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ICTA |
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amy osterman |
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Jul 20, 02 - 8:55 PM |
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205.174.22.26 |
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amy.osterman1@earthlink.net |
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I am interested in the ICTA. I have two boys who have begun competing in junior tournaments and take lessons currently with the club pro. It's truly a great option for Christian families to have an academy interested in helping develop the spiritual and physical needs of atheletes. However, I am concerned that there is no physical address for the facility nor recommendations by any reputable Christian leaders. My husband and I do not want our children to be influenced by anyone who does not have the endorsement by someone we can contact for reference. Is this Academy recognized by any reputable ministry. Why is Scott Paschal's picture and the actual location of this academy not revealed. Is there anyone we can contact who can verify that Scott Paschal is who he says he is. In this day and age we cannot just assume that someone is a Christian just because they say they are. If my kids go to any academy or camp, I need to know that they are going to be safe and their Christian faith not compromised. I hate to think of the posssibility, but if parents don't first question and investigate the integrity of ones they entrust their children to influence,it could have devastating consequences.
We can't just assume our children will be safe just because someone is SAYING all the right things. We should ask are they DOING the right things. I read all the info on the ICTAtennis.net website and it's great. How wonderful it would be to help my boys share Christ through tennis and to learn to play their best for God's glory! But how awful it would be if the influences of the academy are not what they seem to be. Is Scott Paschal married? Does he have children? Is he involved in a local church ministry? How about his staff? What's Scott's tennis background? Where did his staff come from and what are their credentials and references?
I really don't like to be so cautious, but I have to be when it concerns my kids. My Mother never had to be that suspicious of people that worked with kids when I was young, but it's evident that we sure do need to now. |
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Re: ICTA by Rev. Bob Kraft · Aug 26, 02 - 8:36 AM
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