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Bishop Thomas J. Paprocki

Bishop Thomas J. Paprocki is bishop of Springfield, Illinois.

What does Christianity have to say about the Olympics?

February 1, 2026
By Bishop Thomas J. Paprocki
OSV News
Filed Under: Commentary, Sports

When we apply the principles of sport — faithful practice, obedience to the rules, resilience after failure, self-control, discipline and trust in a greater goal — to our spiritual lives, then our discipleship is strengthened and our soul is made stronger and better prepared to meet God.

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