Sport And The Spiritual Life

Author : Anthony M J Maranise Oblsb,Anthony Maranise
Publisher : Anthony Maranise, CMC, Oblsb
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2013-12
Category : Spiritual life
ISBN : 0615884083

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Sport and the Spiritual Life by Anthony M J Maranise Oblsb,Anthony Maranise Pdf

The "wide world of sports," as it's often called, has quite obviously become a cultural phenomenon. In the United States alone, sports generate more than 400 billion dollars annually. However, for its many athlete-participants, coaches, fans, and investors, it provides much more than simple monetary value. While some critics see modern sport (especially those known for their rather intense physical contact) as somewhat "brutish" or even, "uncivilized," sport itself, when played with proper intentions, provides unlimited opportunities for positive human growth, including even that of a spiritual nature. Known perhaps as "the greatest of Christian missionaries," St. Paul, who also gained the title, "the athlete of Christ," for his frequent use of athletically-themed metaphors throughout the New Testament, encouraged the faithful to "pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17 NAB). While his exhortation may seem challenging, participation in sports provide a refreshing opportunity to embrace such a deep spirituality, rather than providing an impediment to it. In the first year of his Pontificate, Pope Francis acknowledged both the importance of sport as a worldwide cultural phenomenon, while also recognizing within it the inherent and numerous opportunities for growth in the Christian spiritual life. He said, "I ask that you 'live your sport' as a gift from God, an opportunity not only to bring your talents to fruition, but also as a responsibility to God and all of the human family." Within "Sport & the Spiritual Life: The Integration of Playing and Praying," we are challenged to view sport not simply as yet another worldly distraction, amusement, or task on an already hectic schedule, but rather to view it as an opportunity to discover God "in the here and now;" to communicate with Him in every play; every movement; every moment... To ultimately recognize that sport is a "school of virtue" wherein we learn that God transforms even our most profane activities into sacred ones wherein He may be glorified and we may have the honor of praising He who is most deserving.

Author : R. Scott Kretchmar,John B. White
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-05-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780429589386

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Sport and Spirituality by R. Scott Kretchmar,John B. White Pdf

This comprehensive volume explores the interface between sport and religion, or more broadly, sport and spirituality. While most of the contributions come from Western and Christian traditions, the volume raises broader questions about the kinds of impact that spirituality can and should have on sport, and equally, that sport can and should have on spirituality. The authors put forth an anti-dualistic message, one that argues against any vision of sport and religion existing in separate domains. Mind interpenetrates body, faith and love interpenetrate competition, spirituality and the Divine can interpenetrate secular games. This positive book has powerful implications for reforming contemporary sport, particularly crass, extrinsically-driven, win-at-all-cost versions of competition. It is a book about the incarnation, the paradoxical existence of the spirit in the flesh, love in competition, the myth-making power and meaning of games to engage the world, transcendent hope found in kicking a ball around, and how sport as a liturgy can mediate divine presence. This book was originally published as a special issue of the journal Sport, Ethics and Philosophy.

Author : Kathy Fain Coughlin
Publisher : Balboa Press
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-18
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781982247638

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Spiritual Sports by Kathy Fain Coughlin Pdf

Spiritual Sports is about life lessons for kids and parents involved in sports. Lessons are based on core values of sportsmanship, teamwork, being unselfish, being a supportive fan, mental toughness and playing for the love of the game.

Author : Jim Parry,Simon Robinson,Nick Watson,Mark Nesti
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 562 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2007-09-12
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781134136810

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Sport and Spirituality by Jim Parry,Simon Robinson,Nick Watson,Mark Nesti Pdf

Sport science can quantify many aspects of human performance but the spiritual dimensions of sports experience cannot be fully understood through measurement. However, the spiritual experience of sport – be it described as ‘flow’, ‘transcendence’ or the discovery of meaning and value – is central both to our basic motivation to take part in sports, and to achieving success. Sport and Spirituality: An Introduction explores these human aspects of sports experience through the perspectives of sport psychology, philosophy, ethics, theology and religious studies. It includes discussions of: Spirituality in the postmodern era Spirituality, health and well-being Theistic and atheistic perspectives on sport and the spiritual Nature and transcendence – the mystical and sublime in outdoor sport Applied sport psychology and the existential Spiritual perspectives on pain, suffering and destiny Sport, the virtues, ethical development and the spirit of the game The Olympic Games and de Coubertin’s ideas of the ‘religio athletae’. This groundbreaking text will be a valuable resource for students of sport and exercise studies, sports coaching, physical education and sport and health psychology. This book should be read by all those interested in the preparation, performance and well-being of athletes.

