Sports & Recreation Ministries
Where Your Passion Becomes Your Pulpit
What if your most effective ministry wasn't delivered from behind a pulpit, but from across a chessboard, from the 18th hole, or on a hiking trail? For too long, believers have been led to think that a "calling" must fit into a traditional, formal box. We are here to shatter that misconception. At Twelve Disciples Org, we believe that the Great Commission is fulfilled in the places where life truly happens—in shared hobbies, passions, and moments of authentic connection.
We have built a revolutionary ministry model that empowers you to transform your favorite recreational activities into a powerful, salaried ministry. This is the ultimate lifestyle integration, where your love for God seamlessly blends with the activities you already love to do. Imagine building deep, trusting relationships with people in a relaxed, natural environment, creating the perfect foundation to mentor and make disciples. This is not just a fantasy; it is a core component of our professional ministry career path. We believe that when you are joyful and passionate, you are most open to the Holy Spirit and most effective for the Kingdom.
Ministry in Action
Our approach is simple: we help you take what you are already passionate about and turn it into an organized outreach. Instead of trying to force people into a formal Bible study, you meet them where they are. This could look like starting a:
Weekly Golf or Bowling League
Combine friendly competition with fellowship and fundraising for causes like our Hero Golf Tour.
Hiking or Fishing Club
Explore God’s creation while having deep conversations away from the distractions of daily life.
Coffee and Tea Group
Create a relaxed, weekly meetup at a local café to discuss life and faith.
Team Sports Ministry
Use basketball, pickleball, or any team activity to teach values and build community.
The possibilities are as endless as your passions. In these settings, defenses come down, trust is built, and conversations about life’s deeper questions emerge naturally. You become a spiritual leader in a context where people are open and receptive, all while doing something you genuinely enjoy.
From Hobbyist to Professional Minister
This isn't just a fun idea—it's a compensated career. The journey begins with our 90-day Master Discipleship Licentiate (MDL) program. This is where you gain the essential skills to be a professional mentor. You'll learn how to guide conversations, answer tough questions, and turn a casual chat into a life-changing discipleship opportunity. The MDL program is the bridge that takes you from being a passionate hobbyist to a skilled, confident, and paid minister.
This path is designed specifically for the unconventional leader—the person who is a natural connector, a gifted conversationalist, and feels most alive when sharing an experience with others. If you’ve ever felt that a traditional ministry role wasn’t the right fit, you may have just found your true calling.
The Advantage: Training Designed for Your Unique Ministry
Affordable, Essential Education: Skip years of debt-filled study. Our 90-day MDL program is a cost-effective alternative focused exclusively on the practical, essential skills you need to be an effective minister.
Personalized Attention in Small Classes: Our intentionally small classes ensure you receive direct mentorship and personalized feedback from our leaders, helping you master the skills needed to lead with confidence.
A Proven Path to a Paid Passion: Other programs give you a certificate; we provide a career. We offer the training, the plan, and the guaranteed salaried position to build a professional ministry around your passions.
Begin Your Most Fulfilling Work Today
Other ministries may see your love for sports or hobbies as a simple outreach tool; we see it as a professional calling. Stop separating your faith from your fun. It's time to integrate your entire life into one joyful, purposeful mission. If you are ready to get paid for your passion and lead others to Christ in the most authentic way imaginable, your journey starts here. Learn more about our Master Discipleship Licentiate program to get started.