Juniors Jaxson Lavender, Hannah Gonzalez, Ryder Sullivan, and Travis Gant, senior Victoria Lafon, sophomore Matthew Mainord, junior Sydney Legg, senior Brooklyn Lloyd, senior Khloe Litchenburg, and junior Avery Wall are the 10 FCA leaders for the 2021-2022 school year. FCA stands for “Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Meet the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) leaders
September 15, 2021
Junior Avery Wall is an athletic trainer. “FCA has impacted us to have the same community at school as we do on Monday nights. It’s easy to try to fit in and not stand out for our beliefs, but I think the community we build makes it a lot easier to stick together at school.”
Junior Avery Wall
At a Glance:
Favorite color: Pink
Favorite food: Mac and cheese
Favorite song: “Live Like You Were Dying” by Tim McGraw
Favorite sports team: Auburn University
Sport: Athletic trainer
Looking Deeper:
The Red Ledger: How would you describe FCA to someone unfamiliar with it?
Avery Wall: I would describe FCA as a bunch of students (athletes and non-athletes) that come together every Monday to hang out and talk about Jesus. It’s just a place to have fun and to build relationships with others.
TRL: Why did you want to join the FCA?
AW: I wanted to join FCA because I saw the community that it has. I wanted to surround myself with other Christians that go to Lovejoy.
TRL: What is your favorite part of FCA?
AW: My favorite part of FCA is the small groups. When we get to break into groups of five to six girls, it builds trust within each other. It gives us people to grow with, but also help keep each other accountable.
TRL: What impact have you noticed FCA has on you and other members?
AW: FCA has impacted us to have the same community at school as we do on Monday nights. It’s easy to try to fit in and not stand out for our beliefs, but I think the community we build makes it a lot easier to stick together at school.
Senior Khloe Litchenburg is one of the FCA leaders this school year. “FCA has taught me that there is something greater than myself and that community and being around other people who lift you up is one of the biggest joys in high school.”
Senior Khloe Litchenburg
At a Glance:
Favorite color: Pink
Favorite food: Sushi
Favorite song: “Up There” by Post Malone
Looking Deeper:
The Red Ledger: Why did you want to be a part of the FCA?
Khloe Litchenburg: I wanted to be a part of the FCA because I think being in a community so tight and all in there for the same purpose is such a good thing for people. I also wanted to have a platform to share what I believe in.
TRL: What impact has the FCA had on you?
KL: FCA has taught me that there is something greater than myself and that community and being around other people who lift you up is one of the biggest joys in high school.
TRL: What is your favorite part of the FCA?
KL: My favorite part of the FCA is the bond that people build together, just being together once a week on a Monday night and watching those friendships form and grow.
Junior Travis Gant is a football and baseball player. “FCA has brought me closer to God and stronger in my faith as and I have seen it do the exact same thing, if not more, in others.”
Junior Travis Gant
At a Glance:
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite food: Fried Okra
Favorite song: “Don’t It” by Billy Currington
Favorite sports Team: Texas Longhorn
Sports: Football and basketball
Looking Deeper:
The Red Ledger: Why did you want to join the FCA?
Travis Gant: I wanted to join because of the way that Sam Clay, Law Legg, and Cade Coppinger helped me grow in my faith. I wanted to do that for other kids.
TRL: What impact has the FCA had on you?
TG: FCA has brought me closer to God and stronger in my faith as and I have seen it do the exact same thing, if not more, in others.
TRL: What is your favorite part of the FCA?
TG: My favorite part of FCA is probably the worship and then the devotionals.
Junior Ryder Sullivan is one of the FCA leaders this year. “FCA has impacted me by giving me a community of other Christ followers with amazing people who are passionate about God. FCA provides an outlet to many others and is a great community for Christians and others who want to follow Christ.”
Junior Ryder Sullivan
At a Glance:
Favorite color: Dark turquoise or light blue
Favorite food: Steak or ice cream
Favorite sports team: Yankees
Favorite sport: Baseball or volleyball
Looking Deeper:
The Red Ledger: Why did you want to join FCA?
Ryder Sullivan: I joined FCA because I wanted to be a leader and inspiration for people and share God’s word through my community.
TRL: What is the main purpose of FCA?
RS: The main purpose of FCA is to spread God’s word with fellow high schoolers at our school and to create a community in Christ.
TRL: What is your favorite part of FCA?
RS: My favorite part of FCA is seeing all of the high school students being passionate for God and seeing what the week’s message offers.
TRL: How has FCA impacted you?
RS: FCA has impacted me by giving me a community of other Christ followers with amazing people who are passionate about God. FCA provides an outlet to many others and is a great community for Christians and others who want to follow Christ.