Sport, spirituality and Protestantism: A historical overview.

Autor: Parker, Andrew, Weir, J. Stuart
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Zdroj: Theology; Jul/Aug2012, Vol. 115 Issue 4, p253-265, 13p
Abstrakt: The article examines the key historical features of the relationship between sport and religion and provides insight on how the Protestant Church continues to pursue sport as a form of outreach and ministry. It mentions the involvement of clergy in sporting provision, with some proving to be instrumental in the establishment of major sports, during the mid- to late 19th century. It also notes the possibility that major sporting events can be used as evangelistic opportunities.
Databáze: Complementary Index