At FCA, our mission is to lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church. How we do this is by engaging coaches and athletes relationally and with the Gospel.
We equip those Christians that want to grow and be apart of our huddles. Ultimately, we want to empower our coaches and athletes to share their faith and lead ministry.
Finally, we want to empower Christian leaders. These FCA Leaders then go out and make more disciples by leading and serving our unique ministry environments.
To see the world transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.
Mission
To lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church.
Values
Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.
OUR CORE VALUES
Our relationships will demonstrate steadfast commitment to Jesus Christ and His Word through Integrity, Serving, Teamwork and Excellence.
Integrity
We will demonstrate Christ-like wholeness, privately, and publicly.
Proverbs 11:3
Serving
We will model Jesus’ example of serving.
John 13:1-17
Teamwork
We will express our unity in Christ in all our relationships.
Philippians 2:1-4
Excellence
We will honor and glorify God in all we do.
Colossians 3:23-24
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Southeast Polk FCA huddle. “Pastor Panel”— we are united in the Gospel!
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
Matthew 28:19-20
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Lori Adams speaking to a youth group in Colfax! Sowing seeds for an FCA Huddle to ignite!
Talk to God : Teaching how to Pray—A.C.T.S. Adore, Confess, Thank and Supply
Prayer joins us together with God through the power of His Holy Spirit. It’s a time to speak, listen and give God the set-apart time He deserves.
“Put on your new nature, and be renewed as you learn to know your Creator and become like Him.” (Colossians 3:10)
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Bondurant-Farrar Huddle: guest speaker -UNI football player and former Bluejay, John Powers shared his transformational testimony!
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.”
Hebrews 12:1-2 NLT
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Are you living for yourself or living for Christ?
Rob Saak was the speaker at the DCG Huddle this week!
What do you think it means to be a Christian?
Sometimes it’s hard to live for Christ, but it’s always better!
Doing hard things makes you better! Like taking time to read God’s word daily.
The world says the opposite do what feels good to you will make you happy; not true!
Do we as Christian’s look different? You might be the only one at times in your friend group!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Annual “Viktors” Celebration for GVU athletes and coaches. FCA Character Coaches were given a seat at the table! What a privilege!
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Some of GVU FCA went to The Ledges Park yesterday for some fun!
My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.
Psalm 121:2
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Chad Setterstrom had the privilege to speak at the SE Iowa coaches clinic this past Saturday! Had about 18 coaches for breakfast and an encouraging word about renewing and re-examining the purpose of coaching... thank you for the opportunity!
Area Rep: Chad Setterstrom, Eastern Iowa FCA
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Brad Elmitt, FCA state board member spoke at DCG Huddle this morning:
His lesson was on “Do Not be afraid”
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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GVU FCA was blessed to hear from Curtis Jordanne Fry about CHOICES! Powerful testimony of brokenness and redemption!
“We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.”
2 Corinthians 10:5
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Thank you John David Mull from Shepherd of the Valley Church who spoke to the Valley FCA.
Area Rep: Willie Cashmore, Central Iowa FCA
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Thank you to volleyball coach, Darren McBroom for sharing about “What does God want from me, but more accurately, what does God want FOR me?
How can I be intentional about drawing closer to God?
Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this
Psalm 37:4-5
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Ashlan Burton, Simpson track coach & former Urbandale FCA! She spoke at the Huddle this week on “Living in the Light” as a student & an athlete!
But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.
1 John 1:7
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Trusting in Him.
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13
Area Rep: Josh Helscher, Mississippi Valley FCA
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God provided beautiful spring weather for Fields of Faith tonight! Students from PCM, Newton, Southeast Polk, Carlisle, Pella, Ballard and Central College FCA chapters gathered together to connect and praise God.
Montezuma FCA hosted huddles from BGM, Lynneville-Sully and North Mahaska to pack meals for Meals From The Heartland. There were 75 high school students involved. They then had a worship session led by students. It was great to see the schools all working together.
