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Skill/ Advance FCA

I'm back with another exciting 2 part camp starting with skills camp on June 8th. I was in charge with the littlest group aging from 8-10 years old. They were a ball of energy and with 5 guys helping out, they ran around like sheep. Everyone was greatly effected by our bible talks, testimonies and little spark conversations that grew interest in God. we had a busy schedule starting at 6:15 AM and ending at 11 PM. We worked out, skated, played sports, ate and had huddle talks. At the camp ground at Luther Crest bible camp, we had interesting prayers before dinner, played games like gaga ball, dodge ball, basketball, ping ball, fools ball and air hockey. During the night worship service, Josh Wagner (Also my roommate) sang his heart out for God and each night we had a Testimony from interns, coaches and FCA staff during the week. We had over 40 kid walked away with a renewed faith and it was fantastic.
   Straight after the skill camp ended on June 12th, advance camp kids ages 13-17 started coming in to start the next 4 in a half days of camp. These guys are gifted whether its from skating, shooting, passing; Or communicating, having a good attitude or teachable. These guys are so respectful, helpful kids. During this camp we did Yoga which was a first for all us guys to do, but it was an eye opening experience. Then had power skating session in the morning, skill session in the afternoon with One-timers on day one, battle drills on day two, stick handling on day three and lastly special teams on day four. We watched the big game 7 Stanley Cup Finales at the camp ground, we missed the 1st 10 minutes of the game because someone was was trying to watch the Canadian broadcast instead of American. We had many amazing testimonies, one from a Northstar player and Stas Agafonov, our Russian friend for the month. His mission is to spread FCA Hockey, 'to make disciples of Christ' in Russia.

   we have been blessed to grow through these camps mentoring these kids and have them set up to continually have us as a outlet to talk about Jesus and how to live by what the bible said. I've learned how much work it takes to make this happen and grown my endurance emotionally, physically and spiritually. I have never been able to do this internship without support from donations. Please continue to pray for FCA Hockey and everyone beside the scenes serving for Christ to spread his message around the globe. tap this link, Ethan McKinley FCA Donations , to donate. 
(Left to right- Noah, Ethan, Josh, Kacey)

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