Canadian Camps

Canadian Camps

Sports Friends Canada launched in summer 2021, with several new sports ministers participating  in a virtual Basic Training. When the week for hosting the pilot camps arrived, everyone met in person for the first time: an assembly of coaches and volunteers from...
Our Newest Neighbors in Canada

Our Newest Neighbors in Canada

Today we chat with the Sports Friends Canada team! They live and work in a setting resembling home for many of our readers, so let’s lean in and learn what it’s like to see the Sports Friends model working in our own local churches. Outreach began in summer 2021, with...
Right Place, Right Time

Right Place, Right Time

A few years ago, Charles and his family were disappointed to have to return to their home in Canada after having served with Sports Friends in South America. Charles loved connecting with youth and young adults by inviting them to the football (soccer) field. He loved...
No Matter the Cost

No Matter the Cost

Many of our coaches work in difficult places where sharing the gospel message could mean putting their lives, homes and families seriously at risk. This is a story from some of our team members pioneering the Sports Friends ministry in a...
Growing in Word and Spirit

Growing in Word and Spirit

Every parent feels excited when they see their children growing strong and healthy. There are many stages of growth throughout life, and each one is an important milestone that parents look forward to seeing.  Sometimes, however, growth is difficult because...