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Through this exciting exclusive collaboration, we want to help you bless your community for Christ and assist in the growth of your church reach. Your ministry goals, and making Jesus known is priority.
Through this exciting exclusive collaboration, we want to help you bless your community for Christ and assist in the growth of your church reach. Your ministry goals, and making Jesus known is priority.
Want to know what it looks like to bless your community through sports outreach?
Check out this video of Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene, AZ.
The Church of the Nazarene is a global community of faith, commissioned to take the Good News of life in Jesus Christ to people everywhere and to spread the message of scriptural holiness across the lands. In the USA/Canada Region, our Vision encapsulates the "heart cries" we have heard from our people across the United States and Canada: Mobilizing all Nazarenes in unity in the midst of a polarized World; calling our churches to engage in Blessing our Community; Bringing People to Jesus especially our younger generations; and embracing the transformation of the whole person through Becoming Christlike Disciples
did you know?
- Sports is a common language that allows you to reach the entire family unit
- Sports creates ministry opportunities for your church to bless the community
- 50-65% of Upward players in a league are unchurched
- 50% of pastors say that declining or inconsistent outreach is a major issue
As a ministry partner, Upward Sports understands that each church is unique.
Reaching families in your community begins by simply inviting them in!
These resources will help you utilize sports as an entry point to your church. As the community and church come together, connections are made, and Christ is shared. Families feel welcome and see your church as a place of new growth and encouragement.
Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene (OVCN) - All in on Sports Ministry
Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene, AZ is community focused and dedicated to reaching families for Jesus. Read more on how they use sports as a bridge into the community. "Sports ministry is our biggest outreach at our church." - Nicole
Read - Make Saturdays Bigger Than Sundays
How often does your church ask what the most important day of the week is for the unchurched in your community? Read more!
Sample Practice Plan and Devotional
Each coach will receive a practice plan and devotional to lead each week. This equips your coach to lead well!
Sample League Timeline
We will walk with you through your season. Let’s create your timeline together!
Upward Sports Exclusive Benefits Available Through 12/31/2024:
Initial Startup Fee
Let us customize your player package and set up your MyUpward portal. We will waive the initial startup fee.
$500 Sports Ministry Grant
We want to help you get your league up and running! We will invest $500 in the start up of your league. Use this grant to purchase equipment, coach apparel, scholarships, let us do social advertising for you, etc..
1st Year League Support
Schedule a call today and let’s talk about these exclusive Church of the Nazarene benefits. We are ready to partner with your church to impact the next generation together!
