THE CATHOLIC JOURNALIST CATHOLIC PRESS ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA | VOLUME 65 | NUMBER 6 | JUNE 2013 2013 Catholic Press Awards

2013 Catholic Press Awards in review

By Tim Walter • BEST COVERAGE OF in coordinating all of the details with • Maria Scaperlanda CPA Executive Director IMMIGRATION judges at their location. Members of the [email protected] • BEST COVERAGE OF THE YEAR awards committee are eager to hear your • Michael Alexander Congratulations to all members that OF FAITH reflections on the program and any [email protected] suggestions you may have for 2014. • Nancy Phelan Wiechec participated in this year’s Catholic Press • BEST COVERAGE OF THE ELEC- [email protected] Awards. TION AND FORMING CONSCIENCE Once again, the contest uncovered mul- Awards Chair Franciscan Father Pat • Penny Wiegert • BEST COVERAGE OF THE tiple examples of excellent work by our McCloskey can be reached at [email protected] 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF VATICAN II’S members and friends in Catholic journal- [email protected] or you • Rafael Roncal OPENING ism and communications. I hope you are may contact any of the following [email protected] inspired by the quality of work before you • BEST COVERAGE OF VOCATIONS committee members to thank them for and that you have the opportunity to talk TO PRIESTHOOD, RELIGIOUS LIFE their work and offer assistance with the As you browse through these pages and with many of the winners and learn a OR DIACONATE 2013 program. review the winning entries, set aside a trade secret or two. • BEST LOCAL TREATMENT OF THE • Bob Lockwood moment or two to contact colleagues that OLYMPICS [email protected] were recognized this year and offer your Behind the scenes the Awards Commit- • Dianne Towalski support of work well done. tee, chaired by Fr. Patrick McCloskey, was We want to thank Dr. Stuart Babington [email protected] As usual, you may contact me with any quite productive. This year the following at Spring Hill College and Julie Rosene at • Mike Krokos comments or concerns at twalter@catholic- categories were new to the program: Marquette University for their assistance [email protected] press.org. Page 2 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Magazine / Newsletter Award Winners

M1a BEST COVER 4 Color — Large (over 6x9.5) First Place Columbia, New Haven, CT, “Apr-12” by Columbia Staff A simple clean design that utilizes a powerful image to quickly convey the message. The subtle use of the cover blurb, the black background work to draw the reader in. An important topic presented in a compelling way. Second Place Legatus Magazine, Ave Maria, FL, “The Crisis of Fatherhood” by Patrick Novecosky, Shawna Kunz The picture is what works here in combination with the cover blurb. The head pointing down draws the reader’s eye to the blurb. The strong horizontal of the blurb repeats the arms crossing the child’s legs. Sadness and despair cries out in the body language. Third Place U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “September 2012 U.S. Catholic” by Tom Wright A unique approach to a conventional cover image. The shadow images playing across the young man’s face and in the background draw the reader in. The blurb is short and powerful, working to reinforce what is going in within the image. M1b Award M1a — First Place Award M1c — Third Place BEST COVER 4 Color — Small tells us that there is much more to the story, and the M3a (up to 6x9.5) blurb compels us to find out more. The boy’s eyes pull the reader back up to the name place creating a strong BEST ESSAY — National general First Place visual line. Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “In Turkanaland” by Sean interest magazines Sprague, Kimberly Garrett Third Place First Place Catholic Missions In Canada, Toronto, Ontario, ON, A powerful image combined with a clean, simple design America Magazine, New York, NY, “Help Their Unbelief” “Winter Road: A Christmas in the North” by Patria makes this cover a resounding success. Special note by Matt Emerson regarding the kerning on Turkanaland. A difficult task Rivera (Editor), Bishop Gary Gordon (Photographer), Well-written, well-crafted, and well-argued persuasive but well executed. Kyle Schruder (Designer) reflection on an important topics. This symmetrical layout draws the reader into the Second Place landscape. We feel the chill of the “winter road” and Second Place Mission Magazine, New York, NY, “MISSION ‘In You, want to know what the story is all about. A clean simple Lord, I have found my peace...’” by Staff America Magazine, New York, NY, “Waiting for Gabriel” layout, completing image and a story that pull the by Timothy P. O’Malley The small boy, the winning smile, and the cover blurb reader into the magazine makes this a success. combine to pull the reader into the story. The image Heartfelt and tender, and an unflinchingly personal M1c reflection. BEST COVER — 1-2 or 3 Color Third Place Liguorian Magazine, Ligouri, MO, “What Words Can’t Any Size Convey” by Johan van Parys, PhD First Place Well-researched, scholarly, accessible guidance to the Faith Magazine-Diocese of Saginaw, Saginaw, MI, “Like A wisdom of things without words. Butterfly” by Sarah Moore Kuschell, Abby Feldpausch Group shots for covers are always difficult but this one Honorable Mention works. There is movement, joy and the reader’s eye is U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “A Mass” by Brian Doyle encouraged to go from face to face to face. The design is Humane and human storytelling; well-observed with a clean, avoids overcrowding with blurbs that can keen eye for telling detail. distract the reader from the image. Second Place None Selected THE CATHOLIC M2 JOURNALIST BEST SHORT STORY Executive Director: Timothy M. Walter First Place [email protected] St. Anthony Messenger Magazine, Cincinnati, OH, “Alondra’s Bouquet” by Mary Kay Lane Editor: Bob Zyskowski [email protected] Well-composed. good, clean, simple description and detail. active pacing. realistic characters. well-blended Subscriptions backstory and moral. the total package. US: $12 • Canada: US $15 Second Place Foreign: US $20 • Foreign Air: US $30 Liguorian Magazine, Ligouri, MO, “Trees Must Bend” by The Catholic Journalist (USPS# 014-088, ISSN# 0008-8129) is Catherine Waller published monthly, except the month of August, by the Catholic Interesting flashback to a lynchpin moment in South Press Association of the United States and Canada, 205 West American history. Told from a unique angle. Monroe Street, Suite 470, Chicago, IL 60606. Nonprofit Periodical postage paid at Chicago, IL 60606 and additional mailing offices.

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U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Sorrowful Mysteries” by Michele Weldon Smooth and smart writing, but even better - insightful and inspirational thinking.

M3b BEST ESSAY — Diocesan magazines First Place Faith Magazine-Diocese of Erie, Erie, PA, “Deacon Glenn gets a second chance” by Deacon Glenn Kuzma, Anne- Marie Welsh A morality tale in the best tradition of the form: told in an engaging, lively voice; a likable narrator; a compelling and recognizable human dilemma, and vivid examples. Well done. Second Place Faith Magazine-Diocese of Erie, Erie, PA, “It was an extremely big deal” by Anne-Marie Welsh, Stephen Tobolowsky A deeply reflexive and personal account that leads the reader on a journey to an inspiring conclusion. Third Place Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “‘You have six months to live’” by Jason Negri A persuasive wrestling with an emotional and nuanced issue. Award M6a — Honorable Mention First Place Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “If you could Second Place Apart from this intriguing suggestion, this essay is give only one more homily, what would you say to God’s personal, smart, and well-crafted, delivering clear people?” by Douglas Culp, Robert Schramm Plentiful Redemption, Annapolis, MD, “Habits of the heart” by Rev. Richard Bennett, C.Ss.R., Redemptorist examples of caring parenting in action. The sweet and (literally) heartfelt theme of this essay is Office for Mission Advancement deceptively simple; this is a well-written and thoroughly Honorable Mention polished essay. Anchored with a charming anecdote, this essay National Catholic Bioethics Center, Philadelphia, PA, persuasively argues for a life honoring commitments of “Developing a Policy on Fetal Remains” by Geralyn Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “Walking and faith. Abbott talking our Catholic faith” by Krysten Perkins Third Place The essayist takes the reader on a journey of pragmatic Everyday examples illuminate this commonsense piece VISION Catholic Religious Vocation Discernment Guide, problem-solving of an emotional issue. The writing is of persuasion. Chicago, IL, “Living the vows” by Sister Renée warm while also being clear and logical, and is Daigle, M.S.C. emotionally compelling without becoming maudlin. M3c Vow by vow, this essay offers very human and revealing Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Health Progress BEST ESSAY — Mission magazines – considerations of living a life of faith, and the rewards “Strategies in Education: Breaking Down Silos, that follow. overseas and home Building Up Teams” by Kathleen A. Kalb, PhD, RN, Honorable Mention Susan O’Connor-Von, PhD, RN, Pamela Schaeffer, First Place Congregation of Holy Cross, United States Province, Notre Lilah Lohr Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Taking Care of God’s Dame, IN, “The Blessings of Celibacy” by Rev. Thomas Direct, clear writing; well-argued points; logical creation” by Lawrence Radice, M.M. Looney, C.S.C., Rev. James Gallagher, C.S.C.; Director, thinking. Excellent lead, clearly argued, deeply felt, and told with Office of Vocations, Rev. Andrew Gawrych, C.S.C.; a personal passion. Associate Director, Office of Vocations, Lucha Ramey M3g This essay connects with the reader and reveals the Second Place humanity and sacrifice (without becoming self-pitying) BEST ESSAY — Prayer & spirituality One Magazine, New York, NY, “Middle East Christians behind a lifetime of religious service. and the Arab Awakening” by Elias Mallon magazines A compelling rendition of a complex situation that First Place offers insight and relevant examples. M3e Spiritual Life, Washington, DC, “The Hound of Heaven” BEST ESSAY — Professional & for Today” by Robert Waldron Third Place One Magazine, New York, NY, “Jewish and Non-Jewish special-interest magazines – Insightful writing, knowledgeable scholarship, Identities in Israel” by Ron Kronish illuminating examples, and thorough familiarity with including clergy &religious the subject. Rich with details and observations that can only come First Place from personal experience and deep commitment. Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Health Progress Second Place “For-profit and Catholic: How Would the Ministry Magnificat, Yonkers, NY, “Who Is the Seeker?” by Honorable Mention Anthony Esolen Catholic Missions In Canada, Toronto, Ontario, ON, “A Fare?” by Sr. Doris Gottemoeller, RSM, PhD, Pamela mission statement for a Mission Church” by Father Schaeffer, Lilah Lohr Compellingly argued in a lovely, fluid writing style. Michael Stogre, S.J. Competently written, persuasively and clearly argued, Takes up an intriguing question and wrestles with it engagingly. An informed and caring account. and well laid-out logic. What an essay should be: an exercise in thinking through an issue with thoughtful Third Place reflection. M3d Spiritual Life, Washington, DC, “Can Even the Love of Second Place God Come to an End?” by Bruno Moriconi BEST ESSAY — Horizon, Journal of the National Religious Vocation Beautifully written, clear thinking, well-crafted, and Religious order magazines Conference, Chicago, IL, “Confessions of a seminarian’s smartly chosen examples. mother” by Lisa Anderson First Place An unusual perspective on the issue of a calling to the Honorable Mention VISION Catholic Religious Vocation Discernment Guide, priesthood, warmly recorded and intelligently argued. Magnificat, Yonkers, NY, “All Saints” by Heather King Chicago, IL, “Called, and called again” by Sister Sister Fascinating examples and well written arguments. Camille D’Arienzo, R.S.M. Third Place A reflexive and thoughtful retelling of a series of life At Home with Our Faith, Chicago, IL, “Wanted: A New Magnificat, Yonkers, NY, “The Preference Test” by Father choices, and a persuasive account of the values realized Sacrament” by Annemarie Scobey Richard Veras from a lifetime of faith. A sacrament for adoption! What a compelling idea! An intriguing “test” and argument with lively examples. Page 4 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Magazine / Newsletter Award Winners

M4 BEST EDITORIAL First Place Magnificat, Yonkers, NY, “Editorial” by Father Peter John Cameron, O.P. On what it means to be a priest in a broken world. Thoughtful, educated, beautiful, simple & eloquent. Maybe the best writer in the competition. Everyone should read this piece. Second Place U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “My Friend the Abuser” by Bryan Cones A bold, brave new angle on THE issue of our day. A messy and complicated - but fresh and personal vantage. Third Place Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Health Progress “Your Conscience and Your Vote” by Sr. Patricia Talone, Pamela Schaeffer, Lilah Lohr A thorough and well-conceived reflection on Conscience and Prudence; long forgotten virtues, again alive - and never more essential. Honorable Mention Linacre Quarterly, Bala Cynwyd, PA, “The Vocation of a Doctor” by Donald Landry, M.D., Ph.D. Smoothly woven string of eloquent narratives; Award M6b — First Place reflections on a life’s work in service. Liguorian Magazine, Ligouri, MO, “Modeling Mary: Our Third Place Second Place Pilgrimage of Faith” by Thomas A. Thompson, SM America Magazine, New York, NY, “Best Regular Column” None Selected by John F. Kavanaugh Beautiful retelling and re-imagining of Mary’s life as pilgrimage. Well-researched. Great quotes, scripture, Whether it is the “hooking up” culture, bringing folks history and sources. Elegant and simple. back to Church or political idealogy, there well-written M6b and well-grounded thoughts of the author are a BEST SINGLE PHOTO — Color pleasure to share. M5a First Place Honorable Mention Columbia, New Haven, CT, “Alexander House” by Rich BEST REGULAR COLUMN — U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “The Examined Life: My friend Green Spiritual life the abuser; Guilt by disassociation; The devil in the details” by Bryan Cones Not only is a wonderful moment but there are so many First Place layers of information in the photograph. The story is all Liguorian Magazine, Ligouri, MO, “Just Live It” by Kate Columbia, New Haven, CT, “Building a Better World” by there. Carl Anderson Basi Second Place Clear, concise, a fun read that hits the target. What Parable Magazine, Manchester, NH, “Parish Profile” by more do we need? M5c Matthew Lomanno Second Place BEST REGULAR COLUMN — Clearly the most story telling photograph in the article. U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Testaments: Bless us, O Lord; Family life The picture shows you exactly the point of the story. Medicine man; A joy to be around” by Alice Camille Also the photographer found a different point of view to make this photograph that much more interesting. The author brags us with images of blessing roller First Place skates and people who have no right to be happy. It is a Columbia, New Haven, CT, “Fathers for Good” by Third Place Brandon Vogt, Greg Willits, Thomas Vander Woude trip through religious exploration well worth taking. One Magazine, New York, NY, “A Bridge to Modern Life Third Place Second Place (Nun and Bedouin Child)” by Tanya Habjouqa Parable Magazine, Manchester, NH, “Profile in Holiness” Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “He says: I The connection between the child and the nun really by Cynthia Nicolosi, Ph.D. want my wife to come to Mass with me. She says: I am jumped out at me in this photograph. It had that feel of not Catholic” by JoAnne Fogle, Tom Fogle a special bond between the two. Quality profiles of the saintly life. Third Place Honorable Mention Honorable Mention Catholic Connection, Shreveport, LA, “Domestic Church” Columbia, New Haven, CT, “Learning the Faith, Living Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Guided by a Saint in Kenya” by Katie Sciba the Faith” by William Lori by Sean Sprague, Kimberly Garrett Good commentaries and instruction on faith today. Honorable Mention Just a nice candid moment. This elevated this picture North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “Sometimes when above several similar pictures that were obviously seeking assurance God gives it to us simply”; “The posed. M5b greatest gift - hope; May our kids and grandkids Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “New outlook, receive it”; “Preserving our kids’ innocence; It won’t last BEST REGULAR COLUMN — new life Bob Villa lets go and lets God” by Tom forever, but it’s worthy of our protection” by Kathy Gennara General commentary Cribari Hamer This image made me want to know more about the First Place Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “My mother is subject. It drew me into the story. Although maybe Lay Witness, Steubenville, OH, “A New Evangelization” by interfering with my baby-sitting rules” by Cathleen “just” a portrait it was really compelling. The Emily Stimpson McGreal background served as a good scene setter to the story. The topics, ideas and opinions of Emily Stimpson are first-rate reading. Bringing sex week, contraception and M6a the changing life at Kartause Maria Thron are inviting M7 and well presented. BEST SINGLE PHOTO — Best single BEST PHOTO STORY ORIGINATING photo – black & white Second Place WITH A MAGAZINE OR U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Margin Notes: Smoke and First Place NEWSLETTER mirrors; Under the influence; Out of the ashes” by Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Misión en Acción” by Kevin Clarke Francisco Suárez, Valentín Concha-Núñez First Place Margin Notes brings faith and life into plain view and Wonderful expressive portrait. Well photographed, North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “40 Days for Life leads us on a journey of discovery through its columns. excellent composition, lighting and use of depth. Well Fort Worth” by Juan Guajardo, Jeff Hensley Great variety of topics and expression. done. All the elements of a good story are there from scene June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 5 Magazine / Newsletter Award Winners

setter, to detail to emotion. Story suffers a little in quality of the image but still the winner. Second Place Franciscan Media, Cincinnati, OH, “Christmas at the Monastery” by Jeanne Kortekamp, James Behrens, OCSO Could very easily been just a bunch of photographs but was put together in a story telling manner. As with the first place all the elements of a good story were included and it was well edited. Third Place One Magazine, New York, NY, “The Colors of Easter” by Marvin Anderson Perfect simple story on how these eggs were done with stunning photographs and use of color. Well organized, well photographed and easy to follow. Honorable Mention VISION Catholic Religious Vocation Discernment Guide, Chicago, IL, “Taking on new habits” by Chris Bronson I hope the photographer follows these men as they make their journey. Nice story on their beginning and a good glimpse in to the life they are exploring. M8a BEST MULTIPLE PICTURE PACKAGE — News First Place North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “Bishop Vann Installed” by Joan Kurkowski-Gillen, Donna Ryckaert, Kathy Cribari Hamer, Joan Kurkowski-Gillen Nice selection of photos. Don’t be afraid to be more selective so that some photos could be even larger. Second Place None Selected M8b BEST MULTIPLE PICTURE PACKAGE — Feature Award M7 — First Place First Place Third Place I thought this was a well presented, well written U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Though the mountains may Parable Magazine, Manchester, NH, “Witness to History” package. Good outdoors writing and story telling. fall” by Paul Corbit Brown by Cameron Bennett Very appealing package. Introductory photo is The visual layers/depth of the illustration creates a M11 awesome. timeline/passage of time effect and the depth draws the viewer into the illustration. BEST INTERVIEW Second Place One Magazine, New York, NY, “A Romanian Renaissance” First Place by Andreea Câmpeanu M10 U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Save the Date” by Kerry Interesting package. Nice photos and use. BEST SPECIAL ISSUE — SECTION Cronin, U.S. Catholic Editors Third Place OR SUPPLEMENT Just a spectacular piece. Totally undercovered and One Magazine, New York, NY, “Salvaging Dignity” by timely issue; presented with a fresh angle. An insightful Sarah Topol, Dana Smillie First Place eloquent subject - rich with expertise, understanding, U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Are we there yet? The sex Great intro photo and use of other photos inside. vision, foresight and even answers. Well-seasoned with abuse crisis at 10” by Bob Smietana, Scott Alessi, faith. A series of thoughtful questions fleshes everything Honorable Mention Nicholas Cafardi, U.S. Catholic Editors out. Well edited, to boot. CUA Magazine, Washington, D.C., “Safe Haven” by Ed An impressive package that tackled this difficult and Pfueller, Donna Hobson, Lisa Carroll important topic head on. Survey data, review board Second Place Good photos. Nice layout. explainer and a thoughtful essay were well presented. The Couple to Couple League, Cincinnati, OH, “Committed to the Game Plan” by Ann Gundlach, Second Place Christina Ries M9 St. Anthony Messenger Magazine, Cincinnati, OH, BEST ILLUSTRATION — EITHER “Poverty in the United States” by St. Anthony Marvelous. Two eloquent subjects; joy-filled lives, Messenger illuminated perfectly and clearly. Most impressively WITH ART WORK OR done without sinking to saccharine or settling into feel- I thought this package addressed the many issues and good fluff and hero worship. A national figure and PHOTOGRAPHY causes of poverty in a constructive and easy to recognizable celebrity - beautifully presented as a First Place understand presentation. simple human. Fresh legs for an age-old issue, enough The Couple to Couple League, Cincinnati, OH, “Are we Third Place questions to flesh the story out fully yet, no overlap, dangling ends or unnecessary distractions. Thoughtful done? Discerning family size” by Scott Bruno, Steve Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Health Progress and informative. Well sorted and edited. Paszt November-December 2012 “Medicaid: The Way The simplicity yet complexity of the illustration well- Forward” by Pamela Schaeffer, Lilah Lohr, Les Stock, Third Place represents the story theme, and the color tones provide a Donna Troy U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “A Jewish take on Jesus” by nice warmth. Interesting combination of stories on the important Amy-Jill Levine, U.S. Catholic Editors Second Place challenges facing Medicaid. Not too wonky, but intelligently written and edited. Fascinating subject. Incredible interviewee; Franciscan Media, Cincinnati, OH, “St. Clare” by Shelly knowledgeable, thoughtful, eloquent - on top of the past Hehenberger Honorable Mention and far far ahead of her time. Best researched questions This colorful, pretty illustration is inviting, comforting Bayou Catholic, Schriever, LA, “Bayou Outdoor Guide Fall in the competition. Great vantage point, fresh issues and almost meditative in feel. 2012” by Lawrence Chatagnier and sound composition. Page 6 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Magazine / Newsletter Award Winners

