FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Dear Friends of Regis,

As autumn settles into the hills and valleys of the Santiam Canyon, it is a perfect time to reflect on the generosity of those who so selflessly dedicate their lives to putting into action the words of St. Teresa of Avila:

“Christ has no body on earth but yours, no hands but yours, no feet but yours.

Yours are the eyes through which the compassion of Christ must look out onto the world.

Yours are the feet with which He is to go about doing good.

Yours are the hands with which He is to bless the people.

Let nothing disturb you. Let nothing frighten you. All things pass.

God does not change. Patience achieves everything.

Whoever has God lacks nothing.

God alone suffices.”

Christian service is an integral component of the Regis program. We encourage our students to put their faith into action, to live out their prayers and to have the courage to walk in Jesus’ shoes. How blessed are we to be able to see daily examples of this witness, support and leadership from the broader Regis community. Tom, Carolyn, Paul, Janis, Robin, Carrie, Mark, Patricia, Mike, Kelly, Ed, Tom Jon, John, Steven and Tim are just a few faces that make St. Teresa’s prayer come to life. These folks –along with many, many others – are part of the rich and vibrant legacy that begins and ends with “How can I best serve?”

The power of a servant’s heart should never be underestimated and, together, can do wondrous things. The Regis community–student, staff, parents, grandparents, alumni and neighbors – is living proof!

With the humblest of thanks,
Joni Gilles, Principal
Regis High School

Joni Gilles
Principal
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