Local News Archive
Print Issue: November 16, 2000
Serran Mary Elkins Honored
VOCATIONS SUPPORT -- (L-r) Joe Krygiel, Serra district governor, and Father Balappa Selvaraj, pastor of St. Francis of Assisi Church, Blairsville, congratulate Mary Elkins as Serran of the Year. The award is given annually to the individual who most exemplifies the spirit of Blessed Junipero Serra, the 18th century Franciscan missionary who established the early California missions and brought thousands to Christ. Elkins was cited for tireless efforts to support priests and Religious and to promote vocation awareness through the Elijah Cup prayer program |










