Chapter 1 themes are the evolution of sports chaplaincy (SC) and the global scope of SC. The chapter is significant since SC has evolved regarding the globalization of religion and sporting events. The chapter encourages me to continue in this field because of the variations in sports due to globalization.
Chapter 2, significant themes include variations of sports chaplaincy on different geographical locations and settings, main historical concepts, and evolutions. This chapter is vital in developing the impact of denominational complexities on SC. The chapter is encouraging so that I can understand how diversity plays a role in sports.
Chapters 3 and 4 major themes are characteristics of chaplaincy in the US, and cultural and institutional conditions influencing sports chaplaincy. The chapters are vital in elaborating the requirements in western cultures that influence sporting chaplaincy. The chapters motivated me to continue in this field since I understand the cultural impact on sports chaplaincy.
Chapters 5 and 6 capture the complexities of the theme of sports chaplaincy, modern life, and fatherlessness in sports culture. The chapters are essential in elucidating the impact of sporting chaplaincy concerning family breakdown (Parker et al., 2016). The chapters are motivating due to the family factor introduced concerning the main topic.
Chapters 7 and 8 address the themes of new social reality and chaplains’ responsibilities. The chapters significantly elaborate how chaplains help people by taking them on a personal journey to shape their personalities. The chapters are motivating because spirituality is crucial when taking a personal journey towards a target.
In Chapters 9 and 10 themes include the impact of personal responsibility, true love from God, and theological responsibility in shaping the users’ goals. The chapters help in the conceptualization of sports concerning Christianity and understand the gospels’ role in sports. The chapters encourage me to continue in the field to understand the connection between the gospel and sporting cultures.
Chapters 11 and 12 entail the impact of media on sports, ethical mentality, and professionalization of sports chaplaincy. The chapters are crucial in identifying challenges that sportspeople face and the roles of chaplains. The chapters are essential in developing morality and personality ideas from sports chaplaincy.
Chapters 13, 14, and 15 discuss the theme of sports chaplaincy and sports psychologists. The chapters open a debate on how chaplains and psychologists in sports work together to achieve set targets. The chapters are motivative in developing collaborations sporting activities.
Reference
Parker, A., Watson, N. J., & White, J. B. (Eds.). (2016). Sports Chaplaincy: Trends, issues and debates. Routledge.