There’s no telling what could happen when a coach’s heart sets on fire for Christ. As one of the major influencers around the world, coaches have the ability to alter lives for better or worse, and we’ve made it a priority to pour into our coaches and see them transformed and passionate about the sphere of influence where God has placed them.

In 2016, we saw incredible impact with a record 1,190 certified Coaches Huddles.

When coaches become followers of Jesus Christ, their character, relationships and approach to coaching authentically pours from the way they act, live and speak. FCA walks them through this journey, providing coaches Huddles and conventions, in depth training with redesigned 3Dimensional Coaching, and resources and retreats to build up their heart and energy in and out of coaching, so they can be at their best to most effectively shepherd teams, athletes and their staff.

“It’s really rewarding to see a player come to his faith and come to know Christ. It doesn’t get any better than that.” – Coach

The Campus Ministry is a certified ministry that is initiated and led by student-athletes, sponsored by coaches, supported by staff, established on junior high, high school or college campuses and meets on a regular basis. The types of Campus Ministry are: Multi-Sport Huddle, Team Huddle, and Coaches Huddle.

Campus is one of the most strategic mission fields with most youth passing through this portal. FCA focuses on equipping, enabling, empowering and encouraging student-athletes, coaches and adult leaders to impact and influence their campus for Christ.

In 2016, students were reached on 17,376 certified Campus Huddles worldwide.

During the twelfth annual Fields of Faith event, over 192,000 students gathered on 519 fields to worship and hear peers share how Jesus has impacted their lives. Prayer at the end of the evening ushered in 7,414 first-time dedications, 8,612 students recommit to Christ and 8,781 make a pact to read their Bible.

“One of my teammates invited me to FCA, and I really started looking forward to it because of the atmosphere and everything the chaplains had to say. You could tell they just really cared.” – Athlete

FCA provides coaches and athletes the opportunity to reach their God-given potential by offering comprehensive athletic, spiritual and leadership training in a camp setting.

Through the seven types of camps—Sports Camp, Leadership Camp, Coaches Camp, Power Camp, Team Camp, Partnership Camp and International Camp—this year’s theme, RISE, encouraged coaches and athletes to develop coaching/athletic skills, create lasting and influential relationships, and to trust and follow their Coach, Jesus Christ, as they rise to make a difference for Him.

In 2016, we experienced a record-breaking year with a total attendance of 106,268 at 740 FCA Camps in 40 states and 45 countries around the world.

That’s exactly what happened with 8,788 salvation decisions and 11,256 recommitments to the Lord during FCA’s 60th Camp season.

“I was a lukewarm Christian and I grew closer to God at camp and I am now on fire.”
– Camper

Where the people are, so is FCA. And this includes getting out into the wide world of local communities. With 57 million athletes in club sports, FCA’s community ministry could very well have the greatest area of potential impact.

With the majority of athletes playing sports in the community, FCA is ministering to the non-campus opportunities of club, recreational and youth sports teams with the goal of establishing ongoing ministry for coaches and athletes to compete for Jesus Christ with character, passion and excellence. Whether that’s gathering a group of club coaches for weekly Bible study, team Huddles between tournaments, or pulling together a league or event that incorporates the entire family, we’re making sure the next generation is introduced to Christ and kept spiritually refreshed.

In 2016, we saw the growth of 928 Community Huddles.

“It’s been neat to see how God has provided, how He’s used [Community Ministry] and how we’re using it to reach our community for Christ.” – FCA Staff

Expanding rapidly around the world, FCA International is now serving in 60 countries with 133 FCA International leaders and countless volunteers who spread the Good News of Jesus Christ to all corners of the globe. FCA supports initiatives and partnerships that provide opportunities for leaders in sport ministries within their own countries by equipping them with the programs, services, support, resources and tools to grow their ministries.

In 2016, FCA International touched thousands of lives, including 5,542 coaches and athletes who indicated decisions for Christ. Camp growth has exploded internationally with 284 camps reaching 34,005 campers in 45 countries. The Huddle program has also grown to 1,613 Huddles reaching 34,378 individuals.

Our three-pronged strategy is: Pray, Give and Go. We are praying for God to raise up more people to have a heart for the nations so that the world of sports will be redeemed through Jesus Christ.

“I love sports and I love Christ, and I wanted to combine these things.” – Ukraine Leader