Honorable Mention to Catholic voters. Dimensions, Hempstead, NY, “Dimensions Interview: Third Place Testing and Segmentation: Are They For Everyone?” by Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “A guide to Laura Durington faithful citizenship your vote matters” by Michigan A very forward thinking interviewee, sharing abundant Catholic Conference expertise. Clearly organized and edited. Good questions; Covers a wide variety of issues important to Catholic great subject. voters. VISION Catholic Religious Vocation Discernment Guide, Chicago, IL, “Accept the gift of forgiveness” by Father M16 Britto M. Berchmans, Caroline Hopkinson BEST COVERAGE OF THE Timeless sacrament, born fresh thru a good interview. Nice blend of scripture and history - with practical 50th ANNIVERSARY OF modern daily application. VATICAN II’S OPENING First Place M12 America Magazine, New York, NY, “Anniversary of BEST PERSONALITY PROFILE Vatican II” by Ladislas Orsy, Martin Marty, Dolores R. Leckey, Gerald O’Collins, Catherine E. Clifford, Greg First Place Kandra One Magazine, New York, NY, “Salvaging Dignity” by A deep dive into the impact of Vatican II from a variety Sarah Topol, Dana Smillie of important perspectives. The viewpoint of the Captures so well the plight of a group of people through Protestant historian was an especially interesting way the life of one family striving to be a family in an to approach the topic. environment that treats them as garbage. Second Place Second Place Liguorian Magazine, Ligouri, MO, “Liguorian October Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “‘Until they go 2012 Vatican II at 50” by Massimo Faggioli, Terry home to be with God’ Sister Mary and the Servants of McCloskey, CSsR, Matthew Allman, CSsR Award M24b — First Place Gpd’s Love make life special for older adults” by Nancy A memorable history of the Vatican told in stories, Shertzing photos and a timeline. Well done. Author expertly and carefully blends the cared with the Honorable Mention Legatus Magazine, Ave Maria, FL, “Freedom Fighter, care givers in a natural setting that makes us want to Third Place What Matters Most, Defending Liberty” by Patrick listen in. U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Vatican 2.0: A look to the next Novecosky, Judy Roberts, Sabrina Arena Ferrisi 50 years; Good council; Vatican 2.0 (second of three- Third Place Perhaps the perfect voice to discuss religious liberty part series)” by U.S. Catholic Staff Faith Magazine-Diocese of Saginaw, Saginaw, MI, “A Love today. Clear writing simplifies and elucidates, A comprehensive view that not only looks back at for Life” by Erin Carlson simultaneously. Vatican II, but also looks to the future. A look at the joy of life through birth and opposition to abortion through the lives of a couple. Excellent M14 beginning that forces reader to read on. M17 BEST COVERAGE OF THE BEST COVERAGE OF VOCATIONS Honorable Mention Columbia, New Haven, CT, “The World is Not Our Home” YEAR OF FAITH TO PRIESTHOOD-RELIGIOUS LIFE by Erika Ahern First Place OR DIACONATE The author reminds us that today’s couples face ageless Columbia, New Haven, CT, “Year of Faith Coverage” by Peter Vaghi, Geno Sylva, William Lori First Place problems as seen through the life of one dedicated The Augustinian, Villanova, PA, “Augustinian Vocations: family. Well presented, put the Year of Faith in appropriate Answering the “Call” in the 21st Century; historical perspective, with clear writing and editing. Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “Dr. Dan Conversations: Vocation Stories” by Teddie Gallagher, Heffernan brings medical care to those who cannot Second Place Kitty Sheridan, Bryan Smith, Kevin Salemme, Emily afford it” by Nancy Schertzing Faith Magazine-Diocese of Erie, Erie, PA, “Where will you Morgan, Jenna Navitsky, 20nine Such an excellent look at the relationship among a find God in this Year of Faith?” by Anne-Marie Welsh, An attractive layout that is colorful and well-designed, doctor, those he serves and God, all working together to The Most Rev. Lawrence Persico, Jay Dardes, Art plus info graphics, help advance the story. These improve life. Becker, Lynne Hsu compelling personal accounts, buttressed by cogent I thought this was a handsome package with numerous interviews with key sources, bring the profiled subjects M13 elements and effective photography. Well presented. alive. BEST COVERAGE OF Third Place Second Place Franciscan Media, Cincinnati, OH, “I Believe” by I Believe The Couple to Couple League, Cincinnati, OH, “Religious Vocations: How the NFP lifestyle opens the door” by RELIGIOUS LIBERTY ISSUES This felt like an ambitious, well prepared package of Kathleen M. Basi First Place articles and essays. Artful design complements the narrative and pulls the America Magazine, New York, NY, “Religious Liberty” by Honorable Mention Blase Cupich, Mary Ann Glendon, David Hollenbach, reader through the story. The use of snapshots can kill a Magnificat, Yonkers, NY, “Editorial” by Father Peter John Thomas A. Shannon story, but here, they are employed in ways that enhance Cameron, O.P. the narrative as tales of family life. The story is well A wide-reaching, but thorough reflection on religious I really enjoyed these thoughtful, well written essays. written and compellingly told, with meaningful use of liberty today. Timely and informed, with pressing quotes. issues at the forefront. Staggering in its breadth and grasp. M15 Third Place BEST COVERAGE OF THE America Magazine, New York, NY, “The Long Black Line” Second Place by Patrick Gilger Columbia, New Haven, CT, “Religious Liberty April 2012” ELECTION AND FORMING Marvelously written, engaging story telling. A moving by Mary Deturris Poust, Michael Moreland, Greg account of personal inspiration that is made universal Burke CONSCIENCE by smart writing. The image of the ordination mass Thorough, in-depth reporting. prominent figures, core First Place contributes to the story’s theme. and periphery issues. Cleanly assembled and well- America Magazine, New York, NY, “Coverage of Election” written. by The Editors, Richard E. Pates Honorable Mention Poses insightful questions that illuminates the vice Living City Magazine, Hyde Park, NY, “Man of the cloth... Third Place presidents’ Catholic faith. and tap shoes” by Sarah Mundell The Couple to Couple League, Cincinnati, OH, “Fighting Great imagery and a fascinating and unusual story the HHS Mandate” by Mike Manhart, Ph.D., Bob Second Place carry the narrative here. Laird, Gerri Laird Parable Magazine, Manchester, NH, “Catholic Social Broad issues made clear and even personal, thru well- Teaching” by Bishop Peter A. Libasci, Caroline Blonski, Faith Catholic — Publishing, Lansing, MI, “Ordination informed insight. A half-step too loquacious and a hair Gary Bouchard, Kevin Donovan, Dana Laviano, James 2012 Father James Victor Mangan” by Tom Gennara, too litigious. Nonetheless, well-thought out and Lockwood Patrick Dally thorough. Calls to action are a great touch. An extremely comprehensive guide to the issues relevant Well-used quotes, competent writing, and a design that June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 7 Magazine / Newsletter Award Winners

truly helps tell these stories, bringing readers through the narrative and amplifying the voices. M18 BEST REVIEW First Place Horizon, Journal of the National Religious Vocation Conference, Chicago, IL, “Good news for the church: most priests are happy” by Jim Kent Interesting topic. Nice summation. Driven by a well- flavored personal slant. Tucked into a well-painted big picture for society, the church and world. Good news, to boot. Second Place Vermont Catholic, South Burlington, VT, “Book Review” by Kay Winchester Good selection. Clean, clear writing. Efficient summations. Good quotes. Poignancy and an eye on the big picture. High-quality work. Award M24a — First Place Third Place America Magazine, New York, NY, “Abe, Honestly” by for a solid piece. The tone is appropriate and the overall not have been aware. This is well-written, quality John Anderson message is nicely pulled and centered visually showing journalism. the article’s main message. Very well written. Very well informed. Very well Second Place researched. Very thoughtful. Very polished. Third Place U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Take it to the board” by Bob Honorable Mention One Magazine, New York, NY, “Salvaging Dignity” by Smietana Sarah Topol, Dana Smillie American Catholic Studies, Villanova, PA, “Review of Very good coverage of an topic long in the media using Avery Cardinal Dulles, SJ: A Model Theologian, 1918- Overall, an incredibly interesting piece. The story drives a wide array of sources. The article helps the reader see 2008 by Patrick W. Carey” by Stephen M. Fields, S.J. itself but the author’s style emphasizes this compelling what is being done to keep children safe and what can High-gloss, intricate, intellectual wordsmithing. story. be done better. Interesting subject; clean clear summation. Honorable Mention Third Place American Catholic Studies, Villanova, PA, “Perspectives One Magazine, New York, NY, “India’s Christian Columbia, New Haven, CT, “Treating Disorders, on Religious Life Today(Apostolic Religious Life in Untouchables” by Peter Lemieux Transforming Lives” by Jeannette Cooperman America Today: A Response to the Crisis by Richard The author does an excellent job describing The visual details provided in the article text help the Gribble, CSC/Prophets in Their Own Country: Women contemporary India while also informing the read of the reader see the old space and envision the new facility Religious Bearing Witness to the Gospel in a Troubled rich historical context. that will serve autistic children and their families. Church by Sandra M. Schneiders, IHM” by Karen Well-organized and good use of different sources. Kennelly, C.S.J., Robert C. Berger, F.S.C., Dolores North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “Keeping the Liptak, R.S.M., Robert E. Carbonneau, C.P. DREAM alive” by Juan Guajardo, Tony Gutierrez Interesting concept; lining up four reviewers for two Author weaves personal accounts of affected persons M21b subjects. Profound personal perspectives provide with the facts and details of the larger political context in a seamless fashion that gives the topic meaning. BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — balance & depth. Diocesan magazines M19 M20b First Place BEST REVIEW SECTION BEST ANALYSIS WRITING Faith Magazine-Diocese of Erie, Erie, PA, “The wonder of this place” by Anne-Marie Welsh First Place First Place This descriptive visual and spiritual tour of St. Peter’s America Magazine, New York, NY, “Fall Books” by Peter Franciscan Media, Cincinnati, OH, “Poverty in the United States” by St. Anthony Messenger Basilica truly shows the connection between art and Steinfels, Thomas P. Rausch, Dennis M. Leder, Joseph faith and the powerful impact art can have. Beautifully J. Feeney, Charles R. Morris This piece was insightful and well written with a written. Thoughtful, intelligent, well edited and a nice unique perspective. Author was able to weave back and combination of reviews. forth between the abstract topic and the concrete reality Second Place of poverty. North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “A Special Mass for Second Place Special Families” by John Henry, Michael McGee, Tony Claretian Publications, Chicago, IL, “How terribly strange Second Place Gutierrez to be 70; August 2012 reviews” by Patrick McCormick, Soul - World Apostolate of Fatima, Washington, NJ, This is a wonderful story of one church community’s Danny Duncan-Collum, Nicholas Cafardi “Sacred Art Recapturing a Treasure” by Most Reverend Arthur J. Serratelli, S.T.D, S.S.L., D.D., Vincent response to the special needs of its membership. The Nice package. I enjoyed the recommendations of similar Covello, Megan Pritchard details convey the passion of the church leadership, works. volunteers and participating families to reach its Author was able to detail a complex and long history special young population. Third Place without making the piece dry and dull. Very detailed American Catholic Studies, Villanova, PA, “Book Reviews information sewed together in a way that opens readers Third Place Vol. 123, No. 1 (Spring 2012)” by Multiple Reviewers to new perspective on Catholic churches. North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “New Media and Honorable Mention Third Place the New Evangelization” / “Spreading the Gospel to all corners of the worldwide web” by Juan Guajardo, Franciscan Media, Cincinnati, OH, “Book Corner” by Legatus Magazine, Ave Maria, FL, “Death in Jacqueline Burkepile, Tony Gutierrez Carol Ann Morrow, Rachel Zawila Massachusetts” by Sabrina Arena Ferrisi Nice use of a personal story to hook readers while The different bloggers featured shows the variety of M20a following it up with clear, detailed prose that lays out viewpoints and reasons for utilizing new media. Great use of quotes. BEST IN-DEPTH WRITING the political scene in a no nonsense way. First Place M21a M21c America Magazine, New York, NY, “Why Not Women?” by Emil Wcela BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — Mission Author does an excellent job both rhetorically such as General interest magazines magazines – overseas and home with the title, but also in building her story with historical facts and perspectives. First Place First Place U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “Pride and Prejudice” by One Magazine, New York, NY, “Praying Behind Barbed Second Place Kristen Hannum Wire” by Joost van Egmond America Magazine, New York, NY, “In Harm’s Way” by This article is well-researched, including sources Engaging from the moment you read the title. Excellent Mary Meehan representing a variety of viewpoints on the topic, background information coupled with personal The juxtaposition in the opening sentences sets the tone perhaps even viewpoints of which some readers might narratives made this piece stand out. 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Second Place This article poses crucial and critical questions about Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Expanding the Maasai one of the church’s biggest challenges in the 21st Horizon” by Sean Sprague century. Excellent voice throughout piece. Author is able to stir pity in the reader while remaining somewhat objective M21g in the story telling. BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — Third Place Prayer & spirituality magazines One Magazine, New York, NY, “Making the Grade” by Peter Lemieux First Place Author skillfully highlights the immense obstacles these Spiritual Life, Washington, DC, “Spiritual Life and the children go through while still fighting for their own Catholic College Student” by Francis Hannafey education. Solid use of individual stories to build a This is a thoughtful article that respectfully and collective. emphatically wrestles with students’ experiences of faith, while seeking tangible answers to how religious Honorable Mention educators can better serve students on college campuses. Columban Mission, St. Columbans, NE, “Street Children Locked Up” by Fr. John Keenan Second Place This piece exposed some very troubling social issues and Soul - World Apostolate of Fatima, Washington, NJ, “How had decent success portraying those realities to its we snatched the saint from the Communists” by Msgr. readers. It stood out in this regard. Roman Nuwer, Vincent Covello, Megan Pritchard This article uses effective storytelling techniques like direct quotes and metaphors to relay a powerful and M21d intriguing point of view. BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — Religious order magazines M21h First Place BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — Plentiful Redemption, Annapolis, MD, “To let them know Award M24i — First Place General interest newsletters they’re not forgotten” by Stephanie K. Tracy, Redemptorist Office for Mission Advancement First Place Catholic Update, Cincinnati, OH, “Catholic Update: The This author made excellent use of multiple narrative Universal Call to Holiness” by Kathy Coffey structures to tell the church’s story. The use of sensory This article has great relevance to all people today details helps bring the world to life for the reader while because it explores how we can move closer towards God also incorporating facts and details. without expecting ourselves to be perfect. The author Second Place makes empowering points with eloquence and The Augustinian, Villanova, PA, “Models For Justice And conviction. Peace” by Teddie Gallagher, Kitty Sheridan, Jenna Navitsky, 20nine Second Place Catholic Update, Cincinnati, OH, “Catholic Update: Two Author was able to use the interview format without New American Saints” by Carol Ann Morrow falling into repetitious diction. Piece used space and layout well to help guide the reader through some This article offers a thorough look at two saints who detailed content with well written and clear prose. can continue to serve as role models today. The writing is clear, concise, and easy to follow. Third Place Heart to Heart, Latrobe, PA, “Heart to Heart. Monks in the Military” by Elizabeth Cousins M21i Author does an excellent job at bringing to light a topic BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — that deserves more attention while also listing a history Special interest newsletters of this particular type of ministry. First Place Dimensions, Hempstead, NY, “The Rise of the Female M21e Philanthropist” by Susan Raymond BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — This article begins with a strong claim and carries a Professional & Special-interest – clear, well-supported argument throughout the text. The initial graph is helpful in communicating the including clergy & religious implications of rising female wealth. The topic in itself Award M24h — First Place First Place is relevant and current. CUA Magazine, Washington, D.C., “Walking with M21f Second Place Nathaniel” by Ellen Woods, Donna Hobson, Ed Pfueller Dimensions, Hempstead, NY, “The Great Thinkers’ Guide Excellent piece all around. Well written, the language is BEST FEATURE ARTICLE — to Donor Relationships” by Willis Turner clear and poetic. The motif of the journey throughout Scholarly magazines This author creatively engages readers at the beginning made this piece stand out. by drawing a satirical connection between courting a First Place girlfriend and courting a donor. The voice is engaging Second Place American Catholic Studies, Villanova, PA, “Counting and the argument is clear. The Couple to Couple League, Cincinnati, OH, “Survival Catholics in the United States” by J. Patrick Hornbeck, mode: Coping with life-threatening illness” by Maria II Third Place Wiering Thus article is a courageous attempt to address the Dimensions, Hempstead, NY, “Engaged Volunteer Leaders From the opening pull quote, author engages the reader, numbers about church member loss without trying o fit Will Bring Home Fundraising Gold” by Leslie Biggins getting their attention and maintaining it. Well written them into a given interpretative agenda. Mollsen and informative. This article employs a personal anecdote early on and Second Place proceeds to make compelling and well-supported points. Third Place Horizons, Villanova, PA, “Interpersonal and Social CUA Magazine, Washington, D.C., “Sacred Space” by Reconciliation: Finding Congruence in African Patricia Coll Freeman, Lara Fredrickson, Ed Pfueller Theological Anthropology” by Horizons, Anna Floerke M22 Unique content first makes this piece stand out, but the Scheid author does an excellent job bringing details to life. BEST ONLINE/MULTI-MEDIA This article explores an interesting dichotomy in PRESENTATION OF VISUALS Honorable Mention Western church culture by juxtaposing it with its Today’s Catholic Teacher, Dayton, OH, “G.R.E.E.N. Your absence in more communitarian cultures. First Place Classroom the Catholic Way” by Jill Buck Third Place America Magazine, New York, NY, “Voices of San The author’s tone and style in this green piece made it American Catholic Studies, Villanova, PA, “An Honest Quentin” by Kerry Weber seem more accessible to a larger audience. Well written Response to Serious Losses”: Recent Initiatives in This multimedia package provides an important and and engaging. American Catholic Education” by Timothy Walch honest voice from prison ministry. June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 9 Magazine / Newsletter Award Winners

Second Place One Magazine, New York, NY, “Interview with Journalist Joost van Egmond” by Erin Edwards Provides an exclusive look at the lives of Catholic nuns in Kosovo, which most people don’t get to experience. A unique look at Catholicism in the world. Third Place One Magazine, New York, NY, “Images from Slovakia” by Erin Edwards The combination of music and moving images makes the viewer feel transported to Slovakia. M23 BEST MAGAZINE OR NEWSLETTER WEB SITE First Place America Magazine, New York, NY, “Magazine Web Site” by Tim Reidy The America Magazine is a thought leader in Catholic Award M24g — First Place dialogue, with a rich mixture of voices, timely and topical articles and personal reflections. High quality photographs on almost every page improve the life and lot of people in the developing Second Place document local life across the diocese and the bishop’s world. Stewardship of creation and Maryknoll life in U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “U.S. Catholic Website” by ad limina visit with the Benedict XVI as complements domestic parishes provide a broader perspective on the Meghan Murphy-Gill, U.S. Catholic Editors to stories. From issue to issue Bayou Catholic presents panorama of Maryknoll’s missions. an image of a lively, distinctive Catholic culture which Captivating visual display on the homepage leads to a includes the annual blessing of the fleet, and recipes. It Third Place variety of compelling content, from in-depth features to also offers thoughtful articles on priesthood, historic Glenmary Challenge, Cincinnati, OH, by Jean Bach, blogs. parishes, and pioneering leaders. Tricia Sarvak, Dale Hanson Third Place The challenge for Glenmary is to bring to life the Second Place vitality of home missions to Catholics more accustomed One Magazine, New York, NY, “One Magazine” by Staff Vermont Catholic, South Burlington, VT, “Covers of entry to the exotic foreign missions. Glenmary Challenge is a A good mixture of feature stories and multimedia links issues” by Pat Gore, Cori Urban, Ann Cutter-Specht, well designed large format magazine that brings to life on the homepage. Susan Rivers, Ralph Culver its work in states like Kansas, South Carolina, A well designed gem, Vermont Catholic features Mississippi, and other states where Catholics are a tiny CARDINAL JOHN P. FOLEY interesting articles about the Church, including a minority. A particularly insightful article traces the AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE IN pastor who walks Main Street and lingers over coffee in history of Glenmary Research center and its creation of a local care to invite people to invite people to come to U.S. maps showing denominal demographic CATHOLIC JOURNALISM church and a feature on a “mother of the year,” along concentration. Readable, thoughtful, and well with news and book review. Open, inviting layouts with conceived. M24a very high quality images provide both visual and verbal portraits of Catholic life. The full image covers set the Honorable Mention GENERAL EXCELLENCE — tone for the dominant them of the issue. Catholic Missions In Canada, Toronto, Ontario, ON, by National general interest magazines Patria Rivera (Editor), Kyle Schruder (Designer), Third Place Johanna Ritgen (Designer) First Place North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “Bishop Ordains St. Anthony Messenger, Cincinnati, OH, by St. Anthony six for Ordinariate”; “Bishop Vann leaves solid Good page display, captivating heads, and interesting Messenger Staff accomplishments as he prepares to head Diocese of articles that confront the problem of making domestic mission work interesting. Strong special focus issues, Thoughtful and pertinent Orange”; “Bishop Vann installed as fourth bishop of the editorials, wide array of interesting sections including Diocese of Orange” by Jeff Hensley, Tony Gutierrez, stimulating fiction and news briefs. Interesting item on Judy Russeau M24d the three most read articles from the previous issue. Converted from a newspaper, North Texas Catholic GENERAL EXCELLENCE — Very strong writing. retains the news approach and layout style as a complement to the website. A summary of significant Religious order magazines Second Place news precedes a rich diet of significant stories and in- Columbia Magazine, New Haven, CT, by Columbia Staff depth articles on events and issues in the diocese. A First Place Classic layout with a modern feel. KofC news, layout in the news magazine tradition includes good The Augustinian, Villanova, PA, by Teddie Gallagher, information secondary in location to carefully written photographs. An insert, “Good News in the Catholic Kitty Sheridan and edited features stories with strong illustrations. Schools provides articles in both Spanish and English. Creative design on each spread organizes high quality Very thoughtful essays by the Supreme Knight. photographs, some played over a double spread, well Third Place edited blocks of text with balanced white space, skilled M24c use of color graphic devices. Strong cover art ranges U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, by U.S. Catholic Staff GENERAL EXCELLENCE — Mission from photographs (of coach and team) to the mosaic of Continues the tradition of powerful cover art, magazines (overseas and home) the dove of peace. News of the religious community fascinating insights into Catholic life through surveys, includes a creative graphic on the steps from provocative articles, e.g., social justice, married clergy First Place discernment to ordination. converts from Episcopal church, and the invisible One Magazine, New York, NY, by Staff character of war in Mideast. Second Place The design, photography, and writing place One among Congregation of Holy Cross, United States Province, Notre the very best of this year’s Catholic magazines Honorable Mention Dame, IN, by Lucha Ramey, James Kramer, Stephanie regardless of category. The design of each spread Liguorian Magazine, Ligouri, MO, by Staff Gattman First person style creates a feeling of intimacy with contributes to the meaning conveyed in graceful writing and powerful images. Various graphic devices unify the Well edited in depth articles provide insight into the authors. Dramatic full-page graphics mixed with dynamics of the Holy Cross province of the United creative layouts. spreads from color text blocks through screened background photos to special fonts. Above all, perhaps, States. From first person reflections on being a priest to One provides a global view of the human family with lengthy reflections on culture and poverty through the M24b an emphasis on the Near East. history of Ave Maria Press to a history of the Holy Cross brothers, the magazine paints a broad picture of the GENERAL EXCELLENCE — Second Place order. Diocesan magazines Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, by Maryknoll Magazine Staff The Catholic magazine that demonstrated the power of Third Place First Place photographs and concise text to bring the reality of Marian Helper, Stockbridge, MA, by Staff Bayou Catholic, Schriever, LA, “Ad limina Bishop Jacobs foreign missions home to Americans, Maryknoll Unique in physical format, Marian Helper presents first visits the Holy Father, Vatican and Rome” by Louis continues that tradition with interesting photos and person accounts, news stories about conferences, and Aguirre well crafted, gem-like stories of Maryknollers working to inspirational articles in a well designed publication. Page 10 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Magazine / Newsletter Award Winners

