Senior Pastor

Rev. Chris Heitkamp

Pastor Chris was installed as the 21st pastor of Harlingen Church in 2017. He is originally from Michigan, explaining his unhealthy devotion to the Detroit Tigers, but has lived in New Jersey since 1989 when he moved here after his discharge from the United States Marine Corps. He taught elementary school for 16 years before returning to school and earning his MDiv from New Brunswick Theological Seminary in 2010.

Together with his wife and best friend, Amy, they have raised 3 boys and are enjoying seeing their families begin to grow. They currently have 1 granddaughter and 3 granddogs. Pastor Chris volunteers in the community by serving as the fire chaplain of Montgomery Township Volunteer Fire Company #1, serves on the Montgomery Township Veterans’ Memorial Committee, and sits on the board of the Montgomery Business Association.

When he is not working or serving on a committee he enjoys reading, gardening, and grilling or smoking dinner.

Administrator

Sonja Olszewski

Sonja Olszewski is a native of NJ and first generation American of German immigrant parents. She grew up in the church from birth and always had a passion to serve the Lord whether it was volunteering with the youth group, teaching Sunday school, playing her guitar with the worship team or serving in short-term missions.

She is a graduate of Cairn University with a degree in Bible and Church Leadership. She also has a Commercial Arts Diploma from SCTI with an emphasis on Graphic Design and Fine Arts. She also studied abroad at Liebenzell Mission and learned to speak, read and write German.

In her spare time, Sonja is the primary care taker for her parents and helps assist with their day to day needs. When she is not spending time with her parents she is on the trail running or hiking with her dog, JJ.

Music Director

Anita Davidson

Anita Davidson joined the Harlingen church family in August of 2019 as Music Director/Organist. A native of Bucks County PA, she grew up playing piano, singing in her church choir – then directing it – as well as being active in community choral groups and musical theater.

She is a graduate of The College of New Jersey with a degree in Music Education specializing in voice, and holds a Master’s degree from Southeastern University in Curriculum and Instruction. She has been a public music educator for the past 22 years in Ewing Township NJ.

In her spare time you can find her reading, crocheting, cooking, and acting as chauffeur for her 12 year old daughter who dances, attends numerous summer camps, and is following in mom’s footsteps on the stage.

Custodian

Rich Kocsis

Leadership

As a member of the RCA, Harlingen is governed by a Consistory of Elders, Deacons, and Ministers. We believe that the church is to be led by all who are called by God and affirmed by God’s Church. Our Minister oversees the daily administration of the church and leads us in our vision to love and serve. Our elders oversee the spiritual needs of our church, members and community, while the deacons oversee the physical needs