Power Up-The Sports Ministry Podcast

How difficult would it be to step out of the corporate world and into sports ministry? What challenges might you face? What questions should you ask and who should you seek guidance from for such an important move? Dan Waits is the executive director of Race Track Chaplaincy of America and has been on that journey. His story will help serve, equip and encourage the men and women of sport. 

 

Guest Bio:

Dan has been involved in the local church as an executive pastor, he’s served as a leader at the state government level in Kentucky and he’s served in the automotive industry…now he lead’s Race Track Chaplaincy of America as executive director. 

 

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• https://www.rtcanational.org/rtca-home

One of the key factors in any sports ministry…whether in high school, college or pro…is relationship building. Does this happen with just one meeting? Does it happen with focus in just one area? What does it take to build into an athlete so their life makes an impact on others and for eternity? Former NBA great Allan Houston believes it can happen. Find out why as together we seek to serve, equip and encourage the men and women of sport. 

Guest Bio:

Allan Houston played collegiately at the University of Tennessee and was the 11th overall pick by the Detroit Pistons in the 1993 NBA Draft.  Allan played professionally until 2005 and was a two-time all-star. He also won an Olympic Gold Medal in 2000 in Sydney. 

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• www.fisll.com

When it comes to building and growing a sports ministry program, the coaching staff is not only key but paramount. So how do you make that happen? What steps can you take today that will lay a solid ministry foundation for years to come? Billy Dunn serves the men’s basketball program at Lehigh University and he joins us to help answer those questions as we seek to serve, equip and encourage the men and women of sport.  

Guest Bio:

Billy has served as a pro sports chaplain in the Phillies organization. He currently serves the men’s basketball program at Lehigh University in the role of Student Athlete Support & Enrichment Coordinator. He has a Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership from Cairn University.

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• Nations of Coaches     https://www.nationsofcoaches.com
• Billy Dunn email:   [email protected]

Sports chaplains, character coaches and others in sports related ministries pour hours into prayer and encouragement for their athletes and coaches…but who takes time to invest in them? Do they have a support system and what does that even look like? In today’s Power Up Podcast, Houston Texans chaplain Greg Tyler joins us to discuss Developing a Support System for the Sports Ministry Leader. Join us as together we power up to serve, equip and encourage the men and women of sport. 

Guest Bio:

Greg Tyler has served as chaplain to the Houston Texans since 2006 and is the founder of Salt and Light Ministries. Greg was also a running back for the Houston Oilers and has served as keynote speaker on many occasions including the 2003 Tostitos Fiesta Bowl Kick-Off Breakfast and the 2009 Senior Bowl AIA Breakfast.  

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With the pressures of winning and losing, how can the sports ministry leader come alongside the Christian athlete to encourage them, keep them focused on their walk with Christ, and help them make an impact in the lives of others? In today's Power Up Podcast, Leah O'Brien-Amico joins Bill Houston and Tracy Hanson to discuss ministry to the Christian athlete, as together we power up to serve, equip, and mature the men and women of sport.   Guest Bio: Leah O'Brien-Amico played first base and the outfield for USA Softball and enjoyed capturing Gold three times. She was also a 3-time NCAA Champion at the Univ of Arizona and currently serves as an analyst for ESPN’s coverage of collegiate softball.    Links/Books/Resources mentioned in the show:

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• Order Leah's book: Softball, Glory and God's Glory: https://www.leah20.com/product/softball-glory-and-gods-glory/

 

It's shaken up the sports landscape but it doesn't have to unsettle your ministry. Bill Houston and Tracy Hanson discuss Ministry Amidst Covid-19 with Roger Lipe of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Guest bio: 

Roger Lipe has served with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Southern Illinois since 1994. He is the Campus Representative for Saluki FCA at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL.

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