While athletes train tirelessly to compete in the world’s greatest sporting events, so too, are another group of individuals gearing up to head to France. This year, numerous official Olympic chaplains across Christian, Jewish, Hindu, Muslim, and Buddhist faith traditions are partnering together to set up a chaplaincy center in the Olympic and Paralympic Village where athletes will reside. Spiritual care is on its way.
In contrast, some Christian religious groups who are not connected to the official Olympic chaplains such as the Southern Baptist International Mission Board and Youth With A Mission turn this international sporting event into a missionary trip. On their website, YWAM cites the desire to “impact the nations,” echoing the great commission.
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