Praying “Average Joe” Kennedy, the former Washington state public high school football coach whose on-field prayer received the blessing of the U.S. Supreme Court in a landmark ruling, will speak at a Thursday evening fundraiser at the Colonnade in Ringgold.
Kennedy is a hero to educators and coaches, Greg Spradlin, the area leader for the Lookout Mountain chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, said by phone Wednesday.
The court ruling “returned some religious freedom to government — public educators — in that they can participate in silent prayer,” Spradlin said, adding, “We feel like we gained back some ground.”
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes said it works with students and coaches in the U.S. and beyond to develop their relationship with Jesus Christ.
The event Thursday evening is a banquet fundraiser for a chapter of the group that serves Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade and Walker counties. Full tables are too late to book, Spradlin said, but those who seek to attend can call 706-764-1954 to buy a ticket.