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Day Schedule

CMC Friday 23

Prayer Room Opens: 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Registration Desk Open: 7:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

8-8:30 a.m.

Continental Breakfast and Presentation by Fr. Fred Jenga, C.S.C., President of Holy Cross Family Ministries. Presented by Holy Cross Family Ministries

8:30-10 a.m.

SIGNIS North America and the CMA

Come and meet SIGNIS leaders from around the world, and get updated on SIGNIS North America’s latest developments. Location: Promenade

Session 4 – 8:30-10 a.m.

  • Editorial Roundtable:  University Ballroom 3 & 4

  • Communications Roundtable:  Stadium Ballroom 1 & 2

  • Business & Marketing Roundtable: University Ballroom 1 & 2

  • Digital Media Roundtable: Stadium Ballroom 4 & 5

10 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Break in the Exhibit Hall.

10:30-11:45 a.m.

Plenary Speaker: “Communicating the Eucharistic Revival” — The Most Rev. Andrew Cozzens, Bishop of the Diocese of Crookston, Chairman of the USCCB’s Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis.
Presented by EWTN, Gold Level Sponsor.

11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Break in the Exhibit Hall.

12:30 p.m.

Lunch and St. Francis de Sales Award Presentation in the Grand Ballroom.
Presented by OSV, Gold Level Sponsor.

1:30-2 p.m.

Break in the Exhibit Hall. Prize giveaway at 1:45 p.m.

Regional Roundtables – 2-3:30 p.m.

  • Eastern Region Roundtable

  • Midwestern Region Roundtable

  • Southern Region Roundtable

  • Western Region Roundtable

3:45-4:15 p.m.

Sponsor/Exhibitor Showcase(s)

5-6 p.m.

Annual Memorial Mass, at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary  Celebrant: His Eminence Wilton Cardinal Gregory, Archbishop of Washington.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

CMA Awards Reception
Presented by DeSales Media, Bronze Level Sponsor.

7:30-9:30 p.m.

CMA Awards Banquet
Presented by the Knights of Columbus, Gold Level Sponsor.

Day Schedule

CMC Thursday 23

Prayer Room Opens: 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Retreat / Liturgy of the Word: 7-7:30 a.m.

Coffee Service in the Exhibit Hall: 7:15 a.m.

Registration Desk Open: 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

CMA Member Meeting: 7:45-9 a.m.

Break in the Exhibit Hall: 9-9:30 a.m.

9-10:30 a.m.
Film and Media Screening – “With This Light”

During her 70 years as a nun, Sister Maria Rosa Leggol helped over 87,000 Honduran children escape poverty and violence through an ecosystem of social, educational and entrepreneurial projects, inspiring an international network of supporters to expand her work. In the midst of civil wars, economic collapse and natural disasters, she continued her charge to help young people, such as Maria and Rosa, break familial cycles of poverty and violence to create lives of their own. “With This Light” poetically interweaves the compelling present-day stories of these teenagers with the epic life and noble actions of Sister Maria Rosa.
Location: Chesapeake

Session 1 – 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Editorial Track: Reaching Non-Traditional Audiences

Communications Track: Getting the Most out of your Media Buys

Business & Marketing Track: How to Promote Vocations Effectively

Digital Media Track: Storytelling and Communicating as a Vocation and Using Digital Platforms to Do It.

Magazine Track: Magazine Content and Strategic Diocesan Communications — How to use a diocesan magazine as the cornerstone of a digital content strategy.

Session 2 – 10:45-11:45 a.m.

Editorial Track: Ethical Storytelling — Reporting on international humanitarian and development issues.

Communications Track: Self-Guided Strategic Planning, by Paul Henderson of Pastoral Strategies (Part 1).

Business & Marketing Track: Don’t Pour gas on the Social Media Fire — Effective social media usage during a crisis.

Digital Media Track: Video Editing 101 — The basics and how to tell effective visual stories through a video editing timeline.

Magazine Track: Feature writing for magazines.

11:45-Noon

Break in the Exhibit Hall.

Noon

Lunch and Cardinal Foley Award Presentation in the Grand Ballroom.
Presented by Catholic Relief Services, Silver Level Sponsor.

12:30-1:45 p.m.

Plenary Panel: Moving from ‘Like Us’ to ‘Essential Viewing’

“Digitally-centric” has become the current buzz word trying to encapsulate what has become a paradigm shift in what’s happening not just in the media landscape, but in how humans interact with one another. Whether we’re in North America, Asia or almost any place in the world, digital impacts humans.

