Following the death of Don Shula, the winningest coach in NFL history, those who knew him well said that despite his accomplishments on the field, it was his deep faith and love of the Catholic Church that made him remarkable. Archbishop Thomas
he Super Bowl isn't just about football. For many, it's about the wings, chili, sliders, chips and dips consumed during the game. And for Catholic leaders of the cities from the two competing teams in this year's matchup -- San Francisco and
The Archdiocese of New Orleans said in a Jan. 24 statement that it has never called on any outside organization, like the New Orleans Saints, to help cover up information on abuse allegations. It said it remains "steadfast in support" of victims
In the hours and days that followed the tragic helicopter crash that took the lives of nine people, including the all-star basketball player Kobe Bryant and his thirteen-year-old daughter, Gianna, the sadness of the event was paired with the beautiful witness of
As the world mourned the loss of basketball great Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others killed in a tragic helicopter crash Jan. 26, many recalled how Bryant gave much credit to his Catholic faith for seeing him through the
Sports can bring out the best and worst in people. Hard work, character and commitment are traits developed through athletics, but pride and a cut-throat competitiveness also are possibilities. A number of Catholic programs have recognized the natural relationship between sports and
The Catholic chaplain of the Washington Nationals, Monsignor Stephen Rossetti, reflects on the team’s historic run to the World Series, the faith of the players, what his role is as chaplain and what this postseason has meant to fans and the community
In this week’s Openers, managing editor Scott Warden writes about Pope Francis’ tweet giving thanks for the newly canonized saints but accidently and automatically embedded a fleur-de-lis — the logo of the New Orleans Saints. The tweet did not go unnoticed by
As the Catholic chaplain for the Indianapolis Colts, Father Douglas Hunter has access to the training facility, the team meetings and the sidelines during games. He's even there in the locker room when head coach Frank Reich talks to the players, including
The Archdiocese of Detroit is leading the way for Americans to reclaim Sunday for catechesis and family