Statement of Purpose
The primary purpose of FRCAA is three-fold:
- to promote Christian testimony in athletic competition,
- to provide fellowship for Christian athletes,
- to facilitate a sports season of competition culminating in an end-of-season tournament.
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Testimony
As Christians, we want to respond in a way that honors God. Specifically, we ask and expect every FRCAA member – their players, coaches, parents, and administration – to edify their teammates, respect their opponents, and give of their gifts with excellence. Win or lose, we need to walk with grateful hearts, showing humility, realizing our ultimate victory is inChrist’s finished work on the cross. |
Fellowship
Relationship among teammates and across teams is strengthened as we get to know one another in Christian love. As Christians, we believe our opponent is not our enemy; so we celebrate our belief that God loves all His children. |
Season
Our prayer is that our seasons and tournaments provide an opportunity for blessing. First, for God to continue His good work in every participant and in every team; second, for everyone to have a fulfilling competitive sports season with memories that God can bring to mind over time; and third, for each person to leave a Christ-like legacy upon which future teams can build and benefit. |
There are many scriptures that underpin our purpose. One that summarizes well:
“Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not onlyfor his own interests, but also for the interests of others.” -- Philippians 2:1-4
“Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not onlyfor his own interests, but also for the interests of others.” -- Philippians 2:1-4