Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry - The Eagle of the Cross 2004 Eagle of the Cross Awards Recipients The following high school juniors and seniors were honored at a Mass, dinner and ceremony by Bishop Tobin and the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry on April 18th at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish in Youngstown. We congratulate these young people who have been fine Christian Witnesses in their communities. We also thank the adults who took the time to nominate them, and the judges for selecting this year's Eagle of the Cross Awardees. Caryl Adams Having come from a mixed-faith family, Caryl's moral integrity has withstood challenges and she has always made the choices that her faith supports. Caryl has participated in CCD for 11 years and a classroom aide for 3 years. She has volunteered for the Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, Ohio Teen Institute and works at a Health Center. Kathryn Baranovich Kathryn stands up for what she believes and knows is right. A Lector and altar server at home, an active member of a service organization, she has also done a mission trip to New Jersey. She has organized a coat and a toy drive and inspires others to do so as well. Kathryn attended World Youth Day in Canada. Marshall Berkeley Marshall shares the importance of his faith with others through his participation in Youth Ministry Faith Sharing sessions, volunteers at Hammer and Nails and helped with Community Services Children's Christmas party playing a 6 foot tall reindeer. He has gone to the Diocesan Youth Convention, and received the Ad Alteri Dei Award. Renee Black Renee is a dedicated, wholesome person who is willing to help others and take leadership or just work behind the scenes. A Mass server she has also served as a CCD teacher. She has been the director of the Children's Christmas Program and a reading and math tutor, and helped at Glenview with the elderly. Jack Carr Using the talents God has given him, Jack is an inspiration to all who meet him. Jack takes great pride in all he does and it shows in his reverence at Mass, peer tutoring, and his gentle kind words to the candidates for Confirmation. He has been a delegate to NCYC and Diocesan Congress on Vocations. Kathryn Dick Katie is always positive, ready to help, and always present to those in need. She has been described as one who "witnesses and shares faith with others, one who participates and leads prayer, and one who can effectively share her faith." She has tutored students, visited the elderly and helped with a pre-school class. Corey Fowler The depth of Cory's spirituality is revealed in the things he says and the way he treats others. He has been a server, lector and plays and sings for Mass leading a group who provide music for Mass. He has attended NCYC, Diocesan Youth Conference. Cory's goodness and giftedness qualify him for this award. Maria Garofalo While Maria's most impressive quality is her respect and care for others, Maria is a fun and optimistic person who shares her beliefs and faith with others. Her sincerity and genuine faith is expressed in her participation at St. Joseph's hospice and her servant attitude includes openness to completing whatever task needs done. Troy Gawlak Troy is a reflective and resourceful leader; a dynamic breath of tomorrow. He learned Polish in order to lector once a month in that language. A true friend of the Hispanics, he was essential in the formation of the Hispanic faith community. In recognition of his role of "welcoming the stranger", he was given the "Voice of Hope Award" last year. Amy Hope Amy has shown the teaching of God through her volunteering as a Kindergarten teacher and helping teach the 8th grade Confirmation class. She received recognition for her library time and has helped with an American Girl Tea. Amy also helps decorate the church for holidays, and attended a religious program at Walsh College. Candice Lawson Radiating light, love, and life, Candice is a very inspirational Catholic Christian young person, encouraging others to live up to their potential. Candice offers herself to a hospital, a school, a Preschool and a Nursing Home facility. She has taught CCD in her parish and is a wonderful role model for them. Paul Marich From his freshman year Paul has been on an extraordinarily mature spiritual journey making him an inspiration to many in the Ursuline family. A discerning interest in priestly vocation Paul has been accepted to the Josephinum College in Columbus. Paul's loving heart and effective witness for Christ and His Church make him an outstanding candidate for this prestigious award. Monica Mastracco Monica has a "glow" that is seen in those who have allowed the Holy Sprit to work in and through them. At Central Catholic she leads morning rosary and as a member of St. Michael she is a Cantor, a Eucharistic Minister, and drives 20 miles to teach CCD! As president of Right to Life, she speaks out on abortion and euthanasia. Ashley McCafferty Ashley inspires with her gentle spirit and constancy of fidelity, sincerity and maturity. Thoughtful in her estimation of situations she acts according to a well-developed conscience. Ashley is a Peer Counselor for the Crisis Youth Hotline and engages herself and others in fun and recreational activities as well. Kristen Prox While spirituality seems to be very important to Kristen, and her family, her actions reflect her Christian beliefs. Kristen is a hard worker and very active in extra curricular activities. She is honest, trustworthy and makes good decisions. An excellent role model for her younger sister she also baby sits at Church. Thomas Pugh Having a debilitating disease has not kept Tom Pugh from being a strong advocate of peer ministry, teaching CCD, and encouraging students to experience Celebrate weekend. Tom is an active member of a support group for kids with this disease sending messages of encouragement to those newly diagnosed. He received the Pope Pius XII Scouting Award, and has participated in NCYC and World Youth Day. William Ramirez Possessing a strong value system, Bill has a passion about challenging the "haves" of this world to share their blessings with the "have-nots." A profoundly spiritual person, he is an altar server and a Eucharistic Minister that carries forth these ministries with a heart rooted in the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. Rene Rodriguez Always cheerful, smiling and with his arm around someone, Rene is a shining example of an inner city youth with a strong Catholic Faith. Always in the middle of parish life, he invites others to become active participants and is training for Clown & Mime Ministry. He attended the Diocesan Youth Congress and plans to attend the Diocesan Youth Convention in November. Theresa Scharf Therese's intelligence, creativity and musical talent have given her the ability to step in and direct the choir for Sunday Mass. She took the leadership roll in planning the 8th Grade Confirmation retreat. A born leader she is consistent and persevering and has been a positive witness for all. Nicholas Schott With strength of character, ability to live by Christian values and effectiveness as an example to others, Nick's manner is kind, considerate and Christ-like. Nick is an active volunteer for Right to Life and volunteers at Bethany Nursing Home. He has been a Mass server, a Eucharistic Minister, and helped organize a coat drive for the area needy. Diana Tenzek Diana turns to the Bible for strength when her peers exclude or ridicule her for her beliefs. As a result of an invitation to a Celebrate weekend, a friend of Diana's wants to learn more about the Catholic faith. Known as "Dr. Phil" of United High, Diana's friends come to her for advice on many matters. She also attended NCYC in Indianapolis. Tamara Wright Tamara is comfortable praying with her Youth Ministry group and in offering prayers for fellow students, making it evident that Jesus holds a high priority in her life. Her dedication to her future is commendable, an example to others. She has participated in NCYC and also attended the Diocesan Youth Convocation. Millicent Zullo Millicent is a kind person who teaches me to live life with a generous heart. Blessed with a beautiful voice she performs as a cantor in a professional, reverent manner. She strives for spiritual excellence. Her living these qualities and virtues lead her to being an individual who is Christ-like in attitude and action. Melissa Zwilling Melissa's attentiveness and questions inspire me to strive to learn and deepen my own faith. A prayer leader at Youth Ministry, and a reader at Sunday Mass, she also participates in VBS. She helped form the Fellowship of Christian Athletes group, and also is in a leadership role in NHS and Science Club. Return to Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry