I am not a football fan but witnessing the european cup final on sunday between Spain and Italy, was a lesson for life. I had always seen the negative effects of football, which is a problem as children of today are so impacted by their heroes. Well sunday's match was a shining example of team play, respect for your rivals and a sense of understanding those around you. My hero is Spain's goalkeeper Iker Casillas, who asked the referee to stop the match before the end, in the final minutes in respect for his rvial Italy (Spain was leading with 4-0!), then even before going on to celebrate with the rest of his team, he shook hands and embraces with the Italain team. Iker, what an example for all of us and especially our children. This truly is an example how we can practise humility and feeling for our neighbours. When teaching our children about the ways of Jesus, such an example is one of the best.
