Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh a recipient of the “Ad Lucem” Award

The Benedictine Sisters of Pittsburgh and the members of the other Religious Congregations of the Diocese of Pittsburgh will be honored with the “Ad Lucem” Award presented by LaRoche College. The award will be presented at the College’s Founders Gala to be held at Pittsburgh’s Westin Convention Center on Saturday evening, March 19, 2011.

The “Ad Lucem” Award is presented annually by La Roche to individuals or a group of individuals whose vision, leadership, and determination transformed their dream into reality. Known for their leadership, the recipients of this award epitomize the meaning of the Latin words Ad Lucem—to light. Their dedication and consistent efforts have illuminated new paths and made positive and lasting contributions to society, the civic community, and the professions. The recipients of this award exemplify the mission of LaRoche College which is to educate leaders for the future and to promote peace with justice in a constantly changing global society.

The Board of Directors of LaRoche College is bestowing this prestigious award on the Congregations of Women Religious of the Diocese of Pittsburgh for the Sisters’ tireless devotion to education, caring for the ill and the elderly, fostering children, helping the homeless and so many other good works.

Sister Benita DeMatteis, O.S.B., Prioress of the Benedictine Sisters, will receive this honor on behalf of all her Sisters. The Benedictine Sisters are most grateful to the President and Board of Directors for this gracious recognition and extend heartfelt thanks.

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