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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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.

Key Points: 
  • 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.

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."

New Poll from EWTN News and RealClear Opinion Research Finds Likely Catholic Voters Support 15-Week Abortion Ban, Public Funding for Pregnancy Centers

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EWTN News and RealClear Opinion Research have partnered to conduct a deep-dive poll on Catholic voters' attitudes and trends ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.

Key Points: 
  • Respondents expressed deep concerns over rising inflation and expressed support for both a 15-week abortion ban and public funding for pregnancy centers across the country.
  • Additionally, a majority of Catholic voters believe neither President Trump nor President Biden should pursue a second term in 2024.
  • 67.4% of Catholic voters support public funding for Pregnancy Resource Centers, where pregnant women can seek help with alternatives to abortion.
  • 59.9% of Catholic voters oppose introducing Critical Race Theory (CRT) into classrooms, compared to 29% of Catholic voters who support it.

New Poll from EWTN News and RealClear Opinion Research Finds Likely Catholic Voters Disagree with Transgender Ideology, Support Increased Border Security

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Friday, July 15, 2022
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WASHINGTON, July 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- EWTN News and RealClear Opinion Research have partnered to conduct a deep-dive poll on Catholic voters' attitudes and trends ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.

Key Points: 
  • Though it found a slim majority of likely Catholic voters opposed overturning Roe v. Wade, an overwhelming majority of likely Catholic voters supported at least limiting abortion to the first trimester.
  • A clear majority of likely Catholic voters believe supporting transgender ideology conflicts with the Catholic faith.
  • 74% of likely Catholic voters were more likely to vote for a candidate who supports increasing border security.
  • 63% of likely Catholic voters believe that gender is created by God, while 25% of likely Catholic voters believe individuals can determine their own gender.