The Offices of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry are asking for nominations for the Bishop John J. McRaith Catechetical Leader Award. The recipient of this award will be announced sometime this spring.
Anyone from the Diocese of Owensboro may nominate an individual for this award.
Nominees should be (or have been) professional ministers or volunteers working for a minimum of 5 years in the Diocese of Owensboro in the field of catechetics. Some ministerial roles to be considered are Director of Faith Formation, Coordinator of Faith Formation, Pastoral Associate, Youth Minister, etc.
The recipient of the award is a role model as an outstanding human being; committed to Diocesan, Parish and Community service; shows a deep sense of spirituality; is knowledgeable, and committed to continuing their intellectual, spiritual and collaborative growth.
The deadline for nominations is April 14, 2025. The Core Committee for Religious Education, consisting of the Diocesan Directors of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry will discern and select the recipient.
You can fill out the form below (preferred method) or mail nomination forms to the Youth Ministry Office, 600 Locust St., Owensboro, KY 42301-2130 or e-mailed to robin.tomes@pastoral.org by April 14, 2025