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Welcome to the weekly podcast of Citizen Heights where you’ll be inspired to believe for God’s possible in your life. We invite you to connect with Pastors Michael & Heather Giroux and join us in the heart of the nation’s capital. To learn more visit our website at http://citizenheights.com or down…

Citizen Heights


    • Jun 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 361 EPISODES

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    The Citizen Heights podcast is an incredible source of inspiration and spiritual growth. As someone who has been a part of the church community for many years, I can confidently say that this podcast accurately reflects the friendly and life-giving nature of Citizen Heights Church. The preaching and teaching delivered through this platform are dynamic, funny, genuine, and most importantly, Bible-based. It is evident that great care is taken in crafting each sermon to resonate with a wide range of individuals.

    One of the best aspects of the Citizen Heights podcast is the sense of community it fosters. Even though I may not physically be able to attend the church anymore, listening to the podcast makes me feel connected to other members who share similar beliefs and values. The inclusion and acceptance demonstrated by this church are truly commendable, as they have created an environment where people from all walks of life feel comfortable bringing others who may not have any prior experience with church. This ability to relate faith-based sermons to a diverse audience is a testament to the wisdom and relatability of the preachers.

    However, no podcast or church community is entirely without its flaws. One potential drawback of the Citizen Heights podcast might be the occasional lack of depth in certain episodes. While most sermons are thought-provoking and filled with valuable insights, there are times when topics may be approached in a more surface-level manner. This could leave some listeners longing for greater theological exploration or deeper dives into specific biblical passages.

    In conclusion, The Citizen Heights podcast is an exceptional resource for anyone seeking spiritual nourishment and connection within a friendly and vibrant community. It effectively balances being welcoming to newcomers while still delivering faith-based sermons that resonate deeply with a broad audience. Despite occasionally lacking depth in some episodes, this podcast continues to provide valuable teachings and perspective on living out one's faith in today's world. Whether one attends Citizen Heights Church in person or watches online like myself, it remains an enriching and enjoyable experience that I highly recommend.



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    Latest episodes from Citizen Heights

    Expecting God | The Promise Of The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit | Pastor Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 47:02


    "My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from him." Psalm 62:5 There is an innate power when people live life in a state of divine expectation. There is nothing between you and your miracle, when you approach God with an expecting, anticipating, believing spirit! God has been faithful in your past. And, God will be faithful in your future. What are you expecting God to do in your life? In this series, we'll explore the promises of God and raise our expectations. Expect it!

    Expecting God | Expecting God to Empower | Pastor Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 37:23


    "My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from him." Psalm 62:5 There is an innate power when people live life in a state of divine expectation. There is nothing between you and your miracle, when you approach God with an expecting, anticipating, believing spirit! God has been faithful in your past. And, God will be faithful in your future. What are you expecting God to do in your life? In this series, we'll explore the promises of God and raise our expectations. Expect it!

    Expecting God | He Will Guide Us | Pastor Joey Olmo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 28:48


    "My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from him." Psalm 62:5 There is an innate power when people live life in a state of divine expectation. There is nothing between you and your miracle, when you approach God with an expecting, anticipating, believing spirit! God has been faithful in your past. And, God will be faithful in your future. What are you expecting God to do in your life? In this series, we'll explore the promises of God and raise our expectations. Expect it!

    Expecting God | The Principle of Expectation | Charles Doolittle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 27:26


    "My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from him." Psalm 62:5 There is an innate power when people live life in a state of divine expectation. There is nothing between you and your miracle, when you approach God with an expecting, anticipating, believing spirit! God has been faithful in your past. And, God will be faithful in your future. What are you expecting God to do in your life? In this five week series, we'll explore the promises of God and raise our expectations. Expect it!

    Expecting God | Expecting God to Heal | Pastor Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 37:46


    "My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from him." Psalm 62:5 There is an innate power when people live life in a state of divine expectation. There is nothing between you and your miracle, when you approach God with an expecting, anticipating, believing spirit! God has been faithful in your past. And, God will be faithful in your future. What are you expecting God to do in your life? In this five week series, we'll explore the promises of God and raise our expectations. Expect it!

    Expecting God | Great Expectations: Where Did You Leave It? | Pastor Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 30:55


    "My soul, wait silently for God alone, for my expectation is from him." Psalm 62:5 There is an innate power when people live life in a state of divine expectation. There is nothing between you and your miracle, when you approach God with an expecting, anticipating, believing spirit! God has been faithful in your past. And, God will be faithful in your future. What are you expecting God to do in your life? In this five week series, we'll explore the promises of God and raise our expectations. Expect it!

