Pat Alden (left) was given the Theo Dunn Service Award by the Unitarian Universalist Church of Canton, in recognition of more than 40 years outstanding service to the church and the greater community. Wil Rivers presented the award on behalf of the Church Council. Submitted Photo.
CANTON – Pat Alden of Canton has been recognized for her outstanding service to both the Unitarian Universalist Church and the greater community.
Alden was named the recipient of the 2023 Theo Dunn Outstanding Service Award by the Unitarian Universalist Church of Canton. The award was presented Sunday, Dec. 3, by Church Council representative Wil Rivers.
“Pa Alden is a deserving recipient of this esteemed award. Pat sees the bigger picture and the common good. She has a heart for helping others in need and she knows that care is at the center of a beloved community, said Reverend James Galasinski, minister of the church. She’s persistent, dedicated, organized, a hard worker, and just plain smart.”
Alden has been a member of the Unitarian Universalist church since the 1970s. During that time, she has served on numerous committees including volunteering on the Caring Circle, and as the Chair and Co-Chair of the Faith In Action Committee. As a socially conscious and engaged church member, Alden has championed numerous meaningful and diverse Social Action initiatives, including the organization and facilitation of American Red Cross blood drives hosted at the church. She was also instrumental in organizing this area’s travel and participation in the 2017 Women’s March on Washington. Alden has served as the UU Church representative to the Church and Community Program, volunteered in their thrift store, and was Chair of the CCP Board. Ms. Alden presently serves as a representative for the Potsdam Interfaith Community.
“I love my investment in the UU Church because it allows me to feel connected to so many people in the town of Canton. Volunteering at the blood drive was…
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