“You’ll See”: What God Is Doing through Esko FCA

That plan became reality in January 2025 when the first FCA huddle met. It was small and informal, just a few students gathered around tables in the commons area during lunch. They spent time in a short devotional, prayed together, and talked about what this could become moving forward. It may not have been impressive by most standards, but it was faithful. 

Over the next couple of months, Matt stayed connected with Sarah, encouraging her and providing resources while she led. When he returned to visit in March, he asked her how many students had been coming. 

Her response was simple. “You’ll see.” 

As the huddle began, Matt sat near the front of the room. When he turned around, he was met with something he did not expect. The room was full! Students were even sitting on the floor because there were not enough chairs. In just two months, the group had grown from a handful of students to around forty gathering to study God’s Word together.

At the end of that meeting, Matt had the opportunity to close in prayer. As he finished, the room responded together with a loud “Amen.”

That growth has not slowed. What began as a twice-a-month gathering has become a twice-a-week rhythm, with students choosing to use their lunch period regularly to be there. In a school of roughly 375 students, more than 10% are now consistently involved in the huddle!

According to Sarah, the reason behind it is not complicated. Students are hungry for truth, for community, and for a place where they can grow in their relationship with Jesus. She has kept the structure simple and focused, using short, intentional time in God’s Word while also creating space for students to step forward and lead. They are praying in front of their peers, sharing their testimonies, and even presenting short, Scripture-based messages. In the process, they are not just attending a gathering, they are learning how to live out and communicate their faith.

What is happening at Esko is also a reflection of how God often works through His people together. The connection that led to Sarah came through multiple relationships, including a local church and a leader from Young Life. Each step required someone willing to make an introduction, to share a name, or to support the mission in a different way. Rather than competing, these ministries are working alongside each other with the same goal of reaching students with the Gospel.