July 1, 2020
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord. (Psalms 33:12)

Eternal God, stir thou our minds and stimulate our hearts with a high sense of patriotism as we approach the Fourth of July. May all that this day symbolizes renew our faith in freedom, our devotion to democracy, and redouble our efforts to keep a government of the people, by the people, and for the people truly alive in our world.

Grant that we may highly resolve on this great day to dedicate ourselves anew to the task of ushering in an era when good will shall live in the hearts of a free people, justice shall be the light to guide their feet, and peace shall be the goal of humankind: to the glory of thy holy name and the good of our nation and of all mankind. Amen.

Prayer offered by the chaplain, Rev. Edward G. Latch on July 3, 1974 in the U.S. House of Representatives; Source: Congressional Record
Stallion Notes
Congratulations to SFD alumnus Father Frank Brown '03 (far left), who was ordained last month by Bishop Brennan at the Cathedral. He is pictured with Mr. Pat Rossetti '66 and Father Stash Dailey '00.
Alumnus Austin Popovich '16, a member of the Robert Morris University men's lacrosse team, was honored for his work in the classroom by being named 2020 United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association (USILA) / Warrior and New Balance NCAA Division I Scholar All-American. Austin, who will return for the Colonials in 2021, earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration degree in accounting in May, compiling a 3.48 cumulative GPA as an undergrad. He appeared in 49 career games, including seven starting assignments, and compiled 57 points thanks to 31 goals and 26 assists.
In Memoriam     Eternal rest, grant unto her O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her.

Nancy O’Connell Price, class of 1968, passed away June 3, 2020.
Special Announcement
SFD is Hiring!
We are currently seeking a Computer Science Instructor. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching AP Computer Science, Introduction to Computer Science classes, as well as multiple levels of Productions courses. If interested, please contact Assistant Principal Jim Jones at jones@desales.co or 614-267-7808 ext. 115.
Social Gathering
Stallion Golf Outing - Save the Date
When: Sunday, August 23, 2020
Where: New Albany Links
12:30 p.m. Check-in
1:30 p.m. Staggered Tee Times
6:30 p.m. Dinner, Award Prizes and Raffle Drawing

It's time to line up those ringers and round up some hole sponsors! All proceeds benefit St. Francis DeSales High School athletic programs. Please forward this to anyone who may be interested.
Spiritual Reflection

God, source of life, help us to live in your peace. May we be your healing presence for those who are suffering, your welcoming presence to those who are strangers. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.