Honorable Mention Third Place of Avila, and the mystics. But the style is popular: how Plentiful Redemption, Annapolis, MD, “Plentiful Catholic Library World, Chicago, IL, by Sigrid Kelsey, to resist reading an article that begins: “Bring in the Redemption” by Redemptorist Office for Mission Mary Kay Wolf clowns?” Well placed, pull quotes break up blocks of text as do other text graphics. Advancement Replete with well written reviews of hundreds of books Well designed with strong photographs from various per issue, this magazine offers professional librarians Second Place locations of Redemptorist work in the U.S. and around news briefs from the Catholic librarians association, a Magnificat, Yonkers, NY, “Magnificat” by Father Peter the world, Plentiful Redemption limits its focus to news, set of clearly written articles of great relevance, John Cameron, O.P. vocations, some aspect of the order’s history, and a including an interesting article about a newly single dominant theme . appointed religion librarian. Combining the readings for daily Mass with readings for morning and evening prayer, lives of the saints of Honorable Mention the day and daily meditations, Magnificat is in a Today’s Catholic Teacher, Dayton, OH, “Today’s Catholic category of its own as an excellent companion for daily M24e Teacher” by Staff spiritual life. Very well edited and packaged in small magazine format which makes it truly pocket sized, the GENERAL EXCELLENCE — More than helpful tips and hints, Today’s Catholic magazine has the quality look and feel of the daily Teacher provides strong articles in a variety of areas Professional & special-interest missals of the pre-Vatican II church. familiar to an elementary or high school teacher: magazines including clergy & religious dealing with parents, creative activities, prayer services Third Place First Place and reflections on Sunday readings. Soul - World Apostolate of Fatima, Washington, NJ, “Soul Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Health Progress” Magazine 2012” by Vincent Covello, Megan Pritchard, by Pamela Schaeffer, Lilah Lohr, Les Stock, Donna Corinne Dier Troy M24f The official publication of the World Apostolate of Clear, direct writing in serious analysis of current GENERAL EXCELLENCE — Fatima, Soul combines articles of contemporary Marian health care situation and its future, assessment of care, Scholarly magazines devotion with reflections and accounts of the history of MEDICAID, missionary medical care, and the the apparitions at Fatima. challenge of PACE and POLST in the context of First Place Catholic teaching. Good art, creative use of pull quotes. American Catholic Studies, Villanova, PA, by Multiple M24h Second Place Contributors Ecumenical Trends - Graymoor, Garrison, NY, by Paul A. As a scholarly journal, American Catholic Studies GENERAL EXCELLENCE — Crow, Jr., Michael Kinnamon, Jared Wicks, SJ brings a fresh approach in design and visuals that breaks the stereotype of small type fonts and cramped General interest newsletters Clean, professional appearance for a serious and pages. Type font, size and leading contribute to thoughtful publication for intellectual reflection on the First Place readability and a clean, inviting look. dimensions of Ecumenical movements and issues Catholic Update, Cincinnati, OH, by Catholic Update related to interreligious dialogue. Writing level Second Place Staff appropriate to specialists in the area, but accessible to Horizons, Villanova, PA, by Elena Procario-Foley, Anthony Beautifully laid out with a striking front page image, an informed layperson or observer. J. Godzieba, Horizons Catholic Update provides substantial food for thought A journal for scholars in a creative layout of a major story, questions to help of theology and one plumb deeper into personal spirituality. religious studies, Horizons features well Second Place written and pointed I Believe, Cincinnati, OH, by I Believe Staff book reviews as well as A bright and lovely layout presents articles for reflection both an editorial essay linked to the Catholic Catechism. Three or four articles and a review essay. per issue lead to questions for reflection. Official information from the College Theology Society, its M24i publisher, is also GENERAL EXCELLENCE — included. Special interest newsletters Third Place Catholic Southwest: First Place Journal, Baton Rouge, At Home with Our Faith, Chicago, IL, by Annemarie LA, by Richard Fossey Scobey, Catherine O’Connell-Cahill, Tina Herman Interesting in content Intended for contemporary parents whose time is and choice of art, limited, At Home With Our Faith provides well Catholic Southwest is a written articles in a design that declares itself child competently crafted and parent friendly. Articles range from advice on journal with a very parenting faith to suggestions for involving children professional feel. in Mass. Most striking, however, is the regular material on sustaining a faith life within marriage. Good images, colorful boxes for sidebars, and a M24g generally happy and homey feeling make this an outstanding quick read for busy parents. GENERAL EXCELLENCE — Second Place Nuestra Parroquia, Chicago, IL, by Carmen Aguinaco, Prayer & Elisabeth Román, Sandra Navarro, John Rodríguez spirituality Published in both Spanish and English specifically for magazines Hispanic ministers in parishes (and institutional settings), Nuestra Parroquia offers reflections on the First Place month’s liturgies, excerpts from Church documents, Spiritual Life, class lesson plans, and other resources in a clean and Washington, DC, well thought out design. “Spiritual Life — Fall 2012” by Edward Third Place O’Donnell Dimensions, Hempstead, NY, “Dimensions” by Staff Simple layout and Fund raising professionals are the target audience of creative writing make Dimensions, a well written and professional looking this a compelling and publication. Content includes analysis of various challenging publication aspects of raising funds in the Catholic community, for those seeking to including the rise of female philanthropy and the role of deepen their spiritual women in the field. A creative standing section on tips life in the tradition of to use and habits to lose offers thoughtful Thomas Merton, Teresa implementation plans. June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 11 Newspaper Award Winners

N1a — Best Front Page – Broadsheet It was clear eyed and really put a human face on the challenges the ag community faces. First Place Pittsburgh Catholic, Pittsburgh, PA, by William Cone Second Place The Tablet, Brooklyn, NY, “Diocesan Recovery Begins Newsy looking front page. Pleasant design, just a with Hope” by Ed Wilkinson, Marie Elena Giossi, little too jammed though. Antonina Zielinska, Jim Mancari Second Place Lots of work went into this effort, and it shows. Great FaithLife, Erie, PA, “FaithLife” by Jason Koshinskie, detail. These reporters clearly worked hard, under Rich Papalia difficult conditions and it was a worthy effort. Nice page but would even be better without the tint Third Place boxes. Denver Catholic Register, Denver, CO, “Archbishop to Third Place faithful: evil will not have the last word” by Nissa Catholic Messenger, Davenport, IA, “An Ambassador for LaPoint Christ” by Anne Marie Amacher, Barb Arland-Fye, This could have been a routine follow-up report but it Celine Klosterman wasn’t. Well reported without getting too graphic, and Good, but could improve with larger headlines and placing the challenges and the terror and more space between elements. opportunities for the faith community before the reader. N1b — Best Front Page – Tabloid Honorable Mention First Place Catholic Sentinel, Portland, OR, “Shooting emphasizes The Dialog, Wilmington, DE, “Catholic schools: Where vulnerability, unity of Portlandâ’s homeless” by students are faith-filled and standardized test scores Clarice Keating are above average” by Staff A good read on the community’s response to deaths of Nice appealing design. Good use of photography, some of those most vulnerable. typography and promo boxes. Catholic Courier, Rochester, NY, “Stand on abuse Second Place strengthens” by Mike Latona Catholic Standard, Washington, D.C., “Gifts to Share; Golden Apples for the Teachers; Defending religious This was a good report on a difficult topic. freedom” by Javier Diaz, Rafael Crisostomo Creative, appealing pages. N3a — Best News Writing Third Place Originating with the Paper on Catholic Exponent, Youngstown, OH, “Son’s illness tests a National Event family’s faith, mettle” by Christyne Yonata First Place Very nice use of the photo. Draws one into the page Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Human right away. trafficking series” by Dennis Sadowski Honorable Mention Telling us there is a problem is good reporting. The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “The Catholic Sharing the people and circumstances behind the Register” by Lucy Barco problem is even better. Making us care about the Nice concept. Would be better if the guy in the promo problem and the people is excellent reporting. Well didn’t have his back cut off. done in all areas. Award N1a — First Place Second Place N2a — Best News Writing The Valley Catholic, San Juan, TX, “Studying in the Originating with the Paper on Schoharie County needs clean water” by Angela Cave Shadows” by Rose Ybarra a Local or Regional Event This is a crisis every bit as severe as a drought or Casting light into dark areas and sharing the simple, another natural disaster, and the challenges and but dangerous lives of undocumented workers is – 1-17,000 diocesan paper church community efforts to respond were clearly laid accomplished with fine writing and reporting. First Place out, and well reported. The Messenger, Belleville, IL, “Drought: Taking its toll Third Place on farmers, ranchers, consumers” by Liz Quirin, Second Place Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “African American The Evangelist, Albany, NY, “St. Kateri Tekakwitha Mark Pattison Catholics at home in universal church” by Patricia canonization” by staff Coll Freeman Detailed, interesting reporting put in context. Important topic explained as well as any place. Thorough coverage of this important event for this A quality examination of a too little seen life. region. Every angle seemed to be addressed and Honorable Mention Second Place reported. The Catholic Northwest Progress, Seattle, WA, Catholic Sentinel, Portland, OR, “A Catholic ‘extended “Struggling school to start bilingual Academy” by Third Place family’ for refugees” by Ed Langlois Kevin Birnbaum Rhode Island Catholic, Providence, RI, “Atheist group calls for removal of war memorial, firefighter’s Interesting, timely topic well explained. Nice work. prayer” by Rick Snizek, Brian Lowney N3b — Best News Writing Third Place Good thorough coverage of effort to remove a long- Originating with the Paper on The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “Miami bids standing community monument. an International Event farewell” by Ana Rodriguez-Soto Honorable Mention First Place This could have been a routine obituary. This is why The Compass, Green Bay, WI, “Manitowoc father of four Clarion Herald, New Orleans, LA, “A song for Haiti, some major metros have their best writers doing such deported” by Steve Wideman from the heart” by Peter Finney Jr stories. Difficult issue, lots of good details about the efforts Peter Finney knows how to bring the world to our Honorable Mention and challenges facing the family and community. doorstep. In a time when it is too easy to forget about West Texas Angelus, San Angelo, TX, “Sudden jump in the long-struggling Haiti, he presents us with the teen suicides jolts Midland” by Jimmy Patterson, Catholic Herald, Milwaukee, WI, “Community leans on vision of Casandra and the dedication of Deacon Bishop Michael Pfeifer, Baron Batch faith” by Karen Mahoney Moynihan to revive us and get us moving again. Nice work on a difficult topic. I’ve seen many stories about churches and Second Place communities struggling with such a loss, and this one Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Pope West Texas Angelus, San Angelo, TX, “Storm damages was full of detail, life and emotion. Nicely done. Benedict XVI’s trip to Mexico, Cuba” by David Agren, Ballinger church, bells” by Jimmy Patterson Wallace J. de la Vega, Francis X. Rocca, Cindy Loved the work and attention to detail from this Wooden, Patricia Zapor writer. N2c — Best News Writing Originating with the Paper on Great mix and execution of stories on the Pope’s visit N2b — Best News Writing to Mexico from the plane to the pulpit. a Local or Regional Event Third Place Originating with the Paper on – 40,001+ diocesan paper The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “Drought and famine in a Local or Regional Event First Place West Africa” by J.D. Long-Garcia – 17,001-40,000 diocesan paper The Leaven, Kansas City, KS, “Faith flows where water This reporting on West Africa awakens the readers First Place doesn’t” by Jessica Langdon, Doug Hesse and brings a vivid picture and tells us we need to care The Evangelist, Albany, NY, “Rerouted, polluted: Enjoyable, well reported and photographed package. even more. Page 12 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Newspaper Award Winners

Honorable Mention Honorable Mention Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Haiti’s history of Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Vanderbilt Catholic oppression, foreign interference, leaves lasting mark” takes honest course in rejecting school mandate” by by Theresa Laurence Andy Telli Local affairs reporting, aptly used to paint a larger N4a — Best Investigative picture. Strongly worded & concretely built. News Writing N6c — Best Editorial – Local First Place – 40,001+ diocesan paper National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Group First Place takes on watchdog role for Catholic identity,” “Society The Tablet, Brooklyn, NY, “Patience and Hope” by takes part of ‘faithful families’ ” by Dan Morris-Young Unsigned Editorial Very thorough examination of an important topic. Light in the darkness. A rock in mighty storms. Placed issue in context via use of specific examples Timeless story; local flavor. Great quotes. Drenched in and records. Well done. a rainstorm of hope. Second Place Second Place Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “Religious liberty in The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “Opposed to the death the balance” by Joel Davidson penalty” by Rob DeFrancesco Good digging for new details. Very solid reporting. Interrelated contemporary events woven into a telling Third Place portrait. Keeps a clear eye trained on eternal truth & our obligations therein. Punchy, but eloquent writing. National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Gay ministry group refuses to sign oath” by Brian Roewe Third Place The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Setting the record Another solid job. Nice work. straight on adoption, single-parent children” by Joe Towalski N4b — Best Analysis/Background/ Traditional morals frame an approach to Round-up News Writing Award N1b — First Place contemporary issues laden with surface-lurking dangers. A clear succinct vantage. THE GERARD E. SHERRY AWARD N6a — Best Editorial – Local Honorable Mention The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Time to fold on First Place – 1-17,000 diocesan paper First Place gambling option for new Vikings stadium” by Joe The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Election Series” Towalski by Maria Wiering Idaho Catholic Register, Boise, ID, “Golden opportunity slipping through their fingers” by Richard Kulleck, A straight flush of correlated issues; played off social Thoughtful and thorough treatment. A well conceived Ann Bixby, Loretta Gossi structure, mores & obligations. Asks relevant and well structured project. questions, maintains divine focus. Hi-quality political reporting; aptly approaches both Second Place the bigger paradigm & the local front. Insightful & Catholic New York, New York, NY, “Put ‘Choose Life’ The Leaven, Kansas City, KS, “The scandal and shame” thorough. Paints a clear picture, thru good facts & Plates on Road” by Staff by Joe Bollig clean structure. Addresses both day-to-day Interesting local issue, broached on a larger scale. A deep look at an uncovered topic, using clear implications & moral philosophy. The total package. Good reporting. Clear, concise, thoughtful writing. examples. Shows crisp and clear writing. Second Place Third Place Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “God’s faithfulness N7a — Best Editorial The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “Arizona executions” by amid scandal” by Joel Davidson – National or International J.D. Long-Garcia, Gina Keating A cleanly-written, knowledgeable, well-researched – 1-17,000 diocesan paper Great writing. Scene-setting efforts pull readers into history lesson. Thoughtful, gracefully-structured; perspective for today ... & a great many tomorrows. First Place an important topic. The Monitor, Trenton, NJ, “Remembering Rwanda” by Honorable Mention Third Place Rayanne Bennett Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Father Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “Love or clashing cymbals?” by Joel Davidson Great storytelling. A history too-little heard & too- Maciel’s legacy — good and bad — lives on in Mexico” quickly forgotten; brought to the forefront with good by David Agren A larger global & national issue; played out on the reporting. Graceful – ‘Candle Light in the Darkness’ Great depth in a limited amount of words. Well- homefront. A careful & thoughtful reflection, laced style. balanced story. Nice work. with good quotes & right focus. Second Place Honorable Mention The Southern Cross, Savannah, GA, “Good fences make The Messenger, Belleville, IL, “The Value and Dignity of good neighbors” by Fr. Douglas K. Clark N5 — Best In-depth News/ Women of Any Age” by Liz Quirin Special Reporting Nice history lesson; refreshed, revitalized, & made relevant. Careful, precise, eloquent wording comprises First Place The Catholic Post, Peoria, IL, “Bishop Jenky’s boldest claims going unreported” by Thomas Dermody a knowledgeable, elegant reflection on our place in the National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Sexual broader picture. assault on campus: Lizzy’s ordeal,” “A look at an Outstanding introduction. One for the ages. intractable problem” by Melinda Henneberger Third Place The Southern Cross, Savannah, GA, “Cultural history Hands-down winner. Deeply reported, thoughtfully N6b — Best Editorial – Local provides valuable perspective” by Fr. Douglas K. written piece about a sensitive topic and a powerful – 17,001-40,000 diocesan paper Clark institution. Took on a tough task and was more than Elegant reflection on the intersection of history & up to it. First Place Catholic Herald, Diocese of Madison, Madison, WI, scripture — and how it applies to us today. Second Place “Moving on from here” by Mary Uhler Honorable Mention Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, “Vote for Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “Twisted logic of Local face, on a larger national issue. Nice Marriage” by Catholic News Herald Staff abortion” by Joel Davidson summation; thoughtful, hopeful reflection. Good Current events reporting, interspersed with apt historical Well organized and presented, through personal quotes & structure. Clean clear writing, brings it all anecdotes. stories and clear, compelling writing. together. Third Place Second Place The Messenger, Belleville, IL, “Powerful People Must The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “Scars remain: Mother Catholic Standard, Washington, D.C., “Keep the Remain Humble” by Liz Quirin rebuilds life after domestic violence” by J.D. Long- DREAM alive, vote for question 4” by Mark Garcia Zimmermann N7b — Best Editorial Very strong writing on a fresh topic. Powerful writing, Global issue on our shores, told through local faces & – National or International starting with the lead. stories. A very Catholic response, elucidated – 17,001-40,000 diocesan paper Honorable Mention eloquently, with a clear call to action. First Place National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “The Third Place Catholic Standard, Washington, D.C., Who determines ‘irresistible attractions’ of drones,” “Drones have Catholic Herald, Diocese of Madison, Madison, WI, “Our what is ‘hate speech?’ by Mark Zimmermann decades-long history” by Tom Roberts nation needs healing” by Mary Uhler Apt summation of recent events in the public square. Strong and clear writing on an important topic. A clear, simple, thoughtful, beautiful reflection. A thoughtful reflection on larger issues & June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 13 Newspaper Award Winners

consequence. well-researched, with strong writing throughout. Second Place Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Nobel Prize shows stem cell research can be ethical, productive” by Andy Telli Nice current event reporting, deftly tied to reflections on the bigger, broader whole. Clear, elegant, strong writing. Third Place The Compass, Green Bay, WI, “Elections and the Catholic Church” by Patricia Kasten Sprints miles in just a few paragraphs. That amazing summation further carves out space for history, too. Thoughtful, even-handed message; skillful writing. Honorable Mention Catholic Exponent, Youngstown, OH, “Nellie Gray: A true prophetic voice in the wilderness” by Lou Jacquet Nice catch on a landmark story, which (conveniently) slipped thru the mainstream. Catholic Exponent, Youngstown, OH, “Latest act of random violence raises questions anew” by Lou Jacquet Analytical overview & clear summation. Nice phraseology. Touches the whole, from multiple angles. N7c — Best Editorial – National or International – 40,001+ diocesan paper First Place The Visitor, St. Cloud, MN, “One year later, the new Roman Missal has me thinking” by Bob Zyskowski The theme could not be more familiar...& yet, also fresher & newer. A very personal, well-thought out historical, life-long reflection. Language — which well-balances the simple & familiar, with educated nuance — separates it from the pack. Second Place The A.D. Times, Allentown, PA, “Where there’s smoke ...” by Father Bernard Ezaki Award N13 — First Place Deft & pertinent citations. Scripture with the right hand. Scientific, sociological studies with the left. Third Place Honorable Mention Noteworthy, catchy points from both. A timely issue, National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “NCR The Visitor, St. Cloud, MN, “Opinion” by Staff tied into a larger, broader picture. All within a few endorses call for a new sexual ethic” by NCR editors columns breadth. Nicely done. The story here is the incredible balance in piece New angles on age-old issues. Good sources. Careful, selection. It’s all here: international politics to Third Place thoughtful development & precise, clean, clear personal development; contemporary culture to the The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “After Newtown: writing. historic church; county fairs & roadtrips to virtues & Moving from darkness into the light” by Joe Towalski Honorable Mention sacraments. Passionate, emotional response to a timely issue; Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington, IN, “Why we are suing crucial moment in history. Clear calls to action. Good Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, “ViewPoints” by the government” by staff theological vantage. Ryan Murray, Deacon James H. Toner, Rico Desilva, Batrice Adcock, Poor Clares Honorable Mention Strong writing, with purpose. Cool layout. Textbook column use. Mug shots & good The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “State and Church” by The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “Founded on Rob DeFrancesco headlines make it that much more accessible. Nice freedom” by Jim O’Leary content balance, too: literary, local, political & divine. A news-heavy reflection. Clear & concise, with excellent sources & quotes. N8 — Best Editorial Page or N9a — Best Feature Writing Catholic New York, New York, NY, “Mother Dolores Still Editorial Section – 1-17,000 diocesan paper Shines” by Staff First Place First Place National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Opinion The Messenger, Belleville, IL, “Latina Struggles with N7d — Best Editorial & Arts section” by Staff and Contributors Reality as She Lives the Dream” by Liz Quirin – National or International Clean layout. Great art. Slick topography. Careful The author’s style made this piece stand out. – National newspaper ‘Less is more’ color. Best use of open space & Maintaining a relative calm, objective style why ‘breathing room’ in the competition. Even the ads look chronicling the dangerous journey helped point out First Place good. National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, the larger issues at hand. “Evangelization requires bishops’ self-examination” Second Place Second Place by NCR editors The Tablet, Brooklyn, NY, “Editorial Pages” by Ed Hawaii Catholic Herald, Honolulu, HI, “A beloved Wilkinson, Editorial Staff A well-organized stack of clear pertinent points; church in the middle of nowhere” by Darlene Dela relevant to all, indicting to none. Timely & important. Great precise aesthetic balance. Perfectly utilized Cruz A forward-thinking vantage; well-conceived, concise & typography. Endless subtle detail & great care of The use of narrative brings the issue at hand to life eloquent. Smooth writing pushed it over the top. craft. The more one looks at it, the more one likes it. through descriptive diction and focusing on the Second Place Third Place community’s actions and reactions. National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Vigilance The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Your Faith” by Third Place on sex abuse must continue” by NCR editors Editorial Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “Seeking Muslim Great sources & statistics. Strong narrative thread. A Against odds, the split-page layout just works here. brothers” by Joel Davidson beautiful summation of decades of happenings; Well-played mug shots & heads. Good art. Nice mix of The organization of this piece from pull quotes to painted from a single, clear vantage. opinion, Q&A, history & briefs. headers help create a flow which engaged the reader. Page 14 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Newspaper Award Winners