Area Rep: Rick Radcliffe, South Central FCA
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PEACE OUT at Central College FCA!
“I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”
John 14:27 NLT
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Thank you seniors Allie and Hudson for talking to the crew last night about faith over fear!!
What are we afraid of?
Small group questions:
1. What fears do you have that you are struggling with right now? How can you surrender those to God?
2. What are some ways I can build my faith?
3. What steps do I need to take to expand my relationship with Christ? Is there anyone I can take along with me?
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Chris Barr rocked it in his energized talk to the Des Moines Christian Middle School FCA!
What are you doing with what you have right now?
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Seven Urbandale FCA! Student Leaders were able to attend the Iowa Prayer Breakfast thanks to the sponsorship of Scott & Martha Raecker of Urbandale! Danny Gokey, singer/songwriter, was the featured speaker. He spoke on “Influencing the Earth” as difference makers. It only takes 300 people to influence a culture.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Johnston FCA huddle leader, Kelly Scott, speaks!
Tells his faith story. He was the prodigal son! God loved him that much!! He finally believed it!
Keep coming back… even when you doubt that God could love you that much!
God delivered him from his past!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Urbandale FCA! Tonight! How do we know Jesus really died & rose again??
Coach Zach Maertens discusses the “proof.”
Thanks to Gabe Carver for hosting this crew!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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GVU FCA: Sieze every opportunity to share Jesus!
We are so grateful for our guest speaker, Coach Tiago from Brazil, for sharing truth!
“Preach the word of God. Be prepared, whether the time is favorable or not. Patiently correct, rebuke, and encourage your people with good teaching.”
2 Timothy 4:2
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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I am the good shepherd!
Van Buren dove into John 10:7-20
We can all be one of God's loved and protected sheep! Come to him and enter through the gate that he provides!!
Area Rep: Chad Setterstrom, Eastern Iowa FCA
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Drake FCA this week! We held a question and answer session! Questions like, how do I get over the sin that causes me to stumble over and over?
How do I trust God more?
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Julian Dismute spent Sunday at the Iowa wolves, along with other character coaches, and Renee and Dave!!! Love the new avenue for FCA sports ministering to professional athletes!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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First huddle meeting at Van Buren High School!! Excited to start this journey with and along side this community!!
Area Rep: Chad Setterstrom, Eastern Iowa FCA
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Jayson Frank at Valley FCA!
In God’s economy, you are accepted from day one! You are not defined by your choices!
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.
1 John 4:18
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PRESS ON!
“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus”.
Philippians 3:13-14
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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PCM HS FCA!
Elle and Becca led a great FCA huddle! The scripture study and small group conversations were especially awesome. The games were fun (check out the smiles in the photos) and the lasagna was delicious! We are grateful to God for His hand in our organization. He blesses us in many ways!
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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GVU FCA, guest speaker Luis Gale Arredondo, challenged the student athletes to discern the voice of God.
All this I have spoken while still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:25-27.
Area Rep: Nan Veach and Luis Arredondo, Central Iowa FCA
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Ike Boettger, NFL lineman gave a message to Montezuma HS huddle.
Area Rep: Rick Radcliffe, South Central FCA
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Urbandale FCA! Was a blast! Fun game, rockin worship music & then Rowan Noelle (senior) brought it home with a message about prayer and how to stay in God’s word!
ACTS. The Lord’s Prayer… how to pray.
Adoration
Confession
Thanksgiving
Supplication
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,[a] whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. 4 Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.
James 1:2-4.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Thanks Steve Lacy for coming to share with the Drake FCA athletes about how to be ready to head out into the work force!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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BGM FCA Dodge ball tournament. Scott Sharp gave the opening devotion. Thanks to the Huddle leaders for a great night.
Area Rep: Rick Radcliffe, South Central FCA
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Coach Rusty Hughell spoke at Urbandale FCA! At New Hope Church last Tuesday evening! He attended FCA during his football career at USD and talked with the athletes about perseverance during some tough times! He encouraged the students to keep trusting in Jesus when life throws you curveballs!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Jayson from Hope-Elim sharing…he is the young adult pastor there and brought an inspiring message!
