Redhawks Flock Together on Move-In Day
Pat Lynch • August 27, 2025
Field Ambassador Norm Slosted connected with a few FCA friends, both old and new, at the Simpson University New Student Move-In Day. Athletic Director Rob Harley (Lt) has been leading the department since Spring of 2023 and has been a great partner with FCA. Brandon Hall (Rt-Middle) served two years as the FCA Huddle President before graduating. He now serves as the Missions Coordinator. Brandon's Cousin Jonathan Hall (Far Rt) is the FCA Simpson Huddle Advisor and Head Cross-Country and Track & Field Coach. FCA enjoys partnering with these incredible people.
New student-athlete Michael Wood (Bottom) hails from Walnut Creek and is a member of the Simpson Men's Basketball Team. He is also a vocalist on the Simpson Chapel Worship Band and plans to join in with FCA on campus. We look forward to seeing who God will raise up as spiritual leaders from amongst the incoming class.
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General Info 18 Holes of Golf Free Driving Range Golf Cart & Beverages Kona Shave Ice Treat BBQ Tri-Tip & Chicken Dinner Extras Raffle Prizes 50/50 Contest Hole-In-One Putting Contest Longest Drive Closest to the Pin Time Check-In Begins at 11:30 AM Tee Off at 1:00 PM Dinner/Awards at 6:00 PM+/- Tournament Fees $135 / Golfer $500 / Foursome Questions? Norm Slosted, Committee Co-Chair nslosted@fca.org 530-650-1301 or Dave Gowan, Committee Co-Chair dave@redbluffchamber.com 530-736-9618
Earlier this Summer, Simpson University President Norm Hall reached out to FCA Field Ambassador Norm Slosted and ordered FCA Sports Bibles for every student athlete and coach. Five hundred and seventy-six (576) Bibles arrived on campus and were first gifted to the early-arrival, Fall sports athletes.
The FCA staff application and onboarding process is extensive, increasing the confidence FCA is a good fit and the candidate is "called" by God to ministry. We are excited to announce the candidacy of Jared Gallardo for the position of Area Director to the CA North State Central Counties of Shasta, Tehama, and Trinity.The last step before an offer of employment is extended and the prospective staff can begin raising support is "Bootcamp". Jared will be heading to the FCA Support Center in Kansas City this September for a three day bootcamp orientation and training.
Norm Slosted met with PE Teacher & Track Coach Dan West earlier this summer to discuss how Anderson Middle School could launch an FCA Huddle on campus. Coach West has identified student-leaders to initiate chartering the club on campus. He is looking forward to supporting these young student-athletes as they grow in their faith and leadership on campus.
FCA Huddles participate in the Worldwide student prayer event every September. This year's event is September 24, 2025. Most campuses will meet around the flagpole in the morning before first period.
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.
The Orland HS FCA Huddle hosted a lunchtime Kickball Challenge between students and teachers. While the competitive spirit was aroused, everyone enjoyed the brief escape from the classroom. Huddle Advisors Cory Goga and Jessica Johnson showed their athleticism both on offense and defense. Norm Slosted closed the competition with a challenge to steward our thoughts biblically--taking every thought captive to the mind of Christ (2 Cor. 10:5.)
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) .
