• Catholic Service Award

    Nomination Information
    Catholic Service Award

  • The Catholic Service Award was developed in the spirit and intent of the Legacy of Faith endowment fund to preserve and foster the Catholic faith in the Upper Peninsula.  The award recognizes lifetime dedication and service to the Catholic Church. For more information visit: upcatholicfoundation.org/about-legacy-of-faith

     

    Criteria: 

    • May be given to a man or a woman; a priest, deacon, woman religious or a lay person
    • All ages will be considered
    • Significant demonstrated service to the Catholic Church including, but not limited to, the Diocese of Marquette

    Qualifications:

    • Committed to carrying out the mission of the Catholic Church in word and action
    • An inspiration to others through sharing their time, talent and treasure with generosity and joy
    • Demonstrated service and active leadership in the Church, the community and beyond
    • Personal life and participation in parish endeavors is exemplary
    • Respected member of the community enjoying the confidence of the parish, the community or region, and/or diocesan members

     

    Award Recipients:

    • Are contacted directly by the bishop with a personal message of gratitude 
    • Receive local recognition at their parish and are presented with a special medallion in honor of their service 
    • Their service is highlighted in diocesan publications and social media
    • Are invited, with their pastor, to the annual Bishop’s Ambassadors Mass and Dinner event for further recognition
    • Recipient’s parish receives a $250 grant for faith formation

     

     

    Contact:

    Megan O'Connor, Executive Director

    Department of Stewardship & Development

    Diocese of Marquette, 1004 Harbor Hills Drive, Marquette, MI 49855

    Email: moconnor@dioceseofmarquette.org | Phone: (906) 379-5057

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  • In the section below, please upload an endorsement letter from the parish pastor (this is a required document). To include additional endorsements, combine them into one document before uploading to this form. Attachments could include photos, newspaper articles or other documentation. 

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  • Nominator Information:

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  • Submit nomination by May 1st

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