In the mess, God keeps moving us!
Perseverance… sticking to God when things don’t make sense!
You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Rom 5:6-8
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Ankeny High School FCA!
Former Ankeny track and volleyball star and currently at ISU on track team shared her testimony and brought it!
Area Rep: Dave Applegate, Central Iowa FCA
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Pre-Game Chapel before the Drake women’s softball team heads out for Phoenix this past weekend!
Trusting in God, and not letting our fears get the best of us!!!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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GVU FCA
Struggle is necessary and sin is impossible to escape. Make your “game plan” God based, acknowledge your weaknesses, and ask God for ways to cope faithfully. ask yourself “what in my life do i need to have less of so I can have more of God?”
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Coach Grey, former Drake Football coach, shared with the FCA athletes how he was inspired during his life.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
Ephesians 3:20-21
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Johnston FCA held FCA last Tuesday night at North Point Church.
Caden, Jayna, Lexie and MaKenna (student leaders) shared their testimonies which were very impactful! Many kids stayed after, several had questions and prayed over some. Lauren sang beautifully “The Goodness of God”.
They now will have ASL interpretation at each of their huddles! It’s an open invitation to all hearing-impaired students and a friend or two from any area school!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Drake Women’s FCA Bible study at Meghan Coulter’s house on Thursday evenings! First one in the books!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Brandon Burns spoke to Urbandale FCA!
We had some great worship music, Kahoot & Valentine's treats to top it off!
Thanks Rusty Hughell & Laurie for hosting!!!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Ryan Enerson, Valley Huddle leader, gave the talk on prayer.
Praise
Repent
Ask
Yield
Then they had a time of individual prayer for the last 15 minutes of Huddle Time last Monday night.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Kevin Harrison and crew from Camp Kanakuk and Kids across America came to speak to the Drake athletes last Tuesday night at Drake!
He reminded us how to live life! God 1st, others second & us third!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
#god #jesus #sports #fca #faith
Regan led the girls FCA small group last Wed. She talked about why we compare ourselves to others and how our identity should be in Christ! How to put off your old self! Then the girls broke out into small groups for more discussion.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
#god #jesus #sports #fca #faith
Diving into genesis at Washington high school... what does sin mean, and how did God react to it. What were the consequences?
Area Rep: Chad Setterstrom, Eastern Iowa FCA
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Thank you to Willie & Kara Cashmore for speaking to Valley FCA on Relationships!
4 types of intimacies
Physical
Commonality
Emotional
Spiritual
Cannot out all of your hopes & needs into another person!
At the end they held a fun question & answer session with the athletes!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Macey Jermier (Senior at DCG) shared her testimony of God’s Faith-fullness to her during her life. Her father passed away early in high school. Then she almost died in a terrible accident. She developed PTSD. God spared her life and her leg. After multiple surgeries, and being angry at God, many times, She loved her relationship with God!! She is choosing joy in the middle of adversity!!! “Count it all joy when trials come!!!”
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Thanks to John & Max for giving the lesson at Des Moines Christian last Friday at FCA!!!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Drake FCA started up again for the second semester last night! Joe Frommelt (senior football player) read numerous scripture passages on our identity in Christ. The athletes took turns writing, scriptures or other encouragements on each other’s backs!! a great night to get this new semester started off, right!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Simpson FCA huddle meeting on January 30. 5 coaches and 4 professors attended. The guests joined in the opening game, and each sat in on a small group. The night’s topic was the third of a series on Prayer. Senior Track standout, Max Cleveland was praying for the coaches and professors.
Area Rep: Dave Turnball, South Central FCA
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Field Ambassador Chad Dewey helps launch a new huddle at Bettendorf High School! The morning devotion was on RESET from Psalms 46:10-He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
Area Director: Tim Schneckloth, Mississippi Valley FCA
#god #jesus #sports #fca #bible
Johnston-FCA met at Northpoint Church for a pasta dinner, music, and speaker Jenna Spangrud!! There were over 70 students in attendance!