Author : Brian Smith
Publisher : David C Cook
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2022-04-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830783267

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The Christian Athlete by Brian Smith Pdf

The Christian Athlete is a gospel-centered guide that assists athletes who identify as Christians and are seeking to understand how to practically apply their faith to their sport. Athletes desire—and deserve—a more substantive expression of the Christian faith in the context of sport, but they don’t know what it looks like or where to turn to learn more. Author Brian Smith shares his story as an athlete and coach, and his experience working with high-level athletes in the last decade to help readers better understand how to integrate faith and sport by: Assisting those who want a wide-angled understanding of how to live the Christian faith in the context of sports Walking through the many questions Christian athletes ask about winning, losing, injuries, practice, and everything in between Moving Christian athletes from simply having clichéd spiritual sayings decorating their bodies or t-shirts to actually living out their faith through all the opportunities their sport offers them The Christian Athlete will show readers how to live out a biblical perspective on athletics and urge them to engage in the gifts they are given to glorify God whether they are the team MVP or riding the bench.

Author : Andrew Cooper
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1998-04-20
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : UOM:49015002695667

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Playing in the Zone by Andrew Cooper Pdf

Our ancestors believed that sports were a gift of the gods--that they were potent rituals, which, if performed correctly, would placate unseen powers, honor departed heroes, or improve the harvests.This book explores this inner dimension of sports, drawing from mythology, the history of religion, observations on popular culture, and a wonderful array of anecdotes about the world's most accomplished athletes.

Author : Thomas John Paprocki
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-03-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1646800451

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Running for a Higher Purpose by Thomas John Paprocki Pdf

What if you could improve your physical health while deepening your spiritual life? In Running for a Higher Purpose, Most Rev. Thomas John Paprocki, Catholic bishop of Springfield--a marathon runner and hockey player--shares how the simple discipline of running can help you unlock profound spiritual benefits. Paprocki took up running as a teenager for his health; he ran his first marathon in his forties. Along the way he discovered that improving your physical health through running is a way to honor God and grow deeper in your spiritual life. Perfect for those who want to try running for the first time as well as for more experienced runners who want to set goals for a new challenge, Running for a Higher Purpose offers eight steps to reach spiritual and physical fitness. Review - Review where you are. Reform - Identify how to improve. Resolve - Resolve to put change into effect. Repeat - Don't quit. Renew - Renew your physical and spiritual wellness. Relax - Balance physical and spiritual exercise with the need to rest. Reward - Feel personal satisfaction and reward by achieving your goals. Rejoice - Integrating a sound mind in a sound body leads to eternal happiness. Each chapter includes an inspirational quotation, a personal promise statement, and a prayer.

Author : Evelyn Underhill
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-02
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1614273936

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The Spiritual Life by Evelyn Underhill Pdf

Author : Richard Hutch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 077341472X

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Sport as a Spiritual Practice by Richard Hutch Pdf

Sport As a Spiritual Practice : Mastery, Failure, and Transcendence in the Life of Athletes

Author : Donald S. Whitney (Professor)
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781615216178

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Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald S. Whitney (Professor) Pdf

Drawn from a rich heritage, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life will guide you through a carefully selected array of disciplines. By illustrating why the disciplines are important, showing how each one will help you grow in godliness, and offering practical suggestions for cultivating them, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life will provide you with a refreshing opportunity to become more like Christ and grow in character and maturity. Now updated and revised to equip a new generation of readers, this anniversary edition features in-depth discussions on each of the key disciplines.

Author : Richard F. Lovelace
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 459 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2020-01-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830854936

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Dynamics of Spiritual Life by Richard F. Lovelace Pdf

In this classic work of spiritual theology, historian Richard Lovelace presents a history of spiritual renewals in light of biblical models. Drawing from the best of different Protestant traditions, Dynamics of Spiritual Life lays out a comprehensive approach to the renewal of the church. In the first half of the book, Lovelace surveys awakening movements since the Reformation, particularly emphasizing Jonathan Edwards's theology of renewal. He then goes deeper into specific elements of such movements and their significance for both doctrinal reformation and spiritual renewal. Lovelace examines such practical issues as renewal of the local congregation, ways revivals go wrong, prospects for closing the "sanctification gap," the historical role of evangelical movements in promoting both unity and division, and Christian approaches to the arts. With scholarly and pastoral insight, he offers a powerful vision of renewal that can unify various models across traditions, combining individual and corporate spirituality, social activism, and evangelism. For over forty years, this well-loved book has helped Christians understand the spiritual movement they are a part of and guided leaders in planting and pastoring churches. This expanded edition features a new forewordby Timothy Keller.

