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Photographs and Postscripts from Outside the Stadium
Sports Fan Outreach Int'l labors for fans and local citizens at major sporting events to become Christians
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Hello Bill,
Gratitude fills our hearts as we reflect on another week of praise and worship. As we embrace the spirit of December, let's revisit the remarkable moments that have shaped our journey of faith over the past few months. Our journey of faith has extended far beyond the borders of the United States, reaching hearts across the globe.
With our reach growing, so do our aspirations. To embark on a fresh and revitalized mission of ministry and fellowship, let us pause to celebrate the milestones we've proudly crossed.
We present a collection of captivating images capturing the experiences at three international events: the NFL London, the Pan American Games, and the Grey Cup. In addition, our inspiring evangelist team (click on their names to view their testimonials) shares their remarkable stories, adding another layer of brilliance to our collective narrative.
Join us as we relive these engaging moments and prepare for an even brighter future filled with faith, compassion, and unwavering dedication.
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Ernie Barnum (above) was one of the team members who volunteered their time and effort for this important project. He recalled the special moments he had sharing the Gospel message during the breaks between NFL games at the London event.
A particularly poignant moment for Ernie came when in one of the preaching sessions, a woman asked him, "How can I be born again?"
This simple yet profound question echoed the same query posed to Jesus by Nicodemus, reminding us of the enduring human desire for spiritual fulfillment, a yearning that transcends temporal and cultural boundaries.
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NFL LONDON London, United Kingdom
October 6-16
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Upper right to lower right: Photographs of our NFL London evangelist team and volunteers preaching outside of the stadiums and on the streets of London during the Games. | |
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Ministry in Motion.
Amidst the electrifying atmosphere of the NFL London games, a group of dedicated individuals embarked on a mission that transcended the realm of sports.
Committed to spreading the Gospel message, Sports Fan Outreach International returned to London last fall, their hearts set on sharing the transformative power of faith with sports enthusiasts and beyond.
From October 6th to 16th, 2023, the team, led by Bill Adams, made its presence felt at the heart of London's sporting scene. Their mission: to engage with fans at the two UK NFL games held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and at the Arsenal Games at Emirates Stadium. They also spread their mission at various locations across the city.
From upper left to lower left: Our evangelists mingle with sports fans and locals to spread the words of the Bible.
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PAN AMERICAN GAMES Santiago, Chile
October 20- November 6
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Above: Jon Clement preaching and handing out tracts on the streets of Santiago.
Right: Jon Clement and Diego Sandoval at the Palacio de la Moneda where Gabriel Boric, the President of Chile gave a speech to commemorate Chile's National Reformation Day.
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During the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, SFOI partnered with volunteer evangelists (pictured above) to carry out a mission. The group engaged with individuals at various venues in the Santiago Metropolitan area, sharing their faith with those they encountered.
Jon Clement, a seasoned member of the mission, eagerly shared his experience. According to him, “There was such a unity within the team, even though we didn't all speak the same language, but we worked together to help each other out.
Also, there were some great things that happened during the trip: We gave out about 27,000 tracts, had many great one-to-one gospel conversations, and many hours of open-air gospel proclamation in Spanish and in English. A couple of local men began to evangelize and preach open-air for the very first time, because they heard us, and were encouraged.”
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From left to lower right: Touching images of our evangelists guiding multitudes of locals who seek the word of God. | |
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GREY CUP CHAMPIONSHIP Hamilton, Canada
November 16-19
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From uppermost left to upper right: The streets are buzzing with game fever as the Grey Cup Championship commenced. Our team was right there to reach out to willing locals and fans and tell them about the Word of God. | |
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For four days, the SFOI team, including Stirling Long (right), a constant advocate for spreading the Gospel, immersed themselves in the vibrant Canadian landscape, determined to share the transformative power of faith with both sports fans and the local community.
Stirling, fueled by his unwavering dedication to the Gospel, found solace and spiritual rejuvenation in the daily recaps and prayer sessions, providing much-needed moments of reflection amidst the whirlwind of activities.
Stirling shared, " I so enjoyed the twice-per-day recaps of the day’s events and our much-needed prayer times. " He also expressed, “I loved the local Pastor - Rev. Paul Luth’s involvement. His gracious hospitality and that we also had for the Grey Cup, outstanding teachers, and pastors talk to us and explain their background, their training, and their love for the Bible.”
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Below: Not minding the low temperatures, our volunteers continue to preach in the streets. | |
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Christ in Canada.
As the echoes of cheering crowds and the triumphant roar of the victors faded into the crisp Canadian air, a different kind of victory was being celebrated in Hamilton, Niagara Falls, and Toronto.
Sports Fan Outreach International evangelists (pictured on top and right), had once again made its mark at a major sporting event, this time the Grey Cup Championship 2023.
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SFOI Website Performance 11/20 - 11/26:
• Website Visits: 500 +45
• Page Views: 1144 +255
Last 30 days:
• Website Visits: 2199 +33
• Page Views: 4406 +354
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OUR REACH
We are happy to present our website's growth as well. For this week, we have seen a tangible boost in our website's visits. SFOI.org is the repository of all our events and a treasure trove of inspiring photographs and videos of our ministry and mission. Our online platform echoes our open-air preaching, reaching people worldwide who seek spiritual guidance and fellowship. We invite you to join us in spreading the message of love and compassion by supporting our offline and online efforts.
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Sports Fan Outreach International
200 W M.L.K. Blvd Suite 1000
Chattanooga, TN 37402
(866) 646-LOVE (5683)
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