Religion Communicators Council (RCC)
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RCC is an association that provides opportunities for networking and professional development for communicators of faith-based organizations. RCC fosters excellence in communicators of religious faith and values, while advancing religious literacy.
Have you submitted your work for the DeRose-Hinkhouse awards? The DeRose-Hinkhouse Memorial Awards are given annually to active RCC members who demonstrate excellence in religious communications and public relations. More info and register here: rccregistration.org/derose-hinkh...
December 3, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Have you submitted your work for the DeRose-Hinkhouse awards? The DeRose-Hinkhouse Memorial Awards are given annually to active RCC members who demonstrate excellence in religious communications and public relations. More info and register here: rccregistration.org/derose-hinkh...
For many of us, this week brings a few days out of the office for a long Thanksgiving weekend. Make good use of these more relaxed days and take advantage of the best convention rate - a $30 savings offered to members now through November 30 as a "way early bird" discount!
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November 26, 2025 at 1:51 PM
For many of us, this week brings a few days out of the office for a long Thanksgiving weekend. Make good use of these more relaxed days and take advantage of the best convention rate - a $30 savings offered to members now through November 30 as a "way early bird" discount!
rccregistration.org
rccregistration.org
Thinking about attending the 2026 RCC convention? Check out this great video showcasing the '25 convention! Thank you so much to our wonderful hosts at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpFI...
To register and more info: rccregistration.org
To register and more info: rccregistration.org
Religion Communicators Gather in Utah
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November 25, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Thinking about attending the 2026 RCC convention? Check out this great video showcasing the '25 convention! Thank you so much to our wonderful hosts at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpFI...
To register and more info: rccregistration.org
To register and more info: rccregistration.org
As part of our 2026 convention, we'll get to tour the American Sign Museum and learn more about this unique form of communication. Here's RCC president Ryan Koch at the museum on a quick visit.
Convention info: rccregistration.org
More about the museum: www.americansignmuseum.org
Convention info: rccregistration.org
More about the museum: www.americansignmuseum.org
November 24, 2025 at 9:39 PM
As part of our 2026 convention, we'll get to tour the American Sign Museum and learn more about this unique form of communication. Here's RCC president Ryan Koch at the museum on a quick visit.
Convention info: rccregistration.org
More about the museum: www.americansignmuseum.org
Convention info: rccregistration.org
More about the museum: www.americansignmuseum.org
Join us tomorrow, Thurs, Nov. 20, for a double-header of programming:
“What Faith Groups Can Do About the Epidemic of Human Trafficking” – 1 p.m. ET
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Media Relations - Third Thursday Talk - 2 p.m. ET
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“What Faith Groups Can Do About the Epidemic of Human Trafficking” – 1 p.m. ET
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Media Relations - Third Thursday Talk - 2 p.m. ET
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November 19, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Join us tomorrow, Thurs, Nov. 20, for a double-header of programming:
“What Faith Groups Can Do About the Epidemic of Human Trafficking” – 1 p.m. ET
religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Media Relations - Third Thursday Talk - 2 p.m. ET
religioncommunicators.org/third-thursd...
“What Faith Groups Can Do About the Epidemic of Human Trafficking” – 1 p.m. ET
religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Media Relations - Third Thursday Talk - 2 p.m. ET
religioncommunicators.org/third-thursd...
Share Your Thoughts: Program Suggestions for '26
In order to continue providing programming that you value, please take a few moments to complete the brief survey; your feedback and suggestions are much appreciated! religioncommunicators.org/professional...
In order to continue providing programming that you value, please take a few moments to complete the brief survey; your feedback and suggestions are much appreciated! religioncommunicators.org/professional...
November 18, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Share Your Thoughts: Program Suggestions for '26
In order to continue providing programming that you value, please take a few moments to complete the brief survey; your feedback and suggestions are much appreciated! religioncommunicators.org/professional...
In order to continue providing programming that you value, please take a few moments to complete the brief survey; your feedback and suggestions are much appreciated! religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Hotel reservations for our 2026 convention are now open!
Join us at the Cincinnati Marriott RiverCenter, 10 West RiverCenter Boulevard, Covington. We’ve secured a special rate of $169/night, plus fees and taxes – use this link for the convention rate: book.passkey.com/event/511457...
Join us at the Cincinnati Marriott RiverCenter, 10 West RiverCenter Boulevard, Covington. We’ve secured a special rate of $169/night, plus fees and taxes – use this link for the convention rate: book.passkey.com/event/511457...
