Award is presented each year to an outstanding member of the Catholic health ministry.
Created in 1991, the award not only recognizes exceptional leaders, but also draws critical attention to the innovative ideas, unique projects, or achievements they have brought to Catholic health care. How to Enter Nominees must be alive and active in the ministry full time. Provide examples of activities for which the nominee should be honored that have strengthened and enhanced the Catholic health ministry in the United States. Include a description of the nominee's contributions to the health and well-being of the local community, as well as his or her influence beyond the local environment. Describe how the nominee has envisioned and influenced the ministry.