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THE CATHOLIC JOURNALIST
CATHOLIC PRESS ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA | VOLUME 82 | NUMBER 1 | JUNE 2020
Awards
Issue
2020
INSIDE
All-Member Awards
Pages 3-10
Newspaper Awards
Pages 10-36X
Magazine Awards
Pages 37-53
Spanish Awards
Pages 54-64
Communications Awards
Pages 65-66
Book Awards
Pages 67-75
Student Awards
Pages 76-78
Alumni Awards
Pages 79-81
Gabriel Awards
Pages 82-83
Page 2 The Catholic Journalist June 2020
THE CATHOLIC
JOURNALIST
A year of upgrades
By Ana Rodriguez-Soto The good news is
Awards Committee Chair that the number of
entries increased
First, my congratulations to all of you: winners and from just over 2,700
those-not-named-winners. What you see in these pages in 2019 to over 3,100
is the tip of the iceberg of the magnificent work being in 2020. Many of
Director: done by reporters, editors, photographers, freelancers, these new entries
Timothy M. Walter • twalter@catholicpress.org podcasters, authors, communications directors, social came about as a
• media and multimedia professionals gathered under the result of the Catholic
Editor: umbrella of the Catholic press. Press Association’s
Bob Zyskowski • bobzysko@gmail.com Our committee worked this year to make sure that social media
• the awards align with the work you’re doing. campaign, especially
Production: We vastly expanded the Spanish-language awards by promoting the
John Wolszon • jwolszon@me.com adding 45 new categories. Gabriel, book and
• We tried to better differentiate between newsletters student-journalist Rodriguez-Soto
Subscriptions and magazines. categories.
US: $18 • Canada: US $24 Responding to feedback from last year, we tried to None of this would
facilitate the judges’ work by limiting the number of have been possible without the time-consuming work of
Foreign: US $24 • Foreign Air: US $24 our committee members: Silvio Cuellar, Jacklyn
related entries in a single category, so they wouldn’t
The Catholic Journalist (USPS# 014-088, have to compare a three-part entry to a 20-part one. Lippelmann, Chaz Muth, Maria-Pia Negro Chin, Mary
We also broke out the photography categories into Solberg, Mary Uhler, Anna Weaver, and our excellent
ISSN# 0008-8129) is published monthly, guides, Tim Walter and JD Long-Garcia. But it would
various topics, since the catch-all categories such as
except the month of August, by the Catholic “feature” and “news” needed some internal have been completely impossible without the constant,
Press Association of the United States and differentiating. untiring work of Kathleen Holloway and Eucarol Juarez
Canada, 205 West Monroe Street, Suite 470, We added “hot topics” to reflect more accurately in the CPA office. Truly, this is a product of their
Chicago, IL 60606. Nonprofit Periodical pos- current issues in the news. (Although the coronavirus is dedication and commitment to the association.
tage paid at Chicago, IL 60606 and additional very much on our minds this year, keep it in mind for I hope the entry-submission process also made sense
mailing offices. next year.) and was easy to navigate. I know we’ll keep working to
We also added categories to the All Member and improve it each year, and the same goes for the
Postmaster, send changes to: Communication Department divisions. categories and entries. If you have any suggestions, drop
And, responding to a groundswell from members, we me a line — or better yet, volunteer to be on the Awards
Catholic Press Association
put, front and center in each packet, a reminder about Committee or one of its sub-committees. We welcome
205 West Monroe, Ste. 470, your input!
two Individual Achievement Awards: the Cardinal John
Chicago, IL 60606. P. Foley, for excellence and innovation in Catholic Again, congratulations to all, and I hope you enjoyed
Ph: 312.380.6789; Fax: 312.361.0256. storytelling; and the Father John Catoir Social Media this year’s virtual awards presentation party. God
Evangelization Award. willing, we will see each other in person next year in
journalist@catholicpress.org And those divisions are in addition to our Gabriel Baltimore.
www.catholicpress.org Awards for film and television; our book awards; and
our awards for student journalists. Reach Ana Rodriguez-Soto at arsoto@theadom.org.
On behalf of adulation and emulation
“I liked your story.” The idea is simply to share good
writing.
By Bob Zyskowski With The Catholic Journalist, that idea
a few years ago spawned “The Work”
The Catholic Journalist
section and its monthly assortment of
well-crafted printed journalism and
If you’re a journalist, is there a better communication arts.
four-word sentence in the English That double-truck of goodness proved
language? too little territory most issues and too
We don’t always get positive feedback limiting to include the electronic media,
from what we write, from the photos and giving birth to a fairly regular column of
video we shoot. “the good stuff,” offering links to stories,
Few know or care who wrote a headline columns, blogs, photography and video.
or produced a piece for the website or e- The premise is two-fold, first to give
newsletter, and even fewer who sold the “the good stuff” a wider audience and
advertising to make it possible or secondly to encourage emulation.
managed the financial end of the The pieces shared in both The Work
operation, the circulation list or kept the section and that column of the good stuff
technology up to date, the social media comes from scanning dozens of Catholic
humming. newspapers, newsletters, magazines and
websites, and clicking on what looks to be
It’s why Catholic Press Association
interesting work that’s posted on emailed
members cherish the annual CPA
newsletters and FaceBook.
awards, and why one of my favorite times
Now here’s the sales pitch: If you
of year followed on the heels of the
aren’t sending a complimentary copy of
Catholic Media Conference.
your publication to The Catholic
At The Catholic Spirit in St. Paul, we’d Journalist as some CPA members do, or if
invite the members of our board of you haven’t signed up with Carol Arnold
directors — the archbishop included — to at CPA headquarters to make your digital
a little party with the staff when I would edition available to The Catholic
announce all the awards, taking time to Journalist, it’s highly unlikely that your
read aloud the judges’ comments. efforts will appear in “The Work” section
The applause and unrehearsed or the good stuff.
remarks by board members such as, “Oh, The consequence is that other CPA
I remember that, it was a great piece,” members have little opportunity to see
made the news team’s year. your work and to offer that satisfying
I was reminded of that scenario four-word sentence, “I liked your story.”
recently when I clipped a column from a
diocesan newspaper and left it on the Mailing address:
kitchen table, thinking my wife Barb The Catholic Journalist
would enjoy reading it. 303 N. 1st St., Bonduel, WI, 54107.
(I used to do this when the kids were Contact Carol Arnold at
still with us, hoping someone might be carnold@catholicpress.org.
bored enough with Nintendo to pick up Direct email The Catholic Journalist at
some worthwhile reading.) bobzysko@gmail.com.
June 2020 All Member Awards The Catholic Journalist 3
AI111: Advertising Business/Marketing
Professional of the Year
First Place
Jennifer Miele
Diocese of Greensburg
Compelling content across multiple channels in a challenging
environment, with proven results.
Second Place
Bob Jaques
Catholic Sentinel
Outstanding leadership, and terrific content.
Third Place
Len Camporeale Mike Brown
The Tablet Jennife Mary Ann Steiner
r Miele
Terrific results.