Honorable Mention Catholic Herald, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, “Few short words make the difference” by Maryangela Román Excellent opening transitioned into a well written and engaging story. N9b — Best Feature Writing – 17,001-40,000 diocesan paper First Place The Catholic Miscellany, Charleston, SC, “Noshing with the pope” by Amy Wise Taylor Author’s gradual approach to exposing all the details of this story help build on the magnitude of the story for the people involved. From title to closing, this article was solid, well written and engaging. Second Place New Earth, Fargo, ND, “Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha’s canonization: ‘We’ve been praying for this for a long time” by Roxane Salonen Creative angle on the canonization story: framing the story from one parish’s devotion made the issue real Award N14a — First Place and concrete. Excellent prose and organization. Third Place poor neighborhoods, life revolves around water” by N10b — Best Personality Profile Orange County Catholic, Orange, CA, “Ministry and the Barbara J. Fraser – 17,001-40,000 diocesan paper Law” by Elisabeth Deffner Wonderful detail about a not so wonderful place. Author allowed the already interesting stories of First Place Story nicely ties together the plight of people with The Catholic Moment, Lafayette, IN, “Well-loved priest’s chaplains to shine through by the use of clear prose. some unusual approaches to make life easier. ministry to veterans spans nearly 40 years” by Kevin Excellent style and very engaging content. Second Place Cullen Honorable Mention Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Havana Quotes from Father Grace reveal his character and Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Church struggled for parish evangelizes with meals, hair salon and commitment to service. The details of his daily tasks civil rights” by Theresa Laurence laundry service” by Patricia Zapor are often succinct but are exactly what is required and A balanced perspective of the church on the church’s The need for care and the organization needed to the article flows very nicely as a whole. own history. Author is objective and truthful while assist those being cared for is presented so well that Second Place tactful. Great read! the story serves as an inspiration and as a how-to-do Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “Artistic conversion” manual. Enough detail to serve as a model for others. The Boston Pilot, Braintree, MA, “Hyde Park pastor by Joel Davidson Third Place proclaimed chief for work in Nigeria” by Christopher Details of Santo’s worldly interactions and work S. Pineo National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “New priest discord floods island parish” by Brian Roewe juxtapose nicely with the similarities shown in his The choice of quotes is what made this piece stand religious art and historical sacred art. Nicely out. Author was able to make Father Nolan come alive An unflinching and well-documented look at discord organized and good choice of quotes to reveal Santo’s as well as his ministry. from all sides. Author gives everyone a chance to vision for his art. speak out in a readable and edgy way. Once all sides have spoken, readers can decide for themselves. That’s Third Place N9c — Best Feature Writing the mark of a well rounded story. Rhode Island Catholic, Providence, RI, “Bishop – 40,001+ diocesan paper Gelineau to celebrate 40 years in the episcopacy” by Honorable Mention Rick Snizek First Place National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Deported The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “The Sober Truth” by wife’s absence shadowed ordination” by Eloisa Perez- The inclusion of small details of Bishop Gelineau’s Dave Hrbacek Lozano interactions with people, combined with Draws readers immediately into the story and then environmental details and the use of quotations The immigration issue through one family reminds provides a quality personality profile. keeps us there through a combination of good writing readers of the human side of what at times can be an and an emphasis of the role of faith. A compelling inhumane debate. Family plight is nicely documented. read from start to finish. N10c — Best Personality Profile Second Place Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Mercy treats – 40,001+ diocesan paper The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “St. Ursula Couple young sexual assault victims tenderly” by Diane Toroian Keaggy, Judith VandeWater First Place Chose Life” by Maria Wiering Texas Catholic, Dallas, TX, “Michael’s Life: A gift to all A powerful beginning and a wonderful story of faith The needs of this special population are carefully who knew him” by Cathy Harasta written with compassion and an understanding of spelled out as are the means and motivation behind dealing with those needs. This article is a sensible story about the importance of how to tell a story about loss and recovery. epilepsy awareness tied to the personal story of one of Third Place its victims. The voice is empathetic, the pacing clever, The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Person of mercy” by N10a — Best Personality Profile and the use of citations well-placed. Dave Hrbacek – 1-17,000 diocesan paper Second Place The agony of bad decisions and the struggle to First Place The Leaven, Kansas City, KS, “The real deal” by Sheila overcome this agony are artfully woven together to The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “A birds-eye view of Myers, Elaina Cochran death row” by Jean Gonzalez complete a marvelous story marvelously written. This article about a woman that changes children’s Honorable Mention Wonderful feature on a person at the center of the experience of faith is more than just a standard The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Coming to America: hotly debated topic of the death penalty. Good choice personality profile — early on, it establishes curiosity Immigrants give back to communities they now call of quotes and use of details and language to present a about who this woman is and how she does what she home” by Julie Carroll very personal view of life on death row. does. Wonderful detail presented in such a compelling story Second Place that keeps readers to the end. Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “Rescuer keeps faith while seeking the lost” by Patricia Coll Freeman Third Place The Criterion, Indianapolis, IN, “Priests who use humor The Catholic Voice, Omaha, NE, “Serving the church, Great personality profile. The article is nicely in homilies say lessons in faith must be at heart of praying for all” by Joe Ruff organized and gives the reader a great well-rounded their message” by John Shaughnessy view of Bragiel. This article is able to tell the story of a disabled man without patronizing him and his faith. It portrays Effective approach that uses the priest’s humor to Third Place amuse readers while making the larger point sought him about a human being that has much to offer and Montana Catholic, Helena, MT, “Sister serves as EMT, by the priest. gives a lot. works with felons” by Susan Gallagher, Eric Connolly The historical details of Sayatovic’s journey to where N9d — Best Feature Writing she is now really show her life’s purpose. The writer N10d — Best Personality Profile – National newspaper has succeeded in creating a beautiful personality – National newspaper First Place profile detailing Sayatovic’s impact on the community First Place Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “In Lima’s and programs in which she is involved. Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Nurse teaches June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 15 Newspaper Award Winners

Award M7 — First Place

peers to practice empathy with personal boundaries” N11b — Best Regular Column Balanced, succinct, clean, measured writing. Broad by Diane Toroian Keaggy, Judith VandeWater – Spiritual life vantages, great depth. This article raises important questions about the First Place Second Place mental health of nurses and creates a compelling Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Our Global Hawaii Catholic Herald, Honolulu, HI, “View from the profile of a person trying to teach people the skill of Family” by Carolyn Woo Pew” by Mary Adamski detached empathy. Appreciated the global insights and perspectives of A tradition old as the Church itself (on the place of Second Place this collection of topics. Writer delved into her bones & relics) here — with new life & legs (so to National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Gay experiences while not making it too journal-like. speak).... A thoughtful reflection on history and legacy and their place in our world today. senator remains rooted in faith” by Julie Gunter Second Place This article manages to report on a difficult The Boston Pilot, Braintree, MA, “Best Regular Column Third Place negotiation between a gay man’s identity and his Spiritual Life: Dale O’Leary” by Staff Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Looking Around” by Father William J. Byron desire to belong to the church in a non-judgmental Challenging, well written if wonky columns with way. sharp points of view. I thought they were well written Simple themes smoothly broached: forgiveness, Third Place and presented. magnanimity, wealth. Clean, clear writing. Great National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “A life of Third Place quotes. jumping in with both feet” by Alice Popovici The Catholic Spirit, Metuchen, NJ, “Guest Commentary Honorable Mention The Catholic Voice, Omaha, NE, “Taking a stand This article showcases how a courageous woman’s Column by Javier Bustamante” by Javier message proves to be timeless; Different stories share question about who she is led to a life of joy and Bustamante message on faith and life; The sun came up, and fulfillment. Youth columns are difficult, and these have clear Jesus Christ is still our Lord” by Deacon Randy A. focus and don’t try to do everything in each column. Grosse N11a — Best Regular Column Steady, balanced approach. Honorable Mention Good themes, great writing, thoughtful presentation. – Culture, the arts and The Evangelist, Albany, NY, “Seminarian’s diary (Fears A lot good going on here. leisure and faith/Final stretch/Role-changing)” by Scott National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, First Place VanDerveer, Daniel Quinn “Advanced ways to cheat are still plain old wrong,” National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Bows, Good insights into the work that goes into and the “Former death row inmate seeks justice and an arrows and a sword: Girls rock this year on film,” challenges facing seminarians. apology,” “Post-election, we are still divided, in need “Cinema’s independent summer road trip,” “The of healing” by Heidi Schlumpf media’s part in a culture of guns” by Rose Pacatte N11c — Best Regular Column Death row piece is the very essence of good story Nice mix of columns and commentary. The guns – Scripture telling. High-quality in-depth reporting. Very detailed column made some very thoughtful and probably First Place & nuanced writing. unpopular points in an effective way. The Monitor, Trenton, NJ, “Things My Father Taught Second Place Me” by Mary Morrell N11e — Best Regular Column Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “TV Eye: Good, compelling writing. Variety of topics. Writes – Family life Perspectives on the media” by Mark Pattison with compassion and clarity. First Place Interesting mix of topics of broad interest. He does a Second Place Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “For the nice job of focusing on issues that are overlooked by The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “Sunday Word” by Journey” by Effie Caldarola general reporting/coverage. Father Ben Berinti The perfect snapshot. Simple, clear, profound & Third Place Likable assortment of topics, genial style of writing. beautiful. Georgia Bulletin, Smyrna, GA, “’The Exorcist’: Setting Third Place Second Place The Record Straight; Carroll’s ‘American Requiem’ A The Evangelist, Albany, NY, “Good News for Kids The Catholic Moment, Lafayette, IN, “Molly Beck Profound Memorial; Vince Lombardi: Sport And Art, (Indoor voice/Projects get frustrating/Not black and columns - Catholic Mom” by Molly Beck Sport And Faith” by David. A. King white)” by Kate Blain On camping and family and God and the Great Interesting mix of columns, and some unconventional Tightly written, easy to digest items for young people. Outdoors. Not necessarily in that order. Good humor positions taken. Clever idea and execution. is a fine and rare thing. Honorable Mention Third Place The Colorado Catholic Herald, Colorado Springs, CO, N11d — Best Regular Column Capecchi, Christina, Inver Grove Heights, MN, “Twenty “Greenspeak - Shut Up and Putt; Game for Life; – General commentary Something” by Christina Capecchi Cleared for Final Approach” by John Krause First Place Touching, personal story. Good writing. Nice Really enjoyed these columns. Good advice for us The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “Cornucopia” by anecdotes. A simple, clean and clear beautiful duffers to consider both on the links and in our lives. Michael Coren moment. Page 16 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Newspaper Award Winners

Honorable Mention on a topic that is very important to young women, N14a — Best Photograph Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Our virtue enriches their prom. the marital relationship; Tradition of faith gives Best feature photo balance to marriage; Christ is there to help your (black and white or color) marriage just as he was at Cana” by John Bosio N12c — Best Reporting on First Place Deft blending of the personal and analytical. a Special Age Group The Southern Cross, Savannah, GA, “Holy Week at the Cathedral” by Paul H. Camp National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “At last, – On young adults First Place Emotional moment captured from an angle that made she is ready to go,” “Around the deathbed and the me feel I was part of the process. An intimate moment. birth bed,” “The too-much-information age” by The Catholic Voice Newspaper, Oakland, CA, “Andrew Melissa Musick Nussbaum Moore led a life dedicated to life” by Michele Jurich Second Place The Criterion, Indianapolis, IN, “Couple celebrates 75th Beautiful reflection on mothers and passing. Touching story of how the nation’s youth can make anniversary shortly before God calls husband home” such a difference in even a short lifetime. Wonderful by Mary Ann Garber choice of quotes and nice language use. N12a — Best Reporting on a Special An intimate moment that really reflects the love Age Group – On children Second Place between these two people. Very emotional, a key North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “Proud to Serve ingredient in making photographs connect with the First Place God and Country” by Jerry Circelli, Tony Gutierrez Catholic Standard, Washington, D.C., “Junior Saints” reader. by Richard Szczepanowski, Mark Zimmermann, The story subject’s faith journey is nicely woven Third Place Javier Diaz, Patricia Castrillo, Maureen Boyle, throughout the article. Good story of how young Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, “ ’Be merciful, O Gloria Marconi adults are leading faithful lives and serving the Lord, for we have sinned’ ” by SueAnn Howell community and country. “Junior Saints” sets the gold standard in The expression on the young child’s face draws communicating about and with children. It is lively Third Place readers into this picture. The innocent wonder and and fun for parents and kids alike. The explanation of Hawaii Catholic Herald, Honolulu, HI, “Mana’olana” by connection to the priest. water, both in and out of the Bible, Olympian Katie staff Leedey and our first Native American saint are Great reading for young adults. Variety of Honorable Mention brilliant. coverage/topics and profiles included provides East Texas Catholic, Beaumont, TX, “Our Lady of Second Place interest. The lighthearted feel is nice as well. Guadalupe” by Sarah Dupre The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “Kids Page” by Jean Photographer captured the emotion for a photograph Gonzalez, Michael Jimenez that reflects the woman’s feelings. Nice moment. Faith can be interesting and fun as displayed in “Kids N12d — Best Reporting on Catholic Transcript, Bloomfield, CT, “Cathedral at 50: Page.” The lives of the saints are inviting. The a Special Age Group Still magnificent, still growing” by Bob Mullen Stations of the Cross are explained well and the ways – On senior citizens to celebrate being thankful are rich. First Place The photographer went and found a picture we have not seen before. It certainly gives a new look to The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Living Longer, Third Place something that has probably been photographed Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Duca is Growing Stronger” by Staff many times before. spiritual Iron Man” by Gretchen R. Crowe Great variety of coverage from profiles to information A wonderful portrait of a “young” man of faith. coverage of topics important to seniors. Well-written N14b — Best Photograph Honorable Mention throughout. Catholic Sentinel, Portland, OR, “Country Catholic Second Place Best general news photo school in Roy endures” by Ed Langlois The Evangelist, Albany, NY, “Senior Lifestyles (special (black and white or color) The life of a school and its importance to all it touches section)” by staff First Place Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, “Hundreds rally is a great story. Nice coverage of seniors living active lives of services for life during DNC in Charlotte” by Anthony Perlas to the community. Great way for seniors to learn The Catholic Miscellany, Charleston, SC, “Easing first about each other and readers to learn about this Clearly the first place. A very strong emotional day of school woes” by Christina Knauss important age group. moment really captured this young woman’s reaction. Great advice for parents and students alike. Third Place Second Place Northwest Indiana Catholic, Merrillville, IN, “College Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Fr. Dyer N12b — Best Reporting on a Special grad, 87, not done yet; says she has more learning to ordination” by Stacy Rausch Age Group – On teenagers do” by Steve Euvino Nice emotional moment between father and son. Very First Place Wonderful story of the persistence and service of the strong image. The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “Speaking Out” by older generation. Nice use of details and quotes. Third Place Bronwyn Lawrie Montana Catholic, Helena, MT, “Historic Ordination of A fine combination of guidance through opinion and 17 permanent deacons, from page 1 (lower left news. Bronwyn Lawrie’s commentaries along with N13 — Best Photo Story Originating photo)” by Renee St. Martin Wizeman news and stories such as “Be Still and Know God,” with a Newspaper The young girl peering at the prone candidates give supply youth articles and insights to get them First Place you a different prospective on the event. A touch of reading. Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Next stop, Macy’s” wonderment and maybe a touch of humor make for a Second Place by Rick Musacchio strong image. The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Archdiocesan Youth The most complete story of the group. Interesting Honorable Mention Day aims to fire up faith of young Catholics” by Staff images. A well organized package all working Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Nashville The Catholic Spirit put its time and efforts into together. Dominicans respond to God’s love with final profession of vows” by Rick Musacchio communication with youth. From meeting the Second Place graduates to the Youth Day coverage of Jesus, the The Catholic Voice Newspaper, Oakland, CA, “Rev. Very strong image of the love these women share. archbishop and 1,700 teens on a island, there is Derrick Oliveira” by Jose Aguirre Hawaii Catholic Herald, Honolulu, HI, “A heroine’s consistently good content and coverage. Of the ordination stories this on was the best. homecoming” by Darlene Dela Cruz Third Place Compact and to the point. Final images really pulled Likable story-telling element. Nicely shot, captures the The Leaven, Kansas City, KS, “Boys serve in life and this story together. setting as well as the story line and the importance of death” by Jessica Langdon Third Place the setting. An inspiring story of young men moving into new life The Valley Catholic, San Juan, TX, “Defendiendo la by serving those that have passed. A vivid picture and Vida” by Terry De Leon, Cesar Riojas example of faith. N14c — Best Photograph Honorable Mention Another story that rose above being just a group of – Best portrait pictures. A text book story package. It had a strong Idaho Catholic Register, Boise, ID, “Veteran, nun create First Place beginning, middle and end. It had emotion and did ICYC moment” by Ann Bixby, Loretta Gossi Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Three priests not have a lot of wasted effort. (Priests adapt to changes in church since Vatican II)” A compelling selection of stories from the Idaho by Rick Musacchio Catholic Youth Convention. Honorable Mention The Tablet, Brooklyn, NY, “Six New Priests” by Ed Simple high key lighting helps isolate the different Catholic Sentinel, Portland, OR, “Portland nonprofit Wilkinson generations of the three. helps prom dress dreams come true” by Clarice Suffers a little from too many images but has many Second Place Keating very strong ones. With a little more editing this would The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Cardinal O’Brien A great story of putting faith into action. Especially have played stronger. Celebration” by Tom McCarthy June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 17 Newspaper Award Winners

Award N32a — First Place

Nice timing catching a thoughtful moment of good times and bad, in sickness and health” by Second Place Cardinal O’Brien. Deirdre Mays Catholic Courier, Rochester, NY, “Marching for life” by Third Place Nice use of the “rule of thirds” with the subjects and Mike Crupi Georgia Bulletin, Smyrna, GA, “HIV/AIDS Activist” by room for text in the upper left corner. Story is told nicely via photos. Nice variety of shapes, Michael Alexander Second Place subjects and sizes. The facial expression and the pin tell you everything The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “Into the shadows” Third Place about the character of this woman. by Michael Swan Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Catholics renew Honorable Mention Simple works best. The shadow on the Canadian flag faith during Holy Week” by Rick Musacchio, Andy Catholic New York, New York, NY, “House Proud — is a great layering effect. Telli, Theresa Laurence family in a new kitchen” by Chris Sheridan Third Place Good variety of photos. Could improve by not Nice moment for the family. Not easy to photograph Catholic Star Herald, Camden, NJ, “Seeking a new jamming together so much on the page. nine people and see everyone’s faces. vision for Camden” by Carl Peters Honorable Mention Catholic Sentinel, Portland, OR, “Chabo and his 4-year- Nice idea to connect the cross with a recognizable The Monitor, Trenton, NJ, “This is Our Faith” by Staff old son Tao have heard about attacks on homeless building representing the city. The angle draws you Nice web design and fun photos. people.” by Clarice Keating into the photo. Great environmental portrait. Wish it were cropped N15b — Best Multiple Picture closer. N14f — Best Photograph Package Originating with Best sports photo the Newspaper N14d — Best Photograph First Place The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Senior – Feature Best scenic Basketball” by Tom McCarthy First Place (still-life or weather photo) Fun to see seniors in great action images. Facial Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington, IN, “Capturing the First Place expressions show how competitive they are. Universal Church” by Karen Callaway Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Haiti’s history of Excellent variety of photos and great display. oppression, foreign interference, leaves lasting mark” Second Place Catholic Star Herald, Camden, NJ, “He’s safe!” by Alan Second Place by Theresa Laurence Dumoff Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Stained glass Clean, simple illustrative scenic connecting the Great moment but wish it were cropped tighter to windows” by Katie Bahr Haitian with her environmental predicament. show the player holding the ball. Interesting photo package. Nice variety of photos from Second Place detail to broad shots. Intermountain Catholic, Salt Lake City, UT, “Lent Third Place Georgia Bulletin, Smyrna, GA, “Arms Control” by Third Place Begins” by Marie Mischel Michael Alexander Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Cleaning St. Just the right amount of elements to illustrate the Interesting moment with both arms pulled. Nice with Peter’s Baldacchino” by Paul Haring season. Works well with the layout and text. the coaches in the background as well. Stunning photos that show the immensity of the Third Place project. Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Fall harvest” Honorable Mention Northwest Indiana Catholic, Merrillville, IN, “The by Ann M. Augherton Honorable Mention Andrean softball team celebrates with its state Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, “Sacred art Nice use of pattern, form and texture. softball championship trophy June 9 after defeating enlightens Forest City church” by Patricia Guilfoyle Honorable Mention Edgewood 9-2 for the Indiana Class 3A title.” by Nice to see the large photo in the center contrasted by Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “U.S. bishops Michael McArdle the series of detail shots on the bottom, creating gather for Mass” by Nancy Phelan Wiechec Nice facial expressions on the girls after the win. photos and display. The repeating pattern draws you into the image. N15a — Best Multiple Picture Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Homeless N14e — Best Photograph Children” by Craig Blankenhorn, Judith VandeWater Package Originating with Nice package of photos. Wanted to see more. Best photo-illustration the Newspaper (a generic or studio image – News N15c — Best Multiple Picture that illustrates an abstract First Place Package – Religious liberty concept, idea or theme) Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Vietnam First Place First Place Memorial at 30” by Nancy Phelan Wiechec The Leaven, Kansas City, KS, “Rally cry” by Lori Wood The Catholic Miscellany, Charleston, SC, “Marriage: In Best photos in the competition. Very compelling. Habiger, Todd Habiger, Joe McSorley Page 18 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Newspaper Award Winners

