2019 Vatican II Award Recipients Announced

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.

On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, various individuals will receive the Archbishop’s Vatican II Award for Distinguished Service for outstanding contributions to the Church and society. A prayer service and awards ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 812 N. Jackson St., Milwaukee, followed by a dessert reception in the Cathedral Atrium. All are welcome to attend. 

Congratulations to our 2019 Vatican II Award recipients

Service in Administration - Mark Hogan (Christ King Parish, Wauwatosa)

Service to the Church - Sr. Callista Robinson, OSF (St. Martin de Porres, Milwaukee)

Service in Communication - Dick and Terry Boldin (Basilica of St. Josaphat, Milwaukee)

Service in the Diaconate - Deacon Don Borkowski (St. Jude, Wauwatosa)

Service in Ecumenism - Tom Heinen (St. Michael, Milwaukee)

Service in Education - Loretta Jackson (St. Mary, Burlington)

Service to Families - Bruce and Mary Words (St. Martin de Porres, Milwaukee)

Service in Liturgy - Randy Hilgers (St. Joseph, Grafton)

Service to the Missions - Maureen Michaels (St. Anthony, Pewaukee)

Service to the Priesthood - Reverend Robert McGlinn (Senior Priest)

Service to the Priesthood - Reverend Michael Ignaszak (St. John Paul II, Milwaukee)

Service in Society - Sheryl Laird (St. Frances Cabrini, West Bend)

John Paul II Youth Awards - Claire Schilz (St. Joseph, Lyons)

John Paul II Youth Awards - Tyler Kebis (St. James, Menomonee Falls)