Honorable Mention
Mary Podesta
Catholic San Francisco
Honorable Mention
Adam Mitchel
Maryknoll
AI121: Communications Director
of the Year
First Place
Mike Brown
Archdiocese of San Francisco
The body of work represents an impressive variety. The nominee
has put together an effective team of professionals since entering David R. Aquile
his position — the effectiveness is obvious in the work.
Second Place
Diane Mastrogiulio
Anne-Marie Welsh
Diocese of Erie rises to challenges with extraordinary personal competence. The component doesn’t overshadow or distract from the other — all
application showed his formidable talents across skill sets, and the the elements align perfectly.
The nominee has an impressive record of work and end result is a solid product.
accomplishment, including with some difficult situations. She has Honorable Mention
overseen what is clearly diverse communications in terms of topics AI131b: Editor of the Year (Spanish)
and media, and she thus demonstrates versatility that the church Paul Grillo
can count on going forward. First Place ONE Magazine
David R. Aquije Honorable Mention
Third Place Misioneros
Jennifer Drow Mary-Margaret Caroll
Florida Catholic - Orlando David is an extraordinary editor, capable of flawlessly providing Diocese of Burlington
historical context and calls to action.
The nominee has demonstrated competence at dealing with a AI151: Multimedia Journalist of the Year
variety of topics and media. Her work projects professionalism and Second Place
organization. She promises to be an asset to the church for years to Silvio Cuellar First Place
come. El Católico de Rhode Island Chaz Muth
Honorable Mention Catholic News Service
Silvio has done a remarkable job in providing compelling stories to
Billy Atwell his readers. I welcome his willingness to branch out into live-
Diocese of Arlington The entrant’s skill in capturing strong storytelling images, creating
streaming as well.
well produced videos, and his ability to write, catapulted him to
AI131a: Editor of the Year (English) first place as the Multimedia Journalist of the Year. The videos
AI141: Graphic Artist/Designer of the Year merely didn’t replicate the text, but added additional information
First Place that was not easily conveyed by text or images alone. The
First Place animation short about papal authority was further evidence that
Mary Ann Steiner
Diane Mastrogiulio the entrant understood when and how to use the appropriate tool
Health Progress
Maryknoll to tell a story. The Catholic News Service is lucky to have Chaz on
In Mary Ann’s nomination, I see a big-picture editor skilled at their staff!
making connections between content and message. The All of the components come together to tell a compelling and
publication goes beyond simply appealing to an audience to memorable story. Visually, the imagery speaks to the intended Second Place
demonstratively serving it. Her own pieces are wonderfully audience. Simplicity is the star here — from the page layout to the Jai Agnis
written, and the end-product issues look very nice. headline and image, the page grabs your attention and keeps it. Archdiocese of Newark
Second Place Second Place
Overall solid body of work with a good mix of video, stills and
Ann M. Augherton Chris Jugo written stories. Entrant did a nice job juggling stills and video
Arlington Catholic Herald Grandin Media with the Newark Pilgrimage. The mix of stills and video of
immigration protests was also well done.
Ann’s nomination package showcased impressive multimedia An effective campaign with beautiful imagery that engages the
content packages. The story behind it is one of an editor who rose reader. The images make this entry stand apart — they are simple Third Place
to one of the biggest editorial challenges; figuring out how to yet powerful. Bold text highlights the message as a strong call to
action. Gina Capellazzi
increase circulation and impact through a coordinated overhaul of
everything from the content production pipeline to organizational Catholic Courier
management. Third Place
Kimberly Asencio The third-place entrant had several decent videos that spoke to the
Third Place local audience.
Misioneros
Paul McMullen Honorable Mention
Catholic Review The visual impact is powerful. The imagery, headline and text
complement each other. The page layout is clean and easy for the Michael O’Loughlin
Paul’s portfolio has the trademarks of a problem-solving editor who reader to navigate. The strength of this particular entry is that one America Magazine
4 The Catholic Journalist All Member Awards June 2020
AI171: Social Media Professional of the
Year
First Place
Mary Stachyra Lopez
Arlington Catholic Herald
A powerhouse on multiple fronts. Provided significant increases in
multiple channels and maximized platforms previously under-
utilized to tremendous positive effect. Impressive results and
exceptionally impactful communications work!
Second Place
Katherine Laguna
Lisa Johnston Diocese of Orlando
Impressive social media strategy and utilization of multiple
platforms, messaging styles and engagement techniques.
Chaz Muth Demonstrated strong growth and continuous engagement with
target audiences. Stellar professional work!
Third Place
Rick DelVecchio
Catholic San Francisco
Impressive social media strategy showing strong growth across
multiple platforms. Well done!
Honorable Mention
Lincoln Ho
Grandin Media
Honorable Mention
Katherine Tamola
The Tablet
AI175a: Writer of the Year (English)
First Place
Tom Tracy
Florida Catholic – Miami
Mary Stachyra Lopez
It’s hard to argue against this writer placing very high in this
competition. Certainly, a media professional who takes a
courageous risk for social justice is worthy of our admiration.
Second Place
Katie Scott
Catholic Sentinel
The stories in this package are amazing and serve as
Tom Tracy demonstrations of the research and interviewing we would expect
from a great news writer, as well as the observation skills,
description, creative storytelling and recognition of emotion that we
would expect from a great feature writer.
Third Place
Theresa Laurence
Tennessee Register
Ms. Laurence takes on stories that are important — and her
Maria-Pia Negro Chin readers know that because her stories clearly articulate why all of
us should care.
AI175b: Writer of the Year (Spanish)
First Place
María-Pía Negro Chin
Misioneros
Jerilyn Shea Rost This selection of stories is rich with thorough, detailed reporting.
The writer handles complex subjects nimbly; she does an
outstanding job at reaching a variety of sources and has a keen ear
Honorable Mention for a good quote.
Catholic San Francisco
Mary Seamans Second Place
Diocese of Greensburg While the submitted portfolio heavily emphasizes liturgies, the Giovana Soria
photographer captures diverse aspects within that framework. He Misioneros
AI161: Photographer of the Year demonstrates a skilled eye particularly for architecture and for
lighting, and his human subjects are captured in moments of The writer is resourceful in finding interesting profile subjects
First Place interest. through which detail the work done by Maryknoll brothers and
Lisa Johnston sisters throughout the world. Her writing style is clear and
St. Louis Review Third Place approachable, which makes for delightful reading.
Jeff Witherow AI181: Videographer/Video Producer of
Lisa’s photos capture a diversity of human and liturgical subjects
that show an excellent eye for color and framing. What makes Catholic Courier the Year
Lisa’s photography stand out from the other excellent submissions Jeff demonstrates admirable range in documenting human subjects,
in this category is her consistent capacity for capturing diverse both technically and emotionally. First Place
emotions in diverse circumstances: sorrow, happiness, pain, joy,
Jerilyn Shea Rost
visibly shared among people in diverse settings.
Honorable Mention Diocese of Nashville
Second Place Juan Guajardo Just a really well done set of videos that spoke to the messages
Dennis Callahan North Texas Catholic each piece was trying to convey. The combination of beautiful
June 2020 All Member Awards The Catholic Journalist 5
filming, great timing, perfect music and skillful editing throughout
was what gave this entry first place. The individual interviews were
well lit, with clean audio which isn’t easily done when interviewing
groups of people. They (the interviews) were really nicely woven
together which helped the pace.
