2025 All Member Division

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AI121: Communications Director of the Year

First Place

Kelly Clark

Archdiocese of Denver, Office of Communications

Second Place

Brett Meister

Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

Third Place

Patrick Higgins

Missionaries of the Precious Blood

Honorable Mention

Dennis Kellogg

Catholic Diocese of Lincoln

Honorable Mention

Nancy Fishburn

Catholic Diocese of Cleveland

AI131a: Editor of the Year

First Place

Scott Warden

Today’s Catholic

Second Place

Laura Ieraci

ONE Magazine

Third Place

Rebecca Seum

Missionaries of the Precious Blood

Honorable Mention

Pablo Kay

Angelus

Honorable Mention

Carol Schuck Scheiber

TrueQuest Communications | VISION | Prepare the Word

AI141: Graphic Artist/Designer of the Year

First Place

Angie Von Slaughter

National Catholic Reporter 

Second Place

Chad DeBoard

Missionaries of the Precious Blood

Third Place

Abigail Buettner

St. Louis Review

Honorable Mention

Gabriella Ferraro O’Brien

The Catholic Review

Honorable Mention

Melissa Hartog

National Catholic Register

AI151: Multimedia Journalist of the Year

First Place

Colleen Dulle

America Media

Second Place

Mary Shovlain

The Good Newsroom, Archdiocese of New York

Third Place

Fernanda Pierorazio

The Good Newsroom, Archdiocese of New York

Honorable Mention

Kay Colby

Catholic Diocese of Cleveland

AI161: Photographer of the Year

First Place

Scott Warden

Today’s Catholic

Second Place

Ian Tran

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Third Place

Jeff Witherow

Catholic Courier

Honorable Mention

Dave Hrbacek

The Catholic Spirit

Honorable Mention

Bob Roller

OSV News

AI171: Social Media Professional of the Year

First Place

Noah Fonacier

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Second Place

Nicole Jones

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge

Third Place

Niko Hafley

Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

Honorable Mention

Theresa Nguyen-Gillen

Glenmary Home Missioners

Honorable Mention

Heidi Huntington

Catholic Courier

AI175a: Writer of the Year

First Place

Scott Warden

Today’s Catholic

Second Place

George Matysek Jr.

The Catholic Review

Third Place

Katie Collins Scott

National Catholic Reporter Co.

Honorable Mention

Eric A. Clayton

Jesuit Conference

Honorable Mention

Brian Roewe

National Catholic Reporter Co.

AI181: Videographer/Video Producer of the Year — Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Juan Guajardo

Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth

Second Place

John Girone

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Third Place

Riley Webb

Catholic Diocese of Wichita

AI191: Podcaster of the Year

First Place

Rick Howick

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Second Place

Mike Jordan Laskey

Jesuit Conference

Third Place

The Catholic Accent Podcast

Diocese of Greensburg

Jordan Whiteko

Honorable Mention

Colleen Dulle

America Media

Honorable Mention

Taylor Henry

Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

Taylor Henry, Msgr. Anthony Frontiero and Archbishop Timothy Broglio

AW331: Best Illustration with Graphic Design or Art

First Place

The Cardinal Fall 2024

The Catholic University of America

Catholic University of America and Staff of Cardinal Magazine; Matt Chinworth, Illustrator

Second Place

St. Patrick’s Way Back

Angelus

Jacob Popcak

Third Place

Year of Hope Cross

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Thomas Villa, Shay Ryan

Honorable Mention

Saints in 7 Days: Elizabeth Ann Seton

Hallow

Claire Beard, Suzie Shin and Shang Lin

Honorable Mention

“Who Are My Mother and Brothers and Sisters?”

Jesuit Conference

Jen Norton

AW332: Best Photo Gallery or Slideshow

First Place

Fun-filled Field Days at Catholic Schools Signal Summer’s Start

Catholic Courier

Jeff Witherow

Second Place

National Eucharistic Congress — Marian Route Kickoff Mass Photo Gallery

Diocese of Crookston

Diocese of Crookston Staff

Third Place

At Joyful Mass, Cardinal Ordains 16 New Priests for Archdiocese of Washington in Largest Ordination Class Since 1960

Catholic Standard

Mihoko Owada

Honorable Mention

The Greatest Love Story

Shalom Media

John Jones, Photographer

Honorable Mention

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Stops in Nation’s Capital

Catholic Standard

Mihoko Owada

AW340a: Best Video — Feature, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

New Beginnings: How Two Young Adults Entered the Catholic Church

Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth

Juan Guajardo and Paul Latino

Second Place

In the Darkness is Where Life Began: The Michaela Gasseling Documentary

Diocese of Grand Island

Oscar Erives

Third Place

Windows of Wonder: Stained Glass for the Cathedral of St. Thomas More

Arlington Catholic Herald

Kerry Nevins and Hannah Camerota

AW340b: Best Video — Feature, Radio, Television Stations and Film Companies

First Place

Experience the Breathtaking Eucharistic Procession with 7,000 Catholics: The Eucharistic Revival

Saint Paul Seminary

Jonathan Vikesland, ReAwaken Productions; John Stokman and Phil Ervin, The Saint Paul Seminary

Second Place

The Inspiring Work of Father Matthieu Dauchez — ANAK-TNK (Into The Light)

Shalom Media

Felix Varghese, Producer; Arun John, Camera; Midhun Garvasis, Editor

Third Place

The (Real) Day in the Life of a Seminarian

Saint Paul Seminary

Jonathan Vikesland, ReAwaken Productions; John Stokman and Phil Ervin, The Saint Paul Seminary

AW341a: Best News Video — Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Archbishop Gudziak Tours Destruction in Ukraine

OSV News

Gina Christian

Second Place

In-depth with U.S. Vatican Ambassador

Catholic News Service

Robert Duncan and Carol Glatz

Third Place

Jesus Carries the Holy Cross Through Lansing

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

Honorable Mention

Dedication and Blessing of Christ Cathedral’s St. Callistus Chapel and Crypts

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Bradley Zint, Shay Ryan, John Girone, Chris Tran, and Franco Watts

Honorable Mention

9/11 Eve of Solemn Remembrance in Staten Island

The Good Newsroom, Archdiocese of New York

Mary Shovlain

AW342a: Best Video —Pro-life Activities, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Mary’s Choice RVA

The Catholic Virginian

Office of Communications Staff and Mark Kwolek

Second Place

Catholic Priest Answers Your Questions About Abortion (Respect Life Month)

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Shay Ryan, John Girone, Kieran Hickey, Noah Fonacier and Paige Brooks

Third Place

Hundreds Witness for Life in Eucharistic Procession Around Planned Parenthood on All Souls Day

Archdiocese of Denver, Office of Communications

Neil McDonough and André Escaleira Jr.

Honorable Mention

Respect Life Fund

The Catholic Telegraph

Margaret Swensen

Honorable Mention

Highlights of Georgia March for Life

Archdiocese of Atlanta

Allen Kinzly

AW343a: Best Video — Religious Life, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Day in the Life of a Norbertine Sister

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Shay Ryan, John Girone, Kieran Hickey, Noah Fonacier, and Paige Brooks

Second Place

Catholic Sisters Week

Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

Nicole Bettini, Zach Jansen and Kayla Mayer

Third Place

Encountering Christ in the Migrant: Jesuit Vocations on the Border

Jesuit Conference

Eric Clayton and MegAnne Liebsch

Honorable Mention

Letter to St. Vincent de Paul

La Machi Communication for Good Causes

Congregation of The Mission La Machi Communication for Good Causes

Honorable Mention

On the Road to Emmaus: The Salatas and The Blessed Sacrament

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

AW343b: Best Video — Religious Life, Radio, Television Stations and Film Companies

First Place

Who Visits You on Sunday?

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, Executive Producers; Miles Miller, Producer; Marissa Van Kley, Supervising Producer; Carley Kormanis, Director; Marissa Metoyer, Editor; Jessica Zittlow Aleman, Jordan Watwood, Producers

Second Place

What is Eucharistic Holy Hour?

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, David Naglieri, Executive Producers; Miles Miller, Producer; Carley Kormanis, Director; Mike Hellman, Editor

Third Place

Unleash Your Talents

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, Executive Producers; Miles Miller, Producer

Honorable Mention

Answering the Call to Faith and Fatherhood

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, David Naglieri, Executive Producers; Marissa Van Kley, Supervising Producer; Megan Lanz, Producer; Jessie Schiffer, Field Producer; Carley Kormanis, Director

Honorable Mention

Lord I’ve Settled

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, David Naglieri, Executive Producers; Father Mark-Mary Ames, Father Isaiah Marie Hofmann, MIles Miller, Producers; Cody Hilliard, Director; Marissa Metoyer, Editor; Marissa Van Kley, Supervising Producer

AW344a: Best Video — Social Justice Issues, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Sisters Have a Heart for Service on the Border

Catholic Charities USA

Bill Gangluff, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer; Jeremy Mines, Senior Video Producer; Rebecca Solloa, Executive Director; Catholic Charities of Diocese of Laredo

Second Place

On the Road to Emmaus: Behind Bars, Bringing Christ to Prisoners

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

Third Place

How Jesuits Accompany Today’s Holy Families on the Border

Jesuit Conference

MegAnne Liebsch and Eric Clayton

Honorable Mention

Finding His Purpose, and Himself

Catholic Charities USA

Kevin Brennan, Vice President for Media Relations and Executive Communications; Jeremy Mines, Senior Video Producer; Andy Wayne, Director of Communications; Catholic Charities of Baltimore

Honorable Mention

Bánica | On Mission in the Dominican Republic

Catholic Diocese of Arlington

Hannah Camerota and Marvin Molina

AW344b: Best Video — Social Justice Issues, Television Stations and Film Companies

First Place

JRS/USA on Solidarity: Serving Ukrainian Refugees in Poland

Jesuit Refugee Service/USA

Bridget Cusick, JRS/USA Producer; David Szurmiej, Producer; Braun Film & Video, Inc.; JRS Romania, Producer, Editor and Contributor

Second Place

Warriors to Lourdes: Kim Crosby Story

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, David Naglieri, Executive Producers; Marissa Van Kley, Producer; Carley Kormanis, Director; Alexandra Bartman, Editor; Lucas Hibdon, Editor and Sound Designer

Third Place

Our National Pastime Can Also Be All-Inclusive

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, David Naglieri, Executive Producers; Kevin Moon, Producer; Jessie Schiffer, Field Producer; Marissa Metoyer, Editor

Honorable Mention

Warriors to Lourdes: For Drew Ross

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, David Naglieri, Executive Producers; Kelly Cunningham, Marissa Van Kley, Producers; Carley Kormanis, Director; Alexandra Bartman, Editor

AW345a: Best Video — Explainer, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

What is Ash Wednesday?

Catholic Courier

Jeff Witherow

Second Place

NC Catholics Now — Jan. 17, 2024

Diocese of Raleigh NC Catholics

Tim Robbins and Kate Turgeon

Third Place

Mary Always Points Us to Jesus

Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis Communications Team

Honorable Mention

From Chosen To Chalice: Discerning God’s Call

Diocese of Crookston

Diocese of Crookston

Honorable Mention

Catholic Sisters Week

Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

Nicole Bettini, Zach Jansen, and Kayla Mayer

AW345b: Best Video — Explainer, Television Stations and Film Companies

First Place

Feast Day Celebration Recap Video

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, Executive Producers; Becket Ghioto, Producer; Marissa Metoyer, Editor

Second Place

Archdiocese of Newark Annual Appeal

Lux Lab Production House

Lux Lab Video Marketing Staff and Archdiocese of Newark Staff

Third Place

The OMVA Mission

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, Executive Producers; Michael Labbe, Ken Heckel, Megan Lanz, Hannah Jones, Producers; Marissa Van Kley, Supervising Producer; Carley Kormanis, Director; Marissa Metoyer, Editor

Honorable Mention

Holy Thursday for Kids

Spirit Juice Studios

Rob Kaczmark, Branden J. Stanley, Seneca Lester, Executive Producers

AW346a: Best Video — The Clergy, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

All in God’s Time: Older Men Embrace Call to Priesthood Later in Life

Archdiocese of Detroit

Andrew Kleczek, Director and Producer; Rick Giffin, Co-Producer; Emily Mentock, Creative Director; Edmundo Reyes, Director of Communications

Second Place

On the Road to Emmaus: The Magnificent Seven

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

Third Place

Diocese of Orange Chrism Mass 2024

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

John Girone, Shay Ryan and Bradley Zint

Honorable Mention

Deacon Seth Seaman — Called to the Priesthood

The Catholic Virginian

Office of Communications Staff and Mark Kwolek

Honorable Mention

In the Footsteps of the Martyrs

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

AW347a: Best Video — Ordination, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Diocese of Lansing Priestly Ordinations 2024

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl and Valerie Hendrickson

Second Place

Deacon Phillip Mills’ Journey to the Priesthood

Diocese of Orlando

Jennifer Drow, Senior Director of Communications; Katherine Laguna, Director of Communications; Lana Kaczmarek, Digital Communications Manager

Third Place

A Divine Calling: Two Men are Ordained to the Sacred Order of Presbyters

Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth

Juan Guajardo

Honorable Mention

Priest Ordination 2024

The Catholic Telegraph

Margaret Swensen

Honorable Mention

How Detroit’s Newest Priests Learned to Listen for Christ’s Calling

Archdiocese of Detroit

Andrew Kleczek, Director and Producer; Rick Giffin, Co-Producer; Emily Mentock, Creative Director; Edmundo Reyes, Director of Communications

AW349a: Best Video — Catechesis, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Mary Always Points Us to Jesus

Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis

Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis Communications Team

Second Place

On the Road to Emmaus: Pray the ‘Priest of God’ Prayer Before Holy Mass

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

Third Place

U.S. Seminarians in Rome Reflect on the Litany of Humility

Catholic News Service

Robert Duncan

Honorable Mention

Word and Art with Bishop John Dolan

Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

Bishop John Dolan, Brett Meister, Julian Garoz and Niko Hafley

Honorable Mention

On the Road to Emmaus: Read Saint Augustine’s Letter to Proba

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

AW350a: Best Video — Catechesis, Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

On the Road to Emmaus: Eucharistic Congress Special

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

Second Place

Jesus is Here Recap

The Catholic Telegraph

Jake Emser

Third Place

Walking With Jesus — National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

Diocese of Trenton Communications — Multimedia Production The Monitor

Marianne Hartman, Frank Lettieri, Ryan Larason, Patrick Dolan, Cynthia Pineda, Beau Rosario, Jesus Juan, Josue Arriola and Jossie Ramos

Honorable Mention

Mission: Eucharist

Glenmary Home Missioners

Glenmary Home Missioners Team and Hundredfold Productions

Honorable Mention

Downtown Denver Eucharistic Procession a Moment of Grace-filled Witness

Archdiocese of Denver, Office of Communications

Neil McDonough

AW350b: Best Video — Catechesis, Television Stations and Film Companies

First Place

Experience the Breathtaking Eucharistic Procession with 7,000 Catholics: The Eucharistic Revival

St. Paul Seminary

Jonathan Vikesland, ReAwaken Productions; John Stokman and Phil Ervin, The Saint Paul Seminary

Second Place

National Eucharistic Congress Brand Story

Lux Lab Production House

Nick Falls, Casey Schaffer, John Schmidt, Philip Braun and National Eucharistic Congress Staff

AW361a: Best Multimedia Package — Feature

First Place

The Ordination of Father James Muscatella

Catholic Courier

Gina Capellazzi, Jeff Witherow and Matt Saxon

Second Place

No Body Now But Yours

America Media

David Van Biema and Outreach Staff

Third Place

Aloha and Blessings Amid the Ashes

Catholic Charities USA

Julie Bourbon, Senior Writer; Sheena L. Crews, Senior Creative Director

Honorable Mention

Hardly Lost

ONE Magazine

Les Beley and Konstantin Chernichkin

Honorable Mention

Music Incarnate: Inside Madonna della Strada’s Pipe Organ

Loyola University Chicago

Vivian Ewing, Lukas Keapproth and Polymyth Productions

AW361b: Best Multimedia Package — News

First Place

No Generation Spared

ONE Magazine

Laure Delacloche and the Raghida Skaff

Second Place

The Light of Hope: Guadalupe Torch Leaves Message of Hope and Consolation

Diocese of Charlotte

César Hurtado

Third Place

Introduction of Bishop Joseph Williams, Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Camden

Diocese of Camden, Communications Department

Michael Walsh, John Kalitz, Maria Toci D’Antonio, Jennifer Mauro, Pete Sanchez and Joe Warner

Honorable Mention

Walking, Praying with Christ Through the Diocese

Diocese of Jefferson City

Jacob Luecke, Kelly Martin, Jay Nies and Annie Williams

Honorable Mention

Nearly 5,000 Process Through the Heart of Denver to Give Testimony to Real Presence of Jesus

Archdiocese of Denver, Office of Communications

André Escaleira Jr., Neil McDonough, Andy Sanchez and Allison Holdridge

AW361e: Best Multimedia Package — Social Justice Issues

First Place

I Am With You Always: A Catholic Response to Assisted Suicide

Michigan Catholic Conference

MCC Staff

Second Place

Closing the Hunger Gap

ONE Magazine

Hikma A. Abdulmejid and Petterik Wiggers

Third Place

A Place to Belong

ONE Magazine

Paul Rimple, Justyna Mielnikiewicz and Yad Abdulqader

Honorable Mention

Journey from Darkness: Kwami’s Story

Catholic Diocese of Cleveland

Kay Colby, Nancy Fishburn, Jeff Stutzman

Honorable Mention

USCCB Visit to Migrant Workers

Diocese of Raleigh NC Catholics

Clayton Causer, Tim Robbins, and Kate Turgeon

AW362: Best Multimedia Package — The Eucharistic Revival

First Place

The Catholic Accent: Eucharistic Revival

Diocese of Greensburg

Bishop Larry J. Kulick, Msgr. Raymond Riffle, Jennifer Miele, Cliff Gorski, Robin Mull, Jordan Whiteko, John Zylka, Beth Tallentire, Mary Seamans, Sarah Hartner, Val Rodell, Vince Reilly, Kate Parkinson and The Catholic Accent, Diocese of Greensburg

Second Place

Eucharistic Revival

Knights of Columbus

Knights of Columbus Staff

Third Place

#ErieInIndy

Diocese of Erie

Kristine Rilling, Melanie Sisinni and Anne-Marie Welsh

Honorable Mention

Hallow: The Eucharistic Revival

Hallow

Hallow Content Team

Honorable Mention

Eucharistic Congress: Before, During and After

Catholic Diocese of Cleveland

Catholic Diocese of Cleveland DM Productions

AW371: Best Multimedia Package Series

First Place

2024 Golden Apple Teachers

Catholic Standard

Mark Zimmermann, Author; Mihoko Owada, Photographer; Geoffrey Ros and Ronald Bethke, Videographer

Second Place

Echoes of Faith: Remembering Our Catholic Inspiration

Catholic Diocese of Lincoln

Cathy Blankenau Bender, Dennis Kellogg, Fr. Gary Coulter, Corbin Hubbell and Dr. Matthew Hecker

Third Place

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage in the Archdiocese of New York

The Good Newsroom

Archdiocese of New York

The Good Newsroom Staff

Honorable Mention

Mercy on Wheels: Medical Clinic Director Named Lumen Christi Award Recipient

Catholic Extension

Catholic Extension Staff

Honorable Mention

Advent Calendar

Catholic Courier

Courier Staff

AW372: Best Multimedia Package — Hot Topic: The 2024 Election

First Place

2024 Election Materials for Catholics in Michigan

Michigan Catholic Conference

MCC Staff

Second Place

Busted Halo

Busted Halo

The Busted Halo Staff

Third Place

Novena for the Electorate

Diocese of Jefferson City

Jacob Luecke, Kelly Martin, Jay Nies, and Annie Williams

AW381a: Best Use of Video on Social Media — Diocesan Communications

First Place

Fête-Dieu du Mississippi

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge

Nicle Jones, Steve Lee, Jeff Cotten, and Trey Weaver

Second Place

Blessed Stanley Rother Beatification Anniversary Video

Archdiocese of Oklahoma City

Avery Holt

Third Place

Behind Bars: Bringing Christ to Prisoners

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

Honorable Mention

Protecting Children is a Sacred Task with Bishop Richard G. Henning

Diocese of Providence

Michael F. Kieloch, Laura Testa, Most Rev. Richard G. Henning, and Devlo Media

Honorable Mention

Diocese of Brooklyn Eucharistic Revival Highlights

DeSales Media Group

Adriana Rodriguez, Director of Communications; Miguel Alfau, Video Producer; Marilyn Arreaga, Eucharistic Revival Video Editor and Producer; Steven Aiello, Eucharistic Revival Director; Dominick, Eucharistic Revival Executive Producer

AW381b: Best Use of Video on Social Media — News Organization

First Place

Get to Know the Ordinands!

Northwest Catholic

Selena Abounader

Second Place

Through the Lens of Faith Podcast Episode 2 Teaser

Catholic Courier

Gina Capellazzi and Heidi Huntington

Third Place

Catholic Sisters Week

The Central Minnesota Catholic

Dianne Towalski

AW383a: Best Use of Video on Social Media — Liturgical Season — Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Priests Learn to Cook Fish Tacos (Lent Edition)

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Shay Ryan, John Girone, Noah Fonacier, and Paige Brooks

Second Place

What Is It About Ash Wednesday?

Diocese of Lansing

Matt Riedl

Third Place

Holy Week with Bishop Richard G. Henning

Diocese of Providence

Most Rev. Richard G. Henning, Michael Kieloch, Laura Testa and Devlo Media

Honorable Mention

Father Jerome Krug on Easter — “Why Does the Resurrection of Jesus Matter?”

Archdiocese of Oklahoma City

Avery Holt

Honorable Mention

A Series of Lenten Video Reflections for Social Media

The Good Newsroom, Archdiocese of New York

Mary Shovlain

AW383b: Best Use of Video on Social Media — Liturgical Season — Radio, Television Stations and Film Companies

First Place

Pray40

Hallow

Hallow Content and Marketing

Second Place

Busted Halo

Busted Halo

The Busted Halo Staff

AW384a: Best Use of Video on Social Media — Ongoing Series — Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

Meet the Seminarians

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge

Nicole Jones

Second Place

Series on Angelology and Demonology

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Shay Ryan, John Girone, Noah Fonacier and Paige Brooks

Third Place

Mission: Eucharist

Glenmary Home Missioners

Brother Corey Soignier and Hundredfold Productions

Honorable Mention

Catholic University Programs and Department Promotion and Clips: Dynamic Engagement with Social Audiences

The Catholic University of America

Maria Sousa, Bill Conlon, Ric Colegrove, Implementation and Development; Spirit Juice Studios, Production

Honorable Mention

EarthBeat’s “Coping with Climate Anxiety” Series

National Catholic Reporter

John Grosso and Angie Von Slaughter

AW384b: Best Use of Video on Social Media — Ongoing Series — Radio, Television Stations and Film Companies

First Place

Catholic News Agency Coverage of The Chosen’s New Season

EWTN News Inc.

Francesca Pollio

Second Place

16 Years in Darkness — Angelica Gonzalez (Jesus My Savior)

Shalom Media

John Jones, Producer and DOP; Jibin James, Creative Producer; Lijo Joseph, Editor

AW385a: Best Use of Video on Social Media — The Clergy — Diocesan and National News Organizations

First Place

#SeminarianSaturday — “Dance for Me”: Father Jacob Machado’s Testimony

Archdiocese of Denver, Office of Communications

Alexandra Mulet and Neil McDonough

Second Place

Day in the Life of a Catholic Priest

Catholic Diocese of Arlington

Kerry Nevins, Hannah Camerota, and Mary Brodeur

Third Place

To Our Priests…

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge

Nicole Jones, Steve Lee, and Jeff Cotten

Honorable Mention

Priests Learn To … Shoot Archery

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Shay Ryan, John Girone, Noah Fonacier, and Paige Brooks

Honorable Mention

St. Joseph’s Table: Make St. Joseph’s Pasta with Fr. Coffas

Catholic Courier

Jeff Witherow and Gina Capellazzi

AW511a: Best Social Media Campaign — Liturgical Seasons

First Place

Christmas Campaign — Peace On Earth

Shalom Media

Joel Kappen, Nikhil Wilson, Manuela Jose, Jackson Johny, Ashil Joseph, Christin Kuriakose, Diny Elizabeth Varghese, Sharon Justine, Edwin Lazar, Alfin Aloysius David, Bitty Baby, Christina Roy, Bimal Sabu, John Adeline Joseph, Sibi Sebastian and Arun Antony

Second Place

Open the Gifts of Advent — Advent Social Media Campaign

The Central Minnesota Catholic

Dianne Towalski

Third Place

Advent in Vermont

Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington

Alayna Fox and Mary-Margaret Mulligan

Honorable Mention

National Vocation Awareness Week — Social Media Campaign

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Shay Ryan, John Girone, Noah Fonacier, Paige Brooks, and Kieran Hickey

AW511b: Best Social Media Campaign — The Eucharistic Revival

First Place

Our Diocesan Emmaus Moment | National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Baton Rouge

Nicole Jones

Second Place

On the Road to Emmaus with Bishop Boyea

Diocese of Lansing

Bishop Earl Boyea, David Kerr, and Matt Riedl

Third Place

National Eucharistic Congress Daily Recaps

Lux Lab Production House

Nick Falls, Casey Schaffer, John Schmidt, Philip Braun, and National Eucharistic Congress Staff

Honorable Mention

St. Cloud Diocesan Delegates at the Eucharistic Congress

The Central Minnesota Catholic

Dianne Towalski

Honorable Mention

Eucharistic Revival — Local and National Celebrations

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Archdiocese of St. Louis Engagement Team

AW541: Best Use of Social Media for Breaking News

First Place

Introduction of Bishop Joseph Williams, Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Camden

Diocese of Camden, Communications Department

Michael Walsh, John Kalitz, Maria Toci D’Antonio, Jennifer Mauro, Pete Sanchez, and Joe Warner

Second Place

B. Carlos Acutis and B. Pier Giorgio Frassati to be Canonized

Archdiocese of St. Louis

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Engagement Team

Third Place

Catholic Charities USA Social Media Coverage of Hurricane Helene

Catholic Charities USA

Julie Bourbon, Senior Writer; Kevin Brennan, Vice President for Media Relations and Executive Communications; Sheena L. Crews, Senior Creative Director; Bill Gangluff, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer; Christina Kilroy, Director, Digital Communication

Honorable Mention

Pope Francis Appoints Most Rev. J. Gregory Kelly as Bishop of Tyler

Catholic Diocese of Tyler

Troy Lirette, Michael Gresham, Santos Martinez, Fernando Garza Ramón, and Katy Kiser

AW551: Best Use of Photos in Social Media

First Place

Relic of St. Jude Tour

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Ian Tran, Everett Johnson, Renne Enriquez, and Paige Brooks

Second Place

Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend

Joshua Schipper and Scott Warden

Honorable Mention

2024 Commencement Recap Photo Gallery

The Catholic University of America

Denny Henry, Photographer; Bill Conlon and Lauren McMahon, Producers

Honorable Mention

Engaging Young Adults: Salt + Light

Archdiocese of St. Louis

Michaela Beaver, Digital Content Specialist, Archdiocese of St. Louis

AW552: Best Use of Graphics in Social Media

First Place

Vote No to Proposition 1

DeSales Media Group

Len Camporeale, Richard Cordero, Joe Lentine, and Israel Ochoa

Second Place

Lenten Campaign — He Conquered

Shalom Media

Jacob Jose, Jayalal S, Aneesh Kumar A, Akhil Mohan, Arun Kumar, Christin Kuriakose, and Nikhil Wilson

Third Place

TPMS — Infographic SPF Anniversary

The Pontifical Mission Societies

Inés San Martín and La Machi Communication for Good Causes

Honorable Mention

“Guess the Saint Saturday,” Catholic Diocese of Youngstown

Catholic Diocese of Youngstown

Michael Houy

Honorable Mention

Busted Halo

Busted Halo

The Busted Halo Staff

AW561a: Best Podcast — News

First Place

AMDG: A Jesuit Podcast

Jesuit Conference

Mike Jordan Laskey, Eric Clayton, and Marcus Bleech

Second Place

Topical News

The Catholic Review

Christopher Gunty

Third Place

Diocese of Youngstown Announces Plans for Archive Facility at Former Saints Cyril and Methodius Church

Catholic Diocese of Youngstown

Dennis Biviano, Robert Gavalier, Bishop David J. Bonnar and The Diocese of Youngstown Communication Department

AW561b: Best Podcast — Social Justice Issues

First Place

AMDG: A Jesuit Podcast

Jesuit Conference

Mike Jordan Laskey, Eric Clayton, and Marcus Bleech

Second Place

Diocese of Orange Podcasts

Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange

Jim Governale, Rick Howick, and Fr. Christopher Smith

Third Place

Catholic Climate Covenant with Dan Misleh

Archdiocese of Atlanta

Allen Kinzly

Honorable Mention

Rural Immersion Program podcast series

The Central Minnesota Catholic

Amber Walling

Honorable Mention

Podcast Social Justice

The Catholic Review

George P. Matysek Jr. and Christopher Gunty

AW561c: Best Podcast — Expression of Faith

First Place

The Pod Quad Podcast — A University of Notre Dame Podcast

Notre Dame Studios

Fr. Peter M. McCormick, C.S.C.; Fr. Nate Wills, C.S.C., Ph.D.; John W. Corba, M.F.A.; Traig Foltz; and Lynn Langston

Second Place

Podcast Expression of Faith

The Catholic Review

Christopher Gunty and George Matysek Jr.

Third Place

Catholic Military Life

Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

Taylor Henry, Msgr. Anthony Frontiero, and Archbishop Timothy Broglio

Honorable Mention

Ready, Willing and Able

The A.D. Times

Genevieve O’Connor

Honorable Mention

Hark! The Stories Behind Our Favorite Christmas Carols

America Media

Maggi Van Dorn, Ricardo da Silva, S.J.; Sebastian Gomes, Grace Lenahan, and Frank Tuson

AW571: Best Use of Live Video in Social Media

First Place

Bishop Toups Blesses the Water at the Beginning of Hurricane Season

Diocese of Beaumont

Bishop David Toups and Karen Gilman

Second Place

Busted Halo

Busted Halo

Father Dave Dwyer, Jennifer Sawyer, and Emma Colino

Third Place

Introduction of Bishop Joseph Williams, Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Camden

Diocese of Camden, Communications Department

Michael Walsh and John Kalitz

AW711b: Best Blog — Social Justice Issues

First Place

The CNEWA Blog

ONE Magazine

David R. Aquije, Gohar Abrahamyan, Elias D. Mallon, S.A., Ph.D.; Olivia Poust, and Laura Ieraci