This was very nice. Particularly the crowd shot on the Second Place second page. Good photo package. The Tablet, Brooklyn, NY, “ ‘To Hell With You’ Catholics” N18c — Best Special Supplement on Second Place by Ed Wilkinson The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Fortnight for an Ordinary’s Transition Third Place First Place Freedom Launch” by Tom McCarthy East Texas Catholic, Beaumont, TX, “Lent in your Few photos, but well chosen. Nice typography on the pocket” by Jeff Dixon The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Archbishop Lori Special Section” by Staff second page. Honorable Mention Third Place The Tidings, Los Angeles, CA, “How do we get the Excellent layout and presentation. Great job tackling The Catholic Miscellany, Charleston, SC, “Rise up for ‘nones’ back in the habit?” by Mike Nelson a story about someone who was unfamiliar to the Freedom” by Douglas Deas readers, and (quite likely) reporters. Nice photo selection but not sure the headline over the Idaho Catholic Register, Boise, ID, “Blackfoot parish Second Place first photo was successful. celebrates Corpus Christi before all hail breaks loose” by Loretta Gossi, Ann Bixby Catholic Herald, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, “Faithful to Christ and his Gospel” by Staff N16a — Best Use of Art or Graphics N18a — Best Regular Special A very solid job on this one, especially since the – Art or graphics subject was of great local interest but who had not First Place Supplement lived in the community for some time. Put a lot of The Catholic Miscellany, Charleston, SC, “Give First Place information in a little space. Well edited. something special this Christmas” by Caroline The Monitor, Trenton, NJ, “Faithbook” by Staff Third Place Nelson Great concept carried out throughout the section. Nice This is dynamic and colorful and gets the reader into cover and interior design. Sense of fun throughout Denver Catholic Register, Denver, CO, “Archbishop the spirit of giving. this section that WILL be read by youth. Aquila returns to Denver to be installed as fifth archbishop” by Roxanne King, Robert Linn, James Second Place Second Place Baca, Julie Filby, Nissa LaPoint, Jean Torkelson Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington, IN, “Church Finances FaithLife, Erie, PA, “Faithful Servants” by Elizabeth Under the Microscope” by Lindsey Riesen Butterfield, Cindy DeCoursey, Jason Koshinskie, Strong, compelling writing, accented by clear layouts Great illustration for the article it accompanies. Anne-Marie Welsh, Brenda Williams Artwork is very descriptive; good choice of colors and Strong cover but even better was a consistency N19 — Best Special Supplement use of texture. throughout the section with well-crafted, well- or Special Issue with Third Place designed, and well-executed tributes to honorees. Advertising Emphasis The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Charles Street” Third Place First Place by April Hornbeck, Tom McCarthy The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Leading with Faith” Nice use of pictures, good color choice and just overall by Staff Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington, IN, “A Century of a good use of art. Serving the Church” by staff Sections honoring business leaders can be uninspiring. This section allowed the leaders and The overview of a century of Our Sunday Visitor from N16b — Best Use of Art or Graphics their nominators to show their faith in action. newsprint to iPad is a massive undertaking, and its execution is something to behold. – Best original illustration Honorable Mention First Place The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Graduation Class Second Place National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Getting of 2012” by Staff The Catholic Northwest Progress, Seattle, WA, “Back to young Catholic couples to a Catholic altar” by Pat This was an excellent section with an outstanding School” by Keri Hake Marrin cover and good stories inside. This overview of Catholic schools provides an Wonderful artwork giving a sense of the “hurdles” impressive array of the overview of issues, trends, The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “Our native saint: facing both couples and the church and a need for people and even lunches. action. Kateri Tekakwitha, Lily of the Mohawks” by Staff Third Place Second Place From its intriguing cover to a raft of excellent stories The Monitor, Trenton, NJ, “Guide to Catholic Colleges & The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Modern Slavery” explaining St. Kateri Tekakwitha, this section holds Universities” by Edward Heffernan, Frank Weber, by Carole Henaff, April Hornbeck readers’ attention. Staff Great artwork to illustrate the accompanying article. Strikes a balance between the broader view of Nice color choices. N18b — Best One-time Special Issue Catholic higher education and its importance with Third Place First Place spotlights on individual schools, which together National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “We have provides a great deal of insight. the pillars, but the building is still unfinished” by Pat Catholic New York, New York, NY, “Joy Rising — The Honorable Mention Marrin Elevation of Timothy Cardinal Dolan” by Staff Catholic New York, New York, NY, “The 2012 Catholic Artwork provides a great sense of the need for more A very thorough job on a story that was important to High School Guide” by Staff work in order to reach completion/goals. the diocese and the American church. Good use of This section does one thing — and does it well. The photos to help tell the story. overview of New York Catholic high school is a huge N16a — Best Use of Art or Graphics Second Place task, and Catholic New York is up to it. – Best chart or information National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Second graphic Vatican Council, 1962-1965: A church reborn” by Staff N20a — Best Sports Journalism First Place and Contributors – Sports news Arkansas Catholic, Little Rock, AR, “Arkansas Catholic First Place schools by the numbers” by Emily Roberts A very thoughtful and thorough job. Very well put together piece of journalism. Georgia Bulletin, Smyrna, GA, “War Eagles Follow In This graphic is eye catching for its color, easy to Footsteps Of Marist ‘Cadets’ ” by Andrew Nelson Third Place interpret and includes nice layers of information. Catholic culture through the years; reflected in one Second Place Hawaii Catholic Herald, Honolulu, HI, “A special institution, told through one team. Great research, The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Catholic Charities section in anticipation of the canonization of Blessed good quotes. 101” by Dianne Towalski Marianne Cope” by Patrick Downes, Darlene Dela Second Place This graphic includes a lot of information while not Cruz Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Little League World becoming heavy or bogged down in it through the use Very thorough, solid writing on a topic of great local, Series ‘cool experience’ ” by Andy Telli of large, bold, colorful figures. It’s also nice that the and international interest. Lacking faith angle, yet a very, very fine, high-quality graphic encourages action on the part of the reader. Honorable Mention piece. Staggeringly thorough. Nice play by play. Great Third Place description, abundant interviews & a sea of quotes. The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “Vestments and The Monitor, Trenton, NJ, “This Is Our Faith” by Staff symbols of the Office of the Cardinal” by Lucy Barco Third Place Engaging layouts that pull the reader in. Nice touch Arkansas Catholic, Little Rock, AR, “Girls join CHS Nice separation of visual items and good information. to highlight web-only features. fitness team — and win” by Leslie O’Malley Catholic Standard, Washington, D.C., “The Church, Our Clear narrative, interesting subject, good quotes. N17 — Best Headline Spiritual Home” by Mark Zimmermann, Javier Diaz, Concise & clean. First Place Rafael Crisostomo, Michael Hoyt Honorable Mention Clarion Herald, New Orleans, LA, “Pardon me: What is Very well presented. Clean, inviting layouts. Easy for Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “German exchange a plenary indulgence?” by Beth Donze reader to navigate student lives baseball dream” by Andy Telli June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 19 Newspaper Award Winners

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N20b — Best Sports Journalism Third Place Nice overview of church writings, plus tips for Observer, The, Rockford, IL, “Ashes to Ashes a Guide for applying it to daily life. – Sports feature or column Lent” by staff First Place The Dialog, Wilmington, DE, “Now playing for the Complete with Lenten recipes, this issue details the The Catholic Free Press, Worcester, MS, “Softball Oblates, Father Mike Vogt” by Mike Lang rules of fast and abstinence, but more importantly Slugger Sister covers all the bases at work and play” Separated by that little extra something - addresses prayer and giving. by William Clew personability, character, familiarity. Just a simple Honorable Mention beautiful story, well-told. What a gem. The Catholic Northwest Progress, Seattle, WA, “A Child Second Place is Born” by Greg Magnoni, Kevin Birnbaum, Ellen N23a — Best Coverage of Religious The A.D. Times, Allentown, PA, “Like Tebow, diocesan Bollard teams witness to their faith on the field” by Tami Center double spread on finding Christ around the Liberty Issues – Print Quigley world highlights seasonal coverage which includes First Place The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “Fight for religious Vatican creche. An incredibly high quality piece. The very definition freedom” by Joyce Coronel, Ambria Hammel, J.D. of stupendous reporting, a vast sea of great The Catholic Northwest Progress, Seattle, WA, “A Child Long-Garcia perspective & telling quotes. Well-edited and is Born” by Greg Magnoni, Kevin Birnbaum, Ellen assembled; comprising a beautiful mosaic of faith and The Catholic Sun did more than just cover rallies, it Bollard local sports culture. Stronger as a “here is how sports connected it’s content among many freedom issues and faith intersect here and now” overview. Stories on Christmas in local communities and a full including immigration and the Mexican war for page of color photos augment Christmas stories. Front religious freedom along with the HHS mandate and Third Place page bishop’s Christmas message. Forthnight of Freedom. The Compass, Green Bay, WI, “Packers Heritage Trail” Second Place by Jeff Kurowski Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Praying for Local state religion collides with the Catholic faith - N22 — Best Coverage of a Routine, liberty; A war on women’s faith; Trivia educates, this piece is the best of both worlds. A thorough Sacramental Event engages young adults” by Gretchen R. Crowe, Katie history, good reporting and a clean structure. First Place Bahr Honorable Mention The Tidings, Los Angeles, CA, “Christmas joy in Focusing on religious freedom with prayer, the battle Lynwood: Brother Cesar’s profession” by Doris The Tablet, Brooklyn, NY, “New Auxiliaries Share Love for women’s rights and even a trivia contest delivered Benavides of the Game” by Jim Mancari the freedom message to Catholic Herald readers. Beautiful story. Simple and well told. “If I will never A perfectly placed two-part feature; flush with Third Place be able to walk again, then teach me how to fly.” anecdotes, local history & personal flavor. Catholic Courier, Rochester, NY, “Best Print Coverage of Powerful stuff. Religious Liberty Issues” by Amy Kotlarz The Tablet, Brooklyn, NY, “Cyclones Pitcher Has Second Place Great art always helps great editorial and the Symbolic Glove” by Jim Mancari The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Finding God in the Catholic Herald trumpets this. Showing its people in Touching tale of a rich family history; told thru a darkness” by Julie Carroll, Dave Hrbacek action such as in the new “Task Force” helped show simple image, and woven into a larger tapestry of Tragedy reborn as hope from death to baptism. A the many faces of religion and liberty. faith and sport. touching tale of life, reborn anew. Honorable Mention Third Place Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “Alaskans called to N21 — Best Seasonal Issue Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Be sealed” by defend religious freedom/ The choice is ours ... for Gretchen R. Crowe now/ Religious liberty in the balance” by Patricia Coll First Place Freeman, Joel Davidson The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “Joy to the World” Beautiful picturesque intro. A heaping pile of quotes by Staff and background; well-sorted. Good interviewing and The Catholic Miscellany, Charleston, SC, “HHS reporting. Incredibly thorough overview, drenched in mandates contraception/sterilization coverage” by Rich array of stories with good photos and art, personal stories and insight. Christina Knauss, Amy Wise Taylor including the live play, The Story, plus inspirational articles, prayers, and children’s Christmas art. Honorable Mention The Catholic Northwest Progress, Seattle, WA, “A N23b — Best Coverage of Religious Second Place Sacrament that can change your life” by Kevin Liberty Issues – Photo The Visitor, St. Cloud, MN, “Lent 2012” by Staff Birnbaum, Ellen Bollard, Jean Parietti First Place An array of articles of inspiration, suggestions, and A too-often forgotten sacrament. A bevy of interviews The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Fortnight” by even a calendar for Lent. Well written news style and enlightening quotes. daily life and eternity, Tom McCarthy articles as well. together; thru grace and liberation and redemption. Vivid images from the pulpit to the plowed fields. 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Second Place Third Place Third Place The Catholic Miscellany, Charleston, SC, “More than The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Growing need” by The Leaven, Kansas City, KS, “Faith, hope and stamina” worship” by Douglas Deas Maria Wiering by Joe Bollig Uses a variety of voices and excellent reporting to Compelling storytelling in word and image. The N24 — Best Coverage of the illustrate the relevant issues of the election season. expressions on these faces tell the story, and the Year of Faith narrative is well written. A good marriage of image First Place N26 — Best Coverage of the and word. Catholic Herald, Diocese of Madison, Madison, WI, Honorable Mention “Year of Faith” by Staff 50th Anniversary The Catholic Miscellany, Charleston, SC, “Franciscan The Year of Faith wasn’t just a motto for the Catholic of Vatican II’s Opening sisters to move on after 25 years in Beaufort” by Amy Herald, it became real. It used the tips with great art First Place Wise Taylor to make something happen in the readers lives and The Catholic Northwest Progress, Seattle, WA, An engaging lead, charming descriptions of the published ‘How to Say the Rosary.” “Cathedral lecture will explore What Happened at subjects, and a warmly told narrative with smart use Second Place Vatican II; Archbishop shared Vatican II experience of quotes that advanced the story. with readers; Pope John XXIII shrine blessed” by Georgia Bulletin, Smyrna, GA, “Emphasis On Mary To The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Father’s Day . . . Kevin Birnbaum Color Upcoming Year; Archbishop Gregory Answers with a twist” by Dave Hrbacek Questions About Mary; Mary Cherished By Cubans A highly comprehensive dive into the history, An unusual angle on this story pulls the reader in to a As Virgin Of Charity” by Andrew Nelson, Michael implications and narrative of Vatican II. The well-told narrative. Alexander coverage provides a richness with a variety of voices Giving the Year of Faith a concrete platform was from academic to theological. N28 — Best Local Treatment brilliant by the archdiocese and the execution of Second Place dedicating the year to “Faith Personified” via the The Catholic Voice, Omaha, NE, “Second Vatican of the Olympics Virgin Mary was excellent execution of the project as Council 50 Years Later” by Lisa Maxson, Shannon First Place was the bishop’s Q and A about the Holy Mother. R.A. Tarvin, Deacon Randy Grosse, Joe Ruff Catholic Standard, Washington, D.C., “Golden Girl: Olym pic Swimmer Katie Ledecky” by Maureen Boyle, Third Place From home to Rome, the Catholic Voice’s coverage Mark Zimmermann, Rafael Crisostomo, Michael Hoyt The Colorado Catholic Herald, Colorado Springs, CO, provides a detailed and intimate look at the legacy of “An Opportunity for Great and Many Graces” by Bill Vatican II. Readers get to experience a part of Ledecky’s life as a champion, teen and faith-driven athlete. Howard, Veronica Ambuul, Dave Kottler, Michael Third Place Sheridan, Debbie Kelley Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Marking the Second Place Honorable Mention 50th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council” by Denver Catholic Register, Denver, CO, “Miss Olympic Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Year of Faith Francis X. Rocca, Cindy Wooden, Carol Glatz medalist: Missy Franklin” by Julie Filby, James Baca underway in Arlington, Faith for the whole family, Interesting reporting of first-person accounts of Through RV coverage we learned much about Missy Sherry Weddell, Sharing their faith” by Gretchen R. Vatican II. Brings the reader back to the feeling and Franklin. The writer shared more about her life and Crowe, Katie Bahr, Dave Borowski excitement of the era. her high school community. The Evangelist, Albany, NY, “What is the creed/ Third Place Explaining the creed, parts II and III” by Rev. N27 — Best Coverage of Vocations Catholic Courier, Rochester, NY, “Best Local Treatment Anthony Barratt of the Olympics” by Jennifer Burke, Mike Latona to Priesthood, Religious Life Great story of Olympian sharing her life with students. or Diaconate N25 — Best Coverage of the Election First Place N29 — Best Regular Column by a and Forming Conscience Orange County Catholic, Orange, CA, “Orange’s Bishop or Archbishop First Place Priests—Behind the Scenes” by Elisabeth Deffner First Place The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “Time to question These interesting “off time” profiles of priests Catholic Sentinel, Portland, OR, “A Child Betrayed” by the candidates” by Jean Gonzalez humanizes the subjects and displays a sense of lively Archbishop John Vlazny A comprehensive guide that touches on all the issues storytelling. The illustrations help advance the What a difficult message. Doesn’t get any tougher important to the candidates, voters and Catholics. narrative. A fun read. than this. And a perfect response, too; all facts and Second Place Second Place grace. Everybody should read this. National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Retail North Country Catholic, Ogdensburg, NY, “The Source Second Place politics not what they once were in NH,” “Races for of Vocations” by Bishop Terry LaValley, Father Bryan The Colorado Catholic Herald, Colorado Springs, CO, Congress feel super PAC influence,” “Rise of a Stitt, Kristina Dean, Kelly Donnelly, Ryan Grant, “The Bishop’s Voice - Greatful for God Given Rights, ‘Catholic Billy Graham’?” by Michael Sean Winters, Deacon Scott Belina When Evil Strikes, Freedom of Religion” by Michael Brian Roewe This special section of many stories provides an Sheridan This piece weaves in creative narratives to tell the encompassing understanding of vocations from many A beautiful reflection on evil’s face, born anew in fresh story of the election season, complete with excellent angles. Many personal stories, well told in a variety of tragedy. Local issue borne large. Impressive vocabulary photography. formats, engage the reader. and wordsmithing; eloquent structure & flow. June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 21 Newspaper Award Winners

Third Place N32b — GENERAL EXCELLENCE Pittsburgh Catholic, Pittsburgh, PA, “Regular column by – 17,001-40,000 Diocesan paper a bishop” by Bishop David A. Zubik First Place A very personal and moving story; how a selfless Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Last supper (Easter moment changes lives forever. Touching. Good Issue); Haitian priest in Nashville builds a bridge narrative story-telling. Clear focus. Simple, perfect between cultures; Earlier generations found church themes, fleshed out into relevant messages. at center of life” by Staff Honorable Mention Appealing design draws readers in and organizes The Evangelist, Albany, NY, “Bishop’s column (Priests’ content for easy access. Strong writing keeps the attitudes, Election time, Homily for Kateri reader in the stories, and story selection provides a canonization)” by Bishop Howard Hubbard broad view of Church news as well as a good sense of A clearly elucidated message to the Church and her Catholic life in the diocese of Nashville. peoples. Shows a sharp awareness of the day’s issues, Second Place without sinking into despair & hopelessness. High- The Catholic Spirit, Metuchen, NJ, “General Excellence” quality, thoughtful, well-organized writing. by Staff The Tidings, Los Angeles, CA, “Archbishop’s Message” Full of news about the diocese, The Catholic Spirit by Archbishop Jose Gomez shows how well a tabloid format can appeal to readers and feature photos. The image of the week One of the better writers in the competition. Good contest is wonderful fun. stories, great sources, profound message and effortless flow. Third Place Catholic Herald, Diocese of Madison, Madison, WI, N30 — Best Online/Multi-media “Catholic Herald-Diocese of Madison” by Staff After reading an issue of the Catholic Herald, one has Presentation of Visuals the sense of knowing what’s going on in every corner First Place of the diocese. The Herald editor creates a solid blend The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Lombardi of major stories, news briefs, and in depth pieces on pilgrimage for freedom” by Tom McCarthy Award N32d — First Place Catholic life. The video transports the viewer to the march with the Honorable Mention parishioners along country roads on a summer day. CARDINAL JOHN P. FOLEY The Valley Catholic, San Juan, TX, “The Valley It’s a masterful combination of filming and Catholic” by Brenda Nettles Riojas, Rose Ybarra storytelling. AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE Joy and vitality seem part of the editorial mix in the Second Place IN CATHOLIC JOURNALISM Valley Catholic. Impressive in design, editing, and Montana Catholic, Helena, MT, “Behind the Story - story selection, this paper can teach others how to Priests and their pets” by Eric Connolly N32a — GENERAL EXCELLENCE create joy and energy. A beautifully filmed and edited film that shows the The Compass, Green Bay, WI, “General Excellence” by softer side of priests - and their pets. Creative and – 1-17,000 Diocesan paper Staff adorable! First Place Well crafted and professional in every aspect, The Third Place The Catholic Northwest Progress, Seattle, WA, “General Excellence” by Greg Magnoni, Kevin Birnbaum, Ellen Compass provides an example of strong journalism Montana Catholic, Helena, MT, “Behind the Story - and skilled editing. Justice Outreach Project” by Eric Connolly Bollard The video storytelling puts a caring and youthful face Excellent editing, story selection, and art make this a N32c — GENERAL EXCELLENCE on work on Native American reservations in Montana. compelling read which provides an interesting portrait of the whole diocese. Special topic emphasis, – 40001+ Diocesan paper Honorable Mention especially the sacrament of reconciliation, give this First Place Georgia Bulletin, Smyrna, GA, “Cathedral Of Christ The paper added depth. Catholic New York, New York, NY, “Catholic New York” King: A Day In The Life” by Michael Alexander, by Staff Thomas Schulte Second Place Catholic Anchor, Anchorage, AK, “Religious liberty in Catholic New York once again dominates because of Simple yet evocative images captures a day in the life the balance” by Joel Davidson, Patricia Coll its outstanding journalism in every aspect. From news of this church. Freeman, Sandy Busch briefs and captions through news sections to tracking Strong leads, well developed stories and an Cardinal Dolan’s sojourn among Catholics and N31a — Best Newspaper Website interesting use of 3- and 4-column design creates an thoughtful, trenchant editorials, the paper feature – Stand-alone website open feel to the inside design. Well done headlines Second Place First Place with nicely balanced type fonts contribute to a fresh The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “General Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, feel, even to lengthy in-depth pieces. Excellence” by Staff “www.catholicnewsherald.com” by Catholic News Third Place Professional in writing, in photos, and in design, The Herald Staff, Kimberly Bender The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “General Excellence” Catholic Review is a wonderful paper from the A rich variety of stories provide the visitor engaging by Linda Reeves, Jean Gonzalez, Ann Borowski strength of its front page to the “Amen” section at the information on a variety of topics relevant to Catholic Slade, Michael Jimenez, Mary Rose Denaro, Michael end. Special topics like “Safe Surroundings” bring life. Carlock intelligent analysis and comment to the issue Second Place The Florida Catholic demonstrates how to make a Third Place The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “www.catholicsun.org” tabloid appealing. Good stories on parish Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, “Catholics to by Staff anniversaries add to a good briefs of major news DNC: ‘Listen up!’, Prayer, participation, protest, stories, national, international and Florida news. ‘Behold the Lamb of God’ by Patricia Guilfoyle, An orderly display of relevant stories keeps the visitor SueAnn Howell, Kimberly Bender engaged and interested in clicking for more content. Honorable Mention Idaho Catholic Register, Boise, ID, “Remembering The News Herald took great journalistic advantage of Third Place Vatican Council II” by Michael Brown, Ann Bixby, the presence of the Democratic National Convention to The Compass, Green Bay, WI, “Best stand-alone Loretta Gossi bring a distinctive Catholic perspective as well as Newspaper Website” by Staff advice and news to its readers. Strong color graphics Working with limited color, the Idaho Catholic support insightful stories and opinion pi There is a lot of information, but it’s well-organized in Register earned its place among the winners for an easy-to-navigate and visual design. creating a great sense of the diocese. Its features on Honorable Mention Vatican II 50 Years later had a strong local angle. Catholic Transcript, Bloomfield, CT, “The Catholic N31b — Best Newspaper Website The Spanish section adds to the breadth. Transcript/Top topic at prayer breakfast: First Amendment” by Staff – Interactive website The Message, Evansville, IN, “‘What differentiates us? The Transcript’s editors make it a very difficult First Place Our faith’ - Over 7,000 celebrate Year of Faith Mass newspaper to put down. Well written for readers, not The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Catholic Review at the Ford Center” by Rick Jillson, Mary Ann skimmers, catchy headlines draw one into stories Website” by Staff Hughes, Diane Csukas, Sheila Barclay, Steve Halbig, written with flair and appeal. Design fits the Catholicreview.org well serves the Archdiocese of Pee Wee Vasquez broadsheet format and handles news briefs and type. Baltimore with a variety of local and national issue Wonderful use of cover art puts The Message among coverage. the papers with “grabber” front pages. Magazine in FaithLife, Erie, PA, “FaithLife” by Jason Koshinskie, Second Place style, it is a well edited newspaper with a distinctly Rich Papalia None Selected modern look. Unique in layout, story length, and visuals, FaithLife Page 22 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Newspaper Award Winners

