Released in the UK May 2021
Released in the US May 2021
LARGE TRADE HARDBACK JACKET | 264 Pages
9781527106796 • £11.99 $15.99
BISAC – BIO018000
A Greater Glory
From Pitch to Pulpit
Gavin Peacock
Premier league footballer turned pastor
Gospel woven throughout his story
Written for non–Christians as well as Christians
They say it is every schoolboy’s dream to play in the F.A. Cup Final and it’s a dream that came true for Gavin Peacock. But what makes a man walk away from his life as a professional footballer turned BBC pundit to become a church minister? Experience his highs and lows as he tells his story and explains the driving force behind it all – his love for football, his love for his family, and most importantly his love for God.
Gavin Peacock
Gavin is husband to Amanda and father to Jake and Ava. He is associate pastor at Calvary Grace Church of Calgary, and the Director of International Outreach for CBMW. He played football professionally for Chelsea, QPR and Newcastle Utd and was a pundit on BBC Match of the Day.
Related Titles
9781781917640 |
9781527104778 |
9781527104761 |
9781527104785 |
Christian Focus
What a fabulous book! A must–read for all – not just football fans. I loved working with Gavin as his manager at Chelsea and I’ve always said he was in my top 3 players I ever signed as a manager. His talent has shone through again in this wonderful book. A beautiful insight to Gavin’s life and an inspiration to all. Loved it!
Glenn Hoddle
Former England and Chelsea Manager
The story of a not so ordinary man who gave it up for more, a fascinating read from start to finish … a real insight to life as a player and to life as a Christian and what it means. An honest, sincere, and real thought provoking book … you can only admire him for giving up all he had, and wanting more … which Gavin will tell you he has found.
Robbie Fowler
Former Liverpool & England International Footballer, Manager of Brisbane Roar
Gavin’s story includes playing for some of the top managers in football including Harry Redknapp, Kevin Keegan, Ossie Ardiles and Glenn Hoddle. I played against Gavin a number of times and he was an outstanding professional but perhaps more importantly, he was also a man of very good character.
David Moyes
West Ham United Manager
I’ve enjoyed knowing Gavin both as a footballer and co–commentator over many years. I’m full of admiration for him and the way he lives out his faith. I’m thrilled to see him thrive as a pastor in Canada and look forward to the release of his autobiography.
John Motson
(1945–2023) Television and Radio Football Commentator