Inning Intermissions Presents: Zenon Thornton of FCA Tri-Cities
Interview Series: Part 1 of 2 with Zenon Thornton, filmed at the FCA Tri-Cities Gym in partnership with Bethel Church in Richland, WA
Father of 3 (a son and two daughters) - youngest just graduated
Elder at Bethel Church
Bio in a nutshell: Jesus, BBQ, & Sports!
One of three brothers (middle child)
Dad is from North Carolina (Go Tar Heels!)
From a small town, Four Oaks
Dad was the best athlete he has ever seen: 5’8, could dunk, and was the fastest guy around
Faith sums up Zenon's story and that of his family
Grew up in Port Townsend
Graduated from O'Dea High School
Really encountered Jesus in college at WSU (Go Cougs!)
Faith is the center of who he is and who his family is
Favorite sports memory: Hitting a home run in the 12-year-old Little League All-Star game
Favorite thing about athletics: Teamwork (doing life together)
As a parent of young athletes: Doing life with other parents
Watching the progression and growth of players is one of his favorite aspects of sports
Let's talk about FCA: To lead every coach and athlete in a growing relationship with Jesus and His church
Combining Jesus and sports
We are so passionate about our sports (it could become an idol if we're not careful)
The purpose: Find a way to glorify God through sports and make Him known through the platform sports gives usJoin us in this exciting interview with Zenon Thornton, where we delve into his life, faith, and passion for combining Jesus and sports. Get ready for an inspiring and energetic conversation!
🍿”To lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church.”
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