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Former NBA player Gordon Hayward has officially joined the Catholic Church, marking a significant spiritual milestone in his life. The conversion ceremony took place in Rome on October 1, just two months after he retired from professional basketball. The Roman Catholic Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, announced the news last week. Hayward, whose NBA…

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In Shreveport, Louisiana, one man’s dedication to faith and football is changing lives in powerful ways. Denny Duron, former Louisiana Tech hall-of-fame quarterback, has spent over four decades using the gridiron as a platform to teach young men about God, family, and perseverance. At 72 years old, Pastor Duron remains at the helm of Evangel…

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Khadarel Hodge, a wide receiver for the Atlanta Falcons, recently experienced a powerful moment of faith on the field after scoring a game-winning touchdown. During a critical moment in the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Hodge scored the decisive touchdown, sealing a 25-24 victory for his team. But it wasn’t just the win that…

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Alex Morgan, one of the most iconic figures in women’s soccer, has officially announced her retirement from competitive play. The Olympic gold medalist and long-time star of the U.S. women’s national team (USWNT) shared the news with her fans on Thursday through a heartfelt video posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. “I’m retiring,” Morgan…

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