Mount Olive Baptist Church

About this church

Mount Olive Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., is a historic African American Baptist congregation that dates to 1873. It meets at 1140 6th Street NE in the NoMa neighborhood, just steps from Capitol Hill. Sunday begins with breakfast at 8 a.m., followed by Sunday School from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. with classes from two-year-olds through seniors, and worship at 10:45 a.m. Preaching is described as clear and expository, and the music is mostly traditional. The third Sunday is led by youth, first Sundays include Holy Communion, and baptisms are held on fourth Sundays.

Wednesday prayer at 6:30 p.m. and Bible study at 7 p.m. are held over Zoom. Ministries are grouped under administration, worship, instruction, fellowship, and evangelism, and include Sunday School, a youth and young adult ministry, men's and women's fellowships, a senior ministry, music, and a culinary ministry. Some attendees wear suits and ties, but casual dress is fine. Parking is on the street and requires parallel parking, so drivers should watch for bike lanes. The church is under a ten-minute walk from the NoMa-Gallaudet U Metro station, and an elevator serves the lower sanctuary entrance. Confirm times on the website before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Service times and weekly schedule · Visitor details, parking, transit · Ministries overview

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