Author : Tracy J. Trothen
Publisher : Springer
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2018-10-24
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783030029975

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Spirituality, Sport, and Doping: More than Just a Game by Tracy J. Trothen Pdf

This book explores the deeper meaning of sports. Drawing on contemporary research, the author makes a strong case for why we should see sport not only in terms of religion but--more importantly-as a possible location for spiritual meaning. Taking this a step farther, she considers how gene editing, robotics, and other biomedical technological enhancements affect not only sports performances but experiences of sport as sacred. In addition, the author explores what difference it might make to the enhancement debate if sports’ spirituality is taken seriously. The author is not afraid to explore the issue in all its complexity. Yet, the argument she presents is both meaningful and accessible. This investigation applies insights from Christian theology, applied ethics, psychology, and sports studies. From lightweight tennis racquets to anabolic steroids, athletes have long used technology and science to improve their performances. But, until now, no one has asked how biomedical technological enhancements might affect the undervalued spiritual dimension of sport. This book presents rich insights into the connection between sports, spirituality, and human enhancement technologies. It will appeal to researchers, athletes and sports followers, and undergraduate and graduate students in ethics, sport, religion or theology.

Author : Dan Shenk
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798885830720

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You Are More Than Your Score by Dan Shenk Pdf

You Are More Than Your Score: On Sports and Spirituality majors in storytelling: true stories from sports history, up to the present, about dozens of household names. The book takes a heartfelt, behind-the-headlines approach to the mixed blessing of sports, along with the very real human beings who compete. It also presents numerous accounts of ordinary people with extraordinary stories. Further, the author describes how games and sports have played an important part in his life and faith. He has increasingly seen the benefits of spiritual disciplines. The book describes more than 30 spiritual practices, including meditating with music, experiences in nature, personal retreat days, journaling and prayer as "multi-faceted and many-splendored." You Are More Than Your Score, therefore, seeks to bring together two vital aspects of the author's life. Toward the close of the final chapter, we find this: "Let's celebrate sports, and yes, let's compete, demonstrating sportsmanship in victory and defeat. But let's also see that life is so much more than sports-and so much more than score, wins and losses." The book makes a strong case that defeat, loss and brokenness in sports, as well as in life itself, can set the stage, empathically and paradoxically, for grace, healing and service to others, in the spirit of Jesus. Paraphrasing the end of the Introduction, may this book encourage readers to recognize and tell their own stories-what they have experienced and learned personally-and to reflect on all this in light of God's great gift of life itself. The author invites readers to join him on the journey.

Author : Jimmy Houston
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2012-05-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781400320417

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Catch of the Day by Jimmy Houston Pdf

Fishermen don’t rely on luck in order to catch fish—they put their skills, knowledge, and experience into play every time they cast their line. Likewise, righteous and godly living doesn’t come naturally but requires study, commitment, and a lot of practice. In Catch of the Day, Jimmy Houston combines his love of fishing and his love of God in this unique fisherman’s 365-day devotional. Each day features: a meaningful Scripture a daily devotional that incorporates a thought for meditation which applies insights from the art of fishing to daily spiritual growth a fishing tip from bassmaster, Jimmy Houston With colorful interiors and a ribbon marker, Catch of the Day is a great gift for birthdays, Father’s Day, and Christmas Grandparents Day or as an encouragement boost for an outdoors enthusiast needing a lift Put into action the characteristics needed to be a great fisherman, and see how they can also make you into a great fisher of men. Anyone who loves God’s creation, combined with the excitement of the catch, will truly enjoy this yearlong guide of spiritual lessons for life.

Author : Richard White
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-14
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781442221178

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The Heart of Wisdom by Richard White Pdf

The Heart of Wisdom explores the intersection of philosophy and spirituality. Though spirituality is a concept often viewed with skepticism by philosophers and others, spiritual concerns are prominent in many people’s lives, whether or not they ascribe to a religious creed. This book examines spiritual concepts like generosity, suffering, and joy, incorporating the various perspectives of great philosophers, including Nietzsche, Aristotle, and Derrida, as well as Eastern wisdom traditions, including Buddhism and Vedanta philosophy.