FCA Hockey Podcast

In this conversation, Christopher Brown, FCA Hockey's newest full time staff member, shares his transformative journey of faith, relationships, and personal growth through the lens of hockey and missions. He discusses the challenges of addiction, the importance of community, and the impact of family dynamics on his life. Chris emphasizes the significance of vulnerability, discipleship, and obedience in his walk with the Lord, as well as the beauty of sharing the gospel in various contexts, including his experiences in the Middle East. His story is a testament to the power of faith and the call to serve others through the hockey world and beyond!

00:00 Introduction to FCA Hockey Podcast

02:31 Chris Brown's Journey to FCA Hockey

05:24 Family Background and Early Influences

08:45 The Impact of Hockey on Life and Faith

11:34 Struggles with Addiction and Finding Faith

14:26The Transformative Experience at FCA Camp

17:19 Building Relationships and Community at NorthStar

20:40 Confession and Growth in Faith

23:30 Discipleship and Leadership Development

26:37 The Role of Accountability in Personal Growth

29:27 Final Reflections and Future Aspirations

37:37 Transformation from Selfishness to Selflessness

40:53 The Burnout and the Call to New Opportunities

48:57 A Heart for Missions and the Journey to YWAM

52:08 Returning to Hockey with a New Purpose

59:41 The Impact of Faith in the Hockey Community

01:08:02 Experiences in Turkey and Pakistan: A Missionary Journey

01:14:53 Journey of Transformation

01:17:54 Marriage and Missionary Life

01:21:00 Impacting Lives Through Ministry

01:23:51 Encouragement for Aspiring Missionaries

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In this episode of the FCA Hockey Podcast, host Joshua Freitas, Rick Randazzo, and Tim Jackman discuss the exciting announcement of the new Warrior Fellowship Academy U18 Prep Team. They emphasize the importance of discipleship and development in young men's lives, the significance of community and fellowship, and the reasons for choosing Lynchburg, Virginia as their base. The conversation also highlights the coaching philosophy centered around biblical principles and the ten traits of a Godly man, aiming to equip young athletes for success both on and off the ice.

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FCA Hockey Podcast brings you a Thanksgiving reflection devotional message on what scripture says about being thankful. Take a listen as Podcast host, Joshua Freitas, dives into FCA Hockey updates and what being thankful can bring to our lives.

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In Episode 8 of the FCA Hockey podcast we have a very special guest, Jackson Drum. Jackson is an FCA Hockey camper, intern, and player at several of our past FCA Hockey events. Jackson and his Mom, Erica Drum, share about Jackson's recent accident where he broke is C1 and C2 in his spine. An injury that doctor's labeled him as, "quadrapalegic," but Jackson wouldn't let that be his story. Jackson shares about his faith, the support he had from family and friends during this journey, and how the Lord's favor has been on him the whole time. Listen in as Jackson shares his incredible journey!

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The FCA Hockey Podcast is excited to bring Rocco Grimaldi to the Podcast. Rocco will be entering into his 12th year of professional hockey, playing in the American Hockey League (AHL), National Hockey League (NHL), and now the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) in Russia. Rocco goes through his journey of how he shares the gospel with his teammates and how that has changed over the years. If you are curious about how to share the gospel with your teammates, how Rocco sticks close to the Lord while being an elite level hockey players, you don't want to miss this podcast.

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FCA Hockey had a summer full of ministry events and camps where we saw hundreds of coaches and athletes grow their relationship with Jesus Christ. In this episode, FCA Hockey staff members Tim Jackman, Rick Randazzo, Aaron Randazzo, and Josh Freitas dive into each ministry event throughout the 2025 summer discussing highlights, upcoming events, and some fun filled memories. Please join us in listening to how the Lord moved this past summer.

Men's Christian Cup - 4:05

ACHA Coaches Convention - 17:30

Team FCA & Jr. Team FCA - 24:30

Boys Skills Camp - 36:30

Advanced and Elite Goalie Camp - 45:50

Competitor's Camp - 56:00

Xtreme Character Challenge (XCC) - 59:30

Chowder Cup - 1:04:45

Jr. Christian Cup - 1:17:30

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The FCA Hockey Podcast is proud to bring you an interview and testimony of NHL Coach and former professional hockey player Brad Larsen. Brad shares how his experience growing up and what his life is like now living for Christ are two different worlds. He shares what he would suggest young hockey players to put their identity in as they climb the ranks of hockey. Please enjoy episode 5 and remember to like, follow, and comment on our episodes!

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We are excited to have Tim Jackman, former professional hockey player, full-time FCA Hockey staff member, husband, father, and friend share his story about how his faith transformed his life on and off the ice. Listen as we hear his journey into hockey, how he journeyed through the ranks of professional hockey, and how the Lord transformed how he played the game, coaches, and lives out his life as a father and husband!

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In Episode 3 of the FCA Hockey Origins series we wrap up the Randazzo Story with where FCA Hockey is currently and what the future holds for our ministry. Join us for the conclusion of the Randazzo story!

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In episode 2 of the FCA Hockey podcast we dive into Part 2 of The Randazzo story and how FCA Hockey got started. Rick provides specific insight on the process of how FCA Hockey was formed, the story behind the 50 state tour and how the Randazzo's hosted hockey camps in all 50 states, and the extreme faith it took to follow the Lords leading.

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