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The Olympia CRC Podcast

The Olympia CRC Podcast

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Select sermons from the teaching ministry of Olympia Christian Reformed Church in Olympia, WA, USA, which reflects core vision and commitment: "We are a community transfixed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are captivated by the idea that his power and presence can be lived out in us. Seeking to love God and and to love others, we will be grace givers and truth tellers, seed planters and risk takers in Olympia and beyond, partnering will all who would advance the kingdom."
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Ascent: the pilgrim psalms (11): Desire – Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

The Olympia CRC PodcastApr 04, 2017

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Until Christ Is Formed In You (4): Suffering - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Until Christ Is Formed In You (4): Suffering - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Our fall series continues with a message from Luke 24:23-25 and 2 Corinthians 4:7-18.
Nov 04, 201826:22
Until Christ Is Formed In You (3): But We Had Hoped - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Until Christ Is Formed In You (3): But We Had Hoped - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Marks opens Luke 24:13-25 and Isaiah 55:1-3 for a message on, in a word, hope.
Nov 03, 201824:29
Until Christ Is Formed In You (2): Hospitality - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Until Christ Is Formed In You (2): Hospitality - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues a new series with a message on Hospitality drawn from Luke 24:13-16 and Hebrews 13:1-3.
Nov 03, 201819:53
Until Christ Is Formed In You (1): On The Road Together - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Until Christ Is Formed In You (1): On The Road Together - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark begins a new series drawing on Luke 24:13-18 and Ephesians 4:1-16.
Nov 03, 201826:41
Marketplace Ministry - Craig Wood

Marketplace Ministry - Craig Wood

Guest speaker Craig Wood brings a message from 1 Peter 4:10 on vocational ministry.
Nov 03, 201826:19
God My Rock - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

God My Rock - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

After the week that was, Pastor Mark preaches from Psalm 62.
Sep 30, 201823:42
Christ Is All (8): Fitting in the Lord - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Christ Is All (8): Fitting in the Lord - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark does the preach from Colossians 3:18-4:1.
Sep 22, 201825:03
Christ Is All (7): Everything in Jesus' Name - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Christ Is All (7): Everything in Jesus' Name - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Our series continues with Pastor Mark's message from Colossians 3:12-17.
Sep 09, 201826:54
Christ Is All (4): Christ In You The Hope of Glory - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Christ Is All (4): Christ In You The Hope of Glory - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Our summer series continues with a message from Pastor Mark from Colossians 1:24-2:5.
Aug 19, 201829:10
Christ Is All (3): Jesus Is Over All - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Christ Is All (3): Jesus Is Over All - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues the summer series with a message from Colossians 1:15-23.
Aug 19, 201825:39
Christ Is All (2): A Prayer For More - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Christ Is All (2): A Prayer For More - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark preaches a message from Colossians 1:9-14 about prayer for more of God, more holiness, more distinctiveness, and more of being Godly people. It is the second message in our summer series.
Aug 06, 201823:17
Christ Is All (1): Faith Love Hope - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Christ Is All (1): Faith Love Hope - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark begins a new series in Colossians, beginning with chapter 1, verses 1-8.
Aug 06, 201825:41
But Daniel Resolved (10): Shine Like the Brightness of the Sky Above - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

But Daniel Resolved (10): Shine Like the Brightness of the Sky Above - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark concludes our series in Daniel with a message from Chapters 10-12, Shine Like the Brightness of the Sky Above.
Jul 23, 201828:48
Guest Message: My Anchor Holds Within the Veil - Lee Barclay

Guest Message: My Anchor Holds Within the Veil - Lee Barclay

Lee Barclay brings a message from Hebrews 6: 13-20 called "My Anchor Holds Within the Veil."
Jul 23, 201827:22
But Daniel Resolved (9): You are Righteous! - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

But Daniel Resolved (9): You are Righteous! - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Would have been a pity to skip Daniel 9 in order to dive into Chapter 10 - that's next week.
Jul 08, 201828:03
But Daniel Resolved (8): The Ancient of Days Takes His Seat - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

