Our Lady of Peace School, Columbus, Ohio

Congratulations and thank you, Debbie!

Today the staff was blessed to celebrate a very special woman. For 30 years (and still going!), Debbie Mahler has been the first point of contact, the constant in the storm, the peaceful presence. Her love for our parish and our Lord radiates. We could never thank her enough for the years of love and devotion to Our Lady of Peace. Her 30-year anniversary is this Sunday, February 1, so if you see her at Mass, be sure to say "Congratulations...and THANK YOU!"

Another day off, Tigers! Read a book, make some art, help around the house!

OLP teachers & staff & their families have been enjoying a variety of indoor & outdoor activities! What have you been up to? ❄️

Due to extreme cold, Our Lady of Peace School will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday 1/20/2026. Stay safe!

We’re proud of this former OLP Tiger! Thank you, Ilse, for sharing your gifts!

Congratulations to Ilse Williams ’27, Bishop Watterson Volunteer of the Month for December! Ilse is a talented cellist who has been perfecting her craft over the last eight years. As a member of the Our Lady of Peace Music Ministry, she plays the cello during Saturday evening masses. During the holiday season, Ilse found a way combine her passion for music with service, by performing concerts to bring holiday spirit and cheer to the residents at several retirement communities. Ilse said the residents’ smiles and engagement during her concerts confirmed her decision to provide this musical service.

This past year, Ilse joined a friend to volunteer during a service day at Level the Playing Field, an organization that gives kids in under-resourced communities the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of youth sports participation. Ilse has continued to volunteer there, sorting through donations of used and excess sporting equipment which are then donated to programs and schools serving low-income communities.

Ilse - your service is a wonderful expression of Christ’s love—thank you!

My Dear Friends in Christ, recent days have seen an increase in immigration enforcement in the Diocese of Columbus, causing an increase in fear and feelings of anxiety in our immigrant communities. The increased presence of federal agents in proximity to our churches and schools is creating an atmosphere of fear rather than security and peace, which we all desire. You can read more about the dispensation that will remain in place through the Christmas season, which ends on the Baptism of Our Lord, January 11, 2026, at this link: https://columbuscatholic.org/bishop-earl-k-fernandes-issues-a-dispensation/ #DioceseofColumbus #ColumbusCatholic