"Last week, 19-year-old American tennis player Coco Gauff won the U.S. Open women'’s title. Coco became the youngest American winner since Serena Williams first earned the distinction in 1999 at the age of 17. It was an emotional and memorable moment for everyone at the event. But the most memorable moment, in my opinion, was when Gauff, after winning the final match, dropped to her knees and began to pray. In our modern world, I feel it takes great courage and humility to thank God on live TV.
"Seeing this happen, sports commentators initially stated that Coco 'took
a moment to soak it all in after winning her first Grand Slam title.' A
few openly religious reporters clarified what she was doing and
announced that Coco was not just 'soaking it all in' but was obviously
praying. . . ."
In a recent commentary, Father Jack Kolodziej, OSFS, reflected on the connection between this moment and St. Francis de Sales' teaching on the necessity of prayer.
To access Fr. Kolodziej's complete post, please visit:
De Sales Weekly: Provincial's Reflection: Praying in the Spotlight (14 SEP 23)
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