The parish Lumen Gentium Award is bestowed upon Catholic laypeople from each parish who have demonstrated participation in the Catholic Church’s mission to bring Christ’s light to all.
The individuals are practicing Catholics who manifest an understanding of the teachings of the church and have been graced with a life formed in the Catholic spiritual tradition. These individuals have used their talents to deepen the life of the church in the parish or have served in an extraordinary way the ministry of the parish.
The recipient of this award is Andrew Ontiveros from Immaculate Heart of Mary in Yancey, Texas. 

Congratulations and many blessings to you for your devotion to our mission church. The Lumen Gentium Award celebrates Catholic laypeople from each parish who embody the mission of spreading Christ’s light to all. 

These award recipients are devoted practitioners of the faith, demonstrating a deep understanding of the Church's teachings and a life enriched by the Catholic spiritual tradition. Through their unique talents, they have profoundly enhanced the parish’s life and have served in remarkable ways.

This year, we honor Andrew Ontiveros from Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Yancey, Texas. 

Congratulations, Andrew! Your unwavering dedication to our mission is truly inspiring.