Celebrating 14 Years of Pastoral Leadership
Olivet Baptist Church joyfully invites you to join us as we celebrate the 14th Pastoral Anniversary of Pastor John L. Smith, Senior Servant.
Our anniversary theme is “Jesus Is Ordering Olivet’s Steps,” inspired by Psalm 37:23:
“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and he delighteth in his way.”
Come help us thank God for Pastor Smith’s faithful leadership and celebrate what the Lord has done through his ministry at Olivet.
Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, October 4, 2026
10:45 a.m.
Olivet Baptist Church
3101 S. Martin Luther King Drive
Chicago, IL 60616
Livestream and teleconference participation will also be available. To join by telephone, call (202) 926-1115 and enter access code 574125.
Celebration Brunch
An Anniversary Celebration Brunch and reception will be held after the service.
Adult tickets: $35
Children under 12: $15
Carryout meals will be available if circumstances require.
Anniversary Offering
Members and friends are invited to honor Pastor Smith’s 14 years of service by contributing toward the $100 anniversary offering. Gifts may be submitted through any of the following methods:
- Give by cash or check during the anniversary celebration or mail your gift to:Olivet Baptist Church
3101 S. Martin Luther King Drive
Chicago, IL 60616 - Give online at www.olivetchicago.org.
- Give through the Givelify mobile app.
- Give through Zelle using GIVE2OBC@GMAIL.COM.
We invite the entire Olivet family, former members, friends, and community partners to worship, celebrate, and give thanks with us. Let us come together to honor Pastor John L. Smith and praise God for continuing to order Olivet’s steps.
For additional information, call 312-528-0124 or email olivetbaptistchurch.chicago@gmail.com.