program, even if there is a residual benefit for missionary work.

The Church in the United States finances the construction and maintenance of temples and buildings worldwide. No area of the world--even the UK which is the 2nd wealthiest nation in Europe behind Germany--is self-sufficient.

If fans want a P-5 caliber football team, pony up the money; otherwise, be silent about Church funds and let it be about its business of building the Kingdom. Financing a sports program is beyond the purview of the reason the Church exists.