But Daniel Resolved (8): The Ancient of Days Takes His Seat - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Our series continues with more from Daniel 7.
Jul 08, 201822:38
But Daniel Resolved (7): He Shut the Mouths of the Lions - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

But Daniel Resolved (7): He Shut the Mouths of the Lions - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Daniel in the lion's den - it's not just a Sunday School story anymore. Pastor Mark continues our series with a message from Daniel 6.
Jun 26, 201822:30
But Daniel Resolved (6): The End of the Party - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

But Daniel Resolved (6): The End of the Party - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues our series in Daniel with a message from chapter 5.
Jun 17, 201829:24
But Daniel Resolved (3): They Trusted in Him: Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

But Daniel Resolved (3): They Trusted in Him: Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark preaches a message from Daniel 3, "They Trusted in Him."
Jun 04, 201826:40
A Grace-full People: Rev. Allen Likkel

A Grace-full People: Rev. Allen Likkel

The Rev. Allen Likkel was our guest speaker, preaching on the church as a grace-full people.
Jun 04, 201827:50
But Daniel Resolved - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

But Daniel Resolved - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark begins a new book series, beginning in Daniel 1.
May 06, 201825:12
Peace Be With You (3): Come and Have Breakfast - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Peace Be With You (3): Come and Have Breakfast - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Our series continues with Pastor Mark's message on John 20. called Come and Have Breakfast.
Apr 29, 201826:16
Peace Be With You (2): Faith and Doubt - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Peace Be With You (2): Faith and Doubt - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues our series in John with a message from John 20:24-31, Faith and Doubt.
Apr 23, 201825:42
Jesus Came & Stood Among Them - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Jesus Came & Stood Among Them - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark preaches on John 20:19-23.
Apr 19, 201824:52
Silver Threads and Golden Needles - Rev. David Snapper

Silver Threads and Golden Needles - Rev. David Snapper

Pastor Snapper, a long-time friend of Olympia CRC, returns with a message on dealing with pain through Christ.
Apr 08, 201833:07
Easter Sunday: Early on the First Day of the Week - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Easter Sunday: Early on the First Day of the Week - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues the study in John with a message for Easter morning from chapter 20, verses 1-18.
Apr 01, 201822:41
Palm Sunday: The Hour Has Come - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Palm Sunday: The Hour Has Come - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark preaches the Palm Sunday story from John 12.

Mar 25, 201823:40
Lent (5): Believe! - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Lent (5): Believe! - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Our series in Lent continues with a message by Pastor Mark from John 2:23-3:16

Mar 18, 201828:11
Lent (4): The Dead Man Came Out - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Lent (4): The Dead Man Came Out - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues our Lent series with a message from John 11.

Mar 15, 201824:10
Lent (3): Are We Blind Too? - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Lent (3): Are We Blind Too? - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark preaches out of John 9 as our Lent series continues.

Mar 15, 201826:23
Lent (2): It Was Dark - Pastor Tom Dykstra

Lent (2): It Was Dark - Pastor Tom Dykstra

Pastor Tom continues our series on Lent with a message from John 6: 6-18, called "It was dark."

Feb 25, 201835:26
Lent (1): Healing at the Pool - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Lent (1): Healing at the Pool - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

With the season of Lent, Pastor Mark transitions to a new series, which continues our study in John (5:1-18) and a message called, "Healing at the Pool."

Feb 18, 201825:19
Gospel of John (5): "The Feast" - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Gospel of John (5): "The Feast" - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

On this Communion Sunday, Pastor Mark continues our series on The Gospel of John with a message from John 6:1-15 on "The Feeding."

Feb 11, 201825:29
Confronting Racism: We Are All God's Children - Rev. Clarence Presley

Confronting Racism: We Are All God's Children - Rev. Clarence Presley

We welcome back Rev. Clarence Presley, pastor of Word and Truth International Ministries CRC in Tukwila, WA, for a special message from Galations 3: 26-28, called Confronting Racism.

