"Those involved in sports throughout the world have a great responsibility. They are called to make sports an opportunity for meeting and dialogue, over and above every barrier of language, race or culture. Sports, in fact, can make an effective contribution to peaceful understanding between peoples and to establishing the new civilization of love." - Pope John Paul II
The Playing for Peace initiative seeks to answer this call from Pope John Paul II by using the platform of sport to transcend boundaries and bring people together (here in South Bend and elsewhere) in the pursuit of peace, justice and human understanding.
Upcoming Playing for Peace Events:
- November 12th: The 2nd annual P4P 3v3 Basketball Tournament will take place prior to the men's basketball season opener. Enter a team in the tournament or simply attend the Peace & Pep Rally before at 1:15 pm, just before the 2:00 pm tip-off. Click here fore more information.
- The Peace & Pep Rally will feature a visit from Tim Abromaitis, an update on Playing for Peace in South Sudan and a message from Ring Agwick, ND Staff member and former refugee from South Sudan.
- There will be an advocacy opportunity directed and informed by Catholic Relief Services.