Stephanie Rice, the former Olympic swimmer, has publicly revealed her new relationship with pastor Mark Lassey, a father of three, after dating for almost five months. Rice, who relocated to Dubai, shared the news on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the bond they share, initiated through a mutual friend. Both individuals highlighted the challenges of a long-distance relationship but emphasized the importance of faith and support from their community. Rice's involvement with the Kingdom City church in Dubai and Lassey's role as a pastor in Perth underscore their shared commitment to their faith and each other.