Second Place
Alex Rosales
North Texas Catholic
The overall body of work had a cohesiveness in the editing and
storytelling. Good audio, lighting and a consistent style throughout
helped raise the work to the top of the entries.
Third Place
Dustin Etheridge
The Tablet
The entrant’s clips all had a consistent professional quality. A
combination of tight edits, strong story-telling and some genuine
emotional moments let this entry stand out.
Honorable Mention
Dan Allen
FaithND
AI111: Advertising Business/Marketing Professional of the Year
Honorable Mention
Jai Agnish Catholic Courier,
Archdiocese of Newark Jeff Witherow Honorable Mention
Beat the back to school jitters: Focus on your goals and go with
AW331: Best Illustration with The navigation of the gallery is professional and user-friendly. The God
Graphic Design or Art photos are visually interesting and have great lighting and contrast.
Arlington Catholic Herald,
First Place Third Place Matt Riedl, Multimedia Producer
Unleash the Gospel Hispanic Youth Baseball League Kicks Off 24th Season
Archdiocese of Detroit Honorable Mention
Christine Warner, Editor El Mensajero Católico, Diaconate Ordination 2019
Jeff Witherow
“Unleash the Gospel” is a highly visual and ambitious project. The The Catholic Telegraph,
various multimedia elements within the different stories align with The gallery contains great photos of the event and it’s easy to Margaret Swensen
and complement the text. The June/July edition is particularly make the photos bigger individually. The presentation of the photos
powerful visually and easy to navigate. The art within this is crisp, and the captions are easy to read. AW351b: Best Freestanding Presentation
particular edition evokes powerful emotion on every page. of Online Video - News
Honorable Mention
Second Place World Youth Day First Place
NashVocations.org-The Process Catholics Arrested in D.C. Protesting Trump’s Immigration
Catholic Standard, Policies
Diocese of Nashville, Jaclyn Lippelmann
Office of Vocations America Magazine,
Honorable Mention Colleen Dulle, Producer and Reporter
An enterprising look at the process of joining the priesthood. The Best Photos of 2019
visualization explanation of the topic is relatable, engaging and is A gripping and dramatic experience for the viewer, who gets to
an effective call to action. witness the intervention of authorities into a peaceful protest. The
Catholic Magazine,
Dana Rene Bowler and Patrick Ryan video is masterful in intertwining messaging about mission and the
Third Place risk of advocacy.
The beauty of the bells
AW351a: Best Freestanding Presentation Second Place
Angelus, of Online Video - Feature Mass Outside Of Stonewall Inn – L.G.B.T. Community Comes
Jacob Popcak Together to Pray,
First Place
A well-designed illustration that conveys a powerful message of Krista Tippett on Talking About God, Faith and Spirituality The Tablet,
inclusion and equity. The colors align with the overall tone of the (Every Day, Every Week) | Faith In Focus Vito Formica, Executive Director of News; Emily Drooby,
story. A subtle yet compelling design. Reporter and Editor
America Magazine,
Honorable Mention James Martin, SJ, Host; Colleen Dulle, Producer Centering this video around a gay person who has been empowered
Revolving door by the pope and church to continue to embrace her faith is
The highest production values help highlight and bring out the strategic and uplifting. This video also benefits from a strong
Catholic Sentinel, wisdom of Krista Tippett on this episode of Faith in Focus. It’s a interplay of b-roll and talking heads, creating an engaging
Sarah Wolf must-watch. experience for the viewer.
Third Place
Honorable Mention Second Place
Addressing Clergy Abuse in the Archdiocese of St. Louis
KindGen The El Paso Pilgrimage
St. Louis Review,
The Tablet, Grotto Network Jennifer Brinker, Lisa Johnston
Damayanti Chakravarty, Katherine Jimenez. DeSales Media Josh Long, Producer; Javi Zubizarreta, Senior Producer; Ben
Group Kruis, Associate Producer; Michael Burke, Producer; Tara Kelly, A thorough inquiry into a critical topic the church must wrestle
Video Intern; Erin Williams, Video Intern; Mariah Cressy, Digital with and address. The various perspectives presented in the panel
AW345: Best Freestanding Presentation Content Strategist; Emily Mentock, Digital Community format allow for a nuanced discussion
Manager; Liz Colleran, Assignment Desk and Event Manager;
of Online Photo Gallery or Slide Jessie McCartney, Social Media Manager; Josh Noem, Senior Honorable Mention
Show Editor; Becky Oppman, Graphic Designer
Catholic HS Installs Bulletproof Doors
First Place Astounding and eye-opening on-the-ground reporting with the
visuals, interviews, and scenes we all need to see. Powerfully done. The Tablet,
Catholic Kids Celebrate Summer With Field Days Vito Formica, Executive Director of News; Tim Harfmann,
Reporter and Editor
Catholic Courier, Third Place
Jeff Witherow and John Haeger Sounds of Diplomacy AW351c: Best Freestanding Presentation
This gallery is cleanly presented and the photos are easy to flip Catholic News Service,
of Online Video - Pro Life
through. There are great action shots, and clear captions. Robert Duncan Activities
Second Place Captivating sounds and visuals make this video a powerful First Place
Annual Mass Honors Law Enforcement Personnel testament. Caring for the Elderly in Kenya
6 The Catholic Journalist All Member Awards June 2020
Grotto Network, Specialist; Amy Palmer, Director of Development; Angela Maryknoll
Mariah Cressy, Digital Content Strategist; Liz Colleran, Kessler, Director of Communications Lynn F. Monahan, Sean Sprague
Assignment Desk and Event Manager; Brittany Jaso, Graphic
Designer; Tony Koros, Producer; Ben Kruis, Associate Honorable Mention AW361b: Best Multimedia Package - News
Producer; Josh Long, Producer; Emily Mentock, Digital Inside the Life of a Monk
Community Manager; Josh Noem, Senior Editor; Javi First Place
Zubizarreta, Senior Producer Grotto Network, ‘Youthful vitality of our local Church’: Three Men Ordained
Mariah Cressy, Digital Content Strategist; Makaela Douglas, Priests for the Diocese Of Charlotte
This coverage illuminates the importance of global poverty and Web Manager; Liz Colleran, Assignment Desk and Event
elderly care as part of the pro-life movement. Manager; Ben Kruis, Associate Producer; Josh Long, Producer;
Catholic News Herald,
Emily Mentock, Digital Community Manager; Josh Noem,
Second Place SueAnn Howell, Cesar Hurtado, Kimberly Bender
Senior Editor; Becky Oppman, Graphic Designer; Katie Rutter,
A Prayer in the Wake of Gun Violence Producer; Javi Zubizarreta, Senior Producer
America Magazine, This is a multimedia package at its best; giving the viewer
James Martin, SJ, Writer; Vivian Cabrer, Producer AW361a: Best Multimedia Package – everything they want to feel as if they were at the ordination of
three new priests. In addition to the overall story, there are a
Feature variety of well-done pieces: a question-and-answer with each
Timely and relevant, this coverage is well-structured and engages
viewers in the important reckoning around gun violence. priest, videos of the ordination and Mass homily and a slideshow of
First Place photos.
