Local Ministries
American Baptist Women
American Baptist Women meet the second Wednesday of each month to complete service projects.
Bible Study
Pastor Ken hosts a weekly Bible study on Thursday nights.
Sunday school classes also offer a good opportunity for Bible study.
Impact Ministry
On the second Saturday of each month, the Impact Ministry provides meals, visitation, prayer, and scripture reading to our shut-ins and those who are ill and need encouragement.
Men’s Ministry
The men’s ministry hosts breakfasts that provide opportunities for fellowship. Participants also raise money and offer their time to support service projects for local families in need.
Music Ministries
Olive Branch is blessed with many talented musicians.
- Adult Choir
- The adult choir sings from October through May. The choir meets for practice Wednesday night and Sunday morning (between Sunday school and church).
- Praise and Worship Team
- The Praise and Worship Team kicks off the worship service every Sunday with a mix of traditional and contemporary Christian music.
Other Local Ministries
We respond to the needs of the community as they arise.
Pastor’s Book Club
Pastor Ken hosts a quarterly book club, including discussions and fellowship.
Prayer Meetings
We believe in the power of prayer and meet regularly throughout the week for prayer.
Showering Blessing Ministry
The Showering Blessing Ministry is held on the third Saturday of each month, when we open the church doors to distribute clothing, toiletries, and other necessities to our neighbors in need in Smithton, Jacobs Creek, and Van Meter areas.
VBS
We host a VBS program for children one week each summer.