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AN OPEN LETTER OF GRATITUDE FROM 
MR. GARRICK
Dear Friends,

I am writing today to express my sincere gratitude to the community of Saint Francis DeSales High School for the love and kindness that has been expressed on behalf of many throughout this academic year.  As has been the case in past years, members of our school family have faced unanticipated challenges.  And has been the case in past years, our community has once again enthusiastically embraced our call to bring the face of Christ to those in need.

And while Saint Francis DeSales High School has always been associated with a commitment to service there seems to be something very, very special about this year.  It is with this in mind that I felt it important to share my thoughts with our school family. In the months that have passed since school began, I have watched with tremendous pride as our community met the needs of families that were dealing with catastrophic illness, families that have grieved the unexpected loss of loved ones, and a family that was displaced from their home as a result of a devastating fire. And through each of these challenges there was a tangible spirit of love that engulfed those in need. To say I am proud to be associated with Saint Francis DeSales High School would be a profound understatement.

In recent days as I reflected on our year to date I could not help but see God's hand at work in all that we do.  How appropriate that our school has embarked on a Virtues program this year; moreover, the virtues of focus are "Charity" and "Piety." I cannot think of two more appropriate virtues to describe the essence of our school and community.  It is with this in mind that I say THANK YOU!!!  

In closing, at a time when the world seems to be contentious and divided it is gratifying to know that our young people are surrounded by adults who truly understand that we are called to bring the love of Christ to all with whom we are blessed to interact.  Once again I say thank you for being the models of Christ's love for our students.

Peace and God's Blessings,
Dan Garrick
Principal
Saint Francis DeSales High School
Over $1,800 and a generous donation of non-perishable goods were delivered to Holy Family Food Pantry. Pictured are donations we collected for a 2nd delivery to Holy Family.
Parent Patty Feltz pictured with Deacon Mickey Hawkins '66 delivering 1,000 pounds of food from W.A.R.M. to Holy Family Food Pantry.

HONOR THE 1987 TEAM WITH US!
This Friday, before the start of the SFD varsity boys basketball game vs. Watterson at Otterbein, we will honor the 1987 Class AA State Championship Team.

Pizza, drinks, and a great view of the game will be available in the alumni suite. All alumni are welcome!

Want to beat the traffic? Come early and watch the Junior Varsity team play at 6:30pm.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION THIS FRIDAY
Friday, February 3, we will celebrate Eucharistic Adoration at the school. The day will begin with Mass at 7 a.m. in the chapel followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament for the entire school day. Eucharistic Adoration will close with Benediction at approximately 2:45 p.m . We would like to invite parents to sign up for a holy hour during the day to come and pray for the students, faculty, and staff. If you care to just drop in and make a visit to the chapel during the day, you may do that as well. 

Contact Bill or Mary Beth Hinger at bill.hinger@gmail.com or call 614-560-1555 with any questions.

The intention of the upcoming Eucharistic Adoration is to pray for the members of our senior class as they discern their final post-secondary education plans, and in light of growing divisiveness in our world may our Church serve as a sanctuary for those who are fleeing political or religious persecution.
ALUMNI AWARDS OF DISTINCTION -- NOMINATE TODAY!
The St. Francis DeSales family has countless members who deserve to be awarded not only their dedication to SFD, but for their service of others. And, one of our favorites things to do is celebrate the accomplishments of these giving individuals! If you know someone deserving of an Alumni Award of Distinction, please honor them with a nomination. A dinner is held each May in honor of the recipients.

Those nominated must be living examples that the lessons received during their years at St. Francis DeSales did not end after graduation, but are used throughout life. CLICK HERE FOR THE NOMINATION FORM.

Sr. Sharon Goodburn Award
This award is given to alumni who have actively shown their dedication to St. Francis DeSales High School after graduation by volunteering their time and efforts to their alma mater.

Msgr. James Berendt/Patrick Rossetti Award
This award is given to two alumni who have excelled in their professional careers and exemplify the DeSales mission to live a positive, productive life. The recipients of this award are examples of how the lessons learned at St. Francis DeSales High School promote continued excellence after graduation.

Forest "Treeze" Sharrock Award
This award is given to alumni who have brought honor to St. Francis DeSales High School through their dedication to serving the community which they live through special projects and volunteer work, and by setting an example for others in their community.

Young Alumni Award
This award is given to two recent graduates of St. Francis DeSales High School, 10 years out or fewer, who have taken the values learned during their high school career to serve his/her community and share their commitment to excellence in all aspects of their daily life.

Barbara O'Riordan Award
This award is given to an individual who did not graduate from DeSales but has given his/her continued dedication and support to DeSales in a variety of ways.
DAILY REFLECTION

Lord Jesus to You I offer joyful praise, for You are ever near me throughout my life, in all my days, knowing my every hope and need. Amen.