2nd annual FCA Motocross Camp teaches driving techniques, builds sense of faith

 

Families from across Mississippi and 6 other states are at camp

 

PURVIS, Miss. (WDAM) – Digging up dirt while building faith.

 

That’s the goal of this year’s motocross camp put on by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

 

“Teaching these kids how to ride better, but most importantly they are also teaching them how to grow closer to Jesus,” FCA Motocross Camp director Chuck Gagliano said.

 

Gagliano tells WDAM that more than 50 kids came out for the week-long camp at the Lamar County Multi-Purpose Center.

 

Families have come in from Mississippi and six other states, even as far as Illinois.

 

“We teach them certain techniques that’ll help them ride at a very low risk and ride better and faster,” Gagliano said.

 

When the kids aren’t on the track, they’re inside learning more about the Bible and its teachings.

 

“Moses walking up to the Sinai Mountain, I didn’t know much about that,” camper Noah Branning said.

 

Instructor Haley Davenport said she’s seen the program’s impact.

 

“I’ve seen a lot of kids I was a camper with, and now as a leader for campers, I’ve seen them grow extremely with the Lord,” said Davenport.

 

The kids also are getting the chance to learn from a pro: freestyle motocross rider Kenny Bartram.

 

“I only come a day or two, but it’s an amazing thing to know i was a part of that,” Bartram said.

 

Leaders said they hope to see the kids eventually give their lives to Christ and walk away with a stronger sense of connection.

 

“It kind of brings it back to where God isn’t like ‘Oh, i don’t wanna,’” Bartram said. “God is cool, and we love him, too.”

 

Gagliano said God’s at the heart of the camp.

 

“It’s about showing his glory through our lives and reflecting that glory onto people we meet,” Gagliano said.

 

Applications for next year’s program camp will open in December.

 

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