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Rev. Stacey Duffey

Youth Minister




June '22  Angela Peterson-Ford Award Recipients

Jorden L. Morrow

Jorden is a 5th grader at Legacy Christian Academy - Frisco.  He was on the A Honor Roll for the entire school year.  Jorden received the "Joy" Character Award by his teacher because of his demonstration of happiness even when things are difficult.   


He is a member of the Legacy and Daredevils basketball teams averaging 14 points per game as one of their top players.  The Daredevils team took 2nd place overall this season.


Jorden is active in community service activities with Kappa League and Kappa Kamp and a member of FBCTC AWANA Clubs.


He enjoys playing basketball, his drums, coding and memorizing scriptures. He is the son of Sis. Natasha Morrow. 

Kori Espadron

Kori completed 4th grade at Bright Academy on the A/B Honor Roll.  


During the school year, Kori was tested and awarded entry to participate in the Frisco ISD Gifted and Talented Education Program. She also completed the inaugural 4th/5th Grade Entrepreneur Business Camp.  Students participating in the camp brainstorm business-marketing ideas and showcase products to members of the Frisco Education Foundation and community members.


Kori is active in Girl Scout Troop 1017, the FBCTC Youth Ministry, and  Angels of Harvest Dance Ministry. She enjoys playing volleyball, basketball and soccer. She is the daughter of Bro. Kendrick and Sis. Trina Espadron.

Jaeden Spellman (photo not available)

Jaeden is a 7th grader at Hunt Middle School in Frisco ISD. In the 1st, 3rd, and 4th quarters of the school year Jaeden made the A honor roll. 


He was the recipient of the 2021-22 7th Grade Science Outstanding Achievement Award and Frisco ISD Ethos Leadership Award.


Jaeden is a member of the FBCTC Youth Choir, Junior Deacon Ministry, and AWANA TNT Club member.  He is the son of Sis. Patricia Roy.

Kensli Espadron

Kensli finished 8th grade at Stafford Middle School earning several high school credits. She was a member of the 8th grade Lady Spartan Volleyball and Soccer Teams. She was also a member of Stafford Show Stoppers Theater Performers.


This summer, Kensli was the 1st Girl Scout of Troop 1017 to bridge to Senior Girl Scout level and was recognized as a Troop Student Leader. She achieved a Bronze Medal with a project that improved the traffic flow in her neighborhood. She is currently working on a Silver Medal.  The topic of her project is Helping to Disrupt the School to Prison Pipeline by providing books to pre-school students.


Kensli was a mentor in the Frisco Education Foundation Youth Entrepreneur Business Camp this summer and completed her final year as a member of Delta Sigma Theta's Delta Academy Program. 


She active in FBCTC Youth Ministry, Youth Choir.  She is also involved in recreation soccer and club volleyball.  Kensli is the daughter of Bro. Kendrick and Sis. Trina Espadron. 

Sinaya Holder

Sinaya completed her freshman year at Creekview High School in Carrollton ISD. She earned all A's the last two semesters ending the year with a 3.9 Grade Point Average.  


Sinaya was a member of the Freshman Volleyball team, quickly advancing to the Junior Varsity team, and finished the season playing varsity volleyball.  Focus and hard work earned her the Most Improved Player Award for the season.


During the Spring, Sinaya was accept and completed AG Discovery Program at Prairie View A&M University sponsored by the U. S. Department of Agriculture. The program was a unique opportunity for her to explore agricultural sciences and gained knowledge about possible career options including veterinary science, which is her career goal.


Sinaya was a Delta Gem participant with the Delta Sigma Theta CCAC Youth Program in which she has participated during past 4 years.  She is also a member of the FBCTC Daughters of the King Praise Dance Ministry and Youth Choir.  She is the daughter of Sis. Donnette Holder.


Mekaelah Harris

Mekaelah entered Lone Star High School for her freshman year maintaining all A's and B's.


Her love for music steered her towards the high school band where she plays tuba in the marching and concert band.  One of the band's accomplishments was performing in the state finals in San Antonio Texas. 


Mekaelah is also a member of the Lone Start High School Basketball Team and the FBCTC Dance Ministry. Her favorite scripture is Romans 8:28.


She is the daughter of Bro. Johnny and Sis. Mechelle Harris.

The Youth Recognition Awards Program recognizes students in pre-school through college/university, trade, military, and graduate school.  To recognize your student on 4th Sundays, please complete the submission form located on the FBCTC website at www.fbctc.net or submit an email to achievements@fbc-tc.org.

Preparing Today’s Youth for Tomorrow’s World


In a world of rapid change, young people need the right mix of skills to thrive. Access to information is increasing, and memorizing facts is less important today than in the past. Although academic skills remain important, they are not sufficient to foster thoughtful, productive, and engaged citizens. Young people everywhere need to develop a greater breadth of skills to evaluate and apply knowledge in ways that meet the new demands of our changing social and economic landscape.


Skills like communication, teamwork, critical thinking, and flexibility have always been important for work and life. But they will be even more crucial for future generations. Rapid advances in technology are transforming the world of work, and by 2020 an estimated 83 million jobs around the globe will go unfilled due to lack of skills. We are also more connected than ever before, and complex global challenges such as climate change and health epidemics call for leaders and citizens who are able to collaborate with diverse groups to solve problems.


Source: Stanford Social Innovation

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Keep Kids Safe This Summer

Hot weather provides opportunities for kids to enjoy the outdoors. Take steps to keep them safe and healthy, both indoors and outdoors.

Master Water Safety

Swimming and other water activities are excellent ways to get the physical activity and health benefits needed for a healthy life. Get the most from these activities while helping everyone stay safe and healthy.

  • Parents and caregivers play a key role in protecting children from drowning. When kids are in or near water, closely supervise them at all times.
  • Help prevent recreational water illnesses, which is illness caused by germs and chemicals found in the water we swim in. Keep the pee, poop, sweat, and dirt out of the water. Take kids on bathroom breaks and check diapers every hour, and change them in a bathroom or diaper-changing area–not poolside–to keep germs away from the pool.
  • Stay safe while boating by wearing a life jacket. Properly fitted life jackets can prevent drownings and should be worn at all times by everyone on any boat.


Be Sun Smart

Just a few serious sunburns can increase your child’s risk of skin cancer later in life. Adults and children need protection from ultraviolet (UV) rays whenever they’re outdoors. Learn how to protect your child from sun damage.

  • Seek shade when necessary. UV rays are strongest and most harmful during midday, so it’s best to plan indoor activities then. If this is not possible, seek shade under a tree, an umbrella, or a pop-up tent.
  • When possible, cover up with long-sleeved shirts and long pants and skirts to provide protection from UV rays.
  • Wear a hat that shades the face, scalp, ears, and neck. If your child chooses a baseball cap, be sure to protect exposed areas with sunscreen.
  • Wear sunglasses . They protect your child’s eyes from UV rays, which can lead to cataracts later in life.
  • Use a sunscreen with at least SPF (sun protection factor) 15 every time your child goes outside. For the best protection, apply sunscreen generously 30 minutes before going outdoors. Don’t forget to protect ears, noses, lips, and the tops of feet.



Source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention

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SHARE WORD: “So be sure when you step, Step with care and great tact. And remember that life’s A Great Balancing Act. And will you succeed? Yes! You will, indeed! (98 and ¾ percent guaranteed) Kid, you’ll move mountains.” ― Dr. Seuss

SHARE is a Youth Ministry publication.  For questions or information please contact

Rev. Stacey Duffey, Youth Minister at youthministry@fbc-tc.org

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