Some are saying having access to the digital world is as fundamental as having electricity. Yet, we have not adapted our Chancery and parish structures to meet the needs of today — to the detriment of our faith.

Learn what three major news organizations — American Press Institute, an Asian-based Catholic news agency, and DeSales Media in Brooklyn — and our own USCCB Public Affairs are doing in this changing communication landscape to be relevant to their audiences.

Panelists include Chieko Noguchi, Executive Director for the USCCB Office of Public Affairs; Kevin Loker, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Research at the American Press Institute; Dr. Peter Rachada Monthienvichienchai, SIGNIS Secretary General; and Vito Formica, Executive Director of News, Content & Development at DeSales Media Group. It will be moderated by Helen Osman, President of SIGNIS.

1:45-2:15 p.m.

Break in the Exhibit Hall.

2:15-3:15 p.m.

Film and Media Screening – “From Quito To Rome: A Family of Families”

Embark on a mission in Quito, Ecuador, and witness the everyday struggles and triumphs of community members at The Center – A Family of Families, where the mission is to help people break free of the cycle of poverty and violence. Meet the Papal Foundation members who help keep this mission alive. Watch as volunteers from abroad, local staff, religious, and those who benefit from this charity help each other transform lives and build a better future.

Session 3 – 2:15-3:30 p.m.

Editorial Track: Solutions Journalism — How Catholic publications can help communities with problems.

Communications Track: Self-Guided Strategic Planning, by Paul Henderson of Pastoral Strategies (Part 2)

Business & Marketing Track: Life After Catholic Media — How one Catholic news lifer used his experience to help a local secular nonprofit grow and thrive.

Digital Media Track: Producing Reels and Best Practices for Effective Use — A detailed presentation of how to create reels and the most effective ways of using them.

Magazine Track: Photography for Magazines — how to portray truth, beauty, and goodness with moving photographic images.

3:30-4:30 p.m.

Ice Cream in the Exhibit Hall, sponsored by Holy Cross Family Ministries. Prize giveaway at 4:15 p.m.

4:30-5:30 p.m.

Hispanic Gathering

A gathering for reporters, editors and publishers of Spanish-language media as well as anyone interested in starting any Spanish-language print, radio or digital publications. We will be talking about the results of our recent survey of Spanish-language media, exchanging ideas and comparing notes. English speakers also welcome.
Led by: Ana Rodriguez-Soto
Location: University Ballroom 3 & 4

4:45-5:15 p.m.

Showcase – Exodus

“Dads Don’t Matter: And Other Modern Myths About Men”
How Exodus is helping men find an uncommon freedom from today’s modern pharaohs — in order to unlock the positive impact of fatherhood in today’s culture.
Presenters: Jacob Laskowski, Chief Marketing Officer
Location: University Ballroom 1 & 2

Showcase – Paradisus Dei

“From Content to Community”

As a ministry focused on marriage and family life, Paradisus Dei is committed to using high quality media production to weave together faith, science, and storytelling to create content that impacts lives. We are not however a content company. Learn how we use great content to gather people together into community as we review our latest offerings: Mysteries of the Rosary and What is Love?
Presenters: Mike DiCosola and Jon Harmon
Location: Promenade

6-7 p.m.

Gabriel Awards Reception. The Gabriel Awards honor the best in film, broadcasting, and digital media. Join our colleagues and applaud award recipients as they receive their coveted Gabriel Statue.

All are invited to register for and attend this hour-long reception and presentation, complete with light snacks and 1 drink ticket — perfect for a pre-dinner-on-the-town event!

8-10 p.m.

OSV News Reception – By Invitation Only

Day Schedule

CMC Wednesday 23

Prayer Room Opens: 7 a.m.-5 p.m.  B&O Railroad

Registration Desk Open: 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

Coffee Service in the Exhibit Hall: 8:30 a.m.  Sponsored by Exodus

Showcase – Flocknote: 8:30-9:30 a.m.  Stadium Ballroom 4 & 5
“Bringing Back the Lost Sheep: One Proven Approach to Re-Engage the Faithful”
How Flocknote helps your diocese leverage print media to connect with parishioners who are slowly drifting away.
Presenters: Matthew Sewell, Michael Hagan and Justin Kirkland

Showcase – Paradisus Dei: 8:30-9:30 a.m.  Stadium Ballroom 1&2
“From Content to Community”
As a ministry focused on marriage and family life, Paradisus Dei is committed to using high quality media production to weave together faith, science, and storytelling to create content that impacts lives. We are not however a content company. Learn how we use great content to gather people together into community as we review our latest offerings: Mysteries of the Rosary and What is Love?
Presenters: Mike DiCosola and Jon Harmon

Past Presidents Breakfast: 8:45-9:30 a.m. The Yard Restaurant

Newcomers Welcome Reception: 9:00-9:30 a.m.  Grand Ballroom Salon ABC

9-9:30 a. m.

