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EWTN Restructures Domestic News Outlets, Aims to Further US and Global Growth

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EWTN Global Catholic Network has announced an organizational restructuring of its domestic digital and print news platforms with the realignment of its two U.S. based news outlets, National Catholic Register and Catholic News Agency (CNA), under single executive leadership. EWTN Chairman and CEO Michael P. Warsaw appointed Jeanette De Melo, the longtime editor-in-chief of the Register and the newspaper's current executive director, as executive director of both the Register and CNA. 

Key Points: 
  • Alejandro Bermudez, who was the longtime executive director of CNA and the ACI Group, retired from the organization Dec. 31.
  • The new structure is designed to enhance EWTN News' domestic and international news coverage.
  • Each platform will continue to have its own editors in chief and each will maintain its distinct identity and scope within EWTN News.
  • EWTN also recently announced the appointment of Montse Alvarado as the President and Chief Operating Officer of EWTN News.

Montse Alvarado Named President and COO of EWTN News

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Monday, January 23, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) – EWTN Global Catholic Network has announced that Montse Alvarado – Catholic leader, religious liberty advocate, and news show anchor – has been named president and chief operating officer of EWTN News, Inc.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) – EWTN Global Catholic Network has announced that Montse Alvarado – Catholic leader, religious liberty advocate, and news show anchor – has been named president and chief operating officer of EWTN News, Inc.
  • In her role as president of the news division, Alvarado will oversee EWTN's global news media platforms, which create content in English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Arabic, and Italian.
  • "As a seasoned executive, Montse will bring new energy and perspective to our global news services," said EWTN Chairman and CEO Michael P. Warsaw.
  • This combination of skills will allow EWTN News to become even stronger in delivering critical reporting and analysis."

Journalism Conference to Confront Challenges of a Post-Truth World

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
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IRONDALE, Ala., Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- How can journalists committed to truth thrive in a polarized world drowning in propaganda and hostility? That will be the focus of the Journalism in a Post-Truth World Conference, March 10-11, 2023, at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C.

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  • That will be the focus of the Journalism in a Post-Truth World Conference, March 10-11, 2023, at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C.
    Co-sponsored by EWTN News and Franciscan University of Steubenville, the event will discuss the state of modern journalism and challenges of media ethics, bias, and covering the Catholic Church.
  • EWTN News is pleased to partner with Franciscan University in presenting this conference.
  • "I'm grateful to EWTN News for collaborating with us on this timely and important conference," Father Pivonka added.
  • Those who cannot attend in person may register for the livestream or view recordings after the conference.

EWTN To Air Pope Emeritus Benedict's Funeral Mass And Other Specials

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023
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IRONDALE, Ala., Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) – EWTN will broadcast the Funeral Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI as well as many other special programs on Thursday, Jan. 5.

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  • IRONDALE, Ala., Jan. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) – EWTN will broadcast the Funeral Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI as well as many other special programs on Thursday, Jan. 5.
  • ET – Funeral Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI - Pope Francis celebrates the Solemn Funeral Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, live from St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
  • ET - Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI – Live from the Chapel of Our Lady of the Angels in Irondale, AL, celebrated by the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word.
  • ET – Remembering Pope Emeritus Benedict Special from Rome - An in-depth look at the life and legacy of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.

EWTN Announces Special Programming In Honor of Pope Emeritus Benedict

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Saturday, December 31, 2022
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IRONDALE, Ala., Dec. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) – In honor of Pope Emeritus Benedict, who passed away earlier today, EWTN will air the following special programming Saturday, Dec. 31.

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  • IRONDALE, Ala., Dec. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) – In honor of Pope Emeritus Benedict, who passed away earlier today, EWTN will air the following special programming Saturday, Dec. 31.
  • ET (encore): EWTN Live Special in honor of Pope Emeritus Benedict with Host Father Mitch Pacwa.
  • ET: Prayers for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI (30 min.)
  • EWTN's website now includes a special tribute page to Pope Benedict which outlines his many accomplishments.

