2008 Child Advocacy Awards
Bishop Jesse R. DeWitt Award
The Bishop Jesse R. DeWitt Award is presented to Laura Dean Friedrich.
Laura Dean Friedrich has been a tireless advocate working on behalf of children who live in the margins. She is a gifted trainer, speaker and writer who understands the issues affecting children and their families and puts that knowledge into action at the local, state and federal levels.
In both her professional and personal lives, Laura Dean's passion and commitment to ensure that all children receive the services they need to grow up in a safe and nourishing environment are immeasurable. As her nominator reminds us, she is well known throughout the Conference as the "go-to" resource for child advocacy.
Katherine B. Greene Award
The Katherine B. Greene Award is presented to Shelby Bordner.
Shelby Bordner has faithfully advocated for children throughout her lifetime in her roles as a teacher, youth fellowship advisor, Sunday School teacher, mother, neighbor and friend. In her efforts to help children know and love Jesus Christ, Shelby has introduced youth to mission work thru organizing and leading mission trips, initiated successful after-school clubs at her church for children who live in the community, delivered meaningful children's messages on Sunday mornings, and provided a home for children in need.
As was written in her nomination she is always willing to speak her beliefs, defend what is right, prevent what is wrong, and lead the way to God.
5th Sunday Appeal Recognition
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