    Good Friday | Trusting God When All Seems Lost | Pastor Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 31:08


    Easter Sunday | Trusting God When Fear Wants The Final Word | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 30:41


    Happy Easter Sunday! Together, we'll celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and the new life that He brings! 2025 Survey Card: https://citizenheights.wufoo.com/forms/r6oc03r1csify2/

    Palm Sunday | Trusting God When You Come Up Short | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 42:22


    It's easy to say we trust God, but when we're faced with challenges and difficulties in life, our trust can waiver. When we learn to trust, we find peace, strength, and hope in the midst of any circumstance. Join us as we learn how to trust God more fully in our lives.

    Trusting God | Trusting God When There's Not Enough | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 43:01


    It's easy to say we trust God, but when we're faced with challenges and difficulties in life, our trust can waiver. When we learn to trust, we find peace, strength, and hope in the midst of any circumstance. Join us for the next week, as we learn how to trust God more fully in our lives.

    Trusting God | Trusting God when I Can't See the Path Ahead | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 0:54


    It's easy to say we trust God, but when we're faced with challenges and difficulties in life, our trust can waiver. When we learn to trust, we find peace, strength, and hope in the midst of any circumstance. Join us for the next week, as we learn how to trust God more fully in our lives.

    Trusting God | Trusting God when Sailing through Storms | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 39:46


    It's easy to say we trust God, but when we're faced with challenges and difficulties in life, our trust can waiver. When we learn to trust, we find peace, strength, and hope in the midst of any circumstance. Join us for the next couple weeks, as we learn how to trust God more fully in our lives.

    Trusting God | Trusting God on an Unfamiliar, Winding Road | Ps. Heather Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 34:33


    It's easy to say we trust God, but when we're faced with challenges and difficulties in life, our trust can waiver. When we learn to trust, we find peace, strength, and hope in the midst of any circumstance. Join us for the next two weeks, as we learn how to trust God more fully in our lives.

    Trusting God | Trusting God When Change Comes Knocking | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 42:16


    It's easy to say we trust God, but when we're faced with challenges and difficulties in life, our trust can waiver. When we learn to trust, we find peace, strength, and hope in the midst of any circumstance. Join us for the next three weeks, as we learn how to trust God more fully in our lives.

    Trusting God | Trusting God When Things Get Tough | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 46:16


    It's easy to say we trust God, but when we're faced with challenges and difficulties in life, our trust can waiver. When we learn to trust, we find peace, strength, and hope in the midst of any circumstance. Join us for the next four weeks, as we learn how to trust God more fully in our lives.

    Giving to God | Three Prayers Tithers Can Pray | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 43:11


    GIVING TO GOD. What do you give a God who has everything? After-all, God doesn't have needs and is never short on cash. He lacks nothing, and is self-sufficient in everything. There's nothing we have that God needs- so, what does GIVING TO GOD even look like? And, why is it so important we learn how? Join us for this four week series that looks at the practical principles that demonstrate GIVING TO GOD as one of the most powerful things we learn in life.

    Giving to God | Why I Tithe | Ps. Heather Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 32:28


    GIVING TO GOD. What do you give a God who has everything? After-all, God doesn't have needs and is never short on cash. He lacks nothing, and is self-sufficient in everything. There's nothing we have that God needs- so, what does GIVING TO GOD even look like? And, why is it so important we learn how? Join us for this four week series that looks at the practical principles that demonstrate GIVING TO GOD as one of the most powerful things we learn in life.

    Giving to God | Natural Born Giver | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 40:49


    GIVING TO GOD. What do you give a God who has everything? After-all, God doesn't have needs and is never short on cash. He lacks nothing, and is self-sufficient in everything. There's nothing we have that God needs- so, what does GIVING TO GOD even look like? And, why is it so important we learn how? Join us for this four week series that looks at the practical principles that demonstrate GIVING TO GOD as one of the most powerful things we learn in life.

    Giving To God | God Owns the Tithe: The Test of Ten Percent | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 46:40


    GIVING TO GOD. What do you give a God who has everything? After-all, God doesn't have needs and is never short on cash. He lacks nothing, and is self-sufficient in everything. There's nothing we have that God needs- so, what does GIVING TO GOD even look like? And, why is it so important we learn how? Join us for this four week series that looks at the practical principles that demonstrate GIVING TO GOD as one of the most powerful things we learn in life.

