Faith, Family, Football: The Catholic Legacy of Soccer Legend Tommy Burns
Famous in Scotland for his skill on the field, the Glasgow Celtic legend was equally admired for his quiet holiness and deep faith.
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Hundreds of Fans of Soccer Legend Pelé Pray in Front of Hospital for His Recovery
Fans formed a circle, lit candles, held hands, and prayed an Our Father and a Hail Mary, followed by a round of applause.
Pope Francis Highlights the Courage of Argentine Dwarf Soccer Players
The soccer players explained to the Holy Father all the efforts made for the inclusion of dwarves in society through sports.
Will Victorious Italian Soccer Team’s Catholic Manager Robert Mancini Be a ‘Seed of Evangelization?’
Italian nun Sister Rosalina Rovasio predicted the Italian team’s victory in the European Championship 18 months ago, and suggested Mancini could become an instrument for spreading the faith.
Pro Soccer Player Shares Heart-Stopping Story
Drew Beckie recovers from mysterious illness that caused cardiac arrest.
Pro Soccer Player’s Sense of Purpose and Community Confirmed
D.C. United Midfielder Jared Jeffrey influenced by teammate’s transformation.
D.C. United Defender Too Blessed to Be Stressed
Taylor Kemp, freed up to play well because of conversion, speaks of successful season and dramatic MLS Cup Final.
Professional Soccer Player Returns to His Fans in Chile — as a Priest
Fans in the Latin-American country were delighted to reunite with the Catholic priest who once brought them fame on the soccer pitch and now gave them the Eucharist.
