Dr. Bishara Awad Honored with the Labib Madanat Kingdom Impact Award
Dr. Bishara Awad, the founder of Bethlehem Bible College, has been awarded the distinguished Labib Madanat Kingdom Impact Award by SRG. Strategic Resource Group (SRG), long-term partners with Bethlehem Bible College in the work of the Kingdom in the Middle East, grants this award biennially to select leaders who have dedicated their lives to serving Jesus, His church, and the Kingdom of God. The award, represented by a kintsugi bowl, reflects Dr. Awad’s unwavering commitment to the community and the lasting impact of his work throughout the Middle East.
The ancient Japanese art of kintsugi, where broken pottery is repaired with seams of gold, symbolizes renewal and restoration—making the object even more beautiful and stronger than before. Similarly, Dr. Awad’s work through Bethlehem Bible College has brought new life, hope, and empowerment to the community. His dedication has inspired generations in Palestine, the Middle East, and beyond.
Rev. Dr. Jack Sara, President of Bethlehem Bible College, celebrated the honor, saying: “The kintsugi bowl reflects the essence of Dr. Awad’s work—taking the brokenness of life and restoring it with God’s grace. His lifelong commitment to the mission of the College has impacted countless lives and will continue to inspire many more in the years to come.”
SRG asked Dr. Sara to present this special, distinguished gift to Dr. Bishara on their behalf. It was amazing to witness the parallel: 13 years ago, Dr. Bishara passed the baton of BethBC’s presidency to Dr. Sara, and now Dr. Sara passed this symbolic gift to honor Dr. Bishara’s legacy. This gesture beautifully acknowledges Dr. Bishara’s example of empowering the next generation and fostering younger leaders in ministry—a model rarely seen in our region.
We are immensely proud of Dr. Bishara’s legacy and the incredible work he has done through Bethlehem Bible College. His vision and ministry will always be a cornerstone of the College, ensuring that its influence continues to grow in service of God’s Kingdom.
