FCA Outdoors Indiana

05/13/2026

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05/13/2026

About five years ago, a man named Dave began attending a local FCA Outdoors men’s Bible study. Through that, he eventually came on a hog hunt in Arkansas. During that trip, Dave recommitted his life to Christ. From there, he continued to grow through Bible studies back home, and over time, he was even baptized. God was clearly working in his life.

Fast forward to this year.

Dave invited his son, Luke, to come on a hog hunt. Luke had been going through some struggles, and Dave felt led to bring him into this environment, hoping it could be a place where God could move in his life as well.

Early in the trip, during one of our devotionals, I noticed Luke beginning to break down emotionally. It was clear that God was working on his heart.

One evening, I took Luke out to a box blind to hunt hogs. While we were sitting there, I asked him a simple but important question. I said, “Would you be willing to pray tonight and ask yourself if Jesus Christ is truly in your heart?”

Luke responded, “Yes, I’ll pray about that.”

As I left him that night, I truly felt like I would have the opportunity to come back and walk him through a prayer of salvation. But as I started heading back out to the blind later, I felt a very clear nudge from the Lord.

“Not tonight, Cory.”

I didn’t fully understand it in the moment. In fact, I was a little frustrated. But I chose to be obedient.

The next day, everything became clear.

Luke had gone out to help others fill feeders, and his dad, Dave, came up to me. He was emotional and said, “Cory, I haven’t been fair to my son. I’ve been hard on him. I haven’t been the role model I should be. I need to ask my son for forgiveness.”

I asked Dave if he would be willing to go on a UTV ride with Luke and me so we could talk.

Out there, in the middle of the woods, Dave broke down in tears and asked his son for forgiveness.

And Luke accepted it.

In that moment, something shifted.

After that, I looked at Luke and asked, “Are you ready to accept Jesus Christ into your heart?”

And right there, with his dad beside him, Luke said yes.

We prayed together, and Luke gave his life to Christ.

We drove back to camp and celebrated what God had just done.

This is why we do what we do.

FCA Outdoors isn’t just about hunting. It’s about creating space for God to move. It’s about relationships, restoration, and seeing lives changed through the Gospel.

Thank you for praying for this ministry and for being part of what God is doing through FCA Outdoors.

Grateful,
Cory Cassel
FCA Outdoors Indiana

05/13/2026

There is just something special about this hat.

To most people, it may just look like a baseball hat. But to me, it represents a journey that only God could have written.

Baseball and the outdoors have always been two of the biggest passions in my life. Long before full time ministry, God was already using both to shape my heart. From dugouts, practices, and long weekends at the ballpark… to deer blinds, fishing trips, campfires, and conversations in the outdoors… I have watched Him use both places to open doors for the Gospel.

What has always amazed me is how connected those two worlds really are.

Some of the greatest conversations about faith, purpose, life, and Jesus have happened either on a baseball field or in the outdoors. Different settings. Same mission.

That is why this hat means so much to me.

A donor had the vision for this idea, and with approval through the Fins baseball organization, it became reality. Seeing the FCA Outdoors logo stitched onto the side of a baseball hat honestly hit me harder than I expected.

Because it is more than a logo.

It is a reminder that ministry does not stay inside four walls. It is a reminder that God can use the passions He placed inside us for His glory. It is a reminder that the mission field can be anywhere.

That small FCA Outdoors logo on the side of this hat represents prayers in dugouts. Devotions after games. Conversations in deer camps. Young athletes learning about Christ. Men reconnecting with God in the outdoors. Families being impacted through relationships and discipleship.

It represents two passions God brought together into one mission.

For years, baseball was a huge part of my life. The outdoors became another tool God used to reach people. Now seeing FCA Outdoors connected to the baseball field feels like God bringing parts of my story together in a way only He could.

Every time I wear this hat, I will be reminded that the platform is never about us. It is about using every opportunity, every relationship, and every passion to point people toward Jesus.

“Whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Corinthians 10:31

Truly thankful for the people God has placed around me and excited to continue watching Him move through both baseball and FCA Outdoors.

05/09/2026

One free weekend. No baseball. No packed schedule. Just me and my son in the turkey woods this morning.

With FCA Outdoors, I spend a lot of time taking other people hunting, discipling, mentoring, and pouring into relationships. I truly love it and wouldn’t trade it for anything. But mornings like this remind me how important it is to slow down and spend intentional time with your own family too.

Meanwhile… my son is over here nodding off while I’m trying not to laugh filming him. 😂🦃😴

These are the moments I’ll remember forever.

“Children are a gift from the Lord.”
Psalm 127:3

Thankful for a quiet morning in God’s creation and some much needed bonding time together.

05/06/2026

🔥 HUGE NEWS 🔥

After an incredible Youth Hog Hunt last year and seeing God move in such a powerful way through the outdoors, mentorship, and discipleship… we’re doing it AGAIN this October in Arkansas!

This hunt is designed for youth hunters and will be focused on:
• Hunting
• Mentorship
• Devotionals
• Fellowship
• Outdoor adventure
• Building young leaders in Christ

Last year was unforgettable, and we are believing this year will be even bigger and more impactful.

📅 Dates and more information coming soon!
📍 Spots will be limited.

If you want to get your youth hunter on the early interest list, contact Cory Cassel with FCA Outdoors today.

📞 260-414-7693
📧 [email protected]

Don’t wait… this trip filled fast last year!

04/29/2026

There’s just something different about a sunrise in the woods.

This morning the birds were chirping, the woods slowly waking up, and for a moment everything just felt still. Peaceful. Purposeful.

Turkey season brings a lot of excitement, but days like today are a reminder… it’s not always about the hunt. It’s about stepping away from the noise of life. It’s about men choosing to take a day off, not just to chase a bird, but to be present… to slow down… and to have real conversations about life and about Jesus.

Out here, away from distractions, hearts tend to open up a little more. Conversations go a little deeper. And that’s where the real impact happens.

“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.” — Psalm 19:1

Grateful for mornings like this. Grateful for the opportunity to walk alongside men in the outdoors and point everything back to Him.

04/23/2026

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04/19/2026

FCA Outdoors Update

Youth turkey season has definitely been a challenge this year. Between juggling baseball schedules, storms rolling through, and some strong winds, it has not been easy getting everyone into the woods.

But just because things get difficult does not mean we quit.

Scripture reminds us in Galatians 6:9
“Let us not grow weary of doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

That verse hits home this week. Ministry in the outdoors is not always smooth. Weather changes, schedules collide, and plans get adjusted. But the mission remains the same. Time in the woods, conversations in the blind, and opportunities to share the Gospel still matter.

We are not giving up.

There are still more opportunities coming over the next few weeks as turkey season continues, and we are excited to see what God has in store. Sometimes the best stories happen after the toughest starts.

Please keep praying for safe hunts, good weather, and most importantly for the conversations that happen in the woods.

Stay tuned. The season is not over yet.