Anabaptist World

Award of Excellence

• Reta Halteman Finger: “What Do You Wear on Your Head?” in Biblical Interpretation or Lectionary Reflection (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

• Paul Schrag: “World gained, soul lost” in Editorial (Single editorial or opinion piece, all media)

Honorable Mention

• Hannah Gerig Meyer: “Anabaptist World” in Newspaper/Newsletter Design, Entire Issue

• Paul Schrag: “Letters & Comments” in Letters to the Editor

Aware Magazine

Award of Excellence

• Matt Hageman: “Aware Magazine” in Print Publication Redesign

• Javier Viera and Karina Cruz Ortiz: “Our Migrant God” in Opinion (Single editorial or opinion piece, all media)

Honorable Mention

• Javier Viera and Karina Cruz Ortiz: “Our Migrant God” in Magazine Cover

• Javier Viera: “Our Migrant God” in Theological Reflection (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

Boldcafe.org/Women of the ELCA

Award of Merit

• The Rev. Minna Bothwell and Elizabeth McBride:  “Faith Reflections: Love becomes our story” in Biblical Interpretation or Lectionary Reflection (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

Broadview

Broadview Award of Excellence

• Katharine Lake Berz: “Impossible Choice” in International reporting - Long Format

• Wayne Hilliker: “A Tragic Death, a Sacred Moment” in 37. Personal Experience - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

• Alanna Mitchell: “Snapshot” in Department

• Alanna Mitchell: “Solstice Revelation” in Devotional / Inspirational (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

• Carol Moskot: “The Climate Issue” in Magazine Cover

• Carol Moskot: “The Climate Issue” in Magazine/Journal Design, Entire Issue

• Josiah Neufeld: “Climate Fictions” in Critical Review

• Bri-Anne Swan: “Ramiro Gonzales Has Been Executed, and My Heart Is Broken” in Personal Experience - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• Broadview staff and contributors: “Broadview” in National/International Magazine

• Bri-Anne Swan: “Ramiro Gonzales Has Been Executed, and My Heart Is Broken” in Personal Experience - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• Douglas Tindal: “Christian Heritage Month Campaign Is a Real Headscratcher” in Humor, Written

• Christopher White: “Church Bully” in Denominational politics - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• David Wilson: “Mary the God-Bearer” in Letters to the Editor

• Pieta Woolley: “Generation Wildfire” in Local reporting - Long Format

Award of Merit

• Sarah Bessey: “Easter Moments” in Seasonal Article

• Therese DesCamp: “Rooted in Reverence” in Devotional / Inspirational (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

• Shelley Page: “195 Years” in In-Depth Coverage (Magazine or Journal)

• Michael Witkowicz: “United Church of Canada partners struggle to get aid to Palestinians; United Church urges Canada to stop arming Israel” in Best Emerging Journalist

Honorable Mention

• Nicole Schmidt: “The rise of the non-religious in Canada” in Single Posting (social media)

• Broadview staff and contributors: “The Climate Issue” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (Magazine or Journal)

Catholic Review

Award of Excellence

• Rita Buettner: “Open Window, Rita Buettner” in Blog

• George P. Matysek Jr.: “Serenading souls” in Interview - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

• George P. Matysek Jr.: “I see you as a person” in Science writing for the world of faith - Short / Long Format

• Catholic Review Staff: “Catholic Review” in Publication Website

Award of Merit

• Christopher Gunty: “Green Burial” in Local reporting - Short Format

• Christopher Gunty, Gerry Jackson, George Matysek, Jr., Katie V. Jones: “Seek the City to Come” in Convention or Meeting Coverage (Magazine)

• Gerry Jackson: “Baltimore archdiocese ministers to crew aboard ship involved with Key Bridge collapse” in News Story - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

• George Matysek Jr. and Christopher Gunty: “CR Radio” in 82. Audio - Podcast or Audio Series

Honorable Mention

• Christopher Gunty, George Matysek Jr., Gerry Jackson, Katie V. Jones: “Seek the City to Come” in In-Depth Coverage (Magazine or Journal)

