Timothy Award Recipients

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Ed Leanza

Year Awarded: 2019
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Florida District NYI

"Ed has gone above and beyond the call of duty by also serving in many ways. When we think about ministry in terms of multiplication, we can’t help but realize Ed’s selfless and sacrificial ministry has reached thousands of teenagers across the globe."

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Shane and Amy Smith

Year Awarded: 2019
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: East Tennessee District NYI

"Shane and Amy are phenomenal at nurturing the spiritual and emotional development of countless students based on their relationship of leadership and trust. Their impact on youth has been immense."

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Gary Young

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: South Central Region NYI and West Texas District

"Gary has always had a heart for students and has not only been their pastor but a great mentor. He is passionate about seeing the next generation know what it means to be missional."

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Lance Redigner

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Southwest Oklahoma District NYI

"Lance loves freely and fully, and pursues the Kingdom of God wherever it is opened to him. He does not miss the opportunity to invest in students, no matter the personal cost or the perceived potential."

Brad Ives

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Southern Florida District NYI

"Brad is a legend. He is not afraid of a challenge and enjoys serving. Brad loves seeing people come into the kingdom, challenging the norm or status quo and thinking outside the box."

Craig Shepperd

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Southwest Oklahoma District NYI

"Craig has embodied the qualifications of what it means to be committed to others. He is a deep thinker, a jokester, a great storyteller, a great listener and a great friend."

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Doug Gunsalus

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Anaheim District NYI

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Jason Underwood

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: MidSouth District NYI

"Jason has a true servant's heart willing to lead all shapes and sizes of flocks. His consistency in leadership has given countless students the opportunity to know and grow in Christ."

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Joshua Kleinfeld

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Mid-Atlantic District NYI

"Josh is humble, kind, passionate about Jesus, and passionate about seeing young people follow Jesus. Josh is a servant who sensitively and intentionally brings new youth leaders under his wing, making all feel welcome."

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Andy Moore

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Intermountain District NYI

"Andy is a great leader who is obedient to God's calling in his life and the Church of the Nazarene is greater because of his passion and ministry with youth."

Tina Gabbard Manser

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Blanchester Church of the Nazarene

"The manner in which Tina has mentored young people and lives a life of humility and service is what makes her so deserving of this award."

Levi Williams

Year Awarded: 2018
Home Country: United States
Awarded By: Oregon Pacific District NYI

"Levi served as the Kellogg Springs Camp director and made sure that all the campers both young and old knew they were loved and valued. He did all he could to love and care for the teens and he guided with a true pastor's and shepherd’s heart."

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