She talked on the “The Fear of the Lord”
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Urbandale FCA! Met at Taylor Beron’s house. Chuck Mullikin spoke on our identity in Christ never changes, no matter our circumstances!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Be strong and courageous for God is with you ! That was the message at our holiday soccer tournament. Kids from 10-15 countries that fútbol, God and Pizza brought together!
Area Rep: Luis Arredondo, Central Iowa FCA
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Rollie Clarkson, the Urbandale BB character coach, met with some of the team for a pre-game chapel before the Dowling game.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Matthew 5:6
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Newton HS girls wrestling.
Just as a pencil, you will leave your mark on what you touch. Make it count for something good.
“How I hope that I shall be faithful in keeping your instructions! If I pay attention to all your commands, then I will not be put to shame.”
Psalm 119:5-6
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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On the morning of December 21st, the DCG huddle held its annual cookie decorating party in the media center! A great time was had by all as we head into the Christmas season.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Praising God today for the launch of another Huddle at Madison. Grateful for the huddle coaches and athletes who want to influence their campus for Jesus!
Area Rep: John Flaherty, Mississippi Valley FCA
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Burlington, Notre Dame launched their huddle Tuesday afternoon. I am excited to see what God does on this campus with so many student-athletes who stepped forward to lead. Thankful as well for the community members and faculty who have offered their support!
Area Rep: John Flaherty, Mississippi Valley FCA
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Mediapolis Huddle discussed the "soul" of a person last week, prior to Christmas break. So thankful for committed leaders and athletes seeking God's leading on their campuses.
Area Rep: John Flaherty, Mississippi Valley FCA
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Bondurant Farrar FCA Christmas Party. The Gingerbread house competition was messy, frustrating, and didn’t turn out quite like they planned— much like our day-to-day lives. But there is hope
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
John 16:33
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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A night focused on JOY.
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.”
John 1:14
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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We played a game “what’s my name?” during GVU Cheer Character Coach corner… Names are important, but none more than the the Name above All Others…
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
Isaiah 9:6 ESV
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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At the FCG huddle this week Ben Twigg, counselor at DCG high school, made a change for Christ at the FCA high school retreat in Marshalltown. He grew up in Dewitt, Iowa.
At Uni struggled with faith & Went back to Dewitt to teach.
Old is gone, the new is here!
2 cor 5:17.
After 3 years, gave control of life to God… surrendered!
Jeremiah 29:11
God led him to Waukee part time position & debate coach. Met wife there. Great christian influence on him.
Made his way to DCG…to FCA…along with Dr. Blum & Heather Every who were also believers. Now all Christian lights at DCG!
It’s time to get on God’s time!!!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Urbandale FCA Held its Christmas Huddle at Brookelyn Hartman’s house. Hannah from GCU came with Pizza and talked to the students about her school.
We held an ugly Christmas sweater contest with 4 winners.
Angie Spann from Shepherd of the Valley church spoke to the students about how they can be bold in sharing Christ with their fellow teammates.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Sepolk FCA CHRISTMAS PARTY
“And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.”
Luke 2:10-11
Thank you Katie Speers and Anne Mae Fick for leading this great group of kids and to Darin A. Struble for the message!
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Southeast Polk FCA Leadership Team planning their last huddle of the year.
“And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” Phil 1:6
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Southeast Polk FCA Leadership Team planning their last huddle of the year.
“And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” Phil 1:6
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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Valley High FCA Christmas Party! Cookie decorating contest, ugly sweater contest, kahoot, and read the Christmas story in Luke! Two seniors told their favorite Christmas memories to the group.
They held a sock drive as well.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Williamsburg girls wrestle vs Solon at a tri-meet on Thursday, December 7.
Williamsburg coach and FCA Huddle Leader Drew Hinschberger looks on.