Concordia Seminary Magazine

Award of Merit

• Dr. Thomas J. Egger; Melanie Ave, and Christie Hampton: “2024-25 Academic Year Theme: Let us fix our eyes on Jesus” in Video - Editorial / PR / Marketing (less than 10 minutes)

Honorable Mention

• Vicki Biggs, Sarah Maney, and Christie Hampton: “Bound by generosity: Reflections from Concordia Seminary’s gift officer” in Interview - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

Concordia Seminary, St. Louis

Award of Excellence

• Vicki Biggs, Melanie Ave, Kevin Golden, Beth Hasek, and Chris Miller: “Concordia Theology website” in Website Redesign

• Vicki Biggs and Sarah Maney: “Pederson Field House 75th Anniversary” in Video - Editorial / PR / Marketing (less than 10 minutes)

Award of Merit

• Dr. Thomas J. Egger, Melanie Ave, and Christie Hampton: “2024-25 Academic Year Theme: Let us fix our eyes on Jesus” in Single Posting (social media)

• Vicki Biggs, Melanie Ave, Sarah Maney, Christie Hampton, Beth Hasek, Courtney Koll, and Kassia Hansen: “2024-25 Academic Year Theme: Let us fix our eyes on Jesus” in Public Relations or Marketing Campaign

Honorable Mention

• Vicki Biggs, Melanie Ave, Beth Hasek, and Courtney Koll: “Concordia Seminary Magazine” in Seminary Publication or Journal 

Eerdmans Publishing Co.

Honorable Mention

• Liz Charlotte Grant: “Knock at the Sky: Seeking God in Genesis After Losing Faith in the Bible” in Books - Nonfiction (includes curriculum)

Faith & Leadership

Award of Excellence

• Mycal X. Brickhouse and Aleta Payne: “What narrative are you telling about your organization and your community?” in Theological Reflection (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

Award of Merit

• Shari F : “Explaining research relevant to Christian leaders” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (News Service, Website, Blog, or Social Media)

• Dave Odom, Sally Hicks, Aleta Payne, Chris Karnadi, Jessamyn Rubio: “Faith & Leadership” in Independent Website

Honorable Mention

• Sarah E. Forsyth, and Aleta Payne: “A note to pastors from a visitor in your pews” in Professional Resource

• Sally Hicks: “Katharine Hayhoe: How to talk about climate change with people who disagree with you” in Science writing for the world of faith - Long Format

• Chris Karnadi, Emily Lund, and Katie Bracy: “News & Ideas” in Department

Forum Letter/American Lutheran Publicity Bureau

Honorable Mention

• Richard O. Johnson: “Forum Letter” in Newsletter

Garrett Seminary

Award of Excellence

• Benjamin Perry: “Aware Magazine” in Seminary Publication or Journal 

Award of Merit

• Matt Hageman and Benjamin Perry: “Aware Magazine” in Magazine/Journal Design, Entire Issue

Gather, the magazine of Women of the ELCA

Award of Excellence

• Anonymous author: “Gather is on the edge of extinction..." in Best Disapproving Letter to the Editor

• Jennifer Ginn, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “Beginning with rest: Following the Shepherd's roadmap” in Biblical Interpretation or Lectionary Reflection (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

• Elise Seyfried, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “Compassionate companions: Congregations can play a role in mental health ministry.” in Professional Resource

• Elizabeth Hunter, Cindy Novak, and Elise Seyfried: “Gather mental health resource” in In-Depth Coverage (Magazine or Journal)

Award of Merit

• Kristina Diaz, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “Rise. Pause. Flow. Live.” in Personal Experience - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

• Meghan Johnston Aelabouni, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “After certainty: A Biblical guide” in Bible Resource

• Sara Olson-Smith, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “Winter/Spring 2024 “Scripture and nature: Teachers of faith” Bible study four-part video series” in Video - Video Series

• Lisa Smith, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “Gather Family Matters department” in Department

• Christa von Zychlin, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “Of monkeys, tears and the Wisdom of God: What I learned on the mountain path home.” In Humor, Written

Honorable Mention

• Roben Itchoak, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “Living faithfully: Honoring and protecting the earth” in Personal Experience - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

• Sara Olson-Smith, Elizabeth Hunter, and Cindy Novak: “Scripture and nature: Teachers of faith” in Bible Resource

