Herma Hawthorne (foreground in gold) and honourees of the Bible Truth Church of God International Gala (BTCGI) Awards. The event was held December 7 at Eastwood Manor in The Bronx, New York.
December 21, 2023
Eight honoured at inaugural BTCGI Awards in The Bronx
Persons who have made a humanitarian mark in The Bronx were lauded for their benevolence on December 7 during the inaugural Bible Truth Church of God International Gala (BTCGI) Awards, held at Eastwood Manor in that New York City borough.
Eight individuals and organisations were acknowledged for partnering with Lifeline Ministries to assist the less fortunate in The Bronx, one of three boroughs in New York City with massive West Indian populations.
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“The BTCGI Gala Awards was a resounding success, exceeding expectations and leaving a lasting impression on attendees. More than 250 guests enjoyed the event, with many requesting it to become an annual occurrence,” said Damion Hawthorne, who helped produce the gala.
Hawthorne’s family, originally from rural St Andrew, are founders and operators of BTCGI which oversees Lifeline Ministries. His parents, Pastor Leroy Hawthorne and his wife Herma, are principals of that church which has been active for over 20 years.
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The Hawthorne family, organisers of the inaugural Bible Truth Church of God International Gala (BTCGI) Awards, held December 7 at Eastwood Manor in The Bronx, New York. From left, Herma Hawthorne, Damion Hawthorne, Pastor Leroy Hawthorne, Trisha Ann Hawthorne Noble, Andre Hawthorne and Jermaine Hawthorne.
He told Observer Online that it is important for people who reach out to the impoverished, be shown appreciation.
“The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, emphasising the gala’s impact and celebrating the achievements of all involved,” said Hawthorne.
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The BTCGI Gala honourees were:
Platinum Service Award
Ray Zoroufie, Brims Snacks: Ray Zoroufie and Brims Snacks.
Community Hero Award
Pasquale Russo, Chef Choice.
Circle of Excellence Award
Errol Green, celebrating his outstanding achievements and significant contributions to the community’s well-being.
Benefactor Award
Marcia Hawthorne and Shawn Ffrench of Golden Krust Restaurant.
Shining Star Award
Apostle Michael and Pastor Renee Bennett, Unity With Love, for inspirational leadership and unwavering commitment to serving others.
Above & Beyond Award
Fulton Reid, Sunshine Cuisine, for extraordinary efforts and dedication that surpass expectations in community service.
Positive Impact Award
Virgilio Payano, Manilla Poultry, in recognition of significant contributions that have positively transformed the community.
Golden Heart Awards
To Earl Gonter, Joslet Foster and Jennifer Hylton.
– Howard Campbell
