10/30/2025
Congratulations to our very own Melanie Tuten and Cheryl Carter for her nomination!! ❤️
Congratulations to Maria Bridwell, the 2025 James R. Lientz Humanitarian Award recipient!
Recognized as “someone who instinctively runs toward those in need, never away,” Bridwell was chosen among 115 fellow co-workers representing 65 departments. She has served as a resource coordinator at St. Joseph’s Hospital since August 2019.
Bridwell’s nominators described her as someone who leads by example and can connect with others on a personal level particularly through their most vulnerable moments. She also serves RICE of Hope Ministry in her home country of the Philippines. She often travels to remote communities where she shares God’s love, organizes outreach events, and brings joy to children with Christmas gifts.
Learn more about the annual Lientz Humanitarian Award by clicking the link in the comments.