Global Sisters Report

Award of Excellence

• Doreen Ajiambo: “'Refugees in their own land': Kenyans experience homelessness due to severe floods” in Science writing for the world of faith - Long Format

Honorable Mention

• Rhina Guidos: “On US-Mexico border pilgrimage, sisters ponder response to migrant hardships” in National reporting (broader topic or trend) - Short Format

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Newsletter

Award of Merit

• Arlice Davenport: “Gloria Dei Lutheran Church February 2024 Newsletter” in Newsletter

Honorable Mention

• Arlice Davenport: “Gloria Dei Lutheran Church November 2024 Newsletter” in Newspaper Front Page

Hunger News & Hope

Honorable Mention

• Katie Cook: “Theme Issue: What Should We Do about Homelessness?” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (Newspaper or Newsletter)

• John Garland: “Participating in a Miracle: A Story of Hospitality” in Personal Experience - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

In Trust Center for Theological Schools

Award of Merit

• Matt Hufman: “In Trust magazine” in Denominational or Other Special Interest Magazine

In Trust magazine

Award of Excellence

• Richard Topping: “Theology Through the Lens” in Photo Spread or Essay (Printed Media)

Award of Merit

• Carla Frank: “Beware the Risks of Exceptionalism” in Magazine/Journal Design, Spread or Story

• Carla Frank: “In Trust magazine Winter 2024” in Magazine/Journal Design, Entire Issue

Honorable Mention

• Carla Frank: “In Trust magazine Spring 2024” in Magazine/Journal Design, Entire Issue

• Richard Topping: “Theology Through the Lens” in Theological Reflection (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

Lake Union Herald

Award of Excellence

• Center for Adventist Research/ Katharine Van Arsdale: “Lake Union History” in Event Promotion / Marketing Campaign / Brand Awareness (social media)

• Karen Findley: “Lake Union” in Magazine/Journal Design, Spread or Story

• Debbie Michel: “Inside the Herald” in Video - Video Series

Award of Merit

• Felicia Tonga, Stanton Witherspoon, Ruben Casabona: “Herald Video Highlight Reel” in Video Production

Honorable Mention

• Debbie Michel / Editor: “Lake Union Conference” in Denominational or Other Special Interest Magazine 

• Stanton Witherspoon: “Camporee” in Social Media Short

Lake Union Herald, and other publications

Honorable Mention

• Nicholas Gunn: “Best Emerging Journalist” in Best Emerging Journalist

Messenger/Church of the Brethren

Award of Excellence

• Paul Grout: “The Holy Family” in Illustration, With Article or Cutline

Award of Merit

• William L. Miller: “Healthy planet, healthy people” in Science writing for the world of faith - Short / Long Format

Honorable Mention

• Cheryl Brumbaugh-Cayford: “What do we spend on war?” in Service Journalism

Ministry, International Journal for Pastors

Award of Merit

• 316 Creative: “April 2024 Cover” in Magazine Cover

• Eduardo Rueda Neto: “The Greatest of Mysteries: Reflections on the Incarnation of Christ” in Scholarly Article

Honorable Mention

• Eliezer A. Graterol: “The Complexities of Unity: A Brief Analysis of 1 Corinthians 11:17-34” in Scholarly Article

• Stephen Kabah: “AI: Opportunities and Threats in Pastoral Ministry” in Service Journalism

NAD NewsPoints

Award of Excellence

• G. Alexander Bryant: “Women Leading in the Spirit of the Latter Rain” in James Solheim Award for Editorial Courage

• Kimberly Luste Maran, Art Brondo: “NAD 

NewsPoints: August Camporee Edition” in Newspaper/Newsletter Design, Entire Issue

• Kimberly Luste Maran, Christelle Agboka, John Simon, Lori Peckham, Martha Ban, Christina Norris, Becky St. Clair, V. Michelle Bernard: “"Believe the Promise" International Pathfinder Camporee” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (News Service, Website, Blog, or Social Media)

Award of Merit

• Philip Baptiste: “In the Middle of It: A Thanksgiving Reflection” in Devotional / Inspirational (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

