Pope Leo XIV—Prayer for Sport

Lord of life we thank you for the gift of Sport, for the Friendships born on the field and the joy of playing as a Team. You teach us in life as in the game no one is saved alone, we need others to grow, to learn respect, to overcome our limits, to clelebrate together the victories we achieve. We ask that sport may always be a school of fraternity not of empty rivalry, a space of encounter not exclusion, a place of peace not violence.
May those who play, train or cheer discover in sport a universal language that brings cultures together, unites people and fosters respect, solidarity and personal growth.
Lord, may every Sport become a parable of life lived with you working with joy and effort, living with humility in defeat and with gratitude in the victory you offer in your resurrection. May your spirit never be lacking in us making us one team united with you to build community and fraternity in our World.
Amen.