(The Dallas Examiner) – Women Praying for Christ Inc. will present the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and Presidential Volunteer Service Award during its 20th Anniversary Celebration Awards Banquet and Gala, June 22. These esteemed awards, signed by President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, recognize extraordinary individuals for their exceptional contributions to society.
The keynote speaker will be Conrad Washington, director of the VA Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships, a division of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
The Lifetime Achievement Award celebrates those who have achieved remarkable accomplishments that have significantly benefited the community and the nation. This honor is bestowed upon individuals whose dedication and impact have left an indelible mark on the community and nation.
Volunteer service award is the most prestigious civilian volunteer award in the United States that have been given to few Americans to recognize their extraordinary service. In 2003 the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation founded the President’s Volunteer Service Award to recognize the significant role of volunteers in America’s strength and national identity. This award honors individuals whose service positively impacts communities in every corner of the nation and inspires those around them to take action.
The PVSA has continued under each administration, honoring volunteers who are using their time and talents to solve some of the toughest challenges facing our nation. Led by AmeriCorps, this program allows certifying organizations to recognize the most exceptional volunteers. This award honors the critical role of volunteers in bolstering America’s strength and national identity. Recipients are individuals whose service has made a positive impact on communities nationwide, inspiring others to engage in service.
This year, presented by WPFCM, nominees were chosen among the many individuals that have supported the ministry over the past 20 years – prayer leaders, community leaders, pastors, those who strive to make our world better, and those who continually give of themselves on behalf of others.
“I’m so excited that God granted me with the opportunity to be a blessing to those who have been a blessing to me and this ministry,” said Dr. Angela S. King, founder and CEO of WPFCM.
Close to 28 individuals have been chosen from across North Texas, including the founding member and long-time volunteer of the ministry – serving as vice president and president at one time.
“I am honored to have been chosen – to even be thought of in such a way,” stated Robyn H. Jimenez, vice president of production and editorial at The Dallas Examiner. “My mom would have loved this. She always tried to be of service where she could, even through her own trials and tribulations. So I always hope I can be a blessing to the paths that I cross. So I thank Angela King for thinking of me for such a prestigious award.
Jimenez was a founding member – who served as the secretary – and long-time volunteer of the ministry. She later elected to serve as vice president and then president.
“I’m also elated to see what the evening is going to bring,” Jimenez said enthusiastically. “Women praying for Christ ministries always does it big. So I know the evening will be full of excitement and blessings – and at least one surprise. I’m so ready for this blessing. And with everything going on… I need this.”
The formal event will be held from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Westin Dallas Park Central Hotel, located at 12720 Merit Drive. The dress code is long gowns and black tie only. Along with the awards ceremony, the event will include red carpet interviews, networking opportunities, live entertainment, inspiring speakers, dinner and more.
“Congratulations to all nominees on your nomination and recognition for all the work you’ve done and continue to do for our communities,” King said
For more information and registration, visit 20thanniversary.eventbrite.com or wpfcm.org.