• Kimberly Luste Maran, Art Brondo: “NAD NewsPoints” in News Service 

Honorable Mention

• Kimberly Luste Maran, Christelle Agboka, John Simon, and the North American Division Office of Communication: “Pentecost 2025 Initiative” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (News Service, Website, Blog, or Social Media)

• Becky St. Clair: “Local Businesses Prepare to Welcome Pathfiners to Gillette, Wyoming” in News Story - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

National Catholic Reporter

Honorable Mention

• Katie Collins Scott: “Catholics among key backers of SCOTUS ruling that threatens environmental rules” in In-Depth Coverage (Newspaper, Newsletter, News Service, Website, or Blog)

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A)

Award of Excellence

• Alex Simon, Rich Copley, Beth Waltemath: “Greater Atlanta Presbytery – Georgia: Poverty” in Video - News Story or Current Event

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

Award of Excellence

• Victoria Shircliffe: “An Ecumenical Walk Through the Stations of the Cross” in Single Posting (social media)

Award of Merit

• Rich Copley, Beth Waltemath: “PC(USA) congregation in Minneapolis co-creates a healing space with sex-trafficked neighbors” in Video - News Story or Current Event

Honorable Mention

• Randy Hobson: “2024 Best in Class video PCUSA” in Video Production 

• Randy Hobson: “8. PHS Partners with Sínodo Presbiteriano Boriquén to Preserve Records” in Video - Editorial / PR / Marketing (less than 10 minutes)

• Victoria Shircliffe: “What is the PC(USA) like? (A guide for current and potential members)” in Event Promotion / Marketing Campaign / Brand Awareness (social media)

Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Administrative Services Group | Ministry Engagement & Support

Honorable Mention

• Emily Enders Odom: “The four churchwide Special Offerings of the PC(USA)” in Public Relations or Marketing Campaign Presbyterian Church (USA)

Award of Merit

• Jim Deweese: “On the Path to Unification” in Annual Report (all media)

Presbyterian News Service (PCUSA)

Honorable Mention

• Darla Carter: “Preschoolers at Leesburg Presbyterian Church learn the ABCs of composting” in Science writing for the world of faith - Short / Long Format

Presbyterian Outlook

Award of Excellence

• Various authors; Editors: Teri McDowell Ott, Dartinia Hull, Rose Schrott Taylor: “PC(USA) General Assembly 2024 coverage” in Convention or Meeting Coverage (Newspaper, Newsletter, News Service, Website, or Blog)

Award of Merit

• Gregg Brekke; Editor: Dartinia Hull: “PC(USA) Board of Pensions announces pricing for new benefits structure” in Denominational politics - Short Format

• Teri McDowell Ott: “Bound by love to bear witness” in James Solheim Award for Editorial Courage

Presbyterian Outlook 

Award of Merit

• Dartinia Hull: “Reviving Goodwill” in Local reporting - Long Format

Honorable Mention

• Designer Anne Walker; Managing Editor Dartinia Hull: “Small is Beautiful, January 2024” in Magazine Cover

Rapt Interviews

Award of Merit

• Justin Camp: “Auntie Anne Beiler” in Interview - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

Reflections journal/Yale Divinity School

Award of Excellence

• Molly Worthen, interviewed by Ray Waddle: “"We're in a Crisis of Meaning": An Interview with Molly Worthen (Fall 2024 issue)” in Interview - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

Award of Merit

• Ray Waddle, editor; Greg Sterling, publisher and Yale Diviinity School dean: “"Ghost in the Machine: The Ethics of A.I." (Spring 2024) and "A Listening Heart: Can We Temper Polarization?" (Fall 2024)” in Seminary Publication or Journal 

Religion News Service

Award of Excellence

• Deborah Caldwell, David Matt, Paul O'Donnell, Roxanne Stone, Kit Doyle: “Covering the World of Religion for 90 Years” in Annual Report (all media)

• Claire Giangravé: “Ex-Catholics in Rome reconnect with roots, spirituality in paganism” in International reporting - Short Format

• Jack Jenkins and Rosemary Westwood: “Catholic bishops are spending millions less to fight abortion this election” in News Story - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• Religion News Service: “Religion News Service” in News Service

