Owen Security SolutionsDecember 12, 2016
Attn: Justin Owen
209 S. Wall St.
Calhoun, GA 30701
“Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us
from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens.”
- James 1:17
Dear Justin,
This season we celebrate God’s good and perfect gift – His Son, Jesus, who came to earth as a baby to live as an example to us and to die for our sins. Jesus is the light of the world. Our world is in a position where we desperately need His light, His grace, His mercy and His provision. It is our desire at FCA Rome Area to bring light to the lost and hurting coaches and athletes of our community. We hope to see them come to know Christ and then develop a strong and vibrant relationship with Him, giving them the opportunity to minister in their realms of influence. God gave us the gift of His Son and every day He pours out His blessings upon us. Our gift back to Him is how we live our life, how we touch others and the legacy we leave. But it’s not something we do alone! Through our donors, volunteers and staff, our local ministry has impacted approximately 3000coaches and athletes during 2016 and look forward to reaching even more in the coming year.
God has uniquely called us to impact the world of sports. We carry out our work at FCA Rome Area, through the“Four C’s of Ministry” which are Coaches, Campus, Camps and Community. These areas of focus allow us to leave a legacy and spread the good news of Jesus Christ. We we’d love to share with you some of the exciting things that have been going on:
Coaches Ministry: FCA Coaches Ministry is the ministry method to coaches through huddles, events, training and resources.FCA Coaches Ministry focuses on ministering to the heart of the coach first, and then supporting the coach as they engage with the Four C’s of Ministry. In 2016, approximately150coaches inRome and Floyd Countyhave been impacted through Camps, Coaches Bible Studies, Banquets, Retreats and outreach events.
“We were able to slow down, take a deep breath, look into each other’s eyes, and realize the passion that God has provided us in our marriage.” – Coach, PHS, attended a marriage retreat in Estes Park, Co.
Campus Ministry: The school campus is one of the most strategic mission fields with the vast majority of all 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. This year, FCA campus groups are active on 17 campuses in our area.
“Fields of Faith was amazing! It was cool to see all of the schools unified in worship. As believers, we are all on Team Jesus.”12th grade student, Model High School
Camp Ministry: Camp is a time of “inspiration and perspiration” for coaches and athletes to reach their potential by offering comprehensive athletic, spiritual, and leadership training. In FCA we offer seven types of camps: Sports Camps, Leadership Camps, Coaches Camps, Power Camps, Partnership Camps, Team Camps, and International Camps.This past summer, 57 campers attended FCA Camps in St Simons Island, Toccoa, Lagrange, and Demorest.
"FCA Camp has provided me with a life changing opportunity to further invest spiritually into my players.” - Nic Hann, Head Volleyball Coach, Coosa High School
Community Ministry:FCA Community Ministry includes the off-campus opportunities to reach coaches and athletes for Christ through the club and recreation sport environment.We aretouching lives in Rome through partnerships with the local church, recreation centers, and youth development leagues. As we grow, our goal is to have a ministry presence in all of our local athletic organizations and leagues.
The highlight of the year was seeing 146 individuals make a commitment to Christ through our local ministry. This is truly the greatest gift, and we give God all the glory. We know that God has great plans for the ministry in the year to come.
We would like to invite you to partner with us through a generous year end gift. Your gift will touch the lives of coaches and athletes in a profound and eternal way. Would you please pray about your involvement in the ministry through financial giving? FCA welcomes annual gifts or offers the opportunity to spread your gift out monthly by signing up for our Automatic Monthly Partner Plan (AMP). For details, go to submit your gift online, sign up for AMP or learn about non-cash ways of giving to FCA.
May God’s richest blessings be upon you and your family this season!
Your Teammate in Christ,
Kent HowardFCA Rome Area