Competitive activities in the Church should provide opportunities for participation, sportsmanship, fellowship, and activation for everyone who wants to be involved, both members and non-members. Although the goal to excel should not be forgotten, emphasis on winning should not preclude opportunities for all members to participate regularly.

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Devotional programs for participants in activities have been successful in fostering spirituality in cultural arts and good sportsmanship in competitive sports activities (see the Physical Fitness, Sports, and Recreation Manual and the Dance Manual).- Activities Committee Handbook, 1987

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