looks like a publication for Catholics under 40, with a Second Place Church. Well written and laid out, which is a serious design that emulates contemporary magazines. National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “National challenge with the lengthy depth stories the editors Catholic Reporter” by Staff and Contributors favor. Columnists Tomeo and Mannion round out a N32d — GENERAL EXCELLENCE Catchy headlines draw readers into insightful, staff – National newspaper sometimes provocative stories grounded in solid First Place reporting. Open front page bring freshness and appeal Honorable Mention The Catholic Register, Toronto, ON, “The Catholic with strong photo selection. Editorials take on the Catholic Health World, St. Louis, MO, “Catholic Health Register” by Staff pressing and challenging issues facing the Church. World” by Judith VandeWater, Julie Minda, Les Fresh and dynamic use of the tabloid format from Third Place Stock, Donna Troy Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington, IN, “Our Sunday photo dominant front page through the editorial page A well crafted newspaper for the American medical Visitor” by staff coupled with fine writing makes this a winner. Story and health community, Catholic Health World selection and appealing headlines plus good captions Compelling features and interviews address major combines an appealing writing style with creative fill out the quality of editing. issues and provide deeper knowledge about the graphics. Spanish Award Winners

S1a — Best News Writing Third Place Francisco Suárez’s columns (and a column about Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Creación y Eco de Suarez’s work by his colleague Giovana Sorio) have – Local/Regional Event Justicia” by David R. Aquije an edge and vitality drawn from Suarez’s years of First Place Muy bien escrita. reporting from around the globe. He succeeds in The Catholic Voice Newspaper, Oakland, CA, “Jesús conveying in sensory detail the human face of those Navarro latino lucha por un riñón para poder vivir” Honorable Mention who often go unseen. by Jose Aguirre El Centinela, Portland, OR, “Una mirada a los pioneros A poignant reminder of how everybody has a chance migrantes que llegaron a Oregón ” by Clarice Keating S4b — Best Column to turn their life around. Buen uso de sus fuentes locales para contar una historia de migración, no solo a este país también – Spiritual Second Place como migrantes encuentran un lugar acogedor y se First Place El Centinela, Portland, OR, “¡No! a nuevas detenciones” establecen ahí. El Centinela, Portland, OR, “En estos momentos pienso by Rocío Rios en el niño que nos ha sido traicionado” by Archbishop The problem is thoroughly explained and the quotes S3 — Best Editorial John Vlazny bring the story to life. Archbishop John Vlazny has written a painfully First Place honest column about his own anger and shame in the Third Place El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., “Separar los hechos de face of a molestation case in the diocese, and the El Catolico de Rhode Island, Providence, RI, los mitos” by Rafael Acosta imperative of effective action in a loving spirit. “Conferencia de Servidores y Ministros” by Ana Excelente comentario. El contenido es interesante, Maria Delgado importante y bien escrito. Second Place Good writing, the event is properly outlined and there Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “La Virgen de la is room for a more spiritual look as well. Second Place Altagracia, La Virgen de Chapi, Madre de las El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., “No esperemos que Américas” by Deirdre Cornell S1b — Best News Writing otros decidan por nosotros” by Rafael Roncal Dierdre Cornell sensitively shares how a community Roncal sigue con temas importantes y pone a sus of Dominican immigrants in New York sees Mary – National/International Event lectores en una posición para actuar. “full of grace” in their world. Beautiful descriptive First Place writing. El Centinela, Portland, OR, “Colombia y su proceso de Third Place Paz” by Antonio Andraus El Pueblo Catolico, Denver, CO, “Opinión: Mi misión Third Place Evangelizar, La Pedagogía de la alegría y el dolor, El Pueblo Catolico, Denver, CO, “Nuestra Iglesia: El don Interestante, informativo. El lector aprende algo sobre Una Iglesia viva y activa” by Mayé Agama del Sacramento de la Reconciliación, El Viernes Colombia y sobre nuestros vecinos en Portland. La voz de esta joven mujer es cálida. Santo, La Eucaristía” by P. Christopher Uhl, Equipo Second Place de Redacción, P. Daniel Cardó El Catolico de Rhode Island, Providence, RI, Honorable Mention This column combines the personal — a window “Conferencia Reunio a Musicos Hispanos del Este” by El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., “Tributo a ‘Carmelita broken by a baseball, followed by fear, confession and Silvio Cuellar de la Justicia’ by Rafael Roncal reconciliation — with powerful, common-sense Cuellar entiende que significa la música para insights about guilt and the way past it. parroquias católicas. S4a — Best Column Honorable Mention Third Place – General Commentary Idaho Catholic Register, Boise, ID, “El Evangelio” by El Centinela, Portland, OR, “Argentinos de Portland First Place Father Enrique Terriquez muy unidos a su país” by Rocío Rios Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “Buscando Father Enrique Terriquez looks into Matthew’s Este artículo es buen ejemplo de como un periódico Vida” by Moises Sandoval narrative of the birth of Christ and finds fresh lessons puede conectar temas internacionales con lo que está Moises Sandoval’s “Buscando Vida” columns have a about the coming of the “liberator, the fountain of pasando localmente. Pero nunca explica porque estos distinctive personal voice, supported by strong peace and fraternity in the human community.” argentinos sienten que tienen que manifestar. Que contextual material. And they have a bit of bite. A está pasando en Argentina para provocar esto? quote from Carlos Fuentes, included in a column in S5 — Best Personality Profile Necesitamos un párrafo que explica esto. this entry, refers to “a recognition that the world is First Place holy.” This is Sandoval’s gift: to see the sacred in Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Entre dos Culturas” S2 — Best Feature Story daily life. by Gabriela Romeri First Place Second Place Wonderful profile, the quotes are used in the best Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Una Cultura USCCB, Washington, D.C., “Entre Amigos” by Mar possible way. Migratoria” by David R. Aquije Muñoz-Visoso Second Place Lindas fotos y un reportaje excepcional sobre la gente Mar Muñoz-Visoso offers wise, seasoned commentary filipina que viaja a otros países para trabajar y como Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “En Palabras de on big-picture issues. These columns, on Pope Santos” by Gabriela Romeri afecta la iglesia. Benedict’s visits to Mexico and Cuba, and on the U.S. bishops’ “uproar” over religious liberty, are neither Great look at a very interesting life, ending allows for Second Place her voice to come through clearly and cleanly. El Pueblo Catolico, Denver, CO, “El perdón y la oración timid nor intemperate nor shallow; rather, they add to como camino de paz y reconciliación” by Lara the discourse. Third Place Montoya Third Place El Mensajero Catolico, Rochester, NY, “Abrió el camino Un tema importante después del tiroteo de Aurora. Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “El Mundo a través para los políticos” by Annette Jimenez Examina como la fe puede ayudar en tiempos tan de tus Ojos, Las Caras que no Vemos, Iglesia con Well-written profile, it’s a shame it was not used as difíciles. Sabor Latino” by Francisco Suárez, Giovana Soria the top story for that particular edition. June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 23 Spanish Award Winners

Award S18 — First Place, General Excellence

S6 — Best In-depth Analysis Second Place Honorable Mention First Place Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Amar al Pobre” by The Catholic Voice Newspaper, Oakland, CA, “Anuncio J. F. Dupuy, Gabriela Romeri alienta a jóvenes indocumentados” by Diana Otero El Mensajero Catolico, Rochester, NY, “Programa alienta soluciones tranquilas” by Annette Jimenez Great effort, but the story does not flow as well as it This clear, informative story on the new rules for Un trabajo muy profundo sobre como una comunidad does in “La Suplica del Migrante.” young immigrants was supplemented by strong puede reducir la violencia. Es exactamente la graphics and photography. descripción de análisis en reportaje. S9 — Best Newspaper Website El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., “Siembran miedo” by Second Place First Place Andrea Acosta Andrea Acosta built a balanced, deeply El Pueblo Catolico, Denver, CO, “Muchos experimentan El Centinela, Portland, OR, “elecentinelacatolico.org” by affecting story on the appalling conditions que el mundo no es seguro” by Mayé Agama Rocío Rios immigrants face in three apartment complexes in a Maryland city. An individual story with national Buen idea cubrir la tragedia del tiroteo de Aurora de Well-designed website, with a good balance of images implications. una perspectiva diferente. Gracias por encontrar gente and writing. para contar la historia. Second Place S12 — Best Coverage of Third Place El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., “www.elpreg.org” by El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., “El amor que nos Staff The Year of Faith tenemos” by Miguel Vivanco First Place Un ejemplo de una pareja sólida, un modelo para S10 — Best Coverage of A Routine, El Pueblo Catolico, Denver, CO, “Sección Redescubrir la otras familias. alegría de creer: El hombre es capaz de Dios, Corazón Sacramental Event inquieto/ Dios es Amor, El infinito Amor de Dios ha Honorable Mention First Place estado siempre conmigo/ Dios es Padre Creador, El Centinela, Portland, OR, “La informalidad destruye Not enough entries to be judged ¿conoces tu fe? by P. Daniel Cardó, Ricardo el empleo formal en México” by Antonio Andraus Simmonds, Mons. Bernard Schmitz, Mayé Agama, Buena idea y facil de seguir. Me gustaría ver Licia Pereira “expertos” comentar sobre el problema. S11 — Best Coverage of Immigration Great collection of articles that look at several aspects of faith. The editor has done a great job. S7 — Best Lead Article First Place El Centinela, Portland, OR, “La policía y las Second Place First Place deportaciones” by María Osterroth El Centinela, Portland, OR, “Los católicos están Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Buscando Vida en Maria Osterroth and Rocío Rios covered the full range llamados a vivir la catequesis, liturgia y caridad” by Abundancia” by David R. Aquije of immigration-related issues, from individual El Centinela Staff David is an extraordinary writer. Coming across his teenagers and families pursuing their dreams of stories is one of the best surprises of serving as a judge citizenship to hard-nosed, hard-news coverage of on this panel. dubious law-enforcement policies and the insights of S13 — Best Coverage of the Election sociologists and economists. Kim Nguyen’s powerful and Forming Conscience Second Place photos added much to the coverage. El Centinela, Portland, OR, “La policía y las First Place deportaciones” by María Osterroth Second Place El Catolico de Rhode Island, Providence, RI, “Diocesis The story succeeds in discussing a problematic issue El Mensajero Catolico, Rochester, NY, “Inmigración” by Promuere La Defensa de Libertad Religiosa” by and offering advice for people who may face a problem Annette Jimenez Bishop Thomas J. Tobin, Ana Maria Delgado down the road. Reporter Annette Jimenez integrated gut-wrenching The piece successfully combines commentary and Third Place personal anecdotes with thorough, balanced coverage quotes in a way that tells the story properly. of law enforcement, diplomacy, federal policy, and El Mensajero Catolico, Rochester, NY, “Distrito apoya Second Place liderazgo de los padres” by Annette Jimenez ministry responses. Four photographers vividly told their own stories. Superb, comprehensive coverage. El Pueblo Catolico, Denver, CO, “¿Cómo votar como A good example of a policy issue that can be reviewed verdaderos católicos?, Que nuestra fe se note en from a religious point of view. Third Place nuestra vida pública, El guardián de mi hermano” by Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Una Cultura Mons. Jorge De los Santos, Mayé Agama, Luis Soto S8 — Best Online/Multi-media Migratoria” by David R. Aquije Good effort to create a score-card for politicians. Maryknoll’s David R. Aguije crafted a fascinating, Presentation of Visuals original and instructive feature on the migrant Third Place First Place culture in the Philippines. Giovana Soria added El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., “¡Todos somos Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “La Súplica del hard-news coverage on collective response to a inmigrantes!, ¡Votando decidimos!, Lo justo y lo Migrante” by J. F. Dupuy, Gabriela Romeri rigorous new state anti-immigrant law. The correcto” by Rafael Roncal Well crafted, music fits perfectly. A beautiful message compelling design featured dramatic photos by Sean Story is interesting, but becomes confusing due to throughout. Sprague and others. political intricacies. Page 24 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Spanish Award Winners

S14 — Best Coverage of the 50th John Vlazny indocumentados. Es una reportera versátil y eficiente. Anniversary of Vatican II’s Archbishop John Vlazny combines his pastoral concern for churches and parishioners with a spirited S18b — GENERAL EXCELLENCE Opening defense of religious liberty. Not enough entries to be judged. – Publication CARDINAL JOHN P. FOLEY First Place S15 — Best Coverage of Vocations to El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., by Rafael Roncal AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE Priesthood, Religious Life or Este periódico tiene un diseño muy sofisticado y eso Diaconate IN CATHOLIC JOURNALISM atrae el lector. Adentro de las páginas encontramos artículos sobre la fe, sobre inmigración, sobre la vida First Place familiar, sobre el salúd y sobre la enseñaza. Hasta El Centinela, Portland, OR, “En medio del silencio de La S18a — GENERAL EXCELLENCE aparece notas sobre deportes. Me gustaría ver más Gruta las hermanas viven su carisma” by Rocío Rios, – Writer esfuerzo en publicar las opiniones de sus lectores y Clarice Keating más fotos de feligreses que de sacerdotes. First Place Exemplary profile. Faith and peace are evoked all the Rocío Rios, El Centinela, Portland, OR way through. Second Place Rocío Rios ha estado escribiendo y editando El Revista Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, by Revista Second Place Centinela por años, y siempre me ha gustado su estilo Maryknoll Staff, Valentín Concha-Núñez The Catholic Voice Newspaper, Oakland, CA, “Un día en y su habilidad como reportera y escritora. Pero este Simplemente es un placer leer esta revista. Cada vez la vida de nuestros seminaristas” by Jose Aguirre año se sobrepasó. Encontró temas no solamente que lo leo aprendo algo nuevo del mundo y me hace Fascinating look at the challenges faced by young men interesantes, pero poco investigados por otros medios sentir que ese mundo es más abundante y más bello who have followed their vocation. de comunicación. No solamente trató de escribir sobre que pensaba. Me hace acordar lo bueno. eventos anuales como Día de los Muertos, pero logró Third Place cubrir celebraciones y acontecimientos de actualidad. Third Place ¡OYE!, Chicago, IL, “Un Obispo es un servidor, no un Es buena narradora de sucesos de su comunidad y El Centinela, Portland, OR héroe / A bishop is a servant, not a hero” by Byron toca temas que causan controversia y están al El trabajo del equipo de El Centinela debe estar Macias momento en discusión. orgulloso de su trabajo excepcional este año. Para la Great story about faith and redemption. comunidad hispana de Portland es un gran recurso Second Place tener esta publicación que informe y pide que nos S16 — Best Regular Column Silvio Cuellar, El Catolico de Rhode Island, Providence, metemos en temas importantes en nuestra RI comunidad. By a Bishop or Archbishop Silvio Cuellar se dedica a examinar la vida espiritual First Place de sus lectores. Un buen escritor expresa grandes Honorable Mention El Pregonero, Washington, D.C., “Obras son amores, y cosas con pequeñas palabras y eso hace Silvio Sus El Mensajero Catolico, Rochester, NY no buenas razones” by Mons. Francisco Gonzalez, SF artículos son claros y concisos. Informativo. Este periódico hace un esfuerzo para Monsignor Francisco Gonzalez preaches with vigor, conectar con feligreses en Rochester. El periódico es Third Place para ellos, sobre ellos y parece ser redactado por ellos. wit and compassion through his columns. He calls us Annette Jimenez, El Mensajero Catolico, Rochester to cross the barriers, legal and otherwise, that we use Rhode Island Catholic, Providence, RI, by Bishop to protect ourselves from “the others.” Annette Jimenez conoce bien su comunidad y trabaja duro para cubrir temas significantes. Su trabajo sobre Thomas J. Tobin, Silvio Cuellar, Rick Snizek, Ana Second Place la ley DREAM del mayo de 2012 es impresionante Maria Delgado El Centinela, Portland, OR, “Una importante reflexión porque pudo encontrar gente directamente afectada Informativo. Siempre aprendo algo leyendo El sobre la importancia de la libertad” by Archbishop por la política del país con respecto a inmigrantes Católico. All Membership Classes Award Winners

A1 — Best Example of Effective Imagery and message work together well. Startling Advertising Promotion headline paired with tasteful copy. Third Place Originating with the East Texas Catholic, Beaumont, TX, “White Mass” by Publication Juan Ceja First Place Simple. Clean. Concise. Audience and purpose are Faith Catholic Publishing, Lansing, MI, “Advertising clear. specifications by publication” by Staff Honorable Mention FaithLife, Erie, PA, “Welcome, Bishop Persico” ad for Second Place Dahlkemper’s Jewelry Connection” by Elizabeth Boston Pilot, The, Braintree, MA, “Travel Guide 2012” Butterfield, Rich Papalia by Stephanie M. Rodricks, Staff Good imagery. Simple message. A2a — Best Single Ad Originating Catholic New York, New York, NY, “Reconciliation with the Publication Monday” by Molly Gallegos Imagery, size and copy work together well. Audience – Black and white and purpose are clear. First Place The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “Congratulations A3 — Most effective Single Piece of Class of 2012” by Michael Jimenez Award A16 — First Place Print Circulation Good use of imagery and grayscale. Clean. Clear. Not enough entries to be judged Simple. A2b — Best Single Ad Originating with the Publication – Color Second Place A4 — Best Print Circulation Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Hearts of First Place Gold” by Victoria Motsay, Advertising Staff The Colorado Catholic Herald, Colorado Springs, CO, Promotion Campaign Good position on the page. Use of white space makes “Year of Faith Pilgrimage to Italy” by Dave Kottler First Place this eye-catching. Clear call to action. Visually appealing. Good use of gradient tool in The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “Circulation Third Place layout. Message clear and complete. campaign” by Staff The Compass, Green Bay, WI, “The ‘door of faith’ is Second Place Planned effort evident. Very well done. opened” by Katie Jagiello, Amy Kawula The Dialog, Wilmington, DE, “Widows have to” by Second Place Good use of B&W. Virginia O’Shea None Selected June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 25 All Membership Classes Award Winners

A5 — Best Media Kit the Vine” by Father Steve Schreiber Created in 2012 Thoughtful outreach to young people. First Place The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Open Window” by The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Catholic Review Rita Buettner Media” by April Hornbeck, Kristina Freeman Enjoyable reading, uplifting and fun. Excellent media kit. Printed piece is beautiful. Usage clear. A9 — Best Online Content Not Second Place Published in Print The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “2012-2013 Media Kit” by Michael Jimenez, Jane Radetsky, Susan First Place Chronowski, Missy Haggerty North Texas Catholic, Fort Worth, TX, “ ‘Ignite My Heart, I Burn For You’ DCYC’s conference theme Excellent media kit, but actual usage unclear: Is this draws 1,400 youth”; “St. Mary of the Assumption’s a PDF? Folder presentation? newly renovated windows offer more than beauty”; Third Place “Diocese holds second annual Emerging conference Boston Pilot, The, Braintree, MA, “The Pilot Media Kit for young adults”; “Handmade with Prayer — Pray” 2012” by Stephanie M. Rodricks, Staff by Juan Guajardo, Jacqueline Burkepile, Juan Honorable Mention Guajardo, Juan Guajardo, Joan Kurkowski-Gillen, ¡OYE!, Chicago, IL, ¡OYE! 2014 Media Kit: Listening to Joan Kurkowski-Gillen God’s call / Escuchar la llamada de Dios” by John Second Place Rodríguez, Elisabeth Román, Carmen Aguinaco, The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Paralympian Sandra Navarro, Lena McDonagh visits Our Lady of Perpetual Help” by Elizabeth Lowe, Tom McCarthy

