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The Faithful 11: Meet the Patriots and Seahawks Playing for Christ this Super Bowl Sunday

Robert Gauthier
New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) thanks God after his touchdown in the fourth quarter during the AFC wild card game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the New England Patriots at the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA on Sunday, January 11, 2026.

From pro-life witness, a pre-Super Bowl elopement, and moments of faith lived on and off the field, here are 11 players to watch this Sunday.

Archbishop Ronald Hicks Takes Helm of Archdiocese of New York

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Archbishop Ronald Hicks delivering the homily at his installation Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral on February. 6, 2026.

Addressing his new flock directly, Archbishop Hicks said, ‘I desire to follow the heart of Christ, to be a good shepherd. I come to walk with you, to serve you, and to proclaim Jesus Christ to you.’

Leo XIV Meets With Founder of Sant’Egidio Community

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Sant’Egidio Community founder Andrea Riccardi meets with Pope Leo XIV on Feb. 5, 2026.

Pope Leo XIV and Sant’Egidio Community founder Andrea Riccardi discussed the role Christians and the Church are called to play in promoting peace in the midst of various world conflicts.

Pope Leo XIV May Add European Parliament to 2026 Travel Agenda

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Pope Leo XIV receives the President of European Parliament Roberta Metsola at the Vatican on Jan. 29, 2026.

The brief stopover is part of the pontiff's very busy schedule, but it holds a particularly strong significance.