Welcome Religion Communicators Council (RCC) Annual Meeting
Book your hotel room for the Religion Communicators Council (RCC) Annual Meeting at special rates, available here on an exclusive basis.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Hotel reservations for our 2026 convention are now open!
Join us at the Cincinnati Marriott RiverCenter, 10 West RiverCenter Boulevard, Covington. We’ve secured a special rate of $169/night, plus fees and taxes – use this link for the convention rate: book.passkey.com/event/511457...
Join us at the Cincinnati Marriott RiverCenter, 10 West RiverCenter Boulevard, Covington. We’ve secured a special rate of $169/night, plus fees and taxes – use this link for the convention rate: book.passkey.com/event/511457...
The November issue of Update, RCC's newsletter for members and friends, has been posted to our website: religioncommunicators.org/rcc-publicat...
November 12, 2025 at 1:41 PM
The November issue of Update, RCC's newsletter for members and friends, has been posted to our website: religioncommunicators.org/rcc-publicat...
Webinar tomorrow: Wed, Nov 12, at 2 p.m. ET
Podcasting with Ryan Dunn, Minister of Online Engagement for United Methodist Communications.
More info here: religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Podcasting with Ryan Dunn, Minister of Online Engagement for United Methodist Communications.
More info here: religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
November 11, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Webinar tomorrow: Wed, Nov 12, at 2 p.m. ET
Podcasting with Ryan Dunn, Minister of Online Engagement for United Methodist Communications.
More info here: religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Podcasting with Ryan Dunn, Minister of Online Engagement for United Methodist Communications.
More info here: religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
The Religion Communicators Council is now accepting entries from individuals, groups, and organizations working in the secular (non-religious) media for the 2026 Wilbur Awards.
More information about the 2026 Wilbur Awards at: rccregistration.org/wilbur-award...
More information about the 2026 Wilbur Awards at: rccregistration.org/wilbur-award...
November 6, 2025 at 1:41 AM
The Religion Communicators Council is now accepting entries from individuals, groups, and organizations working in the secular (non-religious) media for the 2026 Wilbur Awards.
More information about the 2026 Wilbur Awards at: rccregistration.org/wilbur-award...
More information about the 2026 Wilbur Awards at: rccregistration.org/wilbur-award...
Register here: rccregistration.org/register/
October 30, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Register here: rccregistration.org/register/
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October 28, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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To paraphrase the saying, "stuff happens,' and effective crisis management is essential for navigating unplanned and unforeseen events. Join us today - Tuesday, October 21 - at 2 p.m. ET for "Crisis Planning and Prevention"
Details and to register: religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Details and to register: religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Professional Development | Religion Communicators Council
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October 21, 2025 at 2:04 PM
To paraphrase the saying, "stuff happens,' and effective crisis management is essential for navigating unplanned and unforeseen events. Join us today - Tuesday, October 21 - at 2 p.m. ET for "Crisis Planning and Prevention"
Details and to register: religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Details and to register: religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Join Us Today Thurs, October 16, at 1 p.m. ET for "Strategic Communication Plans"
For our October Third Thursday Talk, we'll share what’s working and how you might enhance your plans, all in preparation for the New Year.
Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
For our October Third Thursday Talk, we'll share what’s working and how you might enhance your plans, all in preparation for the New Year.
Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
October 16, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Join Us Today Thurs, October 16, at 1 p.m. ET for "Strategic Communication Plans"
For our October Third Thursday Talk, we'll share what’s working and how you might enhance your plans, all in preparation for the New Year.
Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
For our October Third Thursday Talk, we'll share what’s working and how you might enhance your plans, all in preparation for the New Year.
Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
The October issue of Update, our newsletter for RCC members and friends, is now online: religioncommunicators.org/rcc-publicat...
October 16, 2025 at 1:29 AM
The October issue of Update, our newsletter for RCC members and friends, is now online: religioncommunicators.org/rcc-publicat...
Crises happen. Get yourself - and your organization - ready for what might happen. Join us Tuesday, October 21, at 2 p.m. ET for "Crisis Planning and Prevention" presented by Deborah Hileman, President and CEO of The Institute for Crisis Management.
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October 14, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Crises happen. Get yourself - and your organization - ready for what might happen. Join us Tuesday, October 21, at 2 p.m. ET for "Crisis Planning and Prevention" presented by Deborah Hileman, President and CEO of The Institute for Crisis Management.
religioncommunicators.org/professional...
religioncommunicators.org/professional...
What a great view, thanks to RCC Board of Governors member Wesley Pinkham.
