ABOUT
Mission: Friendship Sports International exists to make disciples, equip leaders, and share the hope of the gospel.
What We Do:
Develop and Train Interns: Provide mentorship, spiritual development, and leadership training for interns, preparing them for impactful ministry and service roles within FSI and beyond.
Host Leadership Retreats: Conduct retreats in locations Such as the Rocky Mountains to encourage spiritual growth, leadership skills, and team-building among young Christians.
Support Church and Missionary Teams: Equip and sustain missionary teams, such as the team in La Venta, Honduras, to lead discipleship programs, church planting, and outreach activities—support and partner with Hands of Grace Guatemala.
Create Service-Learning Opportunities: Partner with local communities, Christian universities, and churches to organize service-learning projects that enable young people to put faith into action through service.
Build Partnerships with Local Churches and Ministries: Collaborate with churches and other Christian organizations to expand outreach, disciple new believers, and foster community impact.
Lead Sports-Focused Ministry Initiatives: Use hiking, rafting, and fishing as tools to build bridges, foster fellowship, and open doors to share the gospel in unique settings.
Promote Discipleship through Bible Studies and Small Groups: Offer Bible studies devotional opportunities for participants to grow deeper in their faith and strengthen their relationship with Christ.
Encourage Community Engagement and Outreach at Home and Abroad: Involve young leaders in local and international outreach to develop a heart for service in diverse communities.
Inspire and Equip Future Leaders to Live Out the Great Commission: Encourage young Christians to embrace a missional lifestyle, serving Christ and others as they carry the gospel into all areas of life.
Organize and Lead International Vision Trips: Plan and conduct sports and service trips to countries like Honduras and Guatemala, building relationships, pursuing discipleship, and sharing the gospel.
“We exist to inspire and equip Christian leaders to share the hope of the gospel, embody the heart of discipleship, and serve with the hands of Jesus—transforming lives through sports, service, and faith.” Jack King - Founder
PROJECTS
Every year, Friendship Sports continues to spread the love of Jesus Christ to the nation of Honduras, Central America. With several projects underway, it seems like there's always something happening, even though our main focus has been a small town of less than 1,000 people. Jesus teaches to nurture relationships and disciple others to do so as well. This philosophy has led to the creation of churches, schools, and Camp Monte de Santidad in Honduras. Some current FSI projects include…
Haddasah Women’s Ministry ~ POINT in Honduras ~ Honduras Shares ~ ~ Haiti Damou Solar Power Initiative~ Inner City Detroit~ Guatemala~ Cornerstone University ~ and more
HISTORY
Founded in 1986 by Jack King, Friendship Sports International began by leading sports teams abroad to share the gospel through the universal language of athletics. In addition to sports teams, construction projects have also been a big focus. Over the years, FSI has expanded to lead church and other ministry groups beyond athletics.
THE TEAM
Over the years, FSI has been led and directed by many individuals with a passion for missions work. Their love and devotion to God's purpose in Honduras has shaped the organization into what it is today. With the Lord's provision and direction, the board will continue to make intentional decisions that will bless God's children throughout Honduras, the United States, and the World.
PARTNERS
God uses strong partnerships to bless His children. Friendship Sports has chosen to work alongside several churches, universities, individuals, and organizations.
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
— Jesus Christ