Third Place A Day in the Life of Catholic University
Second Place
America Reports: Why do people seek asylum in the U.S.? Cattholic Magazine,
Dana Rene Bowler, University Photographer; Lisa Carroll, Web How the Catholic Church is Responding to Venezuela’s Refugee
America Magazine, Content Editor/Producer; Jamie Rife, Video Production Crisis
J.D. Long-García, Reporter; Leopold Stuebner, Executive Coordinator
Producer; Colleen Dulle, Producer America Magazine,
This entry was a great example of how a collection of images, text Antonio De Loera-Brust, Reporter, Video Edito, Camera;
This coverage contributes to the humanization needed in the and video can all work together to successfully and effectively tell a Leopold Stuebner, Producer
immigration debate. story. Strong individual photos and a really nice overall design
resulted in a fun user experience. An in-depth, researched story is supported with photos and each
AW351d: Best Freestanding Presentation point made throughout. The video adds to the package by giving
testimonials and facts in easy-to-digest snippets that give the
of Online Video - Depiction of Second Place
viewer/reader a quick way to take in a lengthy story.
Religious Life Catholicism is Multilingual, So Why Aren’t More Catholic
Schools?, Third Place
First Place
America Magazine, Challenges to Seal of Confession Attributed to Clergy Sex
Sr. Monica & Sr. María José | Beyond the Habit Abuse Scandals
J.D. Long-García, Reporter, Writer, Photographer; Leopold
America Magazine, Stuebner, Producer, Camera; Vivian Cabrera, Assistant
Producer; Colleen Dulle and Tucker Redding, SJ, Video Editors Catholic News Service,
Jeremy Zipple, SJ, Director, Cinematographer, Editor
Chaz Muth
Absolutely delightful and well-produced video that humanizes Sr. An overall solid package of still photos, video and story. The entry
Monica & Sr. María José “Beyond the Habit.” used video with many voices to help tell the story in addition to the A tough subject that many may come to with their mind already
written words. made up is much enhanced by its accompanying video in which
Second Place priests share more gray areas to the decision on why the Catholic
Third Place Church’s stance is not to “break the seal of confession” by
Priests Unlikely to Obey Confession Laws
The Link Between Faith and Physical Health reporting child sex offenders’ admission of guilt during confession.
Creative use of photos with a subject that is not easy to make use
Catholic News Service,
Catholic Courier, of visual elements.
Chaz Muth
Jennifer Burke, Jeff Witherow and Gina Capellazzi
Very powerful and moving video about priests defying confession Honorable Mention
laws. Brings out the conviction and humanity of priests in their Very strong written story with powerful individual still images. Worn Marble Steps of Holy Stairs to Be Uncovered for Public
vocation. to Climb
Honorable Mention
Third Place Helping the Church Care for Creation Catholic News Service,
Vocations: The Call Carol Glatz, Robert Duncan, Paul Haring
Grotto Network,
Archdiocese of Detroit, Mariah Cressy, Digital Content Strategist; Liz Colleran,
Paul Duda, Creative Director; Joe Pelletier, Videographer Assignment Desk and Event Manager; Genie Deez, Producer; AW361c: Best Multimedia Package
Ben Kruis, Associate Producer; Josh Long, Producer; Jessie - Pro-Life Activities
Beautiful production values and a clever and accessible format to McCartney, Social Media Manager; Emily Mentock, Digital
advertise the call to vocation. Well done! Community Manager; Josh Noem, Senior Editor; Becky First Place
Oppman, Graphic Designer; Javi Zubizarreta, Senior Producer
Honorable Mention March for Life Speaker’s Passion Born in Mom’s Refusal of
Abortion
Bringing Love: Espíritu Santo Fe y Alegría School Honorable Mention
Watatulu Dreams Grandin Media,
VOICES in Ministry & Mission, Maryknoll, Kyle Greenham, Reporter; Lincoln Ho, Digital Strategist
The use of photos works very well here to show the age progression
of the story’s subject, a young woman with Down Syndrome whose
mother was asked if she wanted an abortion. The video is also
powerful and completes the package as the young woman tells this
story to a crowd at a Right to Life March.
Second Place
NC Pilgrims Attend Mass, Then Join March For Life in D.C.,
Catholic News Herald,
Cesar Hurtado, Phil Roche, Kimberly Benber
The three elements, visual, audio and the written story, work nicely
together, too often varied styles for the reader or viewer to take in
the facts and emotion of the event. Two full photo galleries show an
abundance of photos and the audio gives an overview of the story.
Third Place
Marchers Urged to Stand Strong, Fight For Life With
‘Compassion, Hope’
Catholic News Service,
Chaz Muth, Julie Asher, Tyler Orsburn
The video in the package works well to highlight the passion of
young people’s reasons for being Right to Life. While the story tells
the facts of the March for Life, the video amplifies the story to
AI161:
Scott Miller, Videographer; Ashley LaVigne, Photographer
Social Media of the Year another level to show the emotion behind the crowd’s conviction.
June 2020 All Member Awards The Catholic Journalist 7
AW361d: Best Multimedia Package AW371: Best Multimedia Package Series This social media campaign demonstrates the simple brilliance of
putting people first and empowering others to embrace their
- Depiction of Religious Life vulnerability and resilience through public storytelling.
First Place
First Place America Media Covers the Amazon Synod
Second Place
#BeyondtheHabit: The Power of Sisterhood
America Magazine, KindGen
America, America Editors and Staff
Jeremy Zipple, SJ, Director, Cinematographer, Video Editor; The Tablet,
Colleen Dulle, Assistant Producer This series offers multi-faceted points of view that serve to best Katie Tamola, Damayanti Chakravarty, Kat Jimenez, Laura
inform its readers and viewers via a number of interviews and DePalma, Anne Russo, DeSales Media Group
This creative and beautifully produced video series profiles religious commentary. We not only get to see reporting on the development
sisters with an intriguing range of backgrounds and ministries. The of the synod document, but its historical context and significant With the creative idea of a “kindness generator” at its center, this
series allows each woman to speak at length about her vocation, take-aways to best help readers understand its importance. campaign comes together as a compelling call-to-action for more
and it shows how their work challenges stereotypes of religious kindness and generosity in our daily lives.
orders. The videos have a modern sensibility and a coherent, Second Place
engaging presentation. The Movies and The Church (Three-part series) Third Place
2019 InstaLent Photo Challenge
Second Place Catholic News Service,
Prayer Warriors Chaz Muth Busted Halo,
Barbara Wheeler-Bride, Editor-in-Chief; Jennifer Sawyer, Digital
Texas Catholic, This series is anchored by a treasure trove of videos that explore in Content Manager; Mary Kate Polanin, Digital Content Editor
depth the nature and history of film and Catholicism’s influence.
