The Eric Liddell 100 Resources
Help us “Tell His Story” and inspire new generations through this free, downloadable Tool Kit.
An invitation from Scotland to “Tell His Story”
Join us in celebrating and sharing the inspiring life, legacy, and values of an iconic Scot, Eric Liddell.
Eric Liddell was a Scottish athlete, Olympic champion, and Christian missionary whose purposeful life, unwavering convictions, and astonishing achievements in sports and community service stunned and inspired people around the globe. Today, his story continues to inspire through books and movies, including the Oscar-winning film Chariots of Fire.
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of Eric’s epic gold medal win at the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris, our Edinburgh-based charity, The Eric Liddell Community, created a campaign called The Eric Liddell 100. Its mission is “To bring his achievements to life for everyone, and to inspire new generations to make a positive impact on their community, their society, and the world.”
To help do that, the campaign includes sports, educational and faith programs designed to promote universal values that Eric inspired: Passion, Compassion, and Integrity. The activities were created to have particular appeal to young people.
The programs have been compiled in a new “Tell His Story Tool Kit” for use by Scottish clans and associations. The Kit includes ideas for ways to integrate Eric’s story at Highland Games and Scottish festivals, in classrooms and churches, and at member events. Sponsoring an “Eric Liddell 100 Award” also offers the opportunity to recognize local young people who exhibit sportsmanship and citizenship, as Eric did.
Click the button below to download the free Tool Kit. The Kit and this page also include links to support materials.
By helping us “Tell His Story,” you’ll not only be insuring Eric’s legacy, but promoting the achievements of another Scot who’s made a positive impact on the world!
Contact us at el100@ericliddell.org with questions or for more information.
Resources
Eric Liddell ATHLETICS
Help “Tell His Story” by staging a race at your Highland Games, field days held by schools or homeschool co-ops, and church or youth camps. Here you can download a frameable certificate that can be given to race participants. (See Tool Kit for announcer copy.)
Eric Liddell LEARNING
Adapt this curriculum developed by experts in Scotland to your homeschool or classroom. The values are taught through lessons in Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, Languages, Technology, Religion, and the Arts. An online learning course also is available for adults.
Eric Liddell MISSIONS
Use these resources to “Tell His Story” of going from gold medalist to God’s missionary. Materials include sample sermons, Bible studies, scriptures, and videos that can be used in congregational worship, Sunday School, and small groups. There are also ideas for a “Missions Sunday.”
Eric Liddell LEADERSHIP
Eric modeled a quiet leadership from which much can be learned. Here you will find a presentation called “The Leadership Lessons of Eric Liddell” for use at meetings, at events, or in classrooms. This includes a script, PowerPoint with photos and video links, and a handout.
