Sport as Faith Formation
Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 03/09/2026 at 7:00 PM (CDT)
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- Non-member - $150
March 9 - April 17, 2026, Mondays at 7 p.m. CST
High-impact Christian schools are places where the mission shapes every part of the day, and that includes the athletic and extracurricular programs. In this six-week course, participants will learn about the long and inspiring legacy of using sport and athletics as a means of cultivating character and nurturing faith, the role of coach as Christian model and mentor, establishing a Christ-centered climate and culture for your team, and how to nurture the character and faith of student athletes. This can be taken as a standalone course or as part of the Certificate in Sport & Faith Formation.
Course Objectives
- Describe the role of sport in Christian formation and discipleship.
- Apply faith-informed principles to coaching and team leadership.
- Create athletic/tam cultures and climates that nurture spiritual growth and character.
- Integrate sport and faith practices in daily team life.
Individuals affiliated with eligible preferred partner organizations receive exclusive tuition discounts for Concordia Nebraska Studia Vitae courses. Please visit cune.edu/partnerdiscount to view a list of current preferred partners and verify your membership to receive your discount code.
Dr. Christopher Mizel
Director of Spiritual Life & Identity
Concordia International School, Shanghai
Dr. Chris Mizel began his ministry and coaching career in St. Peters, Missouri, where he and his wife Danielle lived for 10 years. While in Missouri he coached Cross Country and Track & Field at Lutheran High School of St. Charles County leading the cougars to two Track & Field state championships in 2013 and 2014. In 2017, he began his current work at Concordia International School Shanghai where he continues to coach and teach. Coach Mizel has led the Concordia Phoenix to 5 Asia Pacific Athletic Conference track & field championships.
He attended Concordia University, Nebraska and earned a bachelor's degree in psychology. He then studied at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, earning a master of divinity and doctor of ministry.
He and his wife Danielle have been married for almost 20 years. Chris is passionate about running, coffee, and Jesus! He is also a lifelong die hard Chicago Cubs fan!
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