The Texas Catholic Staff
Vintage film clips, and the detailed history make for an engaging, The engagement metrics of this campaign speak for themselves,
fun and knowledge-filled read and view. showing that the audience appreciated a structured experience for
These photographs of cloistered Carmelite sisters — who show
intimate moments of their daily practices but never reveal their the Lent season, along with the opportunity to build out a digital
Third Place
faces to the camera — could not have been recorded without a faith community.
deeply trusting relationship between the community and the Threats to the Seal of Confession (Four-part series)
photographer. The captivating photos, which have exceptional
composition, provide a rare entry into the sisters’ lives, and the Catholic News Service,
Chaz Muth AW541: Best Use of Social Media
accompanying text gives them an opportunity to explain the joys
and challenges of their vocation. for Breaking News
Well written throughout, clearly showing the Catholic viewpoint
and arguments as to why, even historically, the seal of confession First Place
Third Place
will not be broken.
Missionary Hermit: New Priest Recounts Winding Road to Honored to Serve
Ordination AW511: Best Social Media Campaign
Diocese of Albany.
Catholic News Service, First Place Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger, the Diocese of Albany
Robert Duncan #BornOfAStruggle Communications Office and Mary DeTurris Poust,
Communications Director
This multimedia profile of a Lithuanian priest with an unusual Grotto Network,
calling and a long journey to ordination recounts his odyssey with Patty Breen, writer; Shannon Evans, writer; Emily Mentock, The Diocese of Albany showed preparation and resourcefulness
strong details in a well-constructed narrative. The accompanying Digital Community Manager; Jimmy Mitchell, writer; Josh when they needed to quickly break news about their leadership.
video shows the culmination of his 20-year quest with close-up Noem, Senior Editor; Becky Oppman, Graphic Designer; Erica These social-media posts showed strong use of video, including live
moments from his ordination and an engaging interview. Tighe Campbell, writer; John Tuttle, writer video on Facebook Live, and covered a range of platforms. They ]]
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The subjects chosen for this podcast are urgent, timely and Catholic News Service,
memorable, and the stories are told in such a compelling way that Carol Zimmermann
it’s impossible to stop listening.
Quality production of a talk show format that makes use of
Second Place Facebook live video in a compelling way to discuss the death
Plague: Untold stories of AIDS and the Catholic Church penalty, a timely and important topic for Catholics and viewers.
America Magazine, AW711b: Best Blog - By Layperson
Michael O’Loughlin, Host; Eloise Blondiau, Producer and
Writer; Sebastian Gomes, Executive Produce;r Kerry Weber, First Place
Sam Sawyer SJ, Robert David Sullivan, Show Development; Distinctly Catholic
Colleen Dulle, JR Cronheim, Tucker Redding, SJ, Isabelle
Senechal, Production Staff; Rebecca Seidel, Sound Design; National Catholic Reporter,
Christopher McCormick, Original Music; Shawn Tripoli, Alison Michael Sean Winters
Hamilton, Art
Distinctly Catholic presents levelheaded sociopolitical commentary
This podcast series draws attention to the important history of the with formidable argumentative force. The blog is well researched,
experience of gay Catholics during the AIDS crisis. It features uniquely insightful, and a joy to read.
powerful interviews with people who directly participated in the
events of that time, and its strong narrative techniques help Second Place
listeners become personally invested in their stories.
Grace on the Margins
AI171: Social Media Professional of the Third Place
Year Deliver Us
National Catholic Reporter,
Jamie Manson
America Magazine,
also had strong engagement from their audience.
Grace on the Margins is incisive and timely. I appreciate how well
Maggi Van Dorn, Host and Executive Producer; Eric Sundrup, written the pieces are, challenging readers to think through
Second Place SJ, Executive Producer; Rebecca Seidel, Producer; Sarah pressing social issues from the level of lived experience through
Diocese Bankruptcy Filing Esocoff, Producer; Eloise Blondiau, Produce;r Kerry Weber, society-level implications.
Concept and Story Development; Sam Sawyer, SJ, Concept and
Catholic Courier, Story Development; Maribeth Theroux, Assistant Producer;
Gina Capellazzi Amber Smith, Promotions and Outreach Third Place
Listening In: 5 Stories That Lit Up the Internet, Fortnite Gamer
These Facebook posts about the bankruptcy filing of the Diocese of This podcast directly confronts challenging and necessary Tells Fans He Was Saved From Abortion, #AliveFromNewYork,
Rochester quickly provided valuable information, with stories that conversations about Catholics’ response to the clerical sexual Sri Lanka Innocent Lives Lost
were updated frequently based on breaking news. The social-media abuse crisis. It offers a range of viewpoints, including interviews
editor also used live video to stream the press conference and then with survivors, experts and advocates, and the host treats each National Catholic Register,
posted a recorded version for later viewing, maximizing the number person with respect and careful attention. Alyssa Murphy, Register Blogger and Managing Editor of Digital
of people who could watch it. Assets
Honorable Mention
AW551: Best Use of Photos in Social Listening In provides engaging, media-rich content across an
impressive array of topics.
Media
First Place Honorable Mention
A Day in the Life: a Seminarian in the Eternal City Theology en la Plaza
Diocese of Albany, National Catholic Reporter,
Diocese of Albany Communications Office and Matthew Duclos Arturo J. Bañuelas, M.T. Dávila, Carmen Nanko-Fernández,
Miguel H. Díaz
The first-place entry rose to the top in a relatively weak category.
Having the individual take over the Instagram account was a really Honorable Mention
creative way to show content not normally seen. It also increased Open Window
engagement to a whole new audience. And it was fun!
AI181: Videographer/Video Producer Catholic Review,
Second Place Rita Buettner, Correspondent
of the Year
Best Use of Photos in Social Media National Catholic Reporter, AW711c: Best Blog - News Organization
Jesse Remedios
Diocese of Camden, First Place
Michael Walsh, Director of Communications Honorable Mention Vital Word: A series of vlogs on faith in everyday life
The content of the individual images is what made this entry stand Among The People
Grandin Media,
out. The photographer(s) covered each aspect of Christian Burial
Maryknoll, Matthew Bodnarek, Videographer
Mass, giving the audience a connection to actually being there.
Digital Marketing Staff
Engaging, creative, and highly professional video blog content.
Third Place
Exceptional production value and topic choices make this product a
Ordinations, Bishop Clark Anniversary, and Eucharistic AW571: Best Use of Live Video in Social most impressive and effective communication tactic.
Procession Media
Secon40p8d Place
Catholic Courier, First Place From the Heart
Jeff Witherow and John Haeger
Father Dave Answers Your Questions of Faith
The Central Minnesota Catholic,
The image of William Griffen receiving a blessing from Father Coordinated by Kristi Anderson
Walter following the Mass — beautifully shot. Busted Halo,
Rev. David Dwyer, CSP, Executive Director; Jennifer Sawyer,
Editor-in-Chief An interesting and engaging communication tool. Impressively
Honorable Mention creative writing and storytelling.
Alfo-Conce Fun, engaging and the perfect use of live social media video to draw
in the audience in real time with questions and answers. Very well
Arlington Catholic Herald, done!
