January 4, 2012
Dear Parents and Students,
Happy New Year! I hope that your vacation was both fun and restful and that the Christmas season brought a strong sense of being loved to all of you. Although it was quiet here at school, we did pass a major milestone yesterday. On January 3, 1909 Star of the Sea School opened its doors for the very first time to children of the Richmond District. So our little school is now 103 years old and still serving the children.
Another big event, this one on the parish level, also took place over the last few weeks. Working with Catholic Charities, the City of San Francisco, and Salesforce, the old convent has been brought back to life. There couldn’t be a better time of year than Christmas to open our hearts and our doors to families in need.
The plan is to host families who need a little time, some job training and a chance to get back on their feet for 3-6 months. Other similar programs have been very successful and we pray this one will be too.
Somehow, I just can’t avoid comparing this to the Holy Family searching for a place to stay in Bethlehem. There probably won’t be three wise men bringing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, but we can provide shelter and hospitality.
God Bless You All,
Terrence Hanley
Principal
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