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Journalism Conference to Confront Challenges of a Post-Truth World

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

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.

Victory for Catholic-Based Hospital Systems Across the Country

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

won a significant and precedent-setting victory for its client, and other Catholic-affiliated hospitals across the country, in a case that challenged the use of the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services (“ERDs”) in Catholic-affiliated hospitals.

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  • won a significant and precedent-setting victory for its client, and other Catholic-affiliated hospitals across the country, in a case that challenged the use of the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services (“ERDs”) in Catholic-affiliated hospitals.
  • Catholic institutions requiring adherence to the ERDs now are armed with a federal court decision to fend off similar future claims.
  • Plaintiff sued, claiming that he was discriminated against and blacklisted from employment for asking about the ERDs.
  • The Court expressly called the ERDs a “code of conduct” and reflected on its decision on the motion to dismiss.

New Catholic Podcast "The Catechism in a Year" Hits #1 on Apple All Categories

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Tuesday, January 3, 2023

EXTON, Pa. , Jan. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This January, the #1 podcast in America is The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz), which has held the coveted top position on Apple for 5 days and counting, ahead of major podcasts like NBC's Dateline, Crime Junkie, and NPR.

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  • New Catholic Podcast Hits #1 on Apple, Shows Hunger for God: "The Catechism in a Year (with Fr.
  • Mike Schmitz)TM (BIY) , which itself hit #1 on Apple at its January 2021 launch, hit #1 again in January 2022, and is #3 in all categories as of this writing.
  • BIY was Chartable's #1 global podcast in Religion & Spirituality in 2022, and has been downloaded 430 million times .
  • Podcast producer Ascension's president and CEO Jonathan Strate offers his thoughts on the phenomenon:
    To have a podcast about the Catechism of the Catholic Church reach #1 in the United States in all categories is an astonishing moment for the Catholic Church.

Catholic Psychotherapy Association Announces Hallow as Official Prayer and Meditation App

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Monday, November 21, 2022

CHICAGO, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Catholic Psychotherapy Association (CPA) has partnered with Hallow, a Catholic prayer and meditation app, to provide association members with a personal prayer resource; co-develop content on the intersection of spiritual and mental health; and research the behavioral effects of prayer.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Catholic Psychotherapy Association (CPA) has partnered with Hallow, a Catholic prayer and meditation app, to provide association members with a personal prayer resource; co-develop content on the intersection of spiritual and mental health; and research the behavioral effects of prayer.
  • Launched in 2018, Hallow is the #1 Catholic app in the App Store and features audio-guided prayer, meditation, mental health, music, scripture, athletic, and sleep content.
  • "The inclusion of Hallow Plus as a free member benefit underscores the importance of prayer in our daily lives as Catholic mental health professionals.
  • Founded in 2002, the Catholic Psychotherapy Association is incorporated as a 501c3 in the State of Georgia and recognized as a Catholic organization in the Official Catholic (Kenedy) Directory.

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

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Thursday, November 3, 2022

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.

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  • 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.

NBA's Portia Fultz Archer Among a Select Group Being Honored by the Riverside Hawks

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 61-year-old Riverside Hawks organization, one of the nation's leading athletic-academic programs, will hold its 2022 Gala celebration on December 13th at the Mandarin Oriental, 80 Columbus Circle, NYC, (6:30 pm reception, 7:30 pm dinner & program).

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  • Mr. Hargraves is a Riverside Hawks alumnus who went on to play Division 1 basketball at Iona College and was named Associated Press Academic All-American in 1985.
  • Mr. Hargraves, currently the Hawks Program Director, is being recognized with this honor for his 40-year commitment to the Hawks program.
  • This year's Riverside Hawks 3rd grade AAU National Championsare among those being honored at the 2022 Gala.
  • Since its founding by the Riverside Church in 1961, the Riverside Hawks have been a staple program in the Harlem community.

Focus EduSolutions is partnering with Saint Joseph's College of Maine to now offer its first series of professional Micro-Credentials

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Friday, October 14, 2022

STANDISH, Maine, Oct.14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Focus EduSolutions, in partnership with Saint Joseph's College of Maine, is excited to announce the launch of its first series of professional micro-credentials in Catechism, Early Childhood Education, and Teaching Children with Disabilities. This will provide greater educational opportunities for anyone looking to deepen their faith and knowledge of the Catechetical mission of the Church or looking to further their career in the Catholic education system. These credentials are six to eight-week-long self-paced programs. Saint Joseph's College professional micro-credentials were made by subject matter experts with decades of experience, education, and leadership in the faith.

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  • Focus EduSolutions, in partnership with Saint Joseph's College of Maine, is excited to announce the launch of its first series of professional micro-credentials in Catechism, Early Childhood Education, and Teaching Children with Disabilities.
  • STANDISH, Maine, Oct.14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Focus EduSolutions , in partnership with Saint Joseph's College of Maine , is excited to announce the launch of its first series of professional micro-credentials in Catechism, Early Childhood Education, and Teaching Children with Disabilities.
  • Saint Joseph's College professional micro-credentials were made by subject matter experts with decades of experience, education, and leadership in the faith.
  • These micro-credentials are developed by Focus EduSolutions in partnership with subject matter experts directly from the industry and industry associations.

LIFT Academy, Indiana Wesleyan University Partner on Training Programs

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

Leadership In Flight Training (LIFT) Academy, one of the largest and most innovative flight training schools in the United States, announced today a partnership with Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) to create two new education paths for aspiring commercial airline pilots.

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  • Leadership In Flight Training (LIFT) Academy, one of the largest and most innovative flight training schools in the United States, announced today a partnership with Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) to create two new education paths for aspiring commercial airline pilots.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221006005988/en/
    LIFT Academy and Indiana Wesleyan University announce collegiate partnership for flight training.
  • Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, LIFT revolutionizes commercial aviation training, utilizing state-of-the-art, eco-friendly training technologies and systems to educate future aviators.
  • Indiana Wesleyan University celebrates 100 years as a Christian, global, comprehensive university providing liberal arts and professional education to approximately 10,000 students worldwide.

President & CEO of CCUSA, Sister Donna Markham, to retire

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Monday, October 3, 2022

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After eight years of leading Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA), Sister Donna Markham OP, Ph.D., will retire as its President and CEO in summer 2023.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- After eight years of leading Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA), Sister Donna Markham OP, Ph.D., will retire as its President and CEO in summer 2023.
  • Sister Donna is the first woman to lead the U.S. domestic humanitarian work of the Catholic Church and is the 10th president in CCUSA's 112-year history.
  • Through the organization's increased innovation, collaboration, advancement and advocacy efforts, Sister Donna leaves an indelible mark on the social services work of the Catholic Church."
  • "As our CEO, Sister Donna has generously shared her spirit of wisdom, understanding, judgment, courage and knowledge with the national ministry of Catholic Charities," said Marguerite Harmon, CEO of Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona.

MNC President Joins Île-à-la-Crosse Survivors on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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Friday, September 30, 2022

le--la-Crosse, Saskatchewan, Sept. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the invitation of Elders and Survivors from le--la-Crosse, President Caron will join the communitys remembrance ceremonies on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

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  • le--la-Crosse, Saskatchewan, Sept. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the invitation of Elders and Survivors from le--la-Crosse, President Caron will join the communitys remembrance ceremonies on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
  • President Caron shared that, This years theme for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is Remembering the Children.
  • That fact that so many Mtis Survivors remain forgotten and ignored is an ongoing disgrace that must be addressed.
  • The Mtis National Council stands with the Mtis Nation - Saskatchewan and the le--la-Crosse Residential School Survivors.