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Pope calls for a global cease-fire during Olympics, a more inclusive world

With world peace under serious threat, Pope Francis called on all nations to observe the Olympic truce and cease all conflicts for the traditional period before, during and after the Olympic Games in Paris.

The heart of Christian faith

It was heartbreaking to see the great champion Simone Biles withdraw from competition at the Olympics. She has made America proud, and we can only imagine how difficult it was for her to make this decision, particularly after years of training and hard work.

Catholics see challenging balance in Simone Biles' decisions at Olympics

When Simone Biles, described as the world's greatest gymnast, announced July 27 she would not be competing in a team event with the U.S. women's Olympics gymnastics team and the next day withdrew from the all-around final, many people were shocked, but many supported her decision to prioritize her mental health.

Pope sees hope for peace in unified Korean team at Olympics

The presence of a unified delegation and team for North and South Korea at this year's Olympic Games gives people hope for a world dedicated to peace through dialogue and respect, Pope Francis said.

Gymnast keeps rosary -- a gift from her mom -- close when she completes

RIO DE JANEIRO — U.S. Olympic gymnast and gold medalist Simone Biles says when she travels, she sometimes takes with her a statue of St. Sebastian, the patron saint of athletes, and she also carries a rosary her mother gave her.

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