Gospel Run launches initiative to support Pastors’ Health

February, 2017 –  Gospel Run has launched its first Pastors’ Health Challenge, designed to inspire and support increased physical activity among Senior Pastors.  The initiative was announced in partnership with NBC at the 2017 Gospel Run Clergy Convening, and 20 Pastors signed onto the Challenge on site. 

“Gospel Run is committed to fostering healthy congregations and communities, and healthy Pastors are an essential part of that,” says Nyasha Nyamapfene, Gospel Run Founder.  “The Challenge provides an opportunity for Pastors to lead by example, inspire their membership, and take steps toward their own health journey.”      

A sedentary lifestyle is one of the leading causes of chronic and fatal diseases worldwide.  Increasing physical activity can be a strong catalyst for reducing health disparities in Chicago.  Gospel Run is a nonprofit public health organization that serves as a connector of the faith community and partners with clergy and congregations to close the health gap.