George Goss, Multimedia journalist; Mary Stachyra Lopez,
Social Media Coordinator; Joe Cashwell, Freelance Second Place
Photographer
Why Do Catholics Protest? A Conversation on Activism in The
AW561: Best Podcast Church Today
First Place America Magazine,
Colleen Dulle, Host, Producer; Vivian Cabrera, Producer; Jason
CNA Newsroom
Steidl, Kerry Weber, William Critchley-Menor, SJ, Panel
Members
Catholic News Agency,
Kate Veik, Jonah McKeown CNA staff
A professionally produced and high-quality live show that makes
The episode on forgiveness, which included interviews with a the most of YouTube live on the timely topic of immigration.
woman whose family was killed during the Rwandan genocide, the
mother of murdered journalist James Foley, and a survivor of clerical Third Place AW351a: Best Freestanding Presentation
sexual abuse, was deeply moving and produced with great empathy. Facebook Live: The Death Penalty of Online Video - Feature
June 2020 All Member Awards The Catholic Journalist 9
AW351b: Best Freestanding Presentation
AW731a: Best Online Content Not
Published in Print
- Photo Content
First Place
Ashes Mark the Beginning of Lent
Catholic Courier,
Jeff Witherow
The solemnity of Ash Wednesday is palpable in these photos, as AW351c: Best Freestanding Presentation of Online Video - Pro Life Activities
the proper choice of close-ups of parishioners’ foreheads with
ashen crosses show emotion etched on their faces. Framing is well Honorable Mention Jennifer Drow, Senior Director of Communications; Marjorie
used, in particular a photo of a group of school children holding Durante, Production Communications Director; Noelani Parys,
hands with the church’s arched beams centered directly above the June, July, August 2019
Digital Communications Manager; Katherine Laguna, Media
middle child’s head. It directs emphasis on the ashen cross on her Development Manager; Glenda Meekins,
forehead. America Magazine,
Writer/Photographer/Producer; Renae Bennett, Archivist;
Kevin Clarke, Senior Editor; Anna J. Marchese, Contributor;
Robert Diaz, Assistant to Communications Secretariat
Second Place Dean Dettloff, Toronto Correspondent.
Faithful Invited to Rediscover Sacrament of Penance The homepage carousel has many useful links presented invitingly
AW751a: Best Website - Diocesan through color and excellent graphics. Particularly useful and timely
Catholic Courier, is the prominent link to livestreams of mass services throughout the
Jeff Witherow and John Haeger First Place Diocese. In the age of coronavirus, keeping isolated parishioners
SFArchdiocese.org connected to the church is vital. There is also an excellent social
The use of shadow and light is most striking in these photos. The media presence. The internal pages are modern and easy to
photos’ subjects often are in the darker portions of the photos, or Archdiocese of San Francisco, navigate.
their faces turned from the camera. It gives a striking effect; adding John Gray, Communication Manager; Jan Potts, Assistant
to the theme of penance. Director of Communication & Public Relations Third Place
The Archdiocese of Baltimore Website
The website is new, and it shows. The homepage is concise in its
AW731b: Best Online Content Not unified messaging and easy to consume quickly because it doesn’t Catholic Review,
Published in Print - Feature overwhelm with too many links or graphic elements. The homepage George Matysek Jr., Digital Editor; Timothy Murphy, The
hits all the timely notes of what people are interested in right now: Archdiocese of Baltimore Creative Services Director; The
First Place coronavirus. There is a link for people to find spiritual resources, Catholic Review Staff
Faith and Spirit which are much-needed during this challenging time. The site is
beautiful, easy to navigate, and has amazing original photos The homepage’s live chat is quite unique. In the age of coronavirus,
Grandin Media, throughout. people have many questions, and this feature is very appealing and
Kyle Greenham, Reporter practical. The homepage has an overwhelming number of
Second Place sections/links, all presented stunningly with graphics/multimedia,
Well done, clear, measured writing shows the heartbreaking and so there is something for everyone’s interests.
Teaching and Living the Light of Christ
hopeful interweaving of indigenous culture and Catholicism. Diocese of Orlando,
Interviews with indigenous Catholic believers Honorable Mention
about their faith mixed in with their cultural dioceseofnashville.com
beliefs are both enlightening and beautiful.
Tennessee Register,
Second Place Yanel Pinto
Summer 2019 Honorable Mention
Archdiocese of Detroit
Grotto Network,
Christine Chu, writer; Mariah Cressy, Digital Archdiocese of Detroit,
Content Strategist; Makaela Douglas, Web Edmundo Reyes, Director of Communications
Manager; Laura MacLean Reynolds, writer;
Tamara Stacey, writer; Josh Noem, Senior
Editor; Emily Mentock, Digital Community AW751b: Best Website -
Manager; Becky Oppman, Graphic General Publisher
Designer
First Place
Top quality writing is the unifying thread of this Busted Halo
group of features, from a first-person perspective Busted Halo,
on porn addiction, to the death of a father and Rev. David Dwyer, CSP, Executive Director;
daughter trying to cross the border. A strong voice Barbara Wheeler-Bride, Editorial Consultant;
is present in each entry. Jennifer Sawyer, Editor-in-Chief; Mary Kate
Polanin, Digital Content Editor; Kiera Mulhall,
Third Place Development Associate; Brett Siddell, Co-
Feature Stories host; Christina Ambrosino, Producer
Busted Halo, This is excellent throughout. I love the concept,
Rev. David Dwyer, CSP; Barbara Wheeler- and I like that the content is consistent with the
Bride, Editor-in-Chief; Jennifer Sawyer, Digital concept. The podcast is professionally done, and I
Content Manager; Mary Kate Polanin, Digital really liked the “Googling God” video series. This
Content Editor is rich content that I would think is quite popular
with visitors.
Pithy, uniquely individual voices offer insight on
modern topics but also with the support of Second Place
spiritual underpinnings, from tidying to the use of Aleteia.org
social media. While the subject matter appears
to be light at first glance or due to tone, the Aleteia.org,
perfect balance is always perfected with faith at Jesús Colina, Daniel Esparza, Zelda Caldwell,
the core. AW561: Best Podcast Kathleen N. Hattrup, Zoe Romanowsky, Rev.
10 The Catholic Journalist All Member Awards June 2020
Aquinas Guilbeau, O.P., Rev. Patrick Mary Briscoe, O.P., John TheAccentOnline.org AW751e: Best Website - Spanish
Burger, Philip Kosloski, J-P Mauro Jeffrey Bruno, Katherine
Ruddy, Theresa Civantos Barber, Kristine Liggett, Matthew
Publication
The Catholic Accent,
Green, Joanne K. McPortland Staff First Place
This site is purposefully designed, is rich in news and feature Misioneros
content, and also provides many clickable opportunities for the
AW751d: Best Website - Newspaper
user. But is it efficient and well-thought-out, is it organized and Misioneros,
structured, and is it useful to its audience? Yes! Well-done! First Place Revista Misioneros Staff
NCRonline
Third Place The mission was clearly articulated in the supplemental statement,
and I think it’s serving its purpose well. The design is smart.
