Allow me to be the first to welcome you to our website. Mount Olivet Baptist Church is located in Westchester County in the heart of historic Peekskill, New York. We are a 21st Century Church that was formed in 1893 by five faithful servants. Here at MOBC, as it is affectionately called, we open our doors, our arms and our hearts to all and we invite you to fellowship with us. Consider this visit your personal invitation. There is no RSVP required and you may bring as many guests as you like. When you arrive, please let our hospitality greeters know that you are my special guest.

MOBC is an exciting, contemporary, yet traditional church whose purpose is to empower people with knowledge and understanding of who God is. Go ahead, start browsing the website. Learn more about the church, the pastor and the many ministries that are available. Be sure to check out the podcasts (insert link) and download them to your iPod. For Cablevision subscribers living in the Peekskill-Cortlandt area, please tune in to the Higher Ground Ministry on Mondays at 9:30pm & 10:00pm on Channel 15. I'm certain that after browsing this site and worshipping with us, you will conclude that there is something at MOBC for everyone.

Thank you for visiting our website; and I look forward to meeting you in person during your visit to MOBC.

Peace & blessings,

Our History
On a day in 1893, five founding members, who recognized the need for a church, gathered to construct their vision of creating a place of worship that would not only be accessible to the community but one whose foundation would be erected upon a sense of kindred spirit. After many heartfelt prayers this institution would later be known as Mount Olivet Baptist Church. Devotion services were held at a storefront on Main Street, pastored by Reverend Henry Melvin Limas. As membership grew and the Holy Spirit moved, services were moved to a rented hall on Nelson Avenue. The visualization of our founding fathers and Reverend Limas’ would soon come to fruition as seven succeeding pastors, armed with purpose; would build upon a dream and transform it into a reality.

Mount Olivet Baptist church, founded on the belief of reconstructing and renewing minds through the teaching and preaching of the word of God had now become an integral force, and strong power in the community. Mount Olivet has always been acknowledged as a community outreach ministry. Many revere Mount Olivet as a learning center, a home, a rock in the midst of storms and that stronghold amidst turbulent times.

Overcoming challenges, adversities, and periods without a pastor, Mount Olivet remained community focused. Continuing to stand on the forefront for the citizens of Peekskill, the greater good of humankind, Mount Olivet fought for and towards the issues that plagued the community.

In addition to their commanding presence and captivating sermons; Carl B. Taylor, Reverend G. Franklin, and Reverend Mark Churn, were also celebrated for their community activism. Reverend Taylor was active in the Civil Rights era and organized peace marches. He was one of the first black males to be on the Peekskill School Board. Reverend Wiggins was regarded as a great humanitarian and leader; who built a legacy of discipleship. During Reverend Wiggins’ tenure the Mount Olivet Housing Corporation was formed. He was significant in giving to worthy causes including missions, education and excavation in Africa. Reverend Churn, Mount Olivet’s 13th Pastor was an extraordinary teacher and youth organizer. Among his many accomplishments he is celebrated for transforming the praise and ministry experience at Mount Olivet to vibrant and relevant.

Under the leadership of Mount Olivet’s 14th Pastor, Reverend Dr. Adolphus C. Lacey continues to forge forward with a sense of urgency, expounding on the ideas and principles of his predecessors. An intellectual, educator, innovator, and intergenerational ambassador, Dr. Lacey understands that during these troubled times it is imperative that God’s people not forget from whence cometh their strength. Charismatic, courageous, and winning souls for Christ, Dr. Lacey stands defiantly on the battlefield for the Lord. Bending but dare not breaking. Equipped with full body armor and a fresh unique message for God’s people, Dr. Lacey’s vision takes Mount Olivet to a greater level of service and sacrifice.

Dr. Lacey embraces the principles of the Prayer of Jabez. He strongly believes that God will enlarge Mount Olivet’s territory; reaching out to individuals beyond the walls of Peekskill. It is Dr. Lacey’s prayer that Mount Olivet will be able to tap into resources and souls throughout Westchester County, including the poor, sick, wounded, and afflicted. Encompassing the young, old, white and black; bridging the color gaps among God’s people, creating a beloved community. 

Mount Olivet Celebrates a New Season of excellence, grace, vision, and God’s love. A church founded on the teaching and preaching of God’s word, one hundred and twelve years later, Mount Olivet continues to be a key player in spreading the Gospel of Christ to the people of Peekskill and beyond.