Paul Stewart Award presented

The 2017 Paul Stewart Lifetime Service Award was presented to Connie Hale (right) on Nov. 13. The award is given annually by the Alabama Singing Men to one who is a ‘true leader in church music, exhibiting a real calling to the work, modeling strong leadership abilities, showing durability through the years and possessing gifts of encouragement and guidance to those being led.’ Hale is a popular leader at Mix MusiCamp at Shocco Springs, having been involved for more than 30 years with both children’s and youth music. Pictured with her is Frank Jones, chairman of the selection committee.