A6 — Best Local Retail Campaign Award A17d — First Place Third Place Originating with the The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “Drought and famine in Honorable Mention West Africa” by J.D. Long-Garcia, Ambria Hammel Publication Christian Foundation for Children and Aging, Kansas Honorable Mention First Place City, KS, “Around the World With CFCA” by Shanxi CUA Magazine, Washington, D.C., “Catholic University Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Irish Walk” Omoniyi, Veronica Batton web articles” by Ellen Woods, Katie Lee, Lisa Carroll by Victoria Motsay, David Garcia, Advertising Staff Excellent blend of reporting and storytelling, love the Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “On the Road Second Place pictures. in Rome” by Ann M. Augherton Arlington Catholic Herald, Arlington, VA, “Irish Collection” by David Garcia, Advertising Staff A8b — Best Online Blog A10 — Best Freestanding Online/ A7 — Best Promotional House Ad – Publication Multi-media Presentation of First Place First Place Photo Gallery or Slide Show National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “NCR Catholic Herald, Diocese of Madison, Madison, WI, First Place Today” by Staff and Contributors “Take steps to strengthen your faith” by Kat Wagner, Catholic Courier, Rochester, NY, “Local Catholics reflect Erik Peterson Wide variety of articles generate lively commentary. on the March For Life” by Mike Crupi Helpful links encourage the reader to explore deeper Excellent imagery. Good use of size. Copy works. into subjects of interest. Second Place Clear call to action. The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Archbishop Lori Second Place Second Place among record Preakness crowd” by Tom McCarthy America Magazine, New York, NY, “In All Things” by The Catholic Voice, Omaha, NE, “Catholic Voice in the Maurice Timothy Reidy Third Place Classroom” by Shannon R.A. Tarvin, Deacon Randy Catholic Courier, Rochester, NY, “Breakfast with Santa” Grosse Broad in scope. Excellent writing. Format easy to by Mike Crupi select articles of interest to the reader. Like direct Well done. Good use of color and size. links to other articles by same author. Honorable Mention Third Place El Mensajero Catolico, Rochester, NY, “Police, kids The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Change is Good” Third Place dance the day away” by Tamara Tirado U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “U.S. Catholic Blog” by U.S. by April Hornbeck, Kristina Freeman Catholic Staff Valley Catholic, The, San Juan, TX, “Three New Priests The simplicity of this ad really works. Clear — Ordination Mass, May 2012” by Terry De Leon, Provides access to and insightful commentary on a information. Purpose clear. Cesar Riojas, Brenda Nettles Riojas variety of topics of interest to Catholics. Promotes Honorable Mention lively discussion. Somewhat slow loading. Western New York Catholic, Buffalo, NY, A11 — Best Freestanding Online/ “wnycatholic.org ‘Like’” by Carolyn Luick Honorable Mention The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ, “Catholic Sun Blog” by Multi-media Presentation Excellent imagery. Minimal text, yet message still Ambria Hammel, J.D. Long-Garcia clear. Well done. of Video Enjoyed the mix of informative articles and local First Place The Florida Catholic, Orlando, FL, “It goes where you coverage. Christian Foundation for Children and Aging, Kansas go” by Michael Jimenez City, KS, “One Dream: The Story of Rey and Allison” Good use of color and size. Clean, clear message. A8c — Best Online Blog by Michele Batliner, Judy-Anne Goldman, Greg – Individual Sheffer, Bryan Rich A8a — Best Online Blog First Place Second Place – Group or association National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “All One Magazine, New York, NY, “CNEWA Annual Report 2011” by Staff First Place Things Catholic” by John L. Allen Jr. USCCB, Washington, D.C., “USCCB Blog” by Mary Ann Careful consideration, goes deep raises level of Third Place Walsh, Don Clemmer, Mar Munoz-Visoso, Norma conversation on topics of interest to Catholics and all The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “VIDEO: Montenegro Flynn, Matt Palmer thoughtful people. Archdiocesan Youth Day 2012” by Dianne Towalski Very well written and produced. Second Place Honorable Mention National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, “Grace on Catholic News Service, Washington, D.C., “What’s in a Second Place name?” by Chaz Muth Congregation of Holy Cross, United States Province, the Margins” by Jamie Manson Notre Dame, IN, “Holy Cross Vocations Blog” by Rev. In-depth reporting on topics that deserve our The Catholic Spirit, St. Paul, MN, “Catholic cowboy James Gallagher, C.S.C., Director, Office of Vocations, attention. relies on his faith” by Dianne Towalski Rev. Andrew Gawrych, C.S.C., Associate Director, Third Place Office of Vocations National Catholic Reporter, Kansas City, MO, A12 — Best Electronic Newsletter Great cross section of interesting and informative “Distinctly Catholic” by Michael Sean Winters First Place articles. Lively subjects and writing stimulates reader One Magazine, New York, NY, “Discover ONE Online” Third Place discussion. by Staff One Magazine, New York, NY, “ONE TO ONE” by Staff Honorable Mention Recognizable “brand” in layout and palette. Headlines Inclusive important reporting. Faith Magazine-Diocese of Erie, Erie, PA, “Youth Talk on and photos draw you in. Page 26 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 All Membership Classes Award Winners

Second Place U.S. Catholic, Chicago, IL, “U.S. Catholic e-bulletin” by U.S. Catholic Editors Thought provoking content delivered in a well designed format. Clean use of type contrasts. Red, gray and black very sophisticated. Third Place Christian Foundation for Children and Aging, Kansas City, KS, “Faces of the Movement” by Veronica Batton, Shanxi Omoniyi Very attractive layout: colorful, compact, easy to navigate. Honorable Mention CatholicPhilly.com, Philadelphia, PA, “CatholicPhilly.com Electronic Newsletter” Lively content, clean presentation, calls you to click. Award 17b — First place Congregation of Holy Cross, United States Province, Catholic” by Juan Ceja, Karen Gilman, Jeff Dixon, Notre Dame, IN, “Duc in Altum” by Rev. James Sarah Dupre Gallagher, C.S.C., Director, Office of Vocations, Rev. Andrew Gawrych, C.S.C., Associate Director, Office of A16 — Best Web and Print Vocations Clean template like layout, attractive palette. Combination Package First Place Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, “Ad Limina 2012” A13 — Best General Publisher by SueAnn Howell, Kimberly Bender Website Excellent coverage. Well integrated and First Place interconnected. Montana Catholic, Helena, MT, “The Roman Catholic Second Place Award 17a — First place Diocese of Helena” by Brooke Tierney, Renee St. CUA Magazine, Washington, D.C., “Safe Haven” by Martin Wizeman Lisa Carroll, Donna Hobson, Ed Pfueller, Bart “Kerala’s Spice Coast; The High Stakes of Leaving; A significant amount of meaningful content is well Pollock, Ellen woods Salvaging Dignity” is a textbook demonstration of organized with quick access to additional Addition of video is complementary and informative great reporting, visual storytelling, design and copy information. to the print and digital magazine story. Lovely editing. Second Place photography. Second Place VISION Catholic Religious Vocation Discernment Guide, Third Place Peter Finney Jr., Clarion Herald, New Orleans, LA Chicago, IL, “VISION Vocation Network” by Patrice One Magazine, New York, NY, “Profiles of the Eastern J. Tuohy, Joel Schorn, ideaPort LLC, Anne Marie “Forty-seven minutes and a life filled with meaning” Churches: The Ecumenical Patriarchate of is an inspiring story that the writer told masterfully! O’Kelley, Carol Schuck Scheiber, T & J Studios Constantinople” by Michael J. L. La Civita, Erin This is a very deep site, a great deal of content Edwards Third Place Teddie Gallaher, The Augustinian, Villanova, PA, displayed within a fairly organized structure. Good Impressive series uncovering diverse roles. Beautifully use of color in layout and photos. produced across media. Beautiful work overall. Third Place Honorable Mention Honorable Mention CatholicPhilly.com, Philadelphia, PA, Catholic News Herald, Charlotte, NC, “Our new J.D. Long-Garcia, The Catholic Sun, Phoenix, AZ “CatholicPhilly.com” by CatholicPhilly.com Staff shepherds” by Catholic News Herald Staff Fr. Peter John Cameron, O.P., Magnificat, Yonkers, NY Fairly clean navigation. Well integrated imagery and message across platforms. A17c — Individual Excellence A14 — Best Original Poetry – Photographer/Artist First Place CARDINAL JOHN P. FOLEY First Place Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “The Option for the Poor” by AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE IN Tamara Tirado, Catholic Courier, Rochester, NY Joseph R. Veneroso, M.M. CATHOLIC JOURNALISM Impressive use of great photographs in a multimedia Second Place format — from paper to web. Maryknoll, Maryknoll, NY, “Take my Hand and Let me A17a — Individual Excellence Second Place Go” by Joseph R. Veneroso, M.M. Rick Musacchio, Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN Third Place – Writer First Place Textbook demonstration of using high-quality Magnificat, Yonkers, NY, “The Killed Calf” by Rita A. photographs to accentuate text. Simmonds Theresa Laurence, Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN Second Place Third Place Honorable Mention Daria Erdosy, One Magazine, New York, NY Mission Magazine, New York, NY, “Hand in Hand” by Nancy Frazier O’Brien, Catholic News Service, Mary Regis McLoughlin Washington, D.C Beautiful and effective design! Third Place Honorable Mention Faith Magazine-Diocese of Erie, Erie, PA, “Who will love Mike Crupi, Catholic Courier, Rochester, NY these boys?” by John C., Kenja T. Tennessee Register, Nashville, TN, “Bishops continue to fight for religious freedom; Nobel Prize shows stem Breath-taking photographs! cell research can be ethical, productive; Priests adapt A15 — Best Redesign to changes in church since Vatican II; Church Juan Ceja, East Texas Catholic, Beaumont, TX First Place answered WWII’s call with the rest of U.S.; Little Great service to your publication and to your readers. Northwest Indiana Catholic, Merrillville, IN, League World Series “cool” by Andy Telli “Northwest Indiana Catholic” by Staff Honorable Mention A17d — Individual Excellence Second Place One Magazine, New York, NY, “Religious Minorities in – Advertising/Business/ The Catholic Review, Baltimore, MD, “Best Redesign” by the Middle East; Middle East Christians and the Staff Arab Awakening; Keep Alive the Flame of Divine Marketing Professional Love (Subsection: Why It Matters)” by Elias D. First Place Third Place Mallon Brenda Williams, Faith Magazine-Diocese of Erie, Erie, Claretian Publications, Chicago, IL, “U.S. Catholic: PA June, August, September 2012” by Tina Herman, Don Clemmer, USCCB, Washington, D.C., “Catholics Tom Wright, U.S. Catholic Editors Care. Catholics Vote.” Impressive entry, but even more impressive is the enterprising way in which Ms. Williams does her job. 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Stuart Babington is an assistant professor of journalism includes using social media, traditional media and inter- ica, St. Anthony Messenger, Jesuit Journeys, MOMEN- in the Communication Arts Department at Spring Hill nal communication outlets. His responsibilities involve TUM and US CATHOLIC. College in Mobile, Ala. He teaches classes in beginning managing Marquette’s social media presence, including and intermediate reporting, feature-writing, publication Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest. Under his direc- Jim Nelson is a Deputy Business Editor and PolitiFact design, media history, and media law and professional tion, Marquette was recently named one of the Top 10 Wisconsin reporter at the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. A ethics. Babington worked for 15 years as a journalist. He most influential university Twitter accounts. graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he’s earned his doctorate degree in mass communications in worked at the Journal Sentinel and several other Wiscon- 2007. Daniel Garcia was born in Trujillo, Peru, in 1967, lived sin newspapers for 30 years. He’s also a part-time faculty in the Andean city of Arequipa and later in the capital, member at Marquette University and has taught at nu- Paola Banchero es profesora de periodísmo en la Uni- Lima. He graduated from the Pontifical Catholic Univer- merous other area colleges and schools. He’s immediate versidad de Alaska Anchorage. Ha trabajado como peri- sity with a degree in Linguistics and Latin American Lit- past-president of the Milwaukee Press Club. odista en muchos lugares, incluyendo México. Una de sus erature and later worked as a creative advertising writer areas de investigación es la religión y los medios de comu- for TV commercials and institutional documentaries. In Pam Nettleton is an assistant professor at the Diederich nicación. 1995 he moved to the U.S. to pursue postgraduate studies College of Communication at Marquette University, obtaining M.A. in Communications at Wheaton College, where she teaches magazine writing. She has more than (Paola Banchero is a professor of journalism at the Uni- Illinois and later an MFA in Filmmaking at Ohio Univer- 30 years experience writing for regional and national versity of Alaska Anchorage. She has worked as a journal- sity. His body of work includes narrative pieces and docu- magazines. Her award-winning essays appear in Red- ist in many states and Mexico. One of her areas of mentaries. As a narrative filmmaker he is particularly book, Sports Illustrated for Kids, Family Fun, Fine Gar- research is religion and media.) inclined to stories of human interaction with experimental dening, Better Homes & Gardens, and other publications elements aimed to unveil aspects of the characters sub- and websites. Geof Blaesing is a designer for the Milwaukee Journal consciousness. As his thesis project in film school he pro- Sentinel. In his 35 years at the Journal Sentinel and The duced and directed Lurigancho, a documentary about the Dr. Bradley Owens a senior lecturer in the journalism Milwaukee Journal, Geoff has been a copy editor, graphics lives of minority incarcerated men in Peru’s largest department at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, is a vet- editor, photo editor and art director. He also has served prison. In 2006 he directed and produced the documentary eran newspaper reporter and editor. He has written ex- on the board of the Society of News Design. In addition he Drawings and War about the experiences of children ab- tensively on Catholic life and other dimensions of faith for has been an instructor of newspaper design at Marquette ducted by the Lords Resistance Army in the north of both Catholic and general-interest print media. Dr. Owens University. Uganda. He also directed The Gift of ALL: A community teaches courses in international communication, media of Givers a documentary about the nature of philan- and politics, reporting, and editing, and has worked as a Greg Borowski has been senior editor-projects and in- thropy and community engagement in Grand Rapids, reporter and scholar in many countries around the world. vestigations for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel since Michigan. He recently completed the Short Film He earned his bachelor’s degree in religion and journalism July of 2009. In that role, he has edited projects that have Pescadora and currently working in the screenplay and at Baylor, his master’s degree in Latin American studies won two Pulitzer prizes, two George Polk Awards, two planning of his first feature length narrative film. His at the University of Texas at Austin, and his doctorate in Barlett & Steele awards and numerous other national work has been awarded and screened in many film festi- government at Georgetown University in Washington, contests. In 2012, he served as a Pulitzer juror. Borowski, vals in the United States and internationally some of it D.C. He and his wife are active in ecumenical community who spent nearly 20 years as a reporter, is a Marquette has been also broadcasted at PBS stations around the and prison ministries in Central Texas. University graduate and part-time instructor in Mar- country. He teaches at the Communication Art Depart- quette’s journalism program. ment at Spring Hill College Mobile Alabama. Janden Richards received her B.F.A and M.A. from Hunter College of the City University of New York. Her Suzan Brinker graduated from Marquette University in Dr. Ana Garner is Associate Professor in the J. William teaching career began in the Northeast while she simul- 2012 with a M.A. in communication. She now lives in and Mary Diederich College of Communication at Mar- taneously served as the Director of Art and Package De- State College, PA with her husband and works as the e- quette University. She holds a Ph.D. and M.A. from the sign for Crayola. She has taught at Pratt Institute, Penn commerce marketing coordinator for the outdoor retailer University of Iowa, a BA from Douglass College, Rutgers State University, Philadelphia University and the Penn- Woolrich Inc. In her free time, Suzan loves to cook vege- University and has 25 years experience as an artist. She sylvania College of Art & Design. After relocating to Mo- tarian and vegan foods, train for long-distance races, teaches courses in magazine design and production. bile, she served as an Adjunct Instructor at Spring Hill write, read, freelance, and play volleyball. College while working in the private sector as an Art Di- As the Theology Department Chair at Divine Savior rector for Red Square Agency. In 2002 she decided to ded- Sharee Broussard is a native of Louisiana and received Holy Angels High School in Milwaukee, Wis., Judith Gilles - icate her career to teaching and is currently a full-time her doctorate in Mass Communication with a minor in pie offers her students the benefit of an education in both Associate Professor at Spring Hill College. Her courses in- Marketing from the University of Southern Mississippi in theology and journalism from Marquette University, en- clude Graphic Design I, II and III, Color Theory, Illustra- 2009. She completed her coursework in two years while couraging them to be curious, articulate, and thoughtful tion and Senior Seminar/Independent Study. Ms. working full time as an instructor at Spring Hill College writers. Richards is a member of the American Institute of and part time as a community volunteer, all while main- Graphic Arts, the University and College Design Associa- taining an active family life. Her dissertation: Source- Rory Gillespie is the Director of Communications for the tion (UCDA) and the American Advertising Federation. Message-Receiver in Integrated Marketing Commu ni- Wisconsin Province of the Society Jesus and a part-time Her students consistently earn honors in the student di- cation: A Study of U.S. Institutional Advancement won instructor at Marquette University’s College of Commu- vision of the ADDY awards presented by AAF Mobile Bay. the Council for the Advancement and Support of Educa- nications. He edits “Jesuit Journeys” magazine, which has tion’s 2010 Alice L. Beeman Outstanding Dissertation earned CPA honors. Award for Research in Communications and Marketing Gary Rummler has been an adjunct professor in journal- ism at Marquette University since 2002 when he retired for Educational Advancement. Shoshana Herndon is the former education editor for the She is an accredited public relations practitioner who Starkville Daily News in Starkville, Miss. She is a writer after 40 years with the old Milwaukee Journal and later received her Bachelor’s degree in public relations from the and photographer who believes everyone has a story. She with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. He also is the writ- University of Louisiana in 1990 and her Master’s degree graduated in May with a Master of Communication from ing instructor and editor of Marquette’s annual Urban in PR from USM in 1992. She is also a graduate of Lead- Marquette University. Journalism Workshop for high school students. ership Lafayette, La. Class XVI. Dan Johnson is the Chief Photographer for Marquette James Scotton is an associate professor in the Depart- Steve Byers’ resume line is simple: Stephen R. Byers, University. He has held this position since 1983 and ment of Journalism at Marquette University. He has been Ph.D., assistant professor of Journalism, Marquette Uni- started as a staff photographer in 1977. Prior to 1977, Dan a reporter and editor for newspapers in Wisconsin and versity, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. was a staff photojournalist for two newspapers. He has North Carolina, for The Associated Press and in Washing- He was with the Milwaukee Journal, for 27 years at the photographed four Nobel Prize recipients including ton, D.C. and Shanghai, China. time one of America’s top ten ranked When he left, The Mother Teresa, two U.S. Presidents and Archbishop Journal was no longer one of the top ranked newspapers, Desmond Tutu to name a few. Dan is a frequent guest lec- Willy Thorn is a Milwaukee-based journalist (BA & MA demonstrating, Byers insists, the difference between “cor- turer in College of Communications visual communication - Marquette Univ.) & longtime contributor to the Catholic relation” and “causation.” classes. Press. His body of work includes stints at Catholic News Leaving the Journal, at age 55, he began a doctoral pro- Service, in Washington DC & the Union of Catholic Asian gram at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, earning John Klein John Klein is photo editor of The Milwaukee News, in Bangkok. He recently published his first book — a Ph.D. in Urban Studies before joining the faculty at Journal Sentinel and the web editions JSeverywhere. He “Brother Booker Ashe: It’s Amazing What the Lord Can Marquette. Today he serves as adviser to Marquette’s stu- has worked as a photographer and photo editor at news- Do,” about America’s most famous black monk. dent media and teaches alternative media, digital jour- papers in Ohio, West Virginia, Michigan and Wisconsin. nalism, and editing classes. His research is primarily into He graduated from Ohio University with a degree in jour- Following several years in weekly and daily journalism community-building techniques using media, especially nalism and holds a master’s degree from Ohio University in Minnesota, Dr. William Thorn joined the journalism fac- minority and gendered efforts. in photojournalism. Klein is a member and former board ulty at Marquette; chairman, dept. of Journalism; director member of the National Press Photographers Association. Institute for Catholic Media; responsible for religious jour- Mario Canseco is Vice President at global research firm He has won numerous awards for his photography and nalism courses; consultant to the Pontifical Council for Angus Reid Public Opinion. Mario writes about Canadian editing. As well as his work at the Journal Sentinel, Klein Social Communications on Aetatis Novae and other mat- and international politics for the Vancouver Sun newspa- teaches photography in Marquette University’s Diederich ters. Books include Dorothy Day and the Catholic Worker per and provides commentary for Canadian Television College of Communication. Movement, Marketing the News, and Visual Persuasion. (CTV). Mario served as Foreign Editor of La Razón, writ- ing and editing articles for the Spanish-language Mexico Susan Mountin, Ph.D., directs Manresa for Faculty at Chris Wysocki is currently a communication teaching City-based newspaper. Marquette University where she has taught journalism assistant at Marquette University with five years profes- and theology courses since 1977. She was formerly asso- sional teaching experience instructing American litera- Tim Cigelske is Senior Communication Specialist for ciate editor at the Milwaukee Catholic Herald and US ture and Advanced Placement English Language and Marquette’s Office of Marketing in Communication, which CATHOLIC magazine. She has been published in Amer- Composition as a high school English chair. Page 28 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Book Award Winners

