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Servus Christi (Servant of Christ) Award
The CNH Servus Christi Award is given each year to at least one deserving candidate who is affirmed by his peers and the president of the CNH District as an exemplary model of servant leadership.
Qualifications
The candidate is an emeritus pastor who exemplifies Christian servanthood in four areas:
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Faithful and sacrificial service as a pastoral leader and shepherd in his congregation(s).
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Exemplifies a heart to lead others to follow Christ in his mission.
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Steadfast and loving attention to his family and, by extension, to his community in which he resides (has resided).
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Intentional and sacrificial service to the greater LCMS and/or Christian church-at-large.
Two recipients were announced at the All-Workers Conference in Monterey on November 25, 2024: Rev. Robert Fickenscher and Rev. Theodore Iverson. We thank God for the gifts and talents these two men shared with the CNH District.
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Commissioned Minister Award Recipients
Special awards were presented to individuals as a part of the 2024 CNH District All Workers Conference. The following Commissioned Ministers received these annual awards:
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Educator of the Year – Corey Baden, Zion San Francisco
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Early Childhood Educator of the Year – Cynthia Huang, Hope Daly City
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Administrator of the Year – Julie Knight, Our Savior Livermore
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DCE Service Award – Jennifer de la Motte, Good Shepherd Turlock
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LWML Love In Action Recap
On November 17, 2024, LWML Love in Action came together in joy at the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, San Francisco. Over a delightful luncheon, we united to celebrate God’s abundant blessings over the theme "Give Thanks Forever".
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Over 70 Attendees gathered to sing and enjoy each other's company. Several sisters gave powerful testimonies, recounting the miracles they have witnessed through the years and reflecting on the importance of living a life that continually gives thanks to God.
May your Christmas season be richly blessed with joy and peace that empowers us to "Serve the Lord with Gladness!"