Church learns from World Cup: passion, fair play and real sympathy

Church learns from World Cup: passion, fair play and real sympathy

The cheering gesture of Alexandra Popp attracted attention at the women's football World Cup. It points up with her index finger and at the same time spreads the left hand. This is a greeting to her late father and to everyone who watches "from above". The gesture could burn itself into cultural football memory.

In the article, it is pointed out that the Church can learn from the Women's World Cup. In particular, passion, real sports spirit and showing emotions are aspects that could also find more space in the church. Fair play and compassion, even in the event of errors of the opponent, are also important lessons.

Another point is the courage to contact - both in sports and faith. Both live from touch and closeness. This could also appear to be impossible. In the church you should also dare to establish real contact.

Furthermore, it is emphasized that contact not only means cuddling, but also real arguments and discussions about what is good and correct. An open culture of errors is important. The DFB team's trainer team also shows how important leadership and communication are.

Although not everything could run perfectly in church and sport, but the motivation to make something and trust that good can arise from it should be in the foreground. A good game strategy, as the women's national team shows, can also help Church.

In addition, the church must raise its voice when it comes to the rights of others and clearly position itself politically. An example of this are the players who are also committed to their beliefs outside the square.

Overall, the importance of the women's World Cup is emphasized as an inspiration for the church in order to become passionate, sociable, more critical and brave. Church should open and show that it is in contact with football and life "out there".