Orland Kickball Challenge

Baccalaureate (n): A religious service held at some educational institutions before commencement , containing a farewell sermon to the graduation class. The Modoc HS FCA Huddle hosted a baccalaureate service for all graduating seniors. Faith Bible Pastor Lynn Culp and Vineyard Pastor Niki Wolter--both FCA Huddle Advisors--baptized three FCA seniors during the service. The rural town high school in Alturas may have a small enrollment, but God is doing BIG things through the ministry of FCA. SO GOOOOOOOOOD!

FCA and Chick-fil-A sponsored a party at West Valley HS as their reward for having the most students at Night of Champions . Joel Vengley, father of an FCA student-leader, shared a message on glorifying God through athletic competition. The WVHS FCA Huddle regularly hosts 45-50 students at their weekly meetings under the support and guidance of Huddle Advisors Erin Sprague and Chris Fitch.

FCA has two huddles active in the City of Chico--Chico HS and Cal State University. Norm Slosted recently spoke to the Chico HS Huddle , supported by volunteer advisors Caleb Fleming and Keith Rollins. The huddle has been active for a couple years. One of the students shared his challenging experiences as a Christian on campus. Pray for students trying to make a stand for Jesus on campus. The CSU Chico Huddle is advised by Brendan and Sarah Allen. Five of the FCA students are participating in a leadership program this summer. We are praying that God uses this opportunity to help these students grow deeper in their relationship with Him. The CSUC FCA Huddle is discipling disciples who make disiciples.

FCA frequently has the opportunity to introduce the ministry of FCA to churches and community service organizations in the CA North State. Field Ambassador, Norm Slosted, recently spoke at a Red Bluff Rotary Luncheon with approximately forty-five community members and professionals in attendance. Not wanting to leave them with a ministry "info-mercial" alone, Slosted shared the inspirational story of British Olympic and professional cycling coach David Brailsford. Brailsford transformed the British cycling programs to a dominating force after an abysmal history of finishes in both Olympic and Tour de France competitions. He adopted the applied theory of "Aggregation of Marginal Gains", focused on small incremental improvements that lead to significant improvement when added together. "Do not despise small beginnings. God is pleased to see the work begin" (Zech 4:10.) "He who is faithful in a very little thing is also faithfull in much" (Lk 16:10.) For more on the story of David Brailsford (LINK) .

The Annual FCA Golf Tournament is held every September at Gold Hills Golf Club in Redding. The event is always a load of fun for all and raises support for the general fund and special projects for the CA North State FCA ministry. We want to encourage you to consider being a sponsor or participant.

One of the benefits of membership in the "Pacific Southwest Region" (CA, NV, and HI) is when the rotation takes the Director Summit to Hawaii (3/31-4/3). FCA Directors spent four days in training and staff development at the Pu'uhonua Farm Retreat managed by FCA Hawaii State Director Daniel Rich. It is always great to "Hang Loose" and get recharged being together.

Director Norm Slosted spoke to a group of Simpson University students last month about the confidence we can have in knowing God will NEVER leave us or forsake us (Deuteronomy 31:8.) "To often," Slosted suggested, "we rally the committed duty of believers before establishing the foundational truth of God's covenant commitment to them. It is HIS unconditional and unfailing commitment to us that warrants our confidence and courage." Simpson is a Christian university located in the center of the CA North State and continues to be a meaningful partner in ministry with FCA.

Peter Fuller serves as the FCA Area Director for the Coastal Counties of Humboldt and Del Norte. Peter is a former college All-American water polo goalie and a business management professional. He is in his second year on staff with FCA and seeing growth as the Lord opens opportunities for him to speak at schools, churches, and men's groups. He has helped to launch Mult-Sport Huddles on the high school campuses of Fortuna and Del Norte and recruited three initial members of his Leadership Advisory Board. He has entered into discussions with a local church pastor regarding partnering with them in ministering to students attending the College of the Redwoods. We are so proud and excited for the strides Peter and his board have made in the Coastal Counties of the CA North State.

Night of Champions (NOC) is the CA North State FCA's signature Spring event sponsored in partnership with Simpson University. The third annual NOC was held this year on Saturday, March 29th. The event drew high school students from around the North State to an evening of food, fun, and fellowship. Students heard personal testimonies from elite athletes regarding their relationship with Jesus Christ and a challenge to grow in their spiritual walk. This year's line-up included the Simpson University Chapel Worship Team, USA Women's Discus Thrower Elena Bruckner, former NFL Cincinnati Bengal Brad St. Louis, and former NFL Chicago Bear Steve Connor. God was faithful to touch the lives of dozens of students who came forward for prayer or to receive Christ for the first time. Check out the highlight video here.