Sports

(ChurchLeaders) When pro athletes talk, people tend to listen. With social media, the “megaphone” of sports stars now reaches even farther, and many Christian football players use their platform to spread the Gospel. An estimated three-fourths of NFL starting quarterbacks are evangelical Christian football players. Russell Wilson, Nick Foles, and recently … [Read more...] about 12 NFL Players Who LOVE Jesus (and Football)

(ChurchLeaders) David Patten, who won three Super Bowl rings but wanted to be remembered as a servant of God, died last week in a motorcycle crash near Columbia, S.C. According to the highway patrol, two other vehicles were involved. Patten, who launched a Christian ministry after retiring from football, was 47. He leaves behind Galiena, his wife of 24 years; four children; … [Read more...] about Preacher and Former NFL Standout David Patten Killed in Crash

(AP) NFL players can wear social justice messages on their helmets again this season and "It Takes All of Us" and "End Racism" will be stenciled in end zones for the second straight year as part of the league's Inspire Change platform. The league will also bring back the "Say Their Stories" initiative and for the first time, each team will highlight its social justice work … [Read more...] about NFL Returns Social Justice Helmet Decals, End Zone Stencils

(ChurchLeaders) For many people, playing in the NFL and winning two Super Bowl rings might seem like a career pinnacle. But for 10-year player Stefen Wisniewski, who announced his retirement last week, the best is yet to come. In a video posted to social media, the Kansas City offensive lineman says “it’s time to move on” after a decade of football. As … [Read more...] about Two-Time NFL Super Bowl Champion Retires: ‘I’m Going to Be a Pastor’

(ChurchLeaders) For many people, playing in the NFL and winning two Super Bowl rings might seem like a career pinnacle. But for 10-year player Stefen Wisniewski, who announced his retirement last week, the best is yet to come. In a video posted to social media, the Kansas City offensive lineman says “it’s time to move on” after a decade of football. As for his next move? … [Read more...] about Two-Time NFL Super Bowl Champion Retires: ‘I’m Going to Be a Pastor’