• Award Nomination Form

    The Episcopal Diocese of Utah invites congregations to submit nominations for the two diocesan Convention awards.  Nominees can be any person within the Diocese whose ministry is still active. 
    • 1. Choose the Award 
    • Choose the Award
    • These awards honor individuals whose lives and ministries embody the grace of God in distinctive ways within the Diocese of Utah.

      Please complete all sections below. Nominations must include two letters of support.

       

      The Emily Pearsall Servant Leadership Award (Ordained)

      Named for Emily Pearsall, who came to Utah in 1870 at the request of Bishop Daniel Tuttle and became known for her gentle, tireless care among all people.  This award is given to an ordained leader whose ministry is a profound witness to God’s love through servant leadership.

      This award recognizes clergy whose pastoral presence, courage, humility, and sustained commitment reflect Christ’s compassion in the Diocese of Utah.

      The Sara Napper Missioner Award (Lay)

      Named for Sara Napper, a gifted lay organizer and mission leader who tirelessly supported diocesan ministries through extraordinary energy and administrative leadership.  This award honors a lay person whose organizational gifts, planning skills, and faithful service enable the mission and ministry of the Diocese.

      This award recognizes lay leaders who make ministry possible through vision, coordination, and joyful dedication.

    • 3. Your Information 
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    • 2. Nominee Information 
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    • Has the Vestry of Clergy Leadership been informed of this nomination?
    • 1. Provide a brief biographical sketch (300–500 words).
      Include:

      How long the nominee has served in the Diocese
      Major areas of ministry or leadership
      Significant contributions to diocesan life
      2. Embodiment of God’s Grace
      A defining example of their ministry
      The spiritual qualities that mark their leadership (e.g., humility, courage, compassion, perseverance, joy)
      The impact of their ministry on individuals, congregations, or the wider community
      3. Alignment with the Award:
      If Emily Pearsall Servant Leadership Award (Ordained)

      3A. How does this nominee exemplify servant leadership in the spirit of Emily Pearsall?

      Please reflect on:

      Pastoral presence among those in need
      Faithful, sustained ministry
      Evidence of Christ’s love made visible through their vocation
      Ways they are known and trusted in the communities they serve
      If Sara Napper Missioner Award (Lay)3B. How does this nominee exemplify mission-enabling leadership in the spirit of Sara Napper?


      Please reflect on:
      Organizational or administrative excellence
      The ability to mobilize others for ministry
      Faithful behind-the-scenes leadership
      The ways their energy, communication, and planning strengthen the Diocese

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    • Please attach two letters which provide a picture to the selection committee of the way your nominee embodies her faith through lived discipleship. Quotes from parishioners or community partners are helpful. These do not need to be long. We are looking for two supporting recommendations for those amongst whom the person serves.

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