SERVICE & RECOGNITION
Achievements & Recognition
Sheldon Livesay’s work with Of One Accord Ministry has grown through decades of faith, service, and partnership. These honors and features tell part of that story.
2026 · LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Honored by Second Harvest
At its 40th anniversary gathering, Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee presented Sheldon Livesay with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his work with Of One Accord Ministry in its partner network. The Rogersville Review reported the honor on October 28, 2026.
Read the Rogersville Review article ↗2024 · MINISTRY FEATURE
A small town ministry with a wider reach
National Religious Broadcasters featured Of One Accord Ministry’s service in Hawkins and Hancock counties and its growing media outreach in a November 2024 member profile. The story follows the ministry’s local work and the vision behind Appalachian Christian Network.
Read the NRB feature ↗EARLIER HONORS
Recognition through the years
2025
Servant Leadership Award
Carson-Newman University recognized Sheldon with its Servant Leadership Award.
2021
Food Lion Feeds Lion Heart Award
The Food Lion Feeds Lion Heart Award recognized Sheldon’s ministry leadership and service to neighbors in need.
The story behind the milestones
These moments reflect the shared work of families, volunteers, churches, and community partners. Read Sheldon’s full biography to see how that work began and grew.
Read the full biography