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Who is Fr. Derek Sakowski? First of all, he is not only a brother priest, but a good friend. Fr. Sakowski and I were ordained together in 2003. He is 35 years old and possesses a brilliant mind, a deep prayer life, and a fun disposition that you will greatly enjoy. He is originally from Wisconsin Rapids (yes, you will be putting up with yet another Central Wisconsin Polish Priest) and attended Assumption High School. He was a very good football player (middle linebacker), but also displayed a deep interest in the priesthood. Fr. Sakowski attended college seminary and was accepted into the Basselin Scholar program at Catholic University in Washington D.C. He earned a Licentiate in Philosophy before entering seminary at the Josephinum in Ohio. Upon ordination, he was assigned Chaplain at Pacelli High School and quickly earned the reputation of an outstanding teacher, author, and priest. After five years at Pacelli, Fr. Sakowski was asked to pursue further studies in Rome. Fr. Sakowski is completing his Doctorate in Sacred Theology in the field of Ecclesiology. Needless to say, Fr. Sakowski has a broad range of interests, talents, and abilities. I have every confidence you will greatly enjoy your new pastor. Fr. Sakowski is excited to be your priest! You will find in him a shepherd who is faithful to Christ and His Church. Transition can be hard, but you will see that the short term pain of change will give way to the joy of discovering Jesus Christ with Fr. Sakowski. Thank you for the privilege of being your priest and please know that I am so excited for you to be receiving one of the finest young priests in our Diocese in Fr. Derek Sakowski.
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