• Religion News Service: “Religion News Service” in Independent Website

Award of Merit

• Adelle M. Banks, Bob Smietana: “Southern Baptist Convention coverage” in Convention or Meeting Coverage (Newspaper, Newsletter, News Service, Website, or Blog)

• Tyler Borchers / David Matt / Brian Gonzales: “Religion News Service website redesign” in Website Redesign

• Jack Jenkins: “As Netanyahu addresses Congress, protests rock Capitol” in Photo Spread or Essay (Online Media)

• Jack Jenkins: “The second coming of Doug Wilson” in News Story - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

Honorable Mention

• Jack Jenkins: “Photo of protest against military policies of Israel” in Single Photo with Article or Cutline

Religion News Service / Saved By The City

Award of Excellence

• Roxanne Stone / Katelyn Beaty / Jonathan Woodward: “Can We Love the Bible Again? + Kaitlyn Schiess” in Audio - News Story or Current Event

• Roxanne Stone / Katelyn Beaty / Jonathan Woodward: “Can We Love the Bible Again? + Kaitlyn Schiess” in Audio - News Story or Current Event

Religion News Service, Saved By The City

Honorable Mention

• Roxanne Stone, Katelyn Beaty, Jonathan Woodward: “"Tell Katelyn What to Do with Her Life"” in Audio - Podcast or Audio Series

• Roxanne Stone, Katelyn Beaty, Jonathan Woodward: “When Politics Comes for Friendship + Nancy French” in Audio - News Story or Current Event

Religion Unplugged

Honorable Mention

• Clemente Lisi: “Meet The Swiss Guard: 500 Years Of Protecting The Papacy” in International reporting - Short Format

SPECTRUM

Award of Excellence

• Samuel Girven: “Million Dollar Mountains (A two-part investigative focus on a fight in Iceland over denominational assets and ideology)” in In-Depth Coverage (Newspaper, Newsletter, News Service, Website, or Blog)

• Raquel Mentor: “International Pathfinder Camporee” in Public Relations or Marketing Campaign

• Melodie Roschman: “The Spiritual Vision of J. R. R. Tolkien” in Scholarly Article

Award of Merit

• Jeremy Gray: “Supported by the Soundest Exegesis How an Manuscript Illuminates Adventist Mythology Isaac Newton” in Science writing for the world of faith - Long Format

• Alva James-Johnson: “Danny Shelton in The Bahamas: 3ABN Property Acquisition and Development Concerns Residents” in International reporting - Long Format

• Raquel Mentor: “Rating the Vendor Foods at Camporee” in Social Media Short

Honorable Mention

• Stephanie Leal: “Chasing the Sun” in Magazine Cover

Seeds of Hope Publishers

Award of Excellence

• Katie Cook, editor: “Hunger News & Hope” in Newsletter

Sojourners

Award of Excellence

• Greta Lapp Klassen: “Greta Lapp Klassen” in Best Emerging Journalist

• Ryan McQuade, Heather Brady: “Incarcerated Women and Girls” in Social Media Short

• W.S. Mosarsaa: “What Does It Mean To Say ‘Jesus Is Palestinian’?” in James Solheim Award for Editorial Courage

• Julie Polter, Candace Sanders, Rose Marie Berger, Jenna Barnett, Josina Guess, Darren Saint-Ulysse, Greta Lapp Klassen: “Countering Christian Nationalism” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (Magazine or Journal)

Award of Merit

• Kirth Bobb: “Social activist Rahiel Tesfamariam” in Single Photo with Article or Cutline

• Gregg Brekke: “Practicing Resurrection: While sometimes controversial, faith-based harm reduction programs help save lives” in National reporting (broader topic or trend) - Long Format

• Ken Chitwood: “‘Crisis,' ‘Illegal,' ‘Migrant' — Language Shapes Policy, Say Christian Leaders” in National reporting (broader topic or trend) - Short Format

• Josina Guess: “Linnentown: A Small Step Toward Justice” in Local reporting - Long Format

• Diana Keough: “Family Secrets” in Personal Experience - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• Michael Woolf: “Paul Atreides of ‘Dune’ Is a Messiah Figure — And a Villain” in Critical Review

