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Ralph Weiser Excellence in Ministry Award Announced

The recipient of the 2020 Ralph Weiser Excellence in Ministry Award was given to Mr. Michael MacDowell at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Murray, KY on December 20.

The annual award is given to a lay person who has contributed services and stewardship to the Mid-South District’s missions and ministries in honor of Ralph Weiser. In addition to the bronze statue, the Mid-South District donates $5000 to the Lutheran charity of the recipient’s choice. Mr. MacDowell chose the Lutheran Association of Missionaries & Pilots, Inc. (LAMP) and Lutheran Bible Translators to receive this year’s award.

Pictured include (L-R) Angela Fowler, Executive Director of Business and Finance, MDS; Pat Paavola; President Paavola, MDS; Michael MacDowell; Diane MacDowell; Nancy Lee, Retiree, MDS; and Paul Reaves, LCEF Vice President and Executive Director for Development, MDS.
Pictured include (L-R) Angela Fowler, Executive Director of Business and Finance, MDS; Pat Paavola; President Paavola, MDS; Michael MacDowell; Diane MacDowell; Nancy Lee, Retiree, MDS; and Paul Reaves, LCEF Vice President and Executive Director for Development, MDS.
President Paavola and Mike MacDowell.
close up of the 2020 Ralph Weiser Excellence in Ministry Award

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