From The Touchline – Soccer Chaplains United

Rev Brad Kenney · soccerchaplainsunited.org

From the Touchline is a short-feature (15-30 min) podcast with Rev Brad Kenney, Founder and Executive Director of Soccer Chaplains United and Volunteer Chaplain to the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer. Rev Brad and occasional guests touch on various issues around the topics of faith, family, and football (soccer).

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Lessons From Lasso Revisited: You’ll Never Walk Alone
4d ago · 9:00
It’s our last podcast for the month of August. I hope you’ve enjoyed going back and having us re-air some episodes to coincide with the new season of the hit-TV show, Ted Lasso. Today: Lesson 65 (our last lesson originally) “You’ll Never walk Alone.” This episode originally aired April 24, 2024. In this lesson, we see the sadness around the locker room as AFC Richmond’s season has come to an end and come up short. Many times in life we experience a sadness and loneliness, but as Christians we have the promise that Jesus will never leave us and he won’t forsake us. Christian people have the gre
Lessons From Lasso Revisited: Be Curious, Not Judgmental
11d ago · 6:21
During the month of August, we’re going back to our Lessons from Lasso series we did over the past few years and re-airing some episodes to coincide with the new season of the hit-TV show Ted Lasso. Today: Lesson 55 “Be Curious, Not Judgmental.” This episode originally aired September 13, 2023. Today, we look at how Christians need to balance curiosity and judgement. Sometimes we can feel as though we can’t make any judgment calls, and that’s just not true — we’ll see what the Bible has to say about the balance. From the Touchline is a short-feature podcast with Rev Brad Kenney, Founder and Ex
Lessons From Lasso Revisited: Being Accountable Matters
18d ago · 5:50
During the month of August on the podcast, we are revisiting a number of episodes from our highly popular Lessons from Lasso series that we did a number of years ago to coincide with the return of the hit-TV show, Ted Lasso. Today: Lesson 33 “Being Accountable Matters” which originally aired June 8, 2022. Today, we talk about accountability and why it matters in life, in faith, and in football. From the Touchline is a short-feature podcast with Rev Brad Kenney, Founder and Executive Director of Soccer Chaplains United and Volunteer Chaplain to the Colorado Rapids of Major League Soccer. Rev Br
Lessons From Lasso Revisited: Be a Goldfish
25d ago · 5:41
Today on the podcast, we open up the archive and go back a few years. Our Lessons from Lasso series was really popular and in commemoration of a new season of the hit, tv-show coming out today, we’re going to air some of our favorite “Lessons from Lasso” episodes throughout the month of August. Today, “Lesson 12: Be a Goldfish” which originally aired October 27, 2021. In this episode, we revisit the theme of receiving forgiveness and spiritually and mentally moving past mistakes that we’ve made in life when we have sought out doing what is right. From the Touchline is a short-feature podcast w
Devotional Resources from Rev Brad and Soccer Chaplains United
1mo ago · 17:30
Today on the podcast, I take a minute to share about some different devotional resources that are available through myself and Soccer Chaplains United. The Soccer Psalms – Available in American and British English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French. The Soccer Psalms helps connect the reader to Scripture and also to see the psalms expressed in football lanauge The Light is Coming — Originally written for the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup, this devotional was co-written with other Soccer Chaplains United chaplains around themes during Advent and Christmas around God breaking through the darkness of o
2026 World Cup Review: Thoughts and Reflections from Rev
1mo ago · 19:21
Today on the podcast, I just want to take a moment and offer some of my humble (and non-professional) thoughts around the 2026 World Cup which just wrapped up this past weekend. Whether it was the rising visibility of some smaller nations, the experience of different national fans and their culture or their experience of American culture, the controversies and more — I sit for a few minutes today to offer a bit of a close to the last nearly 60 days. From the Touchline is a short-feature podcast with Rev Brad Kenney, Founder and Executive Director of Soccer Chaplains United and Volunteer Chapla
Nations and Devotions – Day 39 – A Prayer for All Nations
1mo ago · 9:21
Today is the final day of the Nations and Devotions prayer campaign and the last podcast to commemorate the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Today, I share a reflection on Psalm 150 and Soccer Psalm 150 about the greatness of God. Today, for our time of prayer, I lift up all the nations of this year’s World Cup by name. Today’s special hashtag is #allnations for the Nations and Devotions sticker challenge. Make sure to use #soccerchaplainsunited and #soccerpsalmsworldcup with your social media posts. Join us again tomorrow for another special day and time of prayer throughout the World Cup! From the Touch
Nations and Devotions – Day 38 – A Prayer for France
1mo ago · 9:20
For today’s Nations and Devotions podcast, I (Rev Brad) reflect on Psalm 126 and Soccer Psalm 126. This psalm which was sung by worshippers on the way to the temple recounts how God has been good in bringing them back from exile. God is good and our comeback(s) with Him can begin today! Today, I pray for the nation of France’s they take on England in the third-lace match. Today’s special hashtag is #france for the Nations and Devotions sticker challenge. Make sure to use #soccerchaplainsunited and #soccerpsalmsworldcup with your social media posts. Join us again tomorrow for another special da
Nations and Devotions – Day 37 – A Prayer for Spain
1mo ago · 9:06
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast, I (Rev Brad Kenney) reflect on Psalm 134 and Soccer Psalm 134 about how we can celebrate life with the people around us — even those who are in charge of cleaning up the stadium. I share a prayer for the nation of Spain. Today is a rest day before the final matches of the World Cup. Today’s special hashtag is #spain for the Nations and Devotions sticker challenge. Make sure to use #soccerchaplainsunited and #soccerpsalmsworldcup with your social media posts. Join us again tomorrow for another special day and time of prayer throughout the World Cup! From t
Nations and Devotions – Day 36 – A Prayer for Argentina
1mo ago · 8:11
