Woman of Faith

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

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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

  • Complete all information below. Strengthen your nomination with no more than 3 testimonial letters from people who know your nominee well.
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  • Your Contact Information

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    Past Award Recipients

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    Anne Haines

    2022
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    Kai Gardner Mishlove

    2021
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    Carla Del Pozo

    2020
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    Rachel Monaco-Wilcox

    2019
    Michelle-Runte-headshot-web

    Michelle Runte

    2018
    Linda-Pischke-web

    Linda Pischke

    2017
    Kathleen-Cepelka_72ppi_web

    Kathleen Cepelka

    2016
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    Mary Kay Balchunas

    2015
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    Meg Kissinger

    2014
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    Ann Maguire

    2013
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    Danae Davis

    2012
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    Kathie Daily †

    2011
    WOF-Vicki-Thorn-2010-e1401715955284-200x300

    Vicki Thorn †

    2010
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    Janine Geske

    2009
    Gert-Arndofer_2008

    Gert Arndofer †

    2008
    MacCannon-Brown_2007

    MacCanon Brown

    2007
    Barbara Abler_2006

    Barbara Abler

    2006
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    Ethel Gintoft †

    2005
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    Pat Parks †

    2004
    Kathleen Schneider_web

    Kathleen Schneider

    2003
    Dr Rita Simo_web

    Rita Simo †

    2002
    Betty Thompson

    Betty Thompson †

    2001

    Questions about our woman of faith award?

    Email Mission Advancement or call (414) 466-7414.