Film and Media Screening – “Mysteries of the Rosary: The Carrying of the Cross”

Enter into the Mysteries of Christ and Rediscover the Power of the Rosary. An authentic encounter with Christ leads to our transformation and sanctification. Mysteries of the Rosary integrates deeply reflective insights on the life of Christ, theological truths, and captivating stories together with breathtaking scenery, illuminating sacred art, and inspiring music. By filming on location in the Holy Land, our aspiration is to make the Rosary come alive in the hearts and minds of the participants. Encounters with Christ in the episodes and discussions will lead to even deeper encounters with Him in personal prayer and contemplation.
Location: Chesapeake

Showcase – DeSales Media

“The Age of Evangelization through Communications”
Now is not the time to underestimate the power of communications. Comms directors have an opportunity to digitally pastor, and the partnership between communication and evangelization is more critical now than ever before. In this panel, you’ll hear from experts on how these two can come together to advance the mission of the Church.
Presenters: Dave Plisky and JM Boyd
Location: Stadium Ballroom 3 & 4

Showcase – Miraflores Films

“WITH THIS LIGHT: A Celebration of Sister Maria Rosa Leggol’s Legacy and Continued Impact on Honduras”
Join us for a showcase for the documentary film WITH THIS LIGHT which follows Sister Maria Rosa Leggol’s legacy as an activist and entrepreneur, helping over 87,000 Honduran children escape poverty. This inspiring documentary delves into her remarkable journey of creating an ecosystem of social, educational, and entrepreneurial projects to break the cycles of poverty and violence and shows how her work continues with Maria and Rosa, two teens in her programs fighting to create their own lives.
Miraflores Films is a media company dedicated to amplifying the voices of inspiring women and BIPOC creators through quality documentary film. We build space for those excluded from mainstream narratives to have their stories seen and heard. By sharing these untold stories of extraordinary lives and perseverance, we create authentic connections with diverse audiences.
Miraflores Films empowers our audiences with the tools to become actively engaged citizens. We believe in deliberate and dynamic distribution of our projects to inspire others to lead with compassion and be change-makers within their own communities.
Contact Information: info@mirafloresfilms.com
Location: Stadium Ballroom 1 & 2

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Master Camp: Catholic Journalism in a Polarized World (Editorial and Communication Tracks)

Master Camp: How to Dramatically Grow Your Impact with a Small Staff and Limited Budget (Business & Marketing Track)

Master Camp: The Art of Creating an E-Newsletter — Building a Connection with your Community (Digital Media)

11:30-Noon

Break in the Exhibit Hall.

Noon

Lunch and Cardinal Foley Award Presentation in the Grand Ballroom. Sponsored by Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States.

12:30-1:30 p.m.

Keynote Speaker: Sister Rose Pacatte, FSP — “Evangelization in a Digital Age”

1:30-2 p.m.

Break in the Exhibit Hall.

2-3:30 p.m.

Master Camp: Catholic Journalism in a Polarized World (Editorial and Communication Tracks)

Master Camp: How to Dramatically Grow Your Impact with Small Staff and Limited Budget (Business & Marketing Track)

Master Camp: The Art of Creating an E-Newsletter — Building a Connection with your Community (Digital Media)

3:30-4:30 p.m.

Break in the Exhibit Hall. Prize giveaway at 4:15 p.m.

4:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

Sponsor/Exhibitor Showcase(s)

5:30 p.m.

Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. (Leave for Basilica at 4:45 p.m.; confessions and tours at 5 p.m.)

Keith Hammonds

Workshop speakers

JOURNALIST AND NON-PROFIT EXECUTIVE WORKING AT THE INTERSECTION OF NEWS AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

Session 3
Solutions Journalism — How Catholic publications can help communities with problems
Thursday, June 8, 2:15 p.m.