Founding Fathers
Four of the founding fathers of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. From left to right: Dr. Louis R. Evans, Dr. Roe Johnston, Don McClanen and Branch…
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FCA Gains Solid Footing, Thanks to Branch Rickey
On June 7, 1955, Pittsburgh Pirates executive Branch Rickey (at podium) hosted a banquet in Pittsburgh to introduce FCA to the region and help gain financial…
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First National Conference (Camp) at Estes Park, Colo.
FCA’s first National Conference in 1956 has been called by many the most important event in FCA’s history. However, there was some doubt as to whether…
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"This Fellowship of Christian Athletes is not a namby-pamby thing; it is a courageous organization."
Branch RickeyClick “View Post” to hear Branch Rickey’s address at the first FCA National Conference. (Two parts) Click the arrows below to start the clips. …