More Than An Athlete: Mental Health Matters

September is Suicide Awareness Month. Did you know that African American children die by suicide twice the rate of White children.
About this Event

More Than an Athlete is a free community event bringing together sports, mental health, faith, food, and family connection. Join Christ Temple Church Grand Rapids, Adolescent & Family Behavioral Health Services, and Michigan Made Advanced Athletics for a powerful afternoon featuring a mental health panel discussion, football activities, prayer, resources, free food, and real conversation about life on and off the field. AND AND AND... you get to learn some skills with former NFL player!

This event is especially designed for teens, young adults, athletes, families, and community members—but everyone is welcome. Come connect, have fun, and be reminded that your mental health matters and your life matters.

Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 4:00–7:00 PM
Christ Temple Church Grand Rapids
950 28th St SE, Suite 202E, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Free and open to the community.

Agenda

🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Food, Activities
🕑: 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Mental Health Panel Discussion
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Food, Activities, Wrap Up