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THE CHRISTOPHERS ANNOUNCE WINNERS OF TWO STUDENT CONTESTS WITH THEME "ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE"

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christophers announced the winners of two student contests in which entrants were asked to create a submission that communicates the belief that one person can make a difference.

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  • NEW YORK, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christophers announced the winners of two student contests in which entrants were asked to create a submission that communicates the belief that one person can make a difference.
  • The caption reads, "You Can Make a Difference…Let Your Heart Lead the Way."
  • The picture emphasizes the importance of honoring those who came before us, and working hard to ensure their lives and memories are never forgotten.
  • "And it's so cool when you see a student leave school, and you see the tools that you helped to put in that toolbelt."

The Christophers Welcome Media Literacy Expert Sister Nancy Usselmann, FSP, To Their Board of Directors

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Monday, April 17, 2023
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Maryknoll priest and current member of The Christophers' Board of Directors, Father Edward Dougherty, M.M., said, "We are thrilled to welcome Sister Nancy to our Board of Directors!

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  • Maryknoll priest and current member of The Christophers' Board of Directors, Father Edward Dougherty, M.M., said, "We are thrilled to welcome Sister Nancy to our Board of Directors!
  • Sister Nancy brings a wealth of experience to her role on The Christophers' Board of Directors.
  • She is a Media Literacy Education specialist, theologian, author, writer, speaker, and film/television reviewer for bemediamindful.org and catholicmom.com.
  • Sister Nancy is currently working on her Doctorate in Ministry from Catholic University of America with a concentration in Liturgical Catechesis.

"Remember Us with Smiles" wins Christopher Award

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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CHICAGO, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Loyola Press announces today that Remember Us with Smiles (2022) by Grace and Gary Jansen and illustrated by Barbara Bongini has been awarded the prestigious Christopher Award in the category of Books for Young People. The 32-page hardcover book is a tender story about the power of family, experience, and memory.

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  • The 32-page hardcover book is a tender story about the power of family, experience, and memory.
  • "Our book celebrates the everyday," stated coauthor Gary Jansen, "and offers the unspoken acknowledgement that life's most precious moments can come in the most ordinary circumstances."
  • To learn more about the history of the Christopher Awards or read about previous winners, visit TheChristophersBlog.org.
  • Remember Us with Smiles will spark the creativity of children of all ages and help them tell their own stories."

CHRISTOPHERS ANNOUNCE WINNERS OF YOUTH POSTER AND VIDEO CONTESTS

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Monday, June 27, 2022
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NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christophers have named the top prize winners in their annual student contests -- the 32nd Annual Poster Contest for High School Students and the 34th Annual Video Contest for College Students.

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  • NEW YORK, June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Christophers have named the top prize winners in their annual student contests -- the 32nd Annual Poster Contest for High School Students and the 34th Annual Video Contest for College Students.
  • The poster contest invited students in grades 9 through 12 to create a poster that interprets the timeless theme, "You Can Make a Difference."
  • Second prize winner and Central High School senior Conyae Cherry's poster emphasizes the value of education in a young person's life.
  • The Christophers also announced the winners of their 34th Annual Video Contest for College Students, for film or video that communicates the belief that one person can make a difference.

73rd ANNUAL CHRISTOPHER AWARD WINNERS CELEBRATE STORIES OF PEOPLE WHO BRING LIGHT INTO DARK SITUATIONS

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Tuesday, April 26, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Themes of healing, justice, service, building bridges, and overcoming steep odds are reflected in the 22 films, TV programs, and books for adults and young people being honored with Christopher Awards in the program's 73rd year. Winners include beloved chef and PBS host Lidia Bastianich, Olympic gold medalist and advocate for sexual abuse victims Aly Raisman, and broadcaster and executive producer Robin Roberts. In addition, the PBS series Masterpiece: All Creatures Great and Small has earned the 2022 Christopher Spirit Award.

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  • Winners include beloved chef and PBS host Lidia Bastianich, Olympic gold medalist and advocate for sexual abuse victims Aly Raisman, and broadcaster and executive producer Robin Roberts.
  • In addition, the PBS series Masterpiece: All Creatures Great and Small has earned the 2022 Christopher Spirit Award.
  • The Christopher Awards celebrate writers, producers, directors, authors, and illustrators whose work "affirms the highest values of the human spirit" and reflects the Christopher motto, "It's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness."
  • Winners in the various categories are:
    Aly Raisman: Darkness to Light (Lifetime)follows the Olympic gold medalist as she meets fellow sexual abuse survivors and learns about their trauma, pursuit of justice, and ongoing journey toward healing.

72nd Annual Christopher Award Winners Celebrate Courage, Faith, And Hope

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
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"\n"The stories we are honoring introduce us to people and experiences that may not be a part of our everyday lives," said Tony Rossi, The Christophers\' Director of Communications.

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  • "\n"The stories we are honoring introduce us to people and experiences that may not be a part of our everyday lives," said Tony Rossi, The Christophers\' Director of Communications.
  • The ancient Chinese proverb-"It\'s better to light one candle than to curse the darkness"- guides its publishing, radio, and awards programs.
  • More information about The Christophers is available at www.christophers.org .\n[Editors: A complete list of winners is available on request.
  • If you plan to use social media to share news of the Christopher Awards, please use #ChristopherAwards, The Christophers on Facebook and @ChristophersInc on Twitter.

Students in South Carolina, Washington and Colorado Take Top Honors in 30th Annual Christophers Poster Contest

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Thursday, July 30, 2020
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NEW YORK, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --High school students from South Carolina, Washington and Colorado were named the three top prize winners in the 30th Annual Christophers Poster Contest for High School Students.

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  • NEW YORK, July 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --High school students from South Carolina, Washington and Colorado were named the three top prize winners in the 30th Annual Christophers Poster Contest for High School Students.
  • The caption of her entry reads: "You Can Make a DifferenceFighting the Fight Against Alzheimer's with Love."
  • High School in Denver, CO, submitted a poster based on a photo she took of several giggling children piling on top of one of her friends.
  • Students employed a wide range of media in their submissions, according to The Christophers' Director of Communications, Tony Rossi, and Sarah E. Holinski, the Youth Coordinator of the Christophers.

Turn Off The TV, Get Off The Internet, And Read A Book While Self-Isolating During Pandemic

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020
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Many are also turning to books for a respite and an escape to adventure, history, and inspiration.

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  • Many are also turning to books for a respite and an escape to adventure, history, and inspiration.
  • Some families have created a new highlight of the day by selecting a reading hour, and grandparents listen in at storytelling time on Facetime, Zoom or Skype.
  • The Christophers is rooted in the Judeo-Christian tradition of service to God and humanity, guided by the ancient Chinese proverb"It's better to light one candle than to curse the darkness."
  • Information about The Christophers and its publishing, radio, and awards programs is available at www.christophers.org .