" Tonight we proudly announce the winner of the Edwina Hefner Community Leadership Award.  Chosen From nominations from throughout our area, this annual award honors one outstanding volunteer who has made his or her community a better place through leadership and by advocating all forms of culture and expression."  reads the announcement from the " Let Freedom Sing" program.  "The Martin Luther King, Jr. Steering Committee, chaired by Derek Young is proud to present the Edwina Hefner Community Leadership Award.  The 2008 recipient is Tony G. Sirten, senior pastor of The Church of the Living Water in Goodlettsville.  Aside from Rev. Sirten's tireless ministry work a this church, the Old Hickory resident has volunteered his time and energy for the residents of the HQM Nursing Facility (Donelson Place) in Donelson, where many facility residents find themselves without family to help make difficult and complicated life decisions.  Volunteering as conservator, Rev. Sirtne helps make sure residents receive whatever care they require in a timely manner.  He assists them in scheduling appointments and at times also drives residents to the office of doctors and dentists.  He celebrates birthdays; he brings them snacks and treats; he prays with them.  More than that, Rev. Sirten give his time to share in the events and concerns of the residents' everyday lives, encouraging everyone in the belief that each life is a dignified and precious thing.  Rev. Sirten has truly given new meaning to the word 'caregiver'."