Honorable Mention

• Jenna Barnett: “A Definitive Ranking of Church Potluck Staples” in Humor, Written

• Rose Marie Berger: “The Hungry Spirit” in Column

• Heather Brady, Candace Sanders, Ryan McQuade, Lexi Schnaser, and Bella Bell: “Sojourners on Instagram @sojogram” in Social Media Presence 

• Julie Dotterweich Gunby: “Waiting for a Love That Will Undo Us” in Seasonal Article

• Thiago Limón: “Waiting for a Love That Will Undo Us, opening spread” in Illustration, With Article or Cutline

• Julie Polter, Candace Sanders, Rose Marie Berger, Jim Rice, Jenna Barnett, Josina Guess, Darren Saint-Ulysse, Greta Lapp Klassen: “Sojourners” in National/International Magazine

• Candace Sanders, creative director; Kael Abello, illustrator: “Nonviolence in a Time of War: Ali Abu Awwad” in Magazine Cover

• Candace Sanders, creative director; Michael George Haddad, illustrator: “Faith and the Authoritarian Playbook” in Magazine/Journal Design, Spread or Story

Southern Tidings

Award of Excellence

• Christina Norris: “Southern Tidings Instagram” in Social Media Presence 

Award of Merit

• Christina Norris: “Knowledge & Interaction: The Value of Sabbath School” in Denominational politics - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• O'livia Woodard and Christina Norris: “2024 International Pathfinder Camporee Southern Tidings Pin Set” in Event Promotion / Marketing Campaign / Brand Awareness (social media)

Honorable Mention

• Christina Norris: “The Power of the Printed Page” in Biographical Profile

The Alabama Baptist

Award of Excellence

• Denise George: “Facing the challenge of aging congregations: Are there solutions?” in Service Journalism

• June Mathews: “A Chance at Life'” in National reporting (broader topic or trend) - Short Format

• Tracy Riggs Frontz and Lauren C. Grim: “Spreading the Gospel one cross at a time'” in Newspaper/Newsletter Design, Spread or Story

Award of Merit

• The Alabama Baptist Staff: “Aging Well” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (Newspaper or Newsletter)

The Banner

Award of Excellence

• Alissa Vernon: “Synod 2024” in Convention or Meeting Coverage (Magazine)

Award of Merit

• Shiao Chong, Editor: “The Banner Online” in Publication Website

Honorable Mention

• Alissa Vernon: “Resounding Words” in Denominational politics - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

The Baptist Paper

Award of Merit

• The Baptist Paper Staff: “The Baptist Paper” in Newspaper

• The Baptist Paper Staff: “The Baptist Paper, February 29, 2024, edition” in Newspaper/Newsletter Design, Entire Issue

Honorable Mention

• The Baptist Paper Staff: “2024 SBC Annual Meeting Report” in Convention or Meeting Coverage (Newspaper, Newsletter, News Service, Website, or Blog)

The Christian Century

Award of Excellence

• Marjorie Maddox: “Gideons” in Poetry

• Daniel Richardson: “Fully, microbially human” in Newspaper Front Page

Award of Merit

• Owen Gent: “Holding it together” in Newspaper/Newsletter Design, Spread or Story

• Rachel Mann: “Festival of the child” in Theological Reflection (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

• Jon Mathieu: “Letters and Comments” in Letters to the Editor

• Tania Runyan: “Jesus Feeds the Birds” in Poetry

• Ragan Sutterfield: “Microbes in the Manger” in Theological Reflection (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

Honorable Mention

• Timothy Adkins-Jones: “Good Friday” in Biblical Interpretation or Lectionary Reflection (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

• Jessica Mesman: “Seen and Heard” in Department

• Morganne Talley: “Black, queer, and Christian” in Interview - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• Yehiel E.Poupko: “Five Poems” in Poetry

The Christian Century 

Award of Excellence

• Julian DeShazier: “Religiously fluid” in Column

Award of Merit

• The Christian Century Editors : “April 2024 Issue” in National/International Magazine 

Honorable Mention

• Malka Z. Simkovich: “To forgive is exclusively divine” in Biblical Interpretation or Lectionary Reflection (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

