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Feb '25
Athletes for Christ: Growing in Faith and Sports
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Feb '25
A new year has begun, and we are with the enery at the top because of our Athletes for Christ sports program! Last year, we witnessed incredible growth among our students, both in their athletic skills and their spiritual path. Practicing three times a week in the afterschool program, these young athletes are not only improving their skills but also using sports as a platform to spread the gospel.
Our Sports Program Director, Mr. Alexander, shared his enthusiasm:“It’s amazing to see how the students are prioritizing their spiritual growth alongside their athletic performance. Their goals now extend beyond the game, focusing on their relationship with God.”
Mr. Harvy also emphasized this transformation, saying, “Barriers have been broken. More students are dedicated to strengthening their communion with God, which is reflected in the growth of the Jubilee Church youth ministry.”
One of the key objectives of the program is for every athlete to become an active member of the church. The sports program is also open to youth from the surrounding community, welcoming those who wish to grow spiritually through sports and take the message of salvation to their homes. The vision for 2025 is clear: to see all Athletes for Christ participants fully engaged in Jubilee’s youth ministry.
Exciting developments are taking place within the program. For the first time, female students will have the opportunity to join the soccer team, whereas before, they were limited to the handball team. This expansion has been met with great enthusiasm!
Top 5 Highlights of the Athletes for Christ Program
5. The growth of Jubilee School has allowed for better facilities and high-quality spaces for training sessions.
4. Competing outside of school creates exciting opportunities for students to share the gospel beyond our walls. A highlight of the program is the opportunity for students aged 14-17 to compete against adult teams from the National Autonomous University of Honduras (UNAH). These friendly matches, held weekly, provide valuable experience on professional-sized fields and serve a greater purpose—to attract more people to Christ through sports. As Mr. Alexander puts it, “The goal is to reach the masses and expand the gospel.”
3. The inclusion of community youth who are not enrolled at Jubilee School has enriched the program, and many of them are now actively participating in the church’s youth ministry.
2. The commitment of our students—both morally and academically—has been outstanding, as they strive to maintain their place in the program.
1. Jubilee is now recognized not only for its athletic excellence but also for the spiritual growth of its athletes! The scense of the programs it’s evident in this verse “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Philipians 3:14. We are working hard to win the God’s better award! His presence in everything we do.
The Athletes for Christ program continues to be a powerful tool for transforming lives through sports and faith. We are excited to see all that God has in His path for these young athletes in 2025!
