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To lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church.

Genaro Hurtado Salinas | A former staff member remembers a lasting friendship

High school students gathered for an FCA huddle

A Friendship That Keeps Bearing Fruit

It’s hard to choose just one story or memory from my time with Santa Barbara FCA. It was a great joy and blessing to serve the Lord in this way.


One story that stands out is a friendship that began when I started coaching at San Marcos High School. The young man I met was already a believer, but he was going through a difficult season. By God’s grace, we became friends, and that friendship has continued through the years.


It gives me joy to see him serving faithfully in his church and continuing to love Jesus. The relationships formed through FCA do not end when a season or a school year is over. They can keep growing as people find community and serve the church.


I’m grateful for the chance to walk alongside him, and for the ways God continues to work in his life. All glory be to God!

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