The CSP was honored with the Vatican II Award for Service to the Missions, given by the Archbishop of Milwaukee
On Tuesday, November 7, 2017, the Community of Saint Paul was honored by Archbishop Jerome Listecki of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee with the Vatican II Award for Service to the Missions. The Vatican II awards were established in 1991 to honor men, women and young adults who exemplify the Catholic Church’s vision set forth in the Second Vatican Council.
The criteria named for receiving the award are that the recipients have promoted Jesus’ mission and witnessed to God’s presence among the diverse people and cultures of the world; have a desire to share the Gospel; and show mutuality in mission (giving and receiving) and a spirit of justice, prayer and joy.
Traditionally, the Vatican II Awards are given to individuals. This is the first time that the award is presented to a collective. There were 14 other individuals and couples who this year also received the Archbishop’s Vatican II Award in different areas for distinguished service and contributions to the Church and society. The Archdiocese of Milwaukee is the Community’s canonical seat, and the CSP has its headquarters there. We are grateful for this honor from Archbishop Listecki and the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
The criteria named for receiving the award are that the recipients have promoted Jesus’ mission and witnessed to God’s presence among the diverse people and cultures of the world; have a desire to share the Gospel; and show mutuality in mission (giving and receiving) and a spirit of justice, prayer and joy.
Traditionally, the Vatican II Awards are given to individuals. This is the first time that the award is presented to a collective. There were 14 other individuals and couples who this year also received the Archbishop’s Vatican II Award in different areas for distinguished service and contributions to the Church and society. The Archdiocese of Milwaukee is the Community’s canonical seat, and the CSP has its headquarters there. We are grateful for this honor from Archbishop Listecki and the Archdiocese of Milwaukee
