32. Transforming Communities: The Power of Sports Ministry

In this episode of 'God on the Move', Wilhelm Cnossen, Regional Coordinator for Athletes in Action Europe and Co-Leader of the Global Church Sport Movement, shares his powerful story. Wilhelm discusses his 20-year journey with Campus Crusade for Christ, the innovative use of sports for evangelism and discipleship, and the importance of building relationships and bridging the gap between the church and local communities. Learn how Athletes in Action uses sports to foster whole-life discipleship and hear inspiring stories of transformation and faith.

 

Links from the interview:

• Athletes In Action
• Wilhelm’s email address
• The Guardian article: The way, the truth and the Olympic record: how God struck gold in Paris

 

Wilhelm Cnossen:

Wilhelm Cnossen is a dedicated missionary with Athletes in Action. Since 2024, he has served as the Regional Coordinator for Athletes in Action in Europe. Additionally, he has been the Global Strategy Leader for the Athletes in Action Church Sports Movement since 2020. Wilhelm is deeply passionate about Jesus and missions. He holds a master's degree in education and is an avid sports enthusiast. He lives in Drachten, in the north of the Netherlands, with his wife Anita and their five children.

 

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