word and from each other.
When: every other Friday from 8:00 - 9:30 pm
Where: the church lobby
Host: Rev. Jared Buss
This is a discussion-based exploration of the Bible. The format is very simple: we read a little bit, and then talk about the reading. We treat the Word as a guidebook for our lives; our goal is not simply to understand it, but to understand why God gave it to us and what He's asking us to do. If you're interested in joining a class, but aren't sure which one, then this is a good place to start.
When: twice a month on Thursdays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Where: the church lobby
Host: Rev. Michael Cowley
**As an adaptation to COVID-19, this class is currently being offered online**
This class is very similar to the Scripture Study class, except that instead of the Bible, it explores the teachings of the New Church.
When: once a month on a Wednesday from 6:30 -9:00 pm
Where: the church hall
Speaker: either Rev. Cowley or Rev. Buss
If you're interested in a deep study of New Church teachings, preceded by a catered dinner, then this is the event for you! The class takes the form of a presentation by one of the pastors on a subject of his choosing (often a topical one), followed by a chance for questions and discussion.
When: once a month on a Sunday from 12:00-1:00 pm
Where: the library
Host: a volunteer youth teacher
This class offers middle school students a chance to get together with their peers and a youth teacher to talk about today's issues in light of the church's teachings.
When: once a month on a Sunday from 12:00-1:00 pm
Where: the pastor's office
Host: either Rev. Cowley or Rev. Buss
This class offers high school students a chance to get together with their peers and a pastor to talk about today's issues in light of the church's teachings.
Programs and Events
These are just a few of our connection-and-community oriented offerings.
When: once a month on a Sunday immediately after church
Where: the church hall
Good food is one of the best tools for building happy communities. Potlucks are a fun social event for the whole family; everyone simply heads down to the church hall after worship, and then they eat!
When: twice a year
Where: various New Church congregations in Ontario and the northeastern US
This is one of our most exciting programs: teens from Canada and the US are invited to gather at a church somewhere in the Great Lakes region for a weekend of fun, religious discussion, and community service. These weekend events are held twice a year, in the spring and in the fall.