Grotto Network National Catholic Reporter,
NCR staff and contributors AW771: Best Web and Print Package
Grotto Network,
Rev. John I. Jenkins, CSC, President, University of Notre Dame; In this case, NCR checks off all of the boxes for having the best First Place
Rev. Gerry Olinger, CSC, Vice President for Mission
website with clearly articulated purposes, and all are fulfilled. Be The Solution Campaign
Engagement and Church Affairs, University of Notre Dame;
Evidence of success. Great design. Varied offerings. Good quantity
Dan Skendzel, Interim Director; Mariah Cressy, Web Content The Tablet,
Strategist; Liz Colleran, Assignment Desk and Event Program and quality of content. Excellent audience engagement. Most
importantly, fresh content! Congratulations! Leonard Camporeale, JT Beissel, Renee Roden, Dauly Cuello,
Manager; Makaela Douglas, Web Manager; Brittany Jaso, Katherine Jimenez, Katherine Tamola, Israel Ochoa. DeSales
Graphic Designer; Tara Kelly, Video Intern; Ben Kruis, Associate Media Group
Producer; Josh Long, Producer; Jessie McCartney, Social Media Second Place
Manager; Emily Mentock, Digital Community Manager; Coty www.catholicherald.com Very professional, high-quality series utilizing various media and
Miller, Video Intern; Josh Noem, Senior Editor; Becky Oppman, web techniques to effectively deliver messaging to a mass target
Graphic Designer; Erin Williams, Video Intern; Javi Zubizarreta, Arlington Catholic Herald, audience on multiple fronts. Exceptional well-conceived, executed
Senior Producer Catholic Herald Staff and supported with appealing and engaging multimedia and copy.
I very much like the conceptualization and planning that went into Second Place
this site. The unique offerings this site provides demonstrate that I very much liked the design of this site, and the quality of the
content was excellent — the articles were well-written, and the Red Ribbon Campaign
the people who are creating content have taken the mission to
heart. I loved how the content was very much catered to an podcast was professionally done!
The Tablet,
audience who for whatever reason isn’t connected to the Church Leonard Camporeale, JT Beissel, Renee Roden, Katherine
any longer. The offerings are practical for anyone, and the Third Place Jimenez, Damayanti Chakravarty. DeSales Media Group
evangelistic part of the site would be pleasantly veiled for the thedialog.org
intended audience. Stellar print writing, copy and design underpin an impactful
The Dialog, program. This mix of web and print concepts and poster collateral
AW751c: Best Website - Magazine or work to deliver an effective and engaging messaging strategy to a
Staff
Newsletter mass audience. Excellent work!
First Place The accompanying narrative is impressive in that it provides
Third Place
AngelusNews.com evidence of this site’s growth. What I really like: lots of clickable
opportunities — from hyperlinked text in the stories, to podcasts KindGen
Angelus, and videos. I can understand why the analytics are on the upward
The Tablet,
Angelus staff trend. Leonard Camporeale, Damayanti
This is quite good throughout. Varied Chakravarty, Katherine Jimenez,
content that isn’t stale at all. Good Joseph Epstein, Nicolas Garcia, Inna
storytelling demonstrated from top to Vologzhanina. DeSales Media Group
bottom. Great work.
Professional use of mixed media
Second Place channels to deliver compelling and
important information encouraging
Vermont Catholic Magazine Website social good … the impact of the key
Vermont Catholic, concepts and copy helped drive
Communication Staff messaging and fuel the campaign
engagement across print, video and
I was very impressed with the quality
web. Well done!
and quantity. There was a welcome
emphasis on Catholic education, along
Honorable Mention
with spiritual guidance.
Reconciliation Monday
Third Place
Prepare The Word The Tablet,
Leonard Camporeale, Dave Plisky,
Prepare The Word, Dauly Cuello, Katherine Jimenez,
Publisher, Patrice J. Tuohy, Publisher Damayanti Chakravarty, Katherine
Daniel D. Grippo, Managing Editor Tamola, Israel Ochoa. DeSales Media
Anne Marie O’Kelley, Production Group
Editor Curtis C. Long, Director of
Web Services Alice Camille, Senior Honorable Mention
Contributor Eucharistic Congress
I enjoyed the content on this site, and
I’m certain it has a strong audience. Catholic News Herald,
Honorable Mention AW711c: Best Blog - News Organization Catholic News Herald Staff
AW351d: Best Freestanding Presentation of Online Video AW571: Best Use of Live Video in Social Media
- Depiction of Religious LifeJune 2020 Newspaper Awards The Catholic Journalist 11
how the church can help rebuild a community and a nation. The
use of color and graphic design also made this entry stand out.
Honorable Mention
The Catholic Spirit - NJ
The Catholic Spirit Staff
Honorable Mention
Tennessee Register
Tennessee Register Staff
GN111b: Best Newspaper
- Non-Weekly Diocesan
Newspaper,
Circulation 25,001 or More
First Place
Catholic News Herald
Catholic News Herald Staff
This entry is excellent in all respects. The special section on funeral
planning was informative and well written. Each section was
expertly written and reported.
GN111b - Best Newspaper Non-Weekly Diocesan
25,001 or more Second Place
The Catholic Advocate
GN111a: Best Newspaper GN111c - Best Newspaper - National Newspaper
The Catholic Advocate Staff
- Non-Weekly Diocesan
Written and edited with clarity and authority. Global focus yet each
Newspaper, The writing and sleek design of this entry were superb. Sections like
issue is full of relevant content, the hallmark of a top tier
Circulation 25,000 or Less immigration, priesthood and back to school were informative and
publication. Robust and diverse Opinion and Arts section that’s
informative and a pleasure to read on its own. Addresses aspects of
First Place the sex abuse scandals head on, along with other challenges facing
Catholic Standard the church.
Catholic Standard Staff Second Place
National Catholic Register
Comprehensive coverage of international and national stories. The
coverage on Archbishop Gregory and his career was very well done.
Register Publisher: Michael Warsaw; Register Editors: Tom
Second Place Wehner, Amy Smith, Tom McFeely, Joe O’Brien, Matthew
Bunson, Joan Desmond, Kevin Knight, Jeanette De Melo;
Catholic Sentinel
Register Writers: Sabrina Ferrisi, K.V. Turley, Lauretta Brown,
Ed Langlois, Kristen Hannum, Sarah Wolf, Katie Scott, Susan Peter Jesserer Smith, Patti Armstrong, Judy Roberts, Edward
Hays, Bob Jaques, Makoto Ito Pentin, Father Raymond J. de Souza, Joseph Pronechen,
Stephen Beale; Register Graphic Designer: Melissa Hartog
Excellent local coverage on stories that go beyond the Catholic
church and touch on issues within the Portland community. The Engaging analytical coverage of the Vatican, and key issues facing
layout, the section variety and photography all make this entry the church, including sex abuse allegations and insights such as
award worthy. how the traditional Latin Mass offers solace to many. The Culture
of Life section provided an engaging mix of reviews and personal
Third Place faith journeys.