Want to learn more about Cincinnati, our convention host city? Check out the great resources and links shared at VisitCincy.com - www.visitcincy.com
Want to learn more about Cincinnati, our convention host city? Check out the great resources and links shared at VisitCincy.com - www.visitcincy.com
September 23, 2025 at 7:52 PM
What a great view, thanks to RCC Board of Governors member Wesley Pinkham.
Want to learn more about Cincinnati, our convention host city? Check out the great resources and links shared at VisitCincy.com - www.visitcincy.com
Want to learn more about Cincinnati, our convention host city? Check out the great resources and links shared at VisitCincy.com - www.visitcincy.com
Our Sept. Board of Governors meeting begins with uplifting quotes about faith. Perhaps they will inspire your day as well:
September 19, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Our Sept. Board of Governors meeting begins with uplifting quotes about faith. Perhaps they will inspire your day as well:
The September issue of Update, our news for RCC members and friends, is now posted online: religioncommunicators.org/rcc-publicat...
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September 19, 2025 at 11:31 AM
The September issue of Update, our news for RCC members and friends, is now posted online: religioncommunicators.org/rcc-publicat...
Join us TODAY at 2 p.m. ET for our Third Thursday Talk as Theresa Flores - advocate, author, and survivor - discusses “What Faith Groups Can Do About the Epidemic of Human Trafficking”
Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Event registration
Thursday, September 18, at 2 p.m. ET
What Faith Groups Can Do About the Epidemic of Human Trafficking
Theresa Flores, Advocate, Author, and Survivor
On her worst night after being auctioned off to nea...
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September 18, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Join us TODAY at 2 p.m. ET for our Third Thursday Talk as Theresa Flores - advocate, author, and survivor - discusses “What Faith Groups Can Do About the Epidemic of Human Trafficking”
Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Click here to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
On Sat, Sept. 20th at 6:00 pm, we invite you to gather with us at the Church of Scientology, 1130 8th Ave South, Nashville, for a very special evening dedicated to Peace Day. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
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Nashville Chapter | Religion Communicators Council
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September 16, 2025 at 8:09 PM
On Sat, Sept. 20th at 6:00 pm, we invite you to gather with us at the Church of Scientology, 1130 8th Ave South, Nashville, for a very special evening dedicated to Peace Day. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome.
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RCC’s New York chapter recently hosted award-winning journalist (and RCC member) Chris Herlinger, who discussed the current situation in Ukraine. Chris shared from his book, Solidarity and Mercy: The Power of Christian Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine, published by Morehouse.
September 10, 2025 at 4:10 PM
RCC’s New York chapter recently hosted award-winning journalist (and RCC member) Chris Herlinger, who discussed the current situation in Ukraine. Chris shared from his book, Solidarity and Mercy: The Power of Christian Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine, published by Morehouse.
RCC members are invited to attend inaugural Dignity Leadership Summit, happening October 19 & 20 in Salt Lake City; details and to register: www.dignity.us/summit
Summit — The Dignity Index
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September 8, 2025 at 6:52 PM
RCC members are invited to attend inaugural Dignity Leadership Summit, happening October 19 & 20 in Salt Lake City; details and to register: www.dignity.us/summit
If you missed our recent professional development webinar, you can watch the recording on our YouTube channel: "How Faith Groups Can Adapt to Changing Demographics" - youtu.be/PnpQKhV8ZdE?...
"How Faith Groups Can Adapt to Changing Demographics" - August 2025 professional development webinar
YouTube video by Religion Communicators Council
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September 3, 2025 at 3:07 PM
If you missed our recent professional development webinar, you can watch the recording on our YouTube channel: "How Faith Groups Can Adapt to Changing Demographics" - youtu.be/PnpQKhV8ZdE?...
Religion News Association invites RCC members to attend their Sept 18 webinar: "How I Got the Story" with Sam Kestenbaum. This is going to be a deep dive into Sam's "The Demon Slayers: The New Age of American Exorcisms," a 2025 Wilbur award winner.
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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: "How I Got the Story" with Sam Kestenbaum. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Join us for a compelling deep dive with Sam Kestenbaum as he unpacks "The Demon Slayers: The New Age of American Exorcisms" — a Harper’s Magazine cover story that takes us backstage at a revivalist ex...
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August 29, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Religion News Association invites RCC members to attend their Sept 18 webinar: "How I Got the Story" with Sam Kestenbaum. This is going to be a deep dive into Sam's "The Demon Slayers: The New Age of American Exorcisms," a 2025 Wilbur award winner.
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...