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Episcopal Church Women name 2017 Distinguished Woman
The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of the diocese presented their 2017 Distinguished Woman Award to Susan Heuke Allen from St. Martin's Church, Providence.
Susan is a longtime member of St. Martin's, Providence, where she raised her four children, and is a current vestry member. She is an archeologist and author of two books, working on a third book to be published in the near future. She coordinated and helped revive the Women's Spirituality Group at church, with over 100 members. This group has become an important mechanism for reaching out beyond the immediate boundaries of the parish into the wider community.
Susan is a tireless community activist and current president of the Providence Review club. She advocates for social justice, frequently lobbying legislators on behalf of the poor, disabled, women and the LGBTQ community. Her Christian faith is applied to the wider areas of social concern and civic engagement.
Susan will be honored along with other 2017 Distinguished Woman Award recipients from each diocese in the United States at the Triennial Meeting of the ECW during the 79th General Convention of the Episcopal Church next July in Austin, Texas.
The next meeting of the diocesan ECW will be held on November 27 at 10 a.m. at Diocesan House at 275 North Main St., Providence. To get involved, please join us and see the work the diocesan ECW does on your behalf.
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