The Christian Chronicle

Award of Excellence

• Audrey Jackson: “A medical mission to ‘the hub of Boko Haram’” in Single Photo with Article or Cutline

• Audrey Jackson: “A medical mission to ‘the hub of Boko Haram’” in Photo Spread or Essay (Online Media)

• Bobby Ross Jr.: “Culture warrior, MAGA champion, Church of Christ member: Who is Ryan Walters?” inBiographical Profile

• Bobby Ross Jr.: “‘All I could see was destruction’” in News Story - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

• Bobby Ross Jr., Cheryl Mann Bacon and Calvin Cockrell: “Special project: Reading, ‘riting … religion” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (Newspaper or Newsletter)

• Erik Tryggestad: “Team finds the good in a tough, tough season” in Local reporting - Short Format

• Erik Tryggestad: “The Christian Chronicle” in Newspaper

Award of Merit

• Cheryl Mann Bacon: “Imperfect storms” in Service Journalism

• Jeremie Beller: “Faith, politics and the true Kingdom of God” in Editorial (Single editorial or opinion piece, all media)

• Audrey Jackson: “Amid rubble, Turkish churches build foundations” in International reporting - Short Format

• Audrey Jackson: “‘If you educate a woman, you educate a whole nation’” in Photo Spread or Essay (Printed Media)

• Bobby Ross Jr.: “These Christians not afraid to address sexual trauma” in Service Journalism

• Erik Tryggestad: “Living a green dream” in Biographical Profile

• Erik Tryggestad: “Where is God in a war zone?” in International reporting - Long Format

• Erik Tryggestad, Ted Parks and Bobby Ross Jr.: “Ukraine war coverage” in In-Depth Coverage (Newspaper, Newsletter, News Service, Website, or Blog)

Honorable Mention

• Audrey Jackson: “‘God doesn’t live here anymore’” in Photo Spread or Essay (Printed Media)

• Audrey Jackson: “‘The home gave me my faith’” in Local reporting - Short Format

• Bobby Ross Jr.: “'Momma, I can see Jesus'” in Interview - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• Bobby Ross Jr.: “ACU rebuffs the left and the right in reaffirming its sexual stewardship policy” in News Story - Long Format (more than 1,200 words)

• Bobby Ross Jr.: “Culture warrior, MAGA champion, Church of Christ member: Who is Ryan Walters?” in National reporting (broader topic or trend) - Long Format

The Christian Recorder

Award of Excellence

• John Thomas III: “Who Murdered Robert: Parliamentary Procedure in the AME Church” in Denominational politics - Short Format

Award of Merit

• AME Church Publishing House: “August 2024 Front Page” in Newspaper Front Page

• Regina Jackson: “TCR YouTube Channel” in Social Media Presence

• Rev. Dr. Elliot Robinson: “Cult of Personality: The Scourge of Black America” in Opinion (Single editorial or opinion piece, all media)

Honorable Mention

• AME Church Publishing House: “The Christian Recorder” in Newspaper

• Chris Bradshaw: “The Christian Recorder” in Website Redesign

• J. Jioni Palmer: “Breathing with God” in Devotional / Inspirational (Short format - 1,200 words or less)

• Lauren Wilson: “Dawn Dance Reflections” in Newspaper/Newsletter Design, Spread or Story

The Covenant Companion

Award of Merit

• Mia Larson: “Grappling with the Image of Jesus” in Magazine Cover

Honorable Mention

• Jelani Greenidge: “Olympic Controversy: Exploring Art, Faith, and Reaction” in Critical Review

The Good Newsroom

Award of Excellence

• The Good Newsroom: “The Good Newsroom Website” in Independent Website

Award of Merit

• Mary Shovlain: “Cardinal Dolan Celebrates Opening Mass for Jubilee Year 2025 at St. Patrick’s Cathedral” in Editorial, Documentary-Style, or Educational Feature

Honorable Mention

• Patrick Grady: “Cardinal Dolan Visits Annual 9/11 Remembrance Event at ‘Pride of Midtown’ Firehouse” in Video - News Story or Current Event

