HUDDLE MINISTRY

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WHAT IS A HUDDLE?

Huddles are certified small group Bible studies/devotions for coaches and athletes organized by FCA. The heart of the Huddle is to create a space for two or more coaches or athletes to meet on a regular basis to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ and His church.

WHERE DO HUDDLES EXIST?

Anywhere coaches and athletes are! On the field, at the track, on the mountain, in the pool … wherever coaches and athletes are, we believe Huddles can exist to help those coaches and athletes grow in a relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church. Many are hosted before or after practices, before games or competitions, and on school campuses before school or at lunch.

TYPES OF HUDDLES

DAWGS UNITED: SEATTLE FCA

In Seattle, there is an amazing ministry happening in partnership with the ministry Athletes in Action called "Dawgs United." University of Washington (UW) hosts this Huddle every week where athletes from UW, Seattle Pacific University, Seattle University and Northwest University gather to grow in their faith and experience fellowship in community. Not only this, but God has opened the door to run discipleship at the Olympic House which is a fraternity House on Greek Row. The Team Huddles and 25 Athlete Leaders get equipped there to lead at the bigger, weekly gatherings.


"FCA has played a truly formative role in my growth during my time at the University of Washington. I’ve been blessed with numerous opportunities to serve in leadership roles, such as being part of the Student-Athlete Leadership Team (SALT), a Huddle Leader at summer camp, and a Resident Advisor at The Olympic House. These experiences have not only challenged me to deepen my faith but also allowed me to guide those around me and build the community I sought when I first entered college. Each role brought its own set of challenges, but being surrounded by people who continually pointed me back to God helped me respond to tough situations with love rather than anger. Through these experiences from my time in FCA, I have grown in patience, empathy, and grace for both others and myself."


- Bea, Athlete Leader

HOW TO START A HUDDLE

Ready to learn more about impacting your team or campus for Christ? As you all meet in your Huddles, there is a lot of freedom in how you use your time! However there are a few things that are crucial to the success of your Huddle:

Contact FCA Staff

Gather a Starting Team

Run the Play

GATHER A STARTING TEAM

*Only for on-campus Huddles

1. Volunteer

Every Huddle requires a coach or an adult leader (pastor, parent, teacher) who will be involved with the group and assist the Athlete Leaders. Within this role, you will walk alongside student athlete leaders in your area helping them to grow in their relationship with Jesus and equipping them with the tools they need to make disciples of all whom they influence.

2. Athlete Leaders

The Athlete Leadership Team consists of middle school, high school or college aged athletes who believe in Jesus. Within this role, you will lead at your local Huddle and seek to make disciples of your peers.

3. Church Partner*

Our mission is to lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church. The goal is not to let FCA be the beginning and end of people's faith journey, but be a connector of people and the Church. Youth Pastors or leaders from the local church can volunteer with FCA Huddles as well as sponsor a Huddle. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a church partner with FCA, contact us.

4. Huddle Coach*

The Athlete Leadership Team consists of middle school, high school or college aged athletes who believe in Jesus. Within this role, you will lead at your local Huddle and seek to make disciples of your peers.

5. FCA Staff

Every Huddle requires an FCA staff member to provide support, training and resources to launch and support the ministry.

6. Praying Parents

The final piece to starting a Huddle is inviting parents and guardians to diligently pray for the athletes and Huddles.

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