6
Oct

Ode to journalism

Oh, beloved journalism, The more I contemplate your origins, principles, ethics, best practices and the work of your greatest ambassadors and practitioners, the more I appreciate you. I also feel regret and sorrow, now and then, for too many people, myself included, focus excessively on the current state of affairs.
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4
Oct

About the importance of dialogue

  In January 2016, Pope Francis released what I believe was the first web-based video on his monthly prayer intention. The theme: dialogue. As a PR professional, that touched me to the core. Dialogue has been a recurring theme of late in numerous circles inside and outside of the Church.
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29
Aug

Net Canada partners with Dialogue and Grace for expansion announcement

NET Canada, a leading youth ministry organization, has partnered with Dialogue and Grace to help spread the word about its expansion into Western Canada and Quebec. Building on a “listening campaign” focused on the needs of its stakeholders and constituents, Net Ministries is opening two news offices – out of
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26
Aug

Build it and they will come

The benefits and role of a Media “Room” in a solid Public Relations program. A media room – a.k.a. a News Bureau, information or press center – is a very effective way to build relationships with members of the media and engage third-party groups.   If online only, it can
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12
Jul

About teamwork, leadership and changes at the Holy See Press Office

A whirlwind of change has passed through the Vatican and it’s left many with a cocktail of emotions. After ten years as Director of the Holy See’s Press Office, Father Federico Lombardi has stepped down. He will be missed on many fronts — his serenity, poise and sense of humour
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