Mount of Olives Church

Mission Viejo, CA

12,383 SF Addition

Mount of Olives’ is the first and oldest church in Mission Viejo, CA, a city rich with the culture and influence of the Spanish Mission Era and modern day industry. Located at the southern end of Orange County and close to Laguna Beach, this beautiful building is surrounded by lush, rolling hills, swaying palms, and beautiful building is surrounded by lush, rolling hills, swaying palms, and beautiful homes, a perfect setting for their new facility.

As Mount of Olives’ Church has grown over the years, it has maintained a strong emphasis on children’s ministry. Today, Pastor John Steward, had the vision to turn their existing “Kid City” children’s program into an actual building is so dynamic, it has become a magnet for children who want to return again and again, bringing their parents with them for Sunday worship.

The new BGW 3-story building features a fully equipped kitchen, classrooms, performing arts area and state-of-the-art AVL/stage. Each floor has a different theme with large worship space and interactive 3-D elements, complete with a Toontown, created by Wacky World Studios, for the youngest children, and off-Broadway and Pier 316/beach themes for older children. There is also an 8,000 SF courtyard with an oversized fire pit for family fellowship and events.