EWTN Honors Former NFL Star Danny Abramowicz With 2022 Mother Angelica Award

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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IRONDALE, Ala., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) EWTN Global Catholic Network has presented the 2022 Mother Angelica Award to former NFL star Danny Abramowicz in honor of his lifetime of service to the New Evangelization.

Key Points: 
  • IRONDALE, Ala., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) EWTN Global Catholic Network has presented the 2022 Mother Angelica Award to former NFL star Danny Abramowicz in honor of his lifetime of service to the New Evangelization.
  • "This annual award recognizes individuals, who like Mother Angelica, seek to bring others to a deeper knowledge of God."
  • "This annual award recognizes individuals, who like Mother Angelica, seek to bring others to a deeper knowledge of God."
  • In looking at this year's candidates, Warsaw said one name Danny Abramowicz stood above the rest.

Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter Tasha Layton & Bestselling Author Raymond Arroyo Collaborate on Christmas Classic

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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Layton renewed the seasonal classic 'We Three Kings' with fresh lyrics inspired by " The Wise Men Who Found Christmas " and created an original video featuring animated illustrations from the book.

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  • Layton renewed the seasonal classic 'We Three Kings' with fresh lyrics inspired by " The Wise Men Who Found Christmas " and created an original video featuring animated illustrations from the book.
  • Raymond Arroyo is in the middle of his national book tour and Tasha Layton will be joining the K-Love Christmas Tour slated to stop in 11 cities across the country beginning Dec. 1.
  • Since first captivating radio audiences in 2020, Tasha Layton has become one of Christian music's most celebrated female vocalists.
  • His eight books, including his best-selling multi-book Will Wilder Middle-Grade series (Random House Kids), were all New York Times Bestsellers.

EWTN Radio's 'Open Line Event' Airs Nov. 7-11

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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IRONDALE, Ala., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EWTN Global Catholic Radio will air all five episodes of EWTN's blockbuster mini-series, "The Transgender Movement: What Catholics Need to Know," at 3 p.m. ET and 10 p.m. ET – the "Open Line" hour – from Monday, Nov. 7 through Friday, Nov. 11.  The first half hour will be the episode of that day and the second half hour will be that day's radio host commenting on the episode and taking listener phone calls.

Key Points: 
  • ET the "Open Line" hour from Monday, Nov. 7 through Friday, Nov. 11.
  • "We had a tremendous reaction from our television audience about the show which premiered Oct. 24-28," said EWTN Chairman & CEO Michael P. Warsaw.
  • The 'Open Line' call-in number is 833-288-3986 (EWTN).
  • In its 41st year, EWTN is the largest religious media network in the world.

New Poll from EWTN News and RealClear Opinion Research Shows Broad Republican Support Among Likely Catholic Swing State Voters

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EWTN News and RealClear Opinion Research have partnered to conduct a deep-dive poll on Catholic voters' attitudes in key swing states ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.  

Key Points: 
  • In each state, a majority of likely Catholic voters support the Republican candidates for Senate and Governor, with the exception of Pennsylvania, where 50.8% of Catholic likely voters support gubernatorial candidate Josh Shapiro.
  • 50.8% of Catholic voters support Josh Shapiro (D) for governor, while 44.5% expressed support for Doug Mastriano (R).
  • 39.3% of Catholic voters approve or strongly approve of President Biden's job performance, while 56.5% of Catholic voters disapprove or "strongly disapprove."
  • 39.5% of Catholic voters approve or strongly approve of President Biden's job performance, while 58.5% of Catholic voters disapprove or "strongly disapprove."

THE WISE MEN WHO FOUND CHRISTMAS Reveals the True Story of the Christmas Magi

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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This is a journey you and your family would be wise to take."

Key Points: 
  • This is a journey you and your family would be wise to take."
  • One of the most highly-anticipated holiday offerings," The Wise Men Who Found Christmas "is an exquisite picture book available now.
  • Additional endorsement: "The story of the Three Wise Men is one of the most beloved and meaningful parts of the nativity story.
  • Now, in this beautiful book, Raymond Arroyo is sharing the true Magi story with everyone.