Feb 04, 201838:34
Gospel of John (4): "He took Jesus at His Word" - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Gospel of John (4): "He took Jesus at His Word" - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues our series on The Gospel of John with a message from John 4:43-54, "He took Jesus at His Word."

Jan 28, 201822:57
Gospel of John (3): The Wedding Feast - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Gospel of John (3): The Wedding Feast - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Jan 22, 201823:03
Gospel of John (2): Look! The Lamb of God - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Gospel of John (2): Look! The Lamb of God - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues our series on The Gospel of John with a message called Look! The Lamb of God (John 1:19-34).

Jan 14, 201826:41
The Gospel of John (1): In The Beginning - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

The Gospel of John (1): In The Beginning - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

A new series bridges from Advent to Lent.  It begins with a message from John 1:1-14 called In The Beginning.

Jan 08, 201824:17
Everything Beautiful in its Time - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Everything Beautiful in its Time - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark closes the year, and anticipates the new one, with a message from Ecclesiastes 4:1-14, Everything Beautiful in its Time.

Jan 01, 201822:16
Advent Sunday Eve (EXTRA): You Don't Have to be Afraid, Little Bear - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Advent Sunday Eve (EXTRA): You Don't Have to be Afraid, Little Bear - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

At a special Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, Pastor Mark retells the children's story Can't You Sleep, Little Bear through a theological lens, namely Luke 2: 11-14 and Isaih 11: 1-9.

Dec 25, 201708:34
Advent (4): God's Peaceable Kingdom - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Advent (4): God's Peaceable Kingdom - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

On the fourth Sunday of Advent, Pastor Mark preaches from Luke 2:11-14 and Isaiah 11: 1-9.

Dec 25, 201720:28
Advent (3): Good News - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Advent (3): Good News - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

On the third Sunday of Advent, Pastor Mark preaches on Luke 2:10 and Isaiah 61: 1-4, 10-13 with a message called Good News.

Dec 17, 201721:39
Advent (2): Immanuel - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Advent (2): Immanuel - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues our Advent series with a message called Immanuel, drawn from Isaiah 7:10-16 and Mathew 1:18-25.

Dec 11, 201726:31
Advent (1): Can These Bones Live? - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Advent (1): Can These Bones Live? - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark begins this year's Advent series with a message from Ezekiel 37: 1-14, called Can These Bones Live?

Dec 03, 201721:20
Thankful Hearts (4): Thanksgiving Eve Service - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Thankful Hearts (4): Thanksgiving Eve Service - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

A message from Psalm 116.

Nov 22, 201715:34
Thankful Hearts (3): Singing - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Thankful Hearts (3): Singing - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Our seasonal series Thankful Hearts continues with a message called Singing, based on Psalm 145 and Colossians 3:1

Nov 19, 201722:48
Thankful Hearts (2): The Peace of Christ Rules - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Thankful Hearts (2): The Peace of Christ Rules - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark continues our new series, Thankful Hearts, with a message from Romans 14: 1-12 called, "The Peace of Christ Rules."

Nov 12, 201722:56
Thankful Hearts (1): God who Works in You - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Thankful Hearts (1): God who Works in You - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

A seasonal message from Philippians 2:12-16 on Thankful Hearts: God who Works in You 

Nov 12, 201722:52
Habakkuk (5): Rejoicing in Difficulty - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Habakkuk (5): Rejoicing in Difficulty - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark concludes our short series in Habakkuk with a message from the last three verses (3: 16-19) called "Rejoicing in Difficulty."

Oct 29, 201723:45
Habakkuk (4): Yet I Will Rejoice - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Habakkuk (4): Yet I Will Rejoice - Pastor Mark Van Haitsma

Pastor Mark returns to the series in Habakkuk with a message from chapter 3, Yet I Will Rejoice.  In an unusual development, it is a sermon with a cliff hanger.

Oct 22, 201725:17