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast, Julio Baptista, a chaplain and member of the Global Sports Chaplaincy Network, reflects on Psalm 139 and Soccer Psalm 139 about how God meets us in the highs and lows of the Beautiful Game and of life. Julio then leads a prayer for his adoptive nation of Argentina. Today is a rest day before the final matches of the World Cup. Today’s special hashtag is #argentina for the Nations and Devotions sticker challenge. Make sure to use #soccerchaplainsunited and #soccerpsalmsworldcup with your social media posts. Join us again tomorrow for another special day an
Nations and Devotions – Day 35 – A Prayer for Brazil
1mo ago · 8:55
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast, Marco Ambriz, volunteer chaplain to Oakland Roots, reflects on Psalm 34 and Soccer Psalm 34 about how we can play with joy again — even if we’ve been through a difficult time and season of life. Marco then leads us in a prayer in English and Spanish for the nation […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 34 – A Prayer for England
1mo ago · 8:08
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast features special guest, Rev Phillip Wright, volunteer chaplain to West Ham United and part of Sports Chaplaincy UK. Rev Wright offers a reflection on Psalm 5 and a prayer for his home nation of England. Today marks the first semifinal for the World Cup tournament. Today’s special hashtag is #england […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 33 – A Prayer for Portugal
1mo ago · 6:50
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast, Ben Bost, one of the newest chaplains for Soccer Chaplains United, returns to share a reflection on Psalm 22 and Soccer Psalm 22 about how we can be on the grandest stage in soccer and sport, have the spotlight on us, and still feel utterly alone. But, the truth is […]
Naciones y devociones – Día 32 – Una oración por Alemania
1mo ago · 7:53
El episodio de hoy de Nations and Devotions cuenta con la participación de Marco Ambriz, uno de los capellanes más recientes de Soccer Chaplains United. Marco es pastor de la First Covenant Church en Oakland, California, y también capellán voluntario del equipo Oakland Roots. Marco reflexiona sobre el Salmo 2 y el “Salmo del Fútbol […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 32 – A Prayer for Germany
1mo ago · 7:03
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast features Marco Ambriz, one of the newest chaplains for Soccer Chaplains United. Marco is pastor to First Covenant Church in Oakland, CA and also the volunteer chaplain to Oakland Roots. Marco reflects on Psalm 2 and Soccer Psalm 2 around God ruling and reigning above all earthly powers. Marco then […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 31 – A Prayer for Netherlands
1mo ago · 7:59
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast features Jan van Vliet, Board Member for Soccer Chaplains United. Jan is a long-time educators — in economics and in theology. Jan offers a reflection on Psalm 133 and Soccer Psalm 133 around the unity of those in the locker room. Jan has the special privilege of offering a prayer for […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 30 – A Prayer for Uruguay
1mo ago · 6:31
Today’s Nations and Devotions features a prayer for the nation of Uruguay. Abraham Rodriguez, former goalkeeper to the Colorado Rapids and Toronto FC shares a reflection on Psalm 91 and Soccer Psalm 91 about the Lord being like a goalkeeper to us. He shares about a low point in his career when God showed up […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 29 – A Prayer for Croatia
1mo ago · 9:03
Today’s Nations and Devotions features a prayer for the nation of Croatia by one of the newest chaplains to Soccer Chaplains United, Ben Bost. Ben is the inaugural volunteer chaplain to AC Boise, a team which has just begun playing in USL League 1. Ben offers a reflection based on Psalm 1 and Soccer Psalm […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 28 – A Prayer for Belgium
1mo ago · 7:36
Today’s Nations and Devotions features a prayer for the nation of Belgium. As volunteer chaplain to the Colorado Rapids and an American, it might be a little difficult to pray for the team that just knocked your home nation out of the tournament but they deserved to win. I also offer another reflection from Psalm […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 27 – A Prayer for Colombia
1mo ago · 7:35
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast features a prayer for the nation of Colombia. Former Rapids Assistant Chaplain Gerardo Alvarez shares a prayer for his home nation and offers a reflection from Psalm 139 about how God often meets us in the “extra time” moments of life, even when we don’t feel He is near. Gerardo […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 26 – A Prayer for Japan
1mo ago · 5:46
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast features a prayer for the nation of Japan. Japan always seems to impress when they make it into the World Cup and Chaplain Kim Beach prays for the nation and offers a reflection from Psalm 100 about how we worship whether we win or whether we lose. Today’s special hashtag […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 25 – A Prayer for Sweden
1mo ago · 10:40
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast features John Ahlström, a pastor and mental health coach working with football athletes in Sweden. John is a friend of the ministry through Mattias Ottestig who has been on the podcast and is working to develop chaplaincy in football in Sweden’s Allsvenskan. John leads us in a prayer for Sweden […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 24 – A Prayer for Norway
1mo ago · 9:17
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast features long-time coach and supporter of the ministry, Brian Shultz. Brian leads us in a prayer for Norway and offers a reflection on Psalm 137. How should we respond to adversity or times when the match feels corrupt? Today’s special hashtag is #norway for the Nations and Devotions sticker challenge. […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 23 – A Prayer for Egypt
1mo ago · 8:04
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast features newest board member, Simon Keizer. Simon leads us in a prayer for Egypt and offers a reflection on Psalm 127 — Unless The Lord Builds. Simon has put his own hands and effort towards building — a soccer club, a ministry, a team, and more. He shares why God is so […]
Nations and Devotions – Day 22 – A Prayer for Switzerland
1mo ago · 7:59
Today’s Nations and Devotions podcast has Jeremy Tittle, again, sharing and leading us in a prayer for Switzerland. Jeremy is a long time coach and on the Board of Directors for Soccer Chaplains United. Jeremy shares a reflection from Psalm 12 and Soccer Psalm 12 about God as the Ultimate Referee. Jeremy then leads a […]

