Woman of Faith Award Nominations
The Sisters of the Divine Savior established the annual Woman of Faith Award to affirm a woman of our day who shares our core values and is inspired by her faith to express them in action.
A WOMAN OF FAITH:
- Actively lives a life of service inspired by the Gospel
- Positively impacts and enriches the lives of people in need
- Fosters respect among people and builds a spirit of community through her life and work
- Heightens awareness of people in need through her service
- Elicits support from others through her servant leadership
ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES:
- Nominee must be actively engaged in service to others in southeast Wisconsin.
- Nominee’s service should be more than a single act or accomplishment.
- We encourage nominees from diverse cultures, faith traditions and generations.
- Women religious who primarily serve needs of their own institute are not eligible.
- Employees of the Sisters of the Divine Savior and their sponsored institutions are not eligible.
- Board members of SDS-sponsored institutions are not eligible until three years after completing their service.
- Recipient must be able to attend the award event in Milwaukee on Thursday evening, September 19, 2024.
All Nominations And Testimonials Must Be Received By Friday, May 24, 2024.
Download PDF Nomination Form or complete it online below.
2023 Award Recipient
Ashley Thomas
Sister Jean Schafer, SDS first witnessed the deep and remarkable faith life of Ashley Thomas at a panel on homelessness at St. Pius X Catholic Parish. As a result of hearing Ashley share stories about people struggling to overcome adversity and injustice in Milwaukee, Sr. Jean says... read more
Woman of Faith Nomination Form
Past Award Recipients
Questions about our woman of faith award?
Email Mission Advancement or call (414) 466-7414.