Here are the Top Faith-Filled Moments From the Olympics
Some competitors made it clear that they were playing for a purpose greater than national pride and a piece of hardware.
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Catholic Gymnast Simone Biles Makes Triumphant Return to Olympics
After returning to competition, Biles won a silver medal in the team competition and a bronze on the balance beam. She is now tied with Shannon Miller for the most Olympic medals ever by an American gymnast.
Olympic Gold Medalist Katie Ledecky Receives Praise from Catholic Schools
Ledecky has long spoken about how her Catholic faith has kept her grounded, saying that she finds the Hail Mary to be a “calming” prayer and prays it before races.
Life Lessons From Simone Biles: Throw Stones or Give Thanks?
COMMENTARY: The world’s greatest gymnast has shared with us lessons not only of exquisite athletic performance, but of humility, fortitude, prudence and loving care for her fellow teammates and competitors.
Filipino Gold Medalist Hidilyn Diaz Inspires With Her Victory and Catholic Devotion
After completing her final lift, the champion weightlifter held her hands to her face, burst into tears and clutched at her Miraculous Medal of the Blessed Virgin Mary hanging from her neck.
