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Jim Irsay, a billionaire businessman who grew up in the Chicago area, praised his cousin Sister Joyce Dura’s service to others during her time as a religious sister.

Indianapolis Colts owner donates $5 million to Catholic Charities to honor cousin, a nun

Sep 28, 2023

By Jonah McKeown

“Sister Joyce spent a half-century giving back to others, so with this gift I only hope to emulate my dear... Read more

NFL star Benjamin Watson discusses his work in the pro-life movement with "EWTN News Nightly" host Tracy Sabol on June 22, 2023.

‘Do your job’: What NFL star says pro-lifers can learn from his time with the Patriots

Jul 1, 2023

By Tina Dennelly

Former New England Patriots tight end Ben Watson says he believes pro-lifers are in a “new fight for life.” Read more

Tony Dungy speaks at the March for Life on Jan. 20, 2023.

Tony Dungy to pro-life march: God used a football game to show power of prayer

Jan 20, 2023

By Zelda Caldwell

Dungy, who spoke at the March for Life with his wife, Lauren, told the crowd that the nation needs to... Read more

Damar Hamlin, a safety for the Buffalo Bills, went into cardiac arrest after a tackle in a Jan. 2, 2023, game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

NFL player Damar Hamlin making ‘substantial progress’; ESPN host offers ‘brave’ on-air prayer 

Jan 5, 2023

By Joe Bukuras

Doctors reported that the NFL safety who went into cardiac arrest during Monday night’s game is “beginning to awaken.” Read more

Damar Hamlin, a safety for the Buffalo Bills, went into cardiac arrest after a tackle in a Jan. 2, 2023, game against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Outpouring of prayers for NFL player Damar Hamlin from Catholic high school, fellow players

Jan 3, 2023

By Joe Bukuras

Damar Hamlin, a safety with the Buffalo Bills, is in critical condition after suffering cardiac arrest during an NFL football... Read more

Harrison Butker, an NFL kicker for the Kansas City Chiefs, is an altar server at Traditional Latin Masses.

Saddened by restrictions, NFL star speaks out in defense of Traditional Latin Mass

Feb 14, 2022

By Joe Bukuras

In an exclusive interview with CNA, Kansas City Chiefs placekicker Harrison Butker shares his love of the Traditional Latin Mass... Read more

Former NFL linebacker turned pastor Derwin Gray on EWTN Pro-Life Weekly.

Former NFL player turned pastor lines up for pro-life cause

Apr 12, 2019

By CNA Staff

Former NFL player turned megachurch pastor Derwin Gray has spoken about how his church’s support of a pregnancy resource center... Read more

Pope Francis meets with NFL Hall of Fame group in Vatican City on June 21, 2017.

Meeting with NFL hall-of-famers, Pope Francis promotes teamwork

Jun 21, 2017

Pope Francis addressed members of the National Football League Hall of Fame on Wednesday, encouraging them to promote the values... Read more

Jim Harbaugh (Center) teaches football to an enthusiastic group of teenagers from Piura's public school (File Photo/CNA).

NFL coach teaches faith, football to Peruvian kids

Jun 27, 2013

Jim Harbaugh, coach of the San Francisco 49ers, recently completed a one-week mission trip to Piura, Peru, where he taught... Read more