Apostolic girls and sports

[The Lemon]

Interesting topic for sure. I do not limit either of my children (I have a boy and a girl) from playing sports etc. I think the disciplines they learn are worth the involvement alone. (i.e. - teamwork, work ethic, etc. -not to mention exercise) As far as the "uniform" - I let tham wear what is required - no need to make my 7 and 8 year old be the sore thumb because of some organizational clothsline standard which at their age, they hardly understand. (Hey, I know alot of adults that don't "understand")

What is interesting to those in the UPCI is that the organization has never relinqushed its stand on competitive sports and physical education. If you had/have a Manual and read it you will see. Makes me kinda of wonder how any pastor who is affiliated can say it is o.k. to be in competitive sports when clearly the org. feels differently. Well I digress!

Seems commonsense really does rule the day on an issue like this. I personally feel it is ridiculous to prevent a child from being involved in sports, esp. when it is an opportunity to interact and build friendships. But i guess some people like the little isolated box to stuff their kids in, even when their seems to be alot of folks who do not follow the teaching, even in the ministry.

Anyway, sorry for the rant.

[MomOfADramaQn]

Originally Posted by Jake in TX

Whatever happened to women not wearing mens' apparel?

Come out from under your rock - it doesn't say "a man's clothing" is says that which "pertaineth" to man's clothing - which could include a button up shirt - thus - like others have said - it is really a personal conviction.

[SDG]

Full Name = Leighlani Lanisha Paselio
Age = 15
From = New Port Richey, FL
Church Name = Upper Room Apostlic Church Pastor, Mark Huba
Favorite Food= Pasta
Favorite Color= Blue


Leighlani Paselio, 15, has played basketball for 8 years.. in a skirt! She is one of the Top players in her County and was a Varsity Starter in her Freshman year, having been trained by Dee Brown from the Celtics! She says, "Playing Basketball has helped me discipline myself by learning to put God first, then School, and then sports last. I've had to learn to keep my priorities right." Leighlani also claims that playing Basketball has helped her show the love of God to her team mates and Coaches.

Leighlani Paselio
Skirts in action!

"Since I have been playing random people come up to me and ask me why I wear a skirt, which gives me an opportunity to witness to them and explain about the stand I take. Some people don't understand but I let me them know it's a personal choice and a commitment to God. My grandma is my skirt maker and thread by thread separates my basketball shorts and makes a skirt out of them for me. I also play Volleyball in a skirt. In my future I plan on playing College Basketball and Majoring in Sports Medicine and continuing using my gift to share the Gospel" says Leighlani. Check out this link to the article written in the Tampa Tribune, featuring Leighlani! http://www2.tbo.com/content/2008/nov/01/pa-a-way-of-saying-thanks/

Source: Apostolicgirl.com

[Hoovie]

Originally Posted by Renee29

For those of you that consider yourself moderates, do you allow your daughters to play sports (softball, soccer etc) and wear the team uniform? My husband and I differ in this area. Please explain your reasoning either way.

Just saw this thread again.


Our girls wear team shirts and culottes.

[commonsense]

Both of my daughters wore culottes for any and all school sports. Culottes are great.

You rarely see them anymore but if well designed, looks like a skirt.

I still own a few "old" patterns...

[RandyWayne]

So how on earth do "sports" for a young girl profit when it comes to child rearing, sewing, and cooking pot-luck food for the church basement fellowships?

I ask this!

[Praxeas]

Originally Posted by Renee29

For those of you that consider yourself moderates, do you allow your daughters to play sports (softball, soccer etc) and wear the team uniform? My husband and I differ in this area. Please explain your reasoning either way.

Yes but we always insist they wear a long skirt under their uniform

[Narrow Is The Way]

Originally Posted by Renee29

I will not be teaching my daughter that it's a sin to wear pants. My attitude is very similar to yours regarding the pants issue.

Your lack of teaching your daughter the truth about mens and womens clothing will help send her to hell. Also, If your pastor is not teaching this, he is sending his flock to hell.

[Narrow Is The Way]

Originally Posted by MomOfADramaQn

Come out from under your rock - it doesn't say "a man's clothing" is says that which "pertaineth" to man's clothing - which could include a button up shirt - thus - like others have said - it is really a personal conviction.

What a joke. You have got to be kidding. The bible called it an abomination and you all it a conviction. Read your bible and you might find more truth to explain away as just optional.

[The Lemon]

Originally Posted by Narrow Is The Way

What a joke. You have got to be kidding. The bible called it an abomination and you all it a conviction. Read your bible and you might find more truth to explain away as just optional.

The only "joke" is when folks like you come on to a forum, and without ANY Biblical prescidence whatsoever, you make an arrogant blasting statement like this.

Even if you had some revelation of truth, you smash it to pieces with this critical condeming attitude. The Bible is right....He that wins souls is wise.

"Read your Bible and you might find more truth to explain away"....give me a break!! I think this statement is way over the line.