St. Mary’s Dominican High School Class of 2021 graduate Gabrielle Goines was among the seven St. Timothy Award honorees recognized for their commitment to their parishes in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Archbishop Gregory Aymond and Auxiliary Bishop Fernanishop Cheri presented the awards at the Annual Leadership Celebration on July 24 at Divine Mercy Church in Kenner. The annual award is given by the CYO/Youth and Young Adult Ministry to teenagers who exemplify Christian service, Catholic leadership, and good moral standards.

Gabrielle Goines (St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church) was among the recipients of The St. Timothy Award, the highest award the Archdiocese of New Orleans can bestow upon a young person. The national award recognizes, on a diocesan level, outstanding youth who exemplify Christian service, Catholic leadership, and good moral standards. The youth who receive this award are not only outstanding in their church parish, but also in the larger archdiocesan community. These individuals have displayed high ideals and have grown spiritually while offering their time and talents in the service of the church parish and the community at large.