Olivia is a 2008 graduate of Bethel University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature & Writing and Biblical & Theological Studies. While at Bethel, she performed editorial work for several on-campus publications and completed an internship at Bethany House Publishers. Olivia also spent time working with various Twin Cities' non-profit organizations, including volunteering as a Kids' Church teacher at Hope Community Church, where she currently worships.

In her spare time, Olivia enjoys traveling, writing, and driving home to Wisconsin to visit her family.

Olivia joined the First Free Church staff in October 2008.