His four sculptures, representing the patron saints of police officers, firefighters, and workers, along with St. Mary Magdalene, first witness to the Resurrection, along with the chapel design team and the other chosen artists received the prestigious Optimé Award and were dedicated by Cardinal Egan in May 2005 in memory of those who died on 9/11/01 and of those who took part in the rescue effort.
A prominent artist crafted four sculptures commemorating the patron saints of police officers, firefighters, and workers, along with St. Mary Magdalene, first to witness the Resurrection, in collaboration with a team of artists and designers. The award-winning pieces were dedicated by Cardinal Egan in May 2005 as a tribute to those who lost their lives during the 9/11 attacks and those who participated in the rescue operations.