Area Director: Dan Kalan, Eastern Iowa FCA
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Pastor Zach Hill gave the Christmas story message at Johnston FCA at New Hope Church.
They also had an ugly sweater contest & cookie decorating!
Over 60 students in attendance & 12 raised their hands to accept Jesus as their savior & repent of their sins! Praise God!!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Last FCA Drake Huddle in the books! Thank you to Hannah Nilges (basketball player) for sharing your faith story to the crew! Christmas cookies were a hit!
Prayed over Nolan & Collin, who will be graduating this month! You will be missed!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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In the DMC steam lab we held an FCA huddle during lunch.
The kids had a great time acting out what they would say if they were coaches.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Central College FCA Huddle volunteered at The Well in Pella! We helped with boxing items and helped with Christmas items.
Matt Diehl, South Central FCA
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GVU FCA CHRISTMAS PARTY!
“Take Heart! I have overcome the world” John 16:33
Area Rep: Nan Veach, Central Iowa FCA
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We held an FCA Alumni reunion dinner at Hope+Elim on Sunday. All of the central Iowa Reps had a part in the evening. Our panel included Ashlan Burton, Linnea DeWaard & Christine Meggison with special music from Nick Shelton.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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At our Drake FCA Huddle, Nolan Engeman spoke about his struggles throughout his college football career. How God has shown himself more clearly through all of the struggles!
You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.
1 John 4:4
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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“Respect those in authority” we have the privilege to speak God's word to the next generation through our after school programming. We also have some fun while at it. God also provided one of the top coaches in Brazil to help us here in Des Moines.
Area Rep: Luis Arredondo, Central Iowa FCA
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Urbandale FCA’s Annual Lock-in in the books!
It did not disappoint! We had almost a hundred Urbandale & Johnston students spend part of their evening at New Hope Church having fun & worshiping God!
Thanks to all of the parent & college student chaperones for serving along with our speaker Heather Clarkson Reed.
It was definitely a spirit-filled evening! The students left challenged to get to know Jesus personally!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Pastor August from New Hope spoke to Johnston FCA at Northpoint Church. They had 59 students! Pastor Auggie had a great message and many kids stayed after to talk about Jesus!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Hudson Fields (senior football player) shared their faith story at Drake FCA in the field house.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Pastor August spoke at DCG FCA!
Are you about the Father’s business?
You have been commissioned to do the Father’s business!
Go and make disciples!!
Your hallways are the Nations…be about the Fathers business and make disciples of your classmates.
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Valley Friendsgiving 2023!
Yummy potluck with games & Grandview Football players! 2nd in the nation going into postseason play.
Favorite verses & faith stories!
Isaiah 41:10
Deuteronomy 6:5
Prov 3:5&6 TRUST
Rom 6:1-6. No longer a slave to sin!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Kelly Scott, Johnston FCA huddle leader spoke at the Drake FCA Huddle! He spoke on doing what you do for God only, and not for yourself!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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First DMC Middle School Huddle of the year!! Three 8th graders spoke about their favorite verses & their “why.”
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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Thanks to Jason Anderson for speaking to Pella High School FCA! Your testimony impacted the student-athletes lives!
Message: don’t take asking others to come along lightly, be intentional, bring others along.
Without Jesus, it is dark…God found me!
You don’t need a crazy story or testimony to impact lives…each of our stories are unique to us…share!
Quote: “No act of kindness is too small”
Bible versus shared:
John 3:30
Jeremiah 29:11
Matthew 5:16
Area Rep: Craig Douma, South Central FCA
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North Scott FCA Bonfire with student lead fireside Gospel chat & s’mores galore!
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you
Acts 1:8
Area Director: Tim Schneckloth, Mississippi Valley FCA
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FCA members of the Drake Football team visit Valerius Elementary Friday morning to welcome the kids to school!! Thanks Maddy Punsalan for inviting them!
Area Rep: Renee Carver, Central Iowa FCA
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