Archbishop May Award winner Kennedy Thomas gives back to communities that shaped her - from St. Louis Review
For Kennedy Thomas, service means giving back to the people and places that shaped her.
The senior at Cardinal Ritter College Prep now volunteers in the churches and community programs she grew up attending in north St. Louis. Kennedy’s commitment to service was recognized alongside 23 others with this year’s Archbishop May Service Award from the Archdiocese of St. Louis.
The award, named for the late Archbishop John L. May, is awarded annually to high school seniors who are outstanding examples of Christian service in their schools and communities.
“Kennedy understands that leadership is not about recognition, but about consistently showing up for others. Her faith, empathy and dedication to uplifting her community make her a truly deserving candidate for this award,” Cardinal Ritter principal Orlondo Williams wrote in his nomination letter...