European Soccer Club Dedicates New Jersey to St. Rose of Lima: The Story Behind the Beautiful Tribute
The result is a jersey that unites soccer, history, and faith in an uncommon tribute to the first saint of the Americas.
The result is a jersey that unites soccer, history, and faith in an uncommon tribute to the first saint of the Americas.
Watching the digital frenzy unfold, Father James DeGrassa, pastor of Queen of Peace Catholic Church just north of the city, saw more than just viral memes. He saw a prime pastoral opportunity.
The NFL’s official Instagram account shared the clip, where it has already drawn nearly 1 million views—and even caught Jared Goff’s attention, earning a like and comment from the Lions quarterback.
The game-winning goal came thanks to Spanish forward Ferrán Torres, who is also an outspoken Catholic.
Erling and his father, Alf-Inge Haaland, paid $134,000 for this rare manuscript dating back to 1594.
This Sunday, for the second time in history, a World Cup final will be contested between two Spanish-speaking, majority-Catholic countries: one that brought the faith to the Americas, and another that gave the Church the first Pope from the continent.