    21 Days of Possible | Talking to God & Praying the Prayer of Jabez | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 40:41


    God desires we talk to Him. But, how? Do we talk to Him in the car, while we're out on a run, or do we need to use a special form and repetition that only ‘works' in a church sanctuary when heads are bowed? The truth is, we can talk to God anywhere and anytime. In the real life moments that leave us speechless, the promise of salvation flexes its most important muscle … PRAYER! Join us these next four weeks, as we learn what the Bibles says about TALKING TO GOD.

    21 Days of Possible | Talking to God & Praying Scripture | Ps. Joey Olmo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 28:34


    God desires we talk to Him. But, how? Do we talk to Him in the car, while we're out on a run, or do we need to use a special form and repetition that only ‘works' in a church sanctuary when heads are bowed? The truth is, we can talk to God anywhere and anytime. In the real life moments that leave us speechless, the promise of salvation flexes its most important muscle … PRAYER! Join us these next four weeks, as we learn what the Bibles says about TALKING TO GOD.

    21 Days of Possible | Talking to God & Praying the Tabernacle Prayer | Ps. Wendy McAlister

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 32:30


    God desires we talk to Him. But, how? Do we talk to Him in the car, while we're out on a run, or do we need to use a special form and repetition that only ‘works' in a church sanctuary when heads are bowed? The truth is, we can talk to God anywhere and anytime. In the real life moments that leave us speechless, the promise of salvation flexes its most important muscle … PRAYER! Join us these next four weeks, as we learn what the Bibles says about TALKING TO GOD.

    21 Days of Possible | How to Pray - Week 1 | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 37:39


    God desires we talk to Him. But, how? Do we talk to Him in the car, while we're out on a run, or do we need to use a special form and repetition that only ‘works' in a church sanctuary when heads are bowed? The truth is, we can talk to God anywhere and anytime. In the real life moments that leave us speechless, the promise of salvation flexes its most important muscle … PRAYER! Join us these next four weeks, as we learn what the Bibles says about TALKING TO GOD.

    God Did | Looking Back at What God Did in 2024 | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 37:33


    Join us this Sunday for God Did- a special reflection on our year. It's all about recognizing the tangible, every-day ways God made His goodness, kindness and BIGNESS known in our church. It's a wonderful opportunity to give God the glory, for all the small victories and big milestones that GOD DID in 2024.

    Thrill of Hope | Christmas Eve Experience | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 29:18


    We're going to examine the hope that Christ brings in every season of life, but particularly, as we contemplate the Christmas story. The Thrill of Hope is the essence of the gospel and provides confident expectation of God's goodness in your life today.

    Thrill of Hope | Hope that Brings Trust | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 37:57


    We're going to examine the hope that Christ brings in every season of life, but particularly, as we contemplate the Christmas story. The Thrill of Hope is the essence of the gospel and provides confident expectation of God's goodness in your life today.

    Thrill of Hope | Hope that Brings Peace | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 22:38


    We're going to examine the hope that Christ brings in every season of life, but particularly, as we contemplate the Christmas story. The Thrill of Hope is the essence of the gospel and provides confident expectation of God's goodness in your life today.

    Thrill of Hope | Hope that Brings Joy | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 32:20


    We're going to examine the hope that Christ brings in every season of life, but particularly, as we contemplate the Christmas story. The Thrill of Hope is the essence of the gospel and provides confident expectation of God's goodness in your life today.

    Thrill of Hope | Hope that Brings Faith | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 46:47


    Overwhelmed | Anxious for Nothing: God-Centered Answers for Worry & Anxiety | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 43:44


    Feeling overwhelmed? Daily we are bombarded by busy schedules, work worries, suffocating anxiety and relational stress. It feels messy. It feels complicated. It feels … OVERWHELMING! We hope you can join us as Pastor Michael teaches us Biblical solutions for living trouble-free, in a troubled-world.

    Overwhelmed | Finding an Overcoming Faith, in an Overwhelming World | Ps. Joey

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 33:02


    Feeling overwhelmed? Daily we are bombarded by busy schedules, work worries, suffocating anxiety and relational stress. It feels messy. It feels complicated. It feels … OVERWHELMING! We hope you can join us for the next six weeks, as Pastor Michael teaches us Biblical solutions for living trouble-free, in a troubled-world.

