Ambassadors Great Britain
Genesis Football
A ministry for marginalised and vulnerable adults.
A New Beginning
Genesis Football is all about new beginnings. It’s a place where people who have found themselves in the depressing cycles of unemployment, homelessness and addiction can come.
Football
Football is the draw but also the tool, as many situations arise in training and matches that can be used to challenge negative behaviour and reinforce good character. We aim to support players in setting goals to become the best they can be whilst encouraging and acknowledging every small progression along the way.
Faith + Future
For many, Genesis is the place they make new friends, explore faith, find structure and discover opportunities to progress. The goal is more than to find employment or education; it is to develop as a person, family member and member of society. Each year we see people turn their lives around by confronting addictions, rejecting crime and finding employment as they realise the potential within them.
The Impact
The Genesis project in Whitechapel started in 2008 born out of a partnership between Good Shepherd Mission, Booth House Salvation Army hostel and the Whitechapel Mission.
It has reached over 300 men, many of whom were sleeping rough when they first joined the project. We provide kit to train in, a hot meal afterwards, mentoring and a chance to explore the Bible as we look at how to live in the right way.
Since 2008, we have seen some amazing transformations. Just this year we have had 12 players achieve qualifications whilst part of the team and have seen several go on to employment.
What people are saying about Genesis Football...
Interested?
We can provide training, resources and support for your church to start using football to engage with the marginalised.
Partners
Here is a list of some churches who are already involved in Genesis.
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