• Fernanda Pierorazio: “Faith of Artists” in Video - Video Series

The Good Newsroom 

Award of Excellence

• The Good Newsroom : “Our Lady of Guadalupe” in Integrated Communications

• Fernanda Pierorazio : “Traditional Mañanitas” in Editorial, Documentary-Style, or Educational Feature

Honorable Mention

• Mary Shovlain : “Human Trafficking Panel Discussion in St. Patrick’s Cathedral” in Editorial, Documentary-Style, or Educational Feature

The Journal of Adventist Education

Award of Merit

• Sharon Aka: “Implications of "Non-": Building Inclusive Communities in Higher Education” in Professional Resource

Honorable Mention

• Paulette McLean Johnson: “Weeding Lessons” in Devotional / Inspirational (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

The Star of Zion

Award of Excellence

• Mr. Darin Kent: “MARCH 2024| VOL 148 NO. 3 ” in Digital Edition/Mobile Publication 

• Mr. Darin Kent: “The StarCast” in Video Publication

Honorable Mention

• By Rev. Dr. Garrett M. Thomas: “Machismo Misogyny Dooms Harris Presidency” in Opinion (Single editorial or opinion piece, all media)

Thee Quaker Podcast/Thee Quaker Project

Award of Excellence

• Georgia Sparling and Jon Watts: “Thee Quaker Podcast” in Audio - Podcast or Audio Series

U.S. Catholic

Award of Excellence

• Emma Cieslik: “James Solheim Award, U.S. Catholic” in James Solheim Award for Editorial Courage

• Rebecca Randall: “National Reporting, U.S. Catholic” in National reporting (broader topic or trend) - Long Format

• U.S. Catholic: “Best In Class, U.S. Catholic” in Denominational or Other Special Interest Magazine 

Award of Merit

• Jory Mertens: “Illustration, U.S. Catholic” in Illustration, With Article or Cutline

• U.S. Catholic: “Theme Issue, U.S. Catholic” in Theme Issue, Section, or Series (Magazine or Journal)

Unbound: The Intersections of Faith and Justice

Award of Excellence

• Queer Writers of Queering the Bible: “Queering the Bible: Queering the Book of Acts” in Bible Resource

• Writers of Boundless: “Boundless: An Anti-Colonial Advent Devotional” in Devotional / Inspirational (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

Award of Merit

• Mae Elise Cannon & Ron Shive: “Biden’s Unclear Red Line on Rafah, Gazans Perish, U.S. Credibility Reaches a Nadir” in Editorial (Single editorial or opinion piece, all media)

• Lee Catoe: “Unbound: The Intersections of Faith and Justice” in Independent Website

• Queer Writers of Queering the Bible: “Queering the Bible: Queering the Book of Acts” in Biblical Interpretation or Lectionary Reflection (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

• Jules Leslie Webb: “Sequential Theology” in Column

• Jules Leslie Webb: “Sequential Theology: Lenny Duncan on Witnessing to the Wastebasket of Modernity” in Interview - Short Format (1,200 words or fewer)

Ursuline Sisters of Louisville

Honorable Mention

• Kathy Williams: “Clothed in Grace/Vestida de Gracia 2023-2024 Annual Report” in Annual Report (all media)

WGCU Public Media

Award of Merit

• Elizabeth Andarge: “Two traditions, one spirit: Las Posadas and Simbang Gabi bring Christmas joy” in Audio - News Story or Current Event

Word&Way

Award of Excellence

• Brian Kaylor: “Stopping the ‘Jezebel Spirit’” in Theological Reflection (Long format - more than 1,200 words)

• Brian Kaylor: “The War on Valentine’s Day” in Seasonal Article

• Brian Kaylor & Beau Underwood: “Baptizing America” in Books - Nonfiction (includes curriculum)

Honorable Mention

• Brian Kaylor: “Our Lord in the Attic” in Photo Spread or Essay (Online Media)

• Brian Kaylor: “Progressive Baptists Call for Gaza Ceasefire” in Denominational politics - Short Format

Zondervan Reflective, HarperCollins

Award of Merit

• Daniel Yang, Adelle Banks, Warren Bird: “Becoming a Future-Ready Church: 8 Shifts to Encourage and Empower the Next Generation of Leaders” in Books - Nonfiction (includes curriculum)