    Overwhelmed | Fear's Final Frontier. God-Centered Faith. | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 41:47


    Feeling overwhelmed? Daily we are bombarded by busy schedules, work worries, suffocating anxiety and relational stress. It feels messy. It feels complicated. It feels … OVERWHELMING! We hope you can join us for the next six weeks, as Pastor Michael teaches us Biblical solutions for living trouble-free, in a troubled-world.

    Overwhelmed | Finding an Overcoming Faith in an Overwhelming World | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 43:27


    Feeling overwhelmed? Daily we are bombarded by busy schedules, work worries, suffocating anxiety and relational stress. It feels messy. It feels complicated. It feels … OVERWHELMING! We hope you can join us for the next six weeks, as Pastor Michael teaches us Biblical solutions for living trouble-free, in a troubled-world.

    Asking For A Friend | What is God's Purpose For My Life? | Week 6 | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 46:27


    James 1:5 says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." In this series, we will explore challenging questions about suffering, doubt and the purpose of life, offering biblical insights and practical wisdom to strengthen our faith. By addressing these difficult topics, we aim to create a safe space for honest dialogue and deeper understanding in our spiritual journeys.

    Asking For A Friend | What Does the Bible Say About Same Sex Relationships? | Week 5 | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 45:51


    James 1:5 says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." In this series, we will explore challenging questions about suffering, doubt and the purpose of life, offering biblical insights and practical wisdom to strengthen our faith. By addressing these difficult topics, we aim to create a safe space for honest dialogue and deeper understanding in our spiritual journeys.

    Asking For A Friend | How Do I Know the Bible is God's Word & Can Be Trusted: The Authority, Accuracy and Inerrancy of Scripture | Week 4 | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 45:45


    James 1:5 says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." In this series, we will explore challenging questions about suffering, doubt and the purpose of life, offering biblical insights and practical wisdom to strengthen our faith. By addressing these difficult topics, we aim to create a safe space for honest dialogue and deeper understanding in our spiritual journeys.

    Asking For A Friend | How Do I Know the Bible is God's Word & Can Be Trusted: The Authority, Accuracy and Inerrancy of Scripture | Week 4| Ps. Heather

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 36:31


    James 1:5 says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." In this series, we will explore challenging questions about suffering, doubt and the purpose of life, offering biblical insights and practical wisdom to strengthen our faith. By addressing these difficult topics, we aim to create a safe space for honest dialogue and deeper understanding in our spiritual journeys.

    Asking For A Friend | How Do I Know the Bible is God's Word & Can Be Trusted: The Authority, Accuracy and Inerrancy of Scripture | Ps. Michael

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 49:11


    James 1:5 says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." In this series, we will explore challenging questions about suffering, doubt and the purpose of life, offering biblical insights and practical wisdom to strengthen our faith. By addressing these difficult topics, we aim to create a safe space for honest dialogue and deeper understanding in our spiritual journeys.

    Asking For A Friend | How Do I Know the Bible is God's Word & Can Be Trusted | Ps Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 39:53


    James 1:5 says, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him." In this series, we will explore challenging questions about suffering, doubt and the purpose of life, offering biblical insights and practical wisdom to strengthen our faith. By addressing these difficult topics, we aim to create a safe space for honest dialogue and deeper understanding in our spiritual journeys.

    When Opportunity Knocks | Seeing & Seizing God's Provision | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 36:55


    Back to Church Sunday | God is Still With You | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 36:10


    We're so excited for the launch of the fall! Today we're gathering to celebrate the goodness of our God, and we're so excited for what He will do in the life of His Church! Join us for Back to Church Sunday! We are going back to school, back to routine and back to church!

    Heart of Worship | Worship is in Demand | Ps. Joey Olmo

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 35:18


    Heart of Worship | Week 3 | Ps. Heather Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 43:41


    Heart of Worship | Week 2 | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 44:02


    Heart of Worship | Living in Awe of God | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 42:54


    Summer Playlist | The Journey of Faith | Lashanor Doolittle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 36:02


    Summer Playlist | What is Your Response? | Ps. Joey Olmo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 29:20


    Summer Playlist | Faith | Ps. Wendy McAlister

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 29:08


    Friends | Choose to BE Friendly | Ps. Michael Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 39:27


    Friends | Choose Wisely | Ps. Heather Giroux

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 31:31


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