The awards were as follows: Best of Show - Phil Wood of Ft. Recovery, First Place – Evelyn Mahrt of Piqua, Second Place – Katie Oswalt of Sidney, Third Place – Haley Heitkamp of Celina, People’s Choice – Macy Spieth of Maria Stein and Religious Theme – Cecilia Brendel of Centerville.
Show Judge, Shaun Thomas Dingwerth, also awarded six honorable mention ribbons to Laura Jane Dirksen of Maria Stein, Debby Gregory of Coldwater, Tom Lehman of Elida, Bill Danzig of Dayton, Carole Schafer of Greenville and Janet McCoy of Independence, KY.
Additionally, a beautiful abstract piece, donated by James F. Dicke II was on silent auction. Janice Nagel of Maria Stein is the proud new owner of the art.
“I want to personally thank all the artists, sponsors, donors and volunteers who helped make this event possible”, stated Diana Russell, Director of Fund Development for the Shrine. “The show continues to grow each year and we could not do it without the support of our community. For that we are all sincerely grateful!”
The Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics provides faith nourishment and spiritual renewal through opportunities for prayer and pilgrimage and inspiration from the lives of the saints. People from around the world visit the shrine to explore and enjoy this environment rich in holiness and history. The Shrine is located at 2291 St. John’s Rd. in Maria Stein. For more event information, visit www.mariasteinshrine.org.
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