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You are the light of the world - St. Matthew 5:14
About
Many individuals and groups throughout the Diocese of Providence work tirelessly in support of the work of the Church in their parishes. Often, they do so without compensation or acclaim, yet because of their devotion to the Church, they ‘toil in the vineyard’ in service to the Lord and those in greatest need.
The Lumen Gentium Awards formally recognize these dedicated individuals and groups. Awards are presented in 10 specific categories to recognize those who have demonstrated outstanding service to the church in their parish, the Diocese of Providence and/or the local community-at-large. A committee, under the leadership of the Vicar General/Moderator of the Curia, was established to solicit nominees from across the Diocese. All nominees are reviewed by the committee and final recommendations submitted to Bishop Tobin for approval.
The recipients of the 2017 Lumen Gentium Award will be honored at an Awards dinner scheduled for Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at the Twin River Event Center, Lincoln.
The proceeds from the Lumen Gentium 2017 Dinner will be distributed to the diocesan Senior Priiests - - to help our retired priests meet everyday needs like food, housing, transportation, and health care. Learn more.
Learn more about Lumen Gentium 2017.Nominations
Groups, organizations and individuals (laity, clergy and religious) are eligible for nomination of a Lumen Gentium Award. While it is expected that nominees will come from within the Catholic community, other nominees will also be considered, provided that they and their work are consistent with the teachings and mission of the Catholic Church.A description of the Awards categories and their criteria are listed on the nomination site. Categories for Service Awards are: Parish Service, Catholic Charities & Community Service, Catholic Education, Evangelization, Communications, Administration & Stewardship, Respect Life, Public Service, Distinguished Catholic Youth, and Friend of the Diocese. If you believe a person or group exemplifies the attributes described, please complete the online nomination process by Friday, February 10th, 2017. Thank you.
OF NOTE: If you have nominated someone in the past and they have not won, please do not be discouraged and consider re-nominating them. Over the years we have received hundreds of excellent nominations and this year could be their year. We are so very blessed to have so many dedicated and faithful people working for our Church.Nomination for Lumen Gentium 2017 are now closed.
Thank you!
Awards DinnerWe invite you to join us as we celebrate the 2017 Lumen Gentium Award recipients at the Fifth Annual Lumen Gentium Award Dinner, Wednesday, May 17th at the Twin River Event Center, Lincoln.
The Evening of the Awards Dinner- 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Registration
- 6:00 pm Cocktail Hour
- 7:000 pm Dinner
The Lumen Gentium 2017 Awards Dinner is SOLD OUTThe fifth annual Lumen Gentium Awards night dinner on Wed., May 17, 2017
at the Twin River Event Center is completely sold out!
At this time, we are no longer accepting dinner registrations or dinner ticket purchases.
Thank you once again for your continued support in helping make this night one of
the highlights of our diocesan year.
Sponsorship & AdvertisingThank you for your consideration of support for the Annual Lumen Gentium Awards Dinner. Visit this page for information on sponsorship and advertising. Deadline for ads/sponsorship is Friday, April 28th, 2017. Contact Wendy Paige with questions or concerns; contact information below.
History
In 2012, Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, convened a committee to establish an annual program to recognize individuals, groups and organizations for their service to the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Providence. A significant priority of the Diocese, a springtime dinner recognizes those for their distinguished service and personal contributions to the life and ministry of the Church in the Diocese in a number of specific categories. The annual event also serves as a fundraiser for various social ministry programs and ministries of the diocese.
To formally recognize these dedicated individuals and groups, Bishop Tobin in 2013 established the Lumen Gentium Awards – to be presented in 10 specific categories to recognize those who have demonstrated outstanding service to the church in their parish, the Diocese of Providence and/or the local community-at-large. A committee, under the leadership of the Vicar General/Moderator of the Curia, was established to solicit nominees from across the Diocese. All nominees are reviewed by the committee and final recommendations submitted to Bishop Tobin for approval.
Past Lumen Gentium award winners.
2017 Lumen Gentium Award winners.Thank you for your interest in the Lumen Gentium Awards!
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Contact Us
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Andrea H. Krupp, Esq.akruppdioceseofprovidence.orgOffice of Stewardship & Development - Catholic Foundation of Rhode Island, Executive Director
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Paula Mollopmollodioceseofprovidence.orgSecretary to the Vicar General/Moderator of the Curia
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Karen Daviskdavisdioceseofprovidence.orgPublic Affairs Manager, Communications Office
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Wendy Paigewpaigedioceseofprovidence.orgOffice of Stewardship & Development
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