Second Place

Katie Zakrzewski

Catholic Climate Covenant

Kayla Jacobs and Diana Marin

AW711c: Best Blog — Expression of Faith

First Place

Rita Buettner — Open Window

The Catholic Review

Second Place

Busted Halo

Busted Halo

The Busted Halo Staff

Third Place

Amen

The Catholic Review

George Matysek Jr., Mark Viviano, and Carole Norris Greene

Honorable Mention

Playing Fetch at Dawn and Other Ways to Find Grace in Everyday Life

Little Moments of Grace

Veronica Szczygiel

AW731: Best Online Content Not Published in Print — Photo

First Place

Care for Refugees in Armenia

ONE Magazine

Nazik Armenakyan and Armineh Johannes

Second Place

Popular Piety and Devotion to Our Lady

Northwest Catholic

Stephen Brashear

Third Place

Care for Vulnerable Children in Ethiopia

ONE Magazine

Abenezer Israel, Petterik Wiggers and CNEWA Ethiopia

Honorable Mention

Gates Church is a Site for Early Voting in Monroe County

Catholic Courier

Jeff Witherow

Honorable Mention

School Begins for Rochester Diocese’s Catholic-School Kids

Catholic Courier

Jeff Witherow

AW732: Best Online Content Not Published in Print — Articles

First Place

The Catholic Near East Fellowship Association Blog

ONE Magazine

Elias D. Mallon, S.A., Ph.D.; CNEWA Staff, Beirut, Olivia Poust and Elena Dini

Second Place

The Catholic Review

The Catholic Review

Gerry Jackson, George Matysek Jr., Kurt Jensen and Catholic Review Staff

Third Place

Priests Receive Special Chalices from Local Knights of Columbus

Northwest Catholic

Jean Parietti and Andrew Foster

Honorable Mention

Outreach

America Media

James Martin, S.J., Michael J. O’Loughlin and Outreach Contributors

AW751a: Best Website — Diocesan

First Place

milarch.org

Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

Meg Betit, Mark Moitoza, Msgr. Anthony Frontiero, and Archbishop Timothy Broglio

Second Place

The Diocese of Knoxville

Diocese of Knoxville

Emily Booker

Third Place

The Good Newsroom

Archdiocese of New York

The Good Newsroom Staff

AW751b: Best Website — General Publisher

First Place

CNEWA.org

ONE Magazine

David Aquije, CNEWA Communications and Creative Services Teams

Second Place

Missionaries of the Precious Blood

Missionaries of the Precious Blood

Chad DeBoard

Third Place

Busted Halo

Busted Halo

The Busted Halo Staff

First Place

Glenmary.org

Glenmary Home Missioners

Laney Blevins, Webmaster

Second Place

CatholicReview.org

The Catholic Review

Catholic Review Staff

Third Place

Maryknoll Magazine

Maryknoll

Maryknoll Magazine Staff

Honorable Mention

The Catholic Echo, Diocese of Youngstown

The Catholic Echo

The Catholic Echo Staff

AW751d: Best Website — Newspaper

First Place

The Pilot Newspaper Website

The Boston Pilot

Antonio M. Enrique, Gregory L. Tracy and Nan Wilkins

Second Place

TexasCatholic.com

The Texas Catholic and Revista Católica Dallas

The Texas Catholic Staff

Third Place

Cathstan.org

Catholic Standard

Catholic Standard Staff

Honorable Mention

CatholicHerald.com

Arlington Catholic Herald

Arlington Catholic Herald Staff

AW771: Best Web and Print Package

First Place

Contours of Wonder: Childhood and the Liturgical Imagination

McGrath Institute for Church Life

Deborah Good, Lesley Kirzeder, Noah Bradon and Maggie Scroope

Second Place

I Am With You Always: A Catholic Response to Assisted Suicide

Michigan Catholic Conference

MCC Staff

Third Place

VISION Vocation Guide and VocationNetwork.org

TrueQuest Communications | VISION | Prepare the Word

TrueQuest Communications, Publisher

Honorable Mention

Leaning on Mercy and Grace

ONE Magazine

Hikma A. Abdulmejid, Petterik Wiggers and Paul Grillo

AW772a: Best Diocesan Electronic Newsletter

First Place

CR News

The Catholic Review

Gerry Jackson and Catholic Review Staff

Second Place

DioNotes

Diocese of Knoxville

Emily Booker

Third Place

Nashville Catholic Weekly Digest

Diocese of Nashville

Jim Casey

Honorable Mention

The Central Minnesota Catholic — Friday Feed

The Central Minnesota Catholic

Dianne Towalski, Kristi Anderson and Amber Walling

Honorable Mention

Arlington Catholic Herald

Arlington Catholic Herald

Ana Lucia Batista

AW772b: Best National Electronic Newsletter

First Place

Busted Halo

Busted Halo

The Busted Halo Staff

Second Place

EarthBeat Weekly

National Catholic Reporter Co.

Stephanie Clary and Brian Roewe

Third Place

Jesuit News

Jesuit Conference

Eric Clayton and Becky Sindelar

Honorable Mention

e-TTENTION — 2024 Editions

Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

Taylor Henry, Msgr. Anthony Frontiero, and Archbishop Timothy Broglio

Honorable Mention

Knightline

Knights of Columbus

Columbia Staff