B1 — Popular Presentation This commentary joins Perkins other excellent books and commentaries on the New Testament. It is clear, of the Catholic Faith concise and filled with brief but pertinent, well-placed First Place and insightful side-bars of information that Saved by Beauty, by Brother Michael O’Neill McGrath, contextualize Paul’s words with his world. It can be OSFS; Forward by Robert Ellsberg; Edited by used profitably by college and university teachers, as Christine Krzystofczyk, World Library Publications, well as by pastors in parish bible classes. Franklin Park, IL Second Place This is a charming, colorful tribute to our soon-to-be God’s Saving Grace: A Pauline Theology, by Frank J. Saint Dorothy. The author-painter’s artwork and Matera, William B. 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Part I of the book focuses on the sources Baker Academic, Ada, MI and origins of monastic tradition. Part II guides us incentive for readers to continue the personal search. Despite the narrow focus of this work, its theological through the seasonal rhythms of monastic life treatment of the sacrament of baptism rooted in the Second Place symbols, feast days and celebrations and special early Christian tradition, provides an excellent Genius Born of Anguish: The Life and Legacy of Henri saints. Inspiring! Nouwen, by Michael W. Higgins & Kevin Burns, Paulist Press, resource for understanding baptism in its historical Mahwah, NJ development. The inclusion of numerous visual images B3 — Theology adds to the thorough treatment of the subject matter. A very readable book that provides valuable insight First Place into the life of Henri Nouwen and helps us If These Walls Could Talk, by Maureen H. O’Connell, Third Place Hunger and You Fed me, Homilies and Reflections for understand his fragility, which is important to better Liturgical Press, Collegeville, MN appreciate the spiritual quest that he so graciously Cycle C, by Deacon Jim Knipper, Editor featuring At the cutting edge of theology and theological shared with each of us. James Martin, S.J. and Richard Rohr, OFM, Clear publication, this book explores themes of justice, Vision Publishing, Manalpan, NJ Third Place beauty, and peace in public art. With a distinctive Good publications for preachers are hard to come by, Saints As They Really Are: Voices of Holiness in Our voice, the author skillfully weaves broad theological but this work is a wonderful exception. 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Christopher Thomas Aquinas, by Reinhard Hutter, William B. addresses the questions that surround end-of-life Armstrong, Monsignor William Cleves and Margo Eerdmans Publishing Company, Grand Rapids, MI. illnesses, aging, dying well with dignity at the end of , Warminski David-Flischel Enterprises, Cincinnati, These essays display a rich, adventurous, and life, and how best to approach the contexts where the OH integrated theological vision rooted in the work of personal skills are blessings to the dying, their This beautifully produced book presents a rich Thomas Aquinas. Ranging from questions of the families, and the pastoral minister. pilgrimage of visual images in glass, paint, mosaic university to human emotions, from politics to Second Place and stone with accompanying commentary, prayers contemplation, this volume delivers on the promise of Nourishing the Spirit, by James D. Whitehead, Evelyn and scripture passages. It is an amazing collection resourcement in theology. Eaton Whitehead, Orbis Books, Maryknoll, NY thoughtfully grouped in 10 sections representing the Here is another wonderful new book from the White- richness of Catholic tradition and culture. B4 — Scripture heads. They continue to help us to understand and Second Place First Place nurture the spiritual ideas that lead to feelings of well- A World of Prayer, by Rosalind Bradley, Orbis Books, First Corinthians, by Pheme Perkins, Baker Academic, being and lives of wholeness as they guide us to the Maryknoll, NY Ada, MI positive emotions that nurture mind, body, and spirit. June 2013 The Catholic Journalist Page 29 Book Award Winners

Third Place to the basic challenges faced by newly married couples My Neighbor’s Faith, by Jennifer How Peace, Or N. in today’s world. Based on their own life experiences Rose, Gregory Mobley, Orbis Books, Maryknoll, NY they show us to use these challenges as opportunities for growth. Read and be blessed by this “must read” collection of inspiring and penetrating stories about interreligious Third Place encounters. Build Your House Upon Rock: A Bible Study for Catholics Preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage, by Nancy Humes, Emmaus Road Publishing, B7 — Professional Steubenville, OH First Place Nancy Humes has put together a wonderful biblical God’s Mission and PostModern Culture, by John C. study guide that would be a welcome addition to a Sivalon, MM, Orbis Books, Maryknoll, NY marriage preparation program. In fact this is a great God calls each of us to “Mission.” This book expertly enrichment tool for any married couple looking to learn what God has to say about marriage. examines mission in the context of postmodern Award B2 — First Place Award B4 — First Place culture, modern physics, post Vatican II thought, and process theology. The book is informative, Second Place B12 — History challenging, and prayerful! Wasn’t Dead When I Wrote This, by Lisa-Marie First Place Second Place , Calderone-Stewart Loyola Press, Chicago,IL Latin Catholicism: Transformation in America’s Largest The Inner Life of Priests, by Gerard J. McGlone, SJ and This book is an all around winner for the life of a , Church, by Timothy Matovina, Princeton University Len Sperry Liturgical Press, Collegeville, MN Christian teen. The voice in which it is written, the Press, Princeton, NJ This book certainly provides an indepth look at the issues raised and the penetration of the inner life of a A towering and timely overview of the Latino Catholic priest from inner psychological development and teen possess startling accuracy. While it is written by experience in America from the sixteenth century to unfolding to outside cultural challenges. An an adult, the book brings across the urgency of having the present, with particular focus on the important exceptional book for anyone in vocation work, the courage to be your authentic self, the paramount ways the U.S. Catholic Church, its evolving Latino seminary training or priestly evaluation. issue for teens. majority and American culture are mutually Third Place Third Place transforming one another. Forever You — A Book About Your Soul and Body, by Same Call, Different Men, by Mary L. Gautier, Paul M. Second Place Peri, Rev. Stephen J. Fichter, Liturgical Press, Nicolle Lataiff; Illustrated by Mary Rojas, Pauline History of the World Christian Movement, Volume II Collegeville, MN Books & Media, Boston, MA Modern Christianity from 1545-1800, by Dale T. This study combines the personal stories of priests This lively colorful multi-racial book cover and story Irvin, Scott W. Sundquist, Orbis Books, Maryknoll, with research and statistics covering priestly life and about the soul in relation to the body broaches an NY ministry. There is also an extended section dealing abstract idea with profound simplicity. It will open a This work eschews the myopic Eurocentric view of with the sexual abuse crisis and its effects. If you child’s heart and awareness to the invisible spirit history choosing instead a broad global perspective want to know the priest of today, this book offers a which infuses life at so many times and in so many that gives a rightful place to the peoples of Africa, very realistic view backed by facts and numbers. places. Asia, Latin America and the Near East in telling the complete story of the growth of Christianity and its B8 — Design and Production B10 — First Time Author relationship to culture and the era of colonialism, First Place nationalism and the corresponding missionary efforts. First Place The Infertility Companion for Catholics, by Angelique Notre Dame’s Happy Returns, by Brian O’Conchubhair, Ruhi-Lopez and Carmen Santamaria, Ave Maria Third Place Susan Mullen Guibert, Photography: Matt Cashore, Press, Notre Dame, IN Were the Popes Against the Jews? Tracking the Myths, Confronting the Ideologies, by Justus George Lawler, University of Notre Dame Press, Notre Dame, IN A sympathetic treatment of what can be a William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company, Grand The dust jacket of this book features elements that heartbreaking situation for couples who want Rapids, MI certainly capture the attention of anyone with Irish children, this book includes clear, accessible blood in his/her veins. Houses along the banks of the explanations of Church teaching on various methods An appealing and apologetic work by a meticulous River Liffey, a football, some of Dublin’s famous doors of dealing with infertility, including those that are scholar and editor, rebutting the many fallacious and a typical Irish cottage. In almost 200 full-color and are not considered moral by the magisterium, as anti-Semitic accusations against the popes over the photographs the taste and feel of Ireland is brought to well as helps for coping with the emotions connected centuries. It comes as a timely counter to David I. the reader. with infertility. Kertzer’s The Popes Against the Jews (2001). Second Place Second Place A Call to Vision: A Jesuits Perspective on the World, by Living Celibacy: Healthy Pathways for Priests, by B13 — Biography , Gerdnio Sonny Manuel, SJ, Paulist Press, Mahwah, Don Doll, S.J. Magis Productions, Creighton First Place University Press, Omaha, NE NJ Redeeming the Past, by Father Michael Lapsley with Thoughtful yet practical approach to the celibate life. Father Doll, S.J. is a world-renowned photojournalist Stephen Karakashian, Orbis Books, Maryknoll, NY and this handsome book gives us a sample of his Though aimed specifically at priests this handbook Here is the gripping, inspirational story of a unique insight into the human condition. It contains could also be useful for those in the single, divorced or courageous Anglican priest from New Zealand who dozens of his pictures in both black and white, and widowed states, who are trying to live chastely lost both hands and one eye to a letter bomb sent to full-color. The book is printed on chrome-coated stock celibate lives. him as a result of his activism in the struggle against providing the pictures with the clarity and sharpness Third Place apartheid in South Africa, and how he used his that they deserve. The type selection is excellent as are What’s so Funny About Faith, by Jake Martin, S.J., misfortune to bring healing to victims of violence, all the page designs. Loyola Press, Chicago, IL terrorism, racism and genocide there and throughout Third Place Jake Martin, S.J. shares light-hearted stories and the world. , anecdotal humor that strengthen one’s understanding Journey to the Heart, by Kim Nataraja Orbis Books, Second Place Maryknoll, NY and acceptance of faith and the importance of God in our lives. Add this book to an adult faith formation Leonardo and The Last Supper, by Ross King, Walker This overview and an analysis of Christian class for a fresh source of insight and conversation. Books, New York, NY contemplatives from Jesus Christ to John Main is an artfully designed 426-page paperback. The King tells the tale of the creation of one of the world’s photography, painting and woodcuts are reproduced B11 — Family Life greatest masterpieces of religious art in compelling beautifully. fashion. 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The illustrations are truly captivating while Second Place Jewish schoolmate from Krakow. It tells both the the text summons silence at the wonder of nature Catholic and Newly Married, by Kathy and Steve charming tale of friendship and mutual respect, and itself. The story, when read aloud to children will be Beirne, ACTA Publications, Chicago, IL how a unique and personal confluence of history, awe-inspiring and the illustrations will leave traces politics and religion impacted and advanced Jewish- The Beirnes have created a small, pocket-sized guide on a child’s heart. Christian relations. Page 30 The Catholic Journalist June 2013 Book Award Winners

B14 — Gender Issues The boldness and “new” theme of the cover entices the Orbis Books, Maryknoll, NY buyer. The catalog with its strong colors, readable This bold undertaking is a prophetic theological First Place type and highlighting features exhibits the basic tools She Who Imagines, by Laurie Cassidy and Maureen H. reflection on the power and presence of Spirit — ever for a buyer’s catalog that makes it a real winner. O’Connell, Liturgical Press, Collegeville, MN ancient, yet ever new — from our human origins, Second Place among a vast array of indigenous peoples, and even The theology of aesthetics takes many steps forward Fall Catalog, by Amanda Modelski - Marketing, Patricia poured out in the New Pentecost in recent generations. through this expansive work to open the reader’s Lynch - Designer, ACTA Publications, Chicago,IL It is a most compelling and creative invitation to see mind, break down barriers, and forge new avenues for Spirit everywhere present, gifting us with new life and women in the Church and in the world. The beauty of Once into the catalog, the buyer is immediately divine energy. this volume lies in the wisdom of its women authors introduced to the titles new for that season. 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Thomas R. Artz is the director of administrative services Sister Peggy Fanning, C.S.J., Ph.D., a Sister of St. Joseph Liz O’Connor, currently a semi-retired free-lance jour- and human resources for the Society of the Divine Word from Brentwood, NY, is Adjunct Professor of Theology at nalist, was previously the associate publisher and editor in Techny, IL. He worked in religious publishing for over St. John’s University in Queens, New York. Sister has of The Long Island Catholic weekly newspaper and sub- 17 years at Liguori, HarperSanFrancisco, Twenty-Third Masters Degrees in Science and Theology, an Advanced sequently editor of CHURCH magazine, quarterly of the Publications, and most recently, at ACTA Publications Professional Diploma in Liturgy and Pastoral Leadership National Pastoral Life Center, both winners of multiple where he was co-owner and co-publisher. The author of and a Ph.D. in Religious Studies from Fordham Univer- CPA awards. She lives near Philadelphia. several books and numerous articles, he earned a Ph.D. sity. in Theology from Boston College. Kenneth L. Parker is Associate Professor of Historical Robert J. Gormley was for 12 years Executive Director Theology, in the Department of Theological Studies at Nancy Arnold Artz is the President of Artz Consulting of Orbis Books. He also served as Vice President and Pres- Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, Missouri. The author Services, a religious marketing consulting firm. She has ident of the Catholic Book Publishers Association. He was or editor of six books, and a number of scholarly articles, worked for several publishing companies, including Liv- Editor-in-Chief of Northeastern University Press in he received his Ph.D. in Divinity at Cambridge University, ing the Good News and Group Publishing. Artz holds a Boston until his recent retirement. under the supervision of Professor Eamon Duffy, and pur- B.A in American Studies from Carleton College and a sued post-doctoral studies at the Université de Fribourg M.B.A. in Marketing from the University of Denver. Kevin A. Hickson, has had a varied life having spent in Switzerland. His current research examines the role of time teaching, fighting poverty, serving as a social min- Francis and Peter Kenrick in the infallibility debates of Bernhard (Ben) A. Asen is associate professor in the De- istry coordinator in culturally diverse parish on Long Is- the mid-19th century. partment of Theological Studies, Saint Louis University, land and until recently working for the Department of and co-editor of Theology Digest. He graduated from Con- Social Services in Nassau County, NYE. Kevin along with Brian D. Robinette is an Associate Professor of Theology cordia Seminary, Saint Louis, and served as pastor of St. his wife Regina are the area leaders for Worldwide Mar- at Boston College. He obtained his Ph.D. in Systematic Paul Lutheran Church, MO. He received his Ph.D. in Bib- riage Encounter on Long Island. Theology from the University of Notre Dame (2003) and lical Languages and Literature from Saint Louis Univer- is the author of Grammars of Resurrection: A Christian sity and teaches graduate and undergraduate courses on Kevin and Regina Hickson have been married for 30 Theology of Presence and Absence (Herder/Crossroad, the Old Testament. years and have been involved in many ministries over the 2009). years including Pre-Cana, bereavement ministry for par- has been surrounded by the religious Emilie Cerar delights in her work as an editor for ents who lost a child, Catholic Engaged Encounter. Cur- Jennifer S. Roth Catholic Book Publishing Corp. in developing new titles rently they are the Area leadership couple for Worldwide book publishing industry since she learned to walk. Her for it and for the Resurrection Press imprint. She also Marriage Encounter on Long Island. familiarity with religious publications is continually grow- serves as a Eucharistic Minister and spiritual advisor. ing as is her passion for well-written, well-illustrated chil- dren’s books. She has B.A. in English & Business Philip J. Horrigan is a liturgical design consultant, au- Man age ment and embraces her judging opportunity with Rev. Paul J. Coury C.Ss.R is a priest of the Redemptorist thor and presenter on issues of liturgical design and litur- Order and was ordained in 1972. He has served in semi- gical theology. He has over 40 years of pastoral experience enthusiasm. nary formation, retreat ministry, twelve years at Liguori and maintains a number of consulting commissions in Thomas M. Santa, C.Ss.R. is Pastor of the historic St. Publications, six years on the Redemptorist leadership both Canada and the U.S. He is the former director of art Michael Parish in Old Town, Chicago. Author, educator, team, and is currently the Director of the Redemptorist and architecture for the Archdiocese of Chicago. retreat director, and former President/Pub lisher of Renewal Center in Tucson, AZ. Liguori Publications. His current project, Contemplative is a parish priest in Kenosha, WI Fr. Steve Hrycyniak Living: The Essential Connecting Points, will be pub- is a graduate of Iona College, Philos- and a doctor of ministry student at Pittsburgh Theological William W. Curran lished by ACTA in 2013. ophy Major, and Columbia University School of Journal- Seminary. ism, Communication Arts. He served as Copywriter, Vice Ambrose Siers. After many years in the religious book President, and Associate Creative Director for BBDO Ad- Patrick Jordan is a former managing editor of the industry from retail bookstore managing to marketing, to vertising Agency; Editor & Director, Graphic Production Catholic Worker, and for nearly three decades served as sales and customer service in publishing to retail consult- for Funk & Wagnalls Publishing; Director, Special Pub- an editor for Commonweal. He is the editor of Dorothy ing to trade sales. Ambrose is now Director of Pastoral lishing, Dell Publishing; and Editorial Manager, Special Day: Writings from Commonweal (Liturgical Press). Care Ministries at a parish in Franklin, Wisconsin. Publishing, Macmillan. Deborah Matulewicz is Senior Marketing Manager at Sister Marie Sullivan, a Sister of St. Joseph from Brent- Frank G. D’Angelo, Esq. is a permanent Ordained Dea- William H. Sadlier, Inc. Among her accomplishments, wood, NY, is the Adult Faith Formation Director at Our con in the Diocese of Rockville Center. He currently serves Debbie was involved in the founding of the Catholic Book Lady of the Miraculous Medal Parish in Point Lookout, as Deacon at St. Peter of Alcantara, Port Washington, NY. Publishers Association; and through the NCGA, initiated NY. She is actively involved in the ministry of spiritual His responsibilities include Baptisms, Sunday Homilies the original Catholic Best-Sellers list. Debbie is a parish direction and the conducting of retreats. Sister has Mas- and Service at Mass, Wake Services, Altar Server Coordi- lector, member of technology-based meetup groups, and a ters Degrees in Education, Theology, and Spiritual For- nator and Liturgy Committee. He serves as Legal Re- member of several of her town’s organizations. mation and an Advanced Professional Diploma in source Coordinator for St. Peters’ Outreach Program. In Spirituality and Spiritual Direction. She has certification addition to his Diaconate Ministry, Frank G. D’Angelo is Marvin Mich S.T.D. is Currently, Director of Social Policy in giving Directed Retreats from the Mariandale Retreat a practicing attorney in Garden City, NY. at Catholic Family Center (Catholic Charities) Rochester, Center in Ossining, NY. NY. For 17 years Marvin taught and was Academic dean Jim Doyle, Catholic Press Association Executive Director at St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry, Joseph R. Thomas, now retired, was a diocesan newspa- 1958-88, was named a Knight of St. Gregory the Great for Rochester, NY. Author of three books on CST. He earned per editor for 17 years before becoming Assistant Director his service. He also wrote a Catholic New York column; a B.A and M.Th. at St. Francis Seminary, Milwaukee. He of The Christophers. He still serves on The Christopher some of these are collected in two books: Two Voices (with received his S.T.L. and S.T.D. for Alfonsian Academy, Awards book panel and has been reviewing books for more his son Brian) and Tales From a Real Life. Rome. than 40 years.

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Peter Finney, Clarion Herald Bishop David D. Kagan, Dakota Catholic Action The vocation of a Catholic newspaper editor is a difficult Bishop David Kagan is an experienced publisher and one because it requires elite professionalism that stands strong advocate for religious liberty and Catholic moral upon and yet separate from stout faith. values. Sadly, many promising editors quickly discover Upon his ordination and installation as Bishop of deficiencies in one area or the other and move on to jobs Bismarck on Nov. 30, 2011, he assumed duties as publisher of that better suit their skills. However, no one in the history the Dakota Catholic Action (DCA) diocesan newspaper. He of the Catholic press could have better suited the vocation previously served as associate publisher of The Observer of news editor than Peter Finney. newspaper in the Diocese of Rockford for six years. None can dispute his journalism skill. His clear, concise Since his ordination as bishop, he has utilized the pages of and unbiased reporting make his stories and columns the the DCA to instruct the faithful on the Health and Human exemplar for professional journalists. Services Mandate and its repercussions for Catholics. His gritty determination, innovative eye and subtle He published his letters to North Dakota’s congressmen in optimism served this publication proudly when the Clarion the DCA, which urged the lawmakers “to reject this violation Herald would not be put down by Hurricane Katrina. of a fundamental Constitutional right” and stated that “we Rather, his savvy call to put the newspaper out and on will not submit to such an obviously anti-Catholic and anti- the streets gave Catholics in the Cresent City real comfort Peter Finney, editor, religion act by the person who has sworn publicly to uphold, Bishop David Kagan, that their church not only survived nature’s best blow, but Clarion Herald protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.” Diocese of Bismarck, ND, was already reaching out and rebuilding. New Orleans, LA, Bishop Kagan consistently provided published pastoral is the winner of the A man of faith and father of a priest, Peter’s life could is the winner of the instruction to the faithful as more developments of the attack Catholic Press Association’s not offer a better testimony to the quiet stalwart faith that Catholic Press Association’s on religious liberty unfolded throughout the year. award for publishers permeates it. highest individual honor He supported a “Stand Up For Religious Freedom Rally” All this is done with unequaled class, steady for 2013 held at the steps of the North Dakota state capitol and in an encouragement and enduring grace. effort to spread the message of the Catholic Church even For his unequaled skills and outstanding leadership, further, Bishop Kagan developed The Dash Report, 1-2 Peter Finney is nominated for the St. Francis de Sales minute online video updates published to social media sites Award. like Facebook.com, YouTube.com, Vimeo.com, Twitter.com and the diocesan website (bismarckdiocese.com). Published titles of editions of The Dash Report include: • “HHS Mandate and religious freedom” (Aug. 8, 2012) • “Addressing the ‘I won’t impose my beliefs on others’ mentality” (Oct. 17, 2012) • “Bishop Kagan shares message of voting with a Catholic conscience” (Oct. 31, 2012). Bishop Kagan’s unwavering leadership and commitment to defending the First Amendment rights of the U.S. Constitution in new and engaging ways make him an excellent candidate for the Bishop John England Award. Book Award Winners

Continued from page 30 about using friendship and relationship as the essential starting point instead of ritual, dogma and doctrine? As friends we share the life of God with each other and then trust the working of the Spirit. Third Place Along the Way Lessons for an Authentic Journey of Faith, by Randy Hain, Liguori Publications, Liguori, MO The convincing nature of this book lies in the sincerity of the author who shares his own journey of faith. By bringing the reader into the inner drama of his spiritual pilgrimage, Hain makes his recommendations for fostering the spiritual life credible and worthy of emulation. B23 — Faithful Citizenship First Place Law’s Virtues: Fostering Autonomy and Solidarity in American Society, by Cathleen Kaveny, Georgetown University Press, Washington, DC Law’s Virtues is a lucid, timely analysis of the role of law in a complex, multi- dimensional democratic society, and law’s potential for being a “teacher of virtue.” Thoroughly researched and compellingly argued, this volume is expansive, timely, and readable. The author addresses many fraught political/moral issues and is replete with illuminating distinctions and practical wisdom. Second Place Seek First the Kingdom, by Cardinal Donald Wuerl, Our Sunday Visitor, Huntington, IN Cardinal Donald Wuerl examines God’s care for the world, as understood in Catholic thought and tradition. In particular, he examines Jesus’ teaching about “the Kingdom,” and applies these insights to the current American scene. Wuerl clearly and succinctly recapitulates magesterial teaching on a number of critical issues, and does so in an appealing and welcoming manner. Third Place The Gospel of Rutba, by Greg Barrett, Orbis Books, Maryknoll, NY A reporter’s vivid account of the March 2003 Iraqi deportation of a small band of American Christian peacemakers as U.S. bombs began to fall on Iraq, and of the visitors’ return there in 2010. This is a modern parable of foreigners being welcomed by their country’s adversaries, and a grim commentary on the larger war.