Eastern Iowa FCA

Choosing a Life of Love

We have a choice about what we spend our time on, how we spend it and to whom we give it.

We’ve committed to God’s team. We’ve cultivated our faith to receive God’s love more and become more like Jesus. Now, will we choose to love like Jesus?

“I give you a new command: Love one another. Just as I have loved you, you are also to love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” — John 13:34-35

Jesus’ disciples were a team. He gave them a command two separate times: love each other. The same command echoes to us today.

God wants you to love your coaching staff, teammates, team manager and everyone involved in the program. God has you where you are, with the people you are with, for however long you are with them, so that they can experience God’s love for them through you.

“This is my command: Love one another as I have loved you.” — John 15:12

When Jesus says, “Love one another as I have loved you,” He is telling His disciples—and us—that His life is the playbook for how we love those around us.

Because Jesus sacrificed for others, we sacrifice for others.

Because Jesus served others, we serve others.

Because Jesus walked the earth with a “There you are” attitude instead of a “Here I am” attitude, we adopt a similar posture.

Jesus loved those whom others ignored. If we want to love like Jesus, we will also choose to love those who go unnoticed. What kindness can you show them, so they see Jesus’ love through you?

Jesus loved those whom others ignored. We’re proven when we choose to do the same.

📖 Quarter Verse

“This is my command: Love one another as I have loved you.” — John 15:12

🎣 We're excited to partner with Mississippi Valley FCA for the One Five Three Kayak Bass Tournament at Lake McBride!

More than just a day of fishing, this event brings together competition, community, and faith in the great outdoors. Whether you're an experienced angler or simply enjoy being on the water, this is a great opportunity to connect with others and enjoy a memorable day on the lake.

📅 June 13, 2026
📍 Lake McBride | Solon, Iowa
⏰ 5:30 AM Start
🏆 Prizes and fellowship to follow

Join us as we support Mississippi Valley FCA and gather for a day of fishing, fellowship, and fun.

"So Simon Peter climbed back into the boat and dragged the net ashore. It was full of large fish, 153, but even with so many the net was not torn." — John 21:11

👉 Register today: mvfcaiowa.org/bass-kayak-fishing-tournament

1 I look up to the mountains—
does my help come from there?
2 My help comes from the Lord,
who made heaven and earth!

Psalm 121:1-2

🏈 Calling all offensive and defensive linemen! 🏈

This isn't your typical football camp.

Join us on July 25 at North Liberty High School for a full day of elite coaching, competition, and growth. Learn from former college and professional players who are passionate about developing the next generation of linemen.

💪 Position-specific instruction
🏃 Performance testing (40-yard dash, 20-yard dash, broad jump, and pro agility shuttle)
🔥 Competitive one-on-one drills
🙏 Faith-based encouragement and leadership development

Throughout the day, athletes will be challenged physically and spiritually as they learn how FCA's core values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, and serving apply both on and off the field.

Come ready to compete. Come ready to grow.

✅ Register here: easterniowafca.org/linemancamp