Florida Catholic - Palm Beach
Third Place
GN111d - Best Newspaper Weekly Diocesan
Cecilia Padilla, Jean Gonzalez, Ann Borowski-Slade, Michael The Catholic Register
Jimenez, Maurice Beaulieu and the Florida Catholic Staff
well done.
Third Place Catholic Register Staff
Excellent local and international coverage on the hurricanes and
Texas Catholic Herald,
Texas Catholic Herald Staff
Excellent coverage with a particular nod to the space walk and the
church’s relationship to science. Fascinating stories with strong
reporting and professional design makes this an award-winning
publication.
Honorable Mention
Texas Catholic
David Sedeno, Editor; Michael Gresham, Managing Editor
Honorable Mention
The Catholic Telegraph
Jessica Rinaudo, Editor; John Stegeman, Writer; Rebecca
Sontag, Writer
GN111c: Best Newspaper
- National Newspaper
First Place
National Catholic Reporter
GN111e - Best Newspaper Diocesan Weekly N321a - Best annual report
25,001 or More NCR Staff and Contributors - (Arch) Diocesan Finances12 The Catholic Journalist Newspaper Awards June 2020
Ambitious and impressive report from the Amazon. Robust and very thorough and polished endeavor.
eclectic commentary section.
Honorable Mention
Honorable Mention Diocesan Stewardship Report
Our Sunday Visitor
Hawaii Catholic Herald,
By Our Sunday Visitor Staff Staff
Honorable Mention Honorable Mention
Catholic Health World Stay with Us, Lord
Judith VandeWater, Editor; Julie Minda, Associate Catholic News Herald,
Editor; Lisa Eisenhauer Tim Faragher, Bill Weldon
GN111d: Best Newspaper - N321b: Best Annual Report
Weekly Diocesan - Catholic Non-Profit Organization
Newspaper, Circulation First Place
25,000 or Less 2019 Diocese of Nashville Annual Impact Report
First Place Tennessee Register,
Catholic Herald, Milwaukee Brian Cooper, Bill Staley, Debbie Lane
Staff Every church agency and organization should see the graphic
spread across p.12-13. It is perfect numerical quantification of the
Lots of local voices, community represented. Has a real past year: burials, donors, classes, catechists, etc. The structural
sense of place and community. Lot of schools’ coverage and charts on p.21 were equally brilliant. Saving the money till last was
young faces in these pages a nice organizational touch. It is absolutely vital to include and lay
out in a clear and accessible way. The first 2o pages are like a
Second Place yearbook. The photos and layout are so beautiful, it’s actually
The Observer worth keeping — just for the art.
Nice balance of men and women, groups and solo shots, clergy and
Staff laity, with some racial diversity too. Dropping pages and sidebars in
full color blocs was a nice design touch. The caveat, it takes an
Liked the local feel and the variety of issues covered and many excellent editor and special and gifted graphic designer to pull all
local faces and voices from the community. this together.
Third Place Second Place
The B.C. Catholic Catholic Charities Brooklyn & Queens: Annual Report of 2018
Editor: Paul Schratz; Assistant Editor: Agnieszka Ruck; The Tablet,
Production coordinator: Inca Siojo; Advertising: Raymond Leonard Camporeale, Dauly Cuello, DeSales Media Group
Loretan
line Ad A well-conceived & superbly polished publication. Pairing small
-B est On photos with news blurbs was great; very accessible. The graphics
Lively presentation. Good photos. Liked the variety of content and N335c were fantastic. Clear, bold and vivid. The money side was well laid
opinion pieces. Nice piece on the blessings to the homeless.
out. Ending with a photo collage is a superb touch.
Honorable Mention
Honorable Mention Third Place
The Compass
Pittsburgh Catholic
10 ways Catholic San Francisco Made A Difference in 2019
The Compass Staff
N321a: Best Annual Report Catholic San Francisco,
Honorable Mention - (Arch) Diocesan Finances Rick DelVecchio, editor and general manager; Karessa
Catholic Herald - Madison McCartney, production manager
First Place
Catholic Herald Staff 2018/2019 Annual Report of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese This is nice — dead on, perfectly targeted — it’s just short. The
of Vancouver Faces in the News” was a masterstroke. Tracking Faces, Websites,
Popular Stories, Engagements, Posts, Video is accessible and fresh.
GN111e: Best Newspaper The B.C. Catholic; Communications Office of the Archdiocese Keep up the great work.
- Weekly Diocesan Newspaper, of Vancouver; Design: Inca Siojo; Writing / Editing: Matthew
Circulation 25,001 or More Furtado and Paul Schratz N323: Best Ad Copywriting
This is really nice, from the cover onward. The strategies, priorities First Place
First Place
and goals are fleshed out right at the top. The layout is very clean. Aunt Carrie’s Celebrating 99 Years of Serving Superb Seafood!
St. Louis Review
The graphics are accessible. The photos give you a good sense of
who is here. The pull quotes from parishioners and laypeople was a Rhode Island Catholic,
St. Louis Review staff
really nice touch. It’s just beautifully laid out, in a very accessible Richard Lafond
way that also tells a string of simple stories.
Lively presentation. Standout, evocative photography. Well
This ad is simple but charming and makes your mouth water.
organized layout and presentation. Good writing, such as the in- Second Place
depth features about an airport chaplain and a rural health clinic.
Empowered to Share Second Place
Second Place KindGen
East Texas Catholic, Diocese of Beaumont Stewardship and
The Tablet Communications Staff
The Tablet,
The Tablet Staff Katherine Tamola
No report in the contest gave me a better sense of flavor. I could
just feel the people here, throughout the document. Nice cover. It’s
Well-presented, detailed coverage of a breaking sex abuse The text is easy to read and inspires curiosity about the subject.
a classic theme — often worn out — but it feels fresh here. The
investigation, resignation of a bishop and new allegations against The graphics and colors are used effectively.
opening photo is excellent; holding hands, led by clergy. Vietnamese
another. Interesting local coverage, such as a fine feature about a and Spanish side by side. Beautiful. The photos are exceptional. I
bodega owner who serves the homeless. Third Place
get an excellent feel for local life. The numbers are played subtly,
clearly and steadily. They don’t overpower, but they’re always there. Red Ribbon Campaign
Third Place It’s a very beautiful resource.
Clarion Herald The Tablet,
Third Place Renee Roden
Clarion Herald Staff Archdiocese of Denver 2018 Annual Report
This ad seeks to bring awareness and it does just that. The
A lot of content here in a deceptively large news hole. Lots of Denver Catholic, Archdiocese of Denver Communications and consistent use of red draws in the reader’s eye, and the ad has
variety, voices, columnists. Finance Staff, Denver Catholic Staff enough information to engage the reader’s interest.
Honorable Mention Beautiful cover. Running headlines in different sizes and colors is Honorable Mention
The Record typically a design no-no. But it looks nice here. Nice write up of The Rhode Island State Council Knights of Columbus
recent history. A lot of interesting construction projects; well Congratulates The Most Reverend Louis E. Gelineau on His
Staff of The Record presented. Solid summation of programs. Good financial graphics. A 65th Anniversary of OrdinationYou can also read
