On-Field Encourager Team

On-Field Encourager

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For a better understanding of what to expect as an on-field "Encourager" at Fields of Faith, 
watch the video below
As a volunteer on the Encourager Team, you have the most important and rewarding role of the night. 
This event was conceived out of answered prayer and should be fully bathed in prayer before, during and after the event. "Encourager" volunteers have more specific Do's and Don'ts because of the seriousness of your role working in direct contact with young people making eternal decisions. Please follow the process and adhere to the procedures below. As an Encourager, you will be required to wear a specific (provided) fluorescent yellow FCA VEST during the event. These VESTS will be distributed to you prior to the event at check-in (5:15-5:45pm). The distinct and unique color will make it easy for students responding on the field to spot the "safe" people. These "safe" people will be the ONLY people allowed on the field during decision time. 

If you have NOT submitted your On-Field Encourager Registration, at the bottom of this page, we simply cannot allow you to work on the field for security reasons. Please know that it is VERY important that we provide a safe environment with solid, mature Christian men and women working with these new brothers and sisters in Christ and must have time to confirm your application through your pastor. These procedures are in place solely for THAT purpose.

Know What to Expect

  1. Don't wait for the students to come find you. Go to them as soon as they step foot on the field and spread out to find space to talk.
  2. Be prepared to have more than 1 student in your group. This is all dependent on how many Encouragers we have available and how many students respond, but the ratio of Students to Encourager is typically 5:1 or 10:1.
  3. Set the tone by engaging and welcoming the student(s) with love, encouragement, and celebration for what God is doing in their life leading them to this point of decision.
  4. Be a good listener. Let them speak, by asking simple questions about why they responded and came forward.
  5. You don't have to have all the answers. Don't rely on your own ability or experiences. Keep praying for the Holy Spirit to guide you with each conversation.
  6. Keep the focus on Jesus and not on denominational issues. (See below for FCA Statement of Faith)
  7. Help clarify the gospel for them to discern the decision they are making in response to the invitation, so they have a greater peace and confidence about knowing Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior.
  8. HELP THEM COMPLETE THE DECISION CARD, in order for us to capture their info for follow-up discipleship after the event, through local churches and FCA ministry.
  9. Encourage them on next steps to grow in their relationship with Jesus by (1) Reading the Bible daily, (2) Praying Daily, (3) and getting plugged into a local church.
  10. Pray with them before dismissing back to seats.

The Gospel Explained in Four Simple Truths

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FCA Statement of Faith
If you agree with FCA's Statement of Faith and are committed to keeping the focus on sharing Jesus, then please proceed to the On-Field Encourager Registration at the bottom of this page. You will receive a confirmation e-mail and more details after you complete and submit your information to officially register. Thank you! 

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On-Field Encourager Registration

*Please plan to arrive at the stadium by 5:30 PM to check-in on the day of the event. Gates open at 6:15 PM and Band starts at 6:50 PM. The goal is to be finished around 8:30 PM. We will contact you with further details after you register to volunteer. Email dsparkman@fca.org if you have any questions.

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