London Marathon Winner Sabastian Sawe ‘Never Misses Mass’
A parish staff member and former teacher speaks about the athletic champion’s strong Catholic roots, active participation in parish activities, and generosity to the Church.
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From the Altar to the Track: Marathon-Running Cardinal Highlights Spirituality of Sport
Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco, the archbishop of Algiers, Algeria, said running is for him a “school of prayer.”
Why a Rising Ultra-Marathoner Runs — to Fight for Young Catholic Men and Authentic Brotherhood
Johnny Kuplack has embarked on a 100-day run to Auriesville, New York, where his 3,500-mile jog will end at the National Shrine of the North American Martyrs, which was just designated a national shrine by the U.S. bishops.
The ‘Adoration Ultra:’ Catholic Runner to Cover 50 Miles of Eucharistic Adoration
He said he hopes his run will bear witness to his faith in the importance of the Eucharist — encouraging fellow Catholics to appreciate Christ in the Eucharist, prompt Protestants to evaluate their beliefs, and present a fervent example of faith to atheists.
6 Lessons I Learned From the Most Intense 8 Weeks of My Life
As a child of God first, and everything else second, you come to find that you are loved and cared for more than you know.
Global Rosary Marathon: Nazareth’s Basilica of the Annunciation Leads Prayer for Expectant Women and Unborn
The church in Israel is the fourth of 30 Catholic shrines around the world to lead the rosary during the month-long initiative introduced by Pope Francis.
‘Rosary Bishop’ Says Pope Francis’ May Rosary Marathon Feels Like ‘Divine Confirmation’
Pope Francis will lead a rosary on May 1 at the start of a month-long prayer marathon for the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pope Francis to Launch Rosary ‘Marathon’ for End to Pandemic
The rosary kicks off a month of daily rosaries prayed at Catholic shrines around the world for the intention of an end to the coronavirus pandemic and the resumption of work and social activities.
Vatican Dedicates May to Global Rosary ‘Marathon’ for End of COVID-19
Pope Francis will open the month of prayer on May 1, asking for Mary’s intercession.
Kenyan Marathoner Mom Trains for Gold, Trusts in God
World champion Edna Kiplagat prays for perseverance as she keeps her eye on the prize that has eluded her thus far in her 23-year career as a long-distance runner.
