The Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award
The Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award honors those who embody spirits of service and grace and demonstrate commitments to addressing issues of justice and peace in our community and world.
On July 3, 2012, the Community United Church of Christ Council voted to establish the King Peace and Justice Award. Through the establishment of this award, members and friends of Community United Church of Christ convey the deepest expression of gratitude and appreciation for the lives of service of Carolyn and Cy King, two long-time members of the congregation.
Resolution establishing the Carolyn and Cy King Peace and Justice Award
The resolution describes the spirits and work of Carolyn and Cy King which award recipients also exemplify.
Honorees
2012: Carolyn and Cyrus King, inaugural winners and award namesakes
2013: Sandy and Deane Irving; Marjorie Eckels
2014: Bill Towe; Slater Newman; Peg and Mac Hulslander
2015: Judy Occhetti-Klohr and Leo Klohr; Rev. Collins Kilburn
2016: Patrick O’Neal and Mary Rider; Jane Hunt
2017: Alan and Ruth Reberg; Joan McAllister
2018: Lib Hutchby; Adrienne and John Little; John Paar
2019: Betty Anne Ford and Nancy Newell; Don and Shirley Birt; Sue Woodling
2020: none presented during the pandemic spring
2021: David H. Bland, Carson Roach-Howell, and Gary K. Smith
2022: Sue Cottle; Jim Smith. Bishop William J. Barber II (presented at Greenleaf Christian Church)
2023: David Andrews, Rev. Mac Legerton, Gail Phares, and Jane Smith award ceremony
Carolyn and Cy King
Read more about Carolyn Spicer King
Read more about Cyrus Baldwin King, Sr.
