FCA Rockbridge County

“For none of us lives for himself, and no one dies for himself. If we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord. Therefore, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.” — Romans 14:7-8

The world tells us we have to earn acceptance through our performance, popularity or success. But those things will never satisfy our deepest need to belong. In Christ, we don't have to strive for approval—we already have it. Our identity isn't built on wins, stats or what others think of us. It's rooted in the unchanging truth that we belong to the Lord.

When you know whose you are, you're free to compete, lead and live with confidence, not because you've earned your place but because Jesus has already secured it.

“No foul language should come from your mouth, but only what is good for building up someone in need, so that it gives grace to those who hear.” — Ephesians 4:29

Pressure moments reveal a lot. When frustration rises and emotions take over, the words we choose can either add to the chaos or bring calm. Athletes know the impact of a teammate or coach who can slow things down and speak life when it matters most. The right words can restore confidence, strengthen others and help a team move forward.

God calls us to use our words to build others up and reflect His grace — especially in moments of pressure. Choose words that encourage. Choose words that strengthen. Choose words that point others to Christ.

Al and Greg prayed around LDMS today!

As a community let’s continue praying for our schools throughout the year!

Our MRMS prayer walk team this morning!

RCHS Prayer Walk team this morning!

If you missed the prayer walks this morning join us tomorrow Tuesday, August 4th:
8:00 am - RCHS (walk around entire school)
9:00 am - MRMS (walk around entire school)
10:00 am - LDMS (walk around entire school)

Washington & Lee University prayer walk begins at the University Chapel which will be the new meeting place for our Coaches Huddle each Wednesday starting in September.

The 2026-27 school year Prayer Walk starts at Parry McCluer High School! Finished up walking around Parry McCluer Middle School praying for a smooth transition and for a new FCA Huddle Coach!

For the past six years we have started the school year by circling each school that has a FCA Huddle in prayer and we plan to do that again this year! We will walk around each school praying for the students & their families, teachers, staff and administrators.

Anyone in the community is welcome to join! The "Circle of Prayer" schedule is:

Monday, August 3rd:
8:00 am - PMHS Huddle (walk around front lot)
9:00 am - PMMS Huddle (located at PMHS, walk around front parking lot)
10:00 am - Washington & Lee University (walk thru colonnade and circle by chapel & church)

Tuesday, August 4th:
8:00 am - RCHS (walk around entire school)
9:00 am - MRMS (walk around entire school)
10:00 am - LDMS (walk around entire school)