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Ministry Information

Sports World Ministries, Inc. was bring hope and help for the immed-
founded in 1978 by Ira Lee “Doc” iate problems young people are
Eshleman. Through the Chaplaincy experiencing and the opportunity to
Program he started for the NFL/AFL, discover that hope is ultimately

Doc developed a passion to give found in a relationship with Jesus.
young people role models that would
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inspire them to make positive
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through in-person and virtual school
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athletes who have learned from their assemblies, SEL programs, and a
own experiences could inspire young robust social media program. We
people and be the role models they provide ongoing encouragement and
need. resources to equip and empower
young people long after our events
Over the last 43 years, Sports World have concluded.

has reached over 20.1 million young
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Our methods have adapted due to
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people with The Message of Hope: O u e h d a e a a t d d e t
that they are loved and that their Covid, but our commitment and goal
lives have value and purpose. We remain the same: to bring desperately
needed HOPE to children and teens.

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