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Lessons From Lasso Revisited: Being Accountable Matters

Lessons From Lasso Revisited: Be a Goldfish

Devotional Resources from Rev Brad and Soccer Chaplains United

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Nations and Devotions – Day 39 – A Prayer for All Nations

Nations and Devotions – Day 38 – A Prayer for France

Nations and Devotions – Day 37 – A Prayer for Spain

Nations and Devotions – Day 36 – A Prayer for Argentina

Nations and Devotions – Day 35 – A Prayer for Brazil

Nations and Devotions – Day 34 – A Prayer for England

Nations and Devotions – Day 33 – A Prayer for Portugal

Naciones y devociones – Día 32 – Una oración por Alemania

Nations and Devotions – Day 32 – A Prayer for Germany

Nations and Devotions – Day 31 – A Prayer for Netherlands

Nations and Devotions – Day 30 – A Prayer for Uruguay

Nations and Devotions – Day 29 – A Prayer for Croatia

Nations and Devotions – Day 28 – A Prayer for Belgium

Nations and Devotions – Day 27 – A Prayer for Colombia

Nations and Devotions – Day 26 – A Prayer for Japan

Nations and Devotions – Day 25 – A Prayer for Sweden

Nations and Devotions – Day 24 – A Prayer for Norway

Nations and Devotions – Day 23 – A Prayer for Egypt

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Lessons From Lasso Revisited: You’ll Never Walk Alone

Lessons From Lasso Revisited: Be Curious, Not Judgmental

Lessons From Lasso Revisited: Being Accountable Matters

Lessons From Lasso Revisited: Be a Goldfish

Devotional Resources from Rev Brad and Soccer Chaplains United

2026 World Cup Review: Thoughts and Reflections from Rev

Nations and Devotions – Day 39 – A Prayer for All Nations

Nations and Devotions – Day 38 – A Prayer for France

Nations and Devotions – Day 37 – A Prayer for Spain

Nations and Devotions – Day 36 – A Prayer for Argentina

Nations and Devotions – Day 35 – A Prayer for Brazil

Nations and Devotions – Day 34 – A Prayer for England

Nations and Devotions – Day 33 – A Prayer for Portugal

Naciones y devociones – Día 32 – Una oración por Alemania

Nations and Devotions – Day 32 – A Prayer for Germany

Nations and Devotions – Day 31 – A Prayer for Netherlands

Nations and Devotions – Day 30 – A Prayer for Uruguay

Nations and Devotions – Day 29 – A Prayer for Croatia

Nations and Devotions – Day 28 – A Prayer for Belgium

Nations and Devotions – Day 27 – A Prayer for Colombia

Nations and Devotions – Day 26 – A Prayer for Japan

Nations and Devotions – Day 25 – A Prayer for Sweden

Nations and Devotions – Day 24 – A Prayer for Norway

Nations and Devotions – Day 23 – A Prayer for Egypt

Nations and Devotions – Day 22 – A Prayer for Switzerland