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!
rccregistration.org
rccregistration.org
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
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...
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/
To register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
October 28, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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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:
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.
Human trafficking is a rampant epidemic. Join us Sept. 18 from 1-2 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”
religioncommunicators.org/professional...
religioncommunicators.org/professional...
August 26, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Human trafficking is a rampant epidemic. Join us Sept. 18 from 1-2 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”
religioncommunicators.org/professional...
religioncommunicators.org/professional...
Join in tomorrow - Thursday, Aug. 21 from 1-2 p.m. ET - for our Aug. Third Thursday Talk, Bring your success stories, questions and thoughts – and be ready to delve into a rich convo about community engagement.
Click here to register: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS...
Click here to register: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS...
August 20, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Join in tomorrow - Thursday, Aug. 21 from 1-2 p.m. ET - for our Aug. Third Thursday Talk, Bring your success stories, questions and thoughts – and be ready to delve into a rich convo about community engagement.
Click here to register: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS...
Click here to register: docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLS...
Join us today - Wednesday, August 13, at 2 p.m. ET - for How Faith Groups Can Adapt to Changing Demographics, presented by Larry Guengerich, Director of Communications and Engagement at Landis Communities
to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
August 13, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Join us today - Wednesday, August 13, at 2 p.m. ET - for How Faith Groups Can Adapt to Changing Demographics, presented by Larry Guengerich, Director of Communications and Engagement at Landis Communities
to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
to register: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
RCC's NY chapter is hosting:
Solidarity and Mercy: The Power of Christian Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine
Sept 4, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. – luncheon
Chris Herlinger, Award-winning journalist and RCC member
For more info or to refer a colleague: dale.gunn-lawton@churchofjesuschrist.org
Solidarity and Mercy: The Power of Christian Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine
Sept 4, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. – luncheon
Chris Herlinger, Award-winning journalist and RCC member
For more info or to refer a colleague: dale.gunn-lawton@churchofjesuschrist.org
August 12, 2025 at 2:11 PM
RCC's NY chapter is hosting:
Solidarity and Mercy: The Power of Christian Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine
Sept 4, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. – luncheon
Chris Herlinger, Award-winning journalist and RCC member
For more info or to refer a colleague: dale.gunn-lawton@churchofjesuschrist.org
Solidarity and Mercy: The Power of Christian Humanitarian Efforts in Ukraine
Sept 4, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. – luncheon
Chris Herlinger, Award-winning journalist and RCC member
For more info or to refer a colleague: dale.gunn-lawton@churchofjesuschrist.org
Sharing about a long-term, RCC leader:
George Clark Conklin Jr. August 5, 1931 – July 24, 2025 age 93, of Berkeley, California passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025. Our condolences to George's family, friends and colleagues.
George Clark Conklin Jr. August 5, 1931 – July 24, 2025 age 93, of Berkeley, California passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025. Our condolences to George's family, friends and colleagues.
August 6, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Sharing about a long-term, RCC leader:
George Clark Conklin Jr. August 5, 1931 – July 24, 2025 age 93, of Berkeley, California passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025. Our condolences to George's family, friends and colleagues.
George Clark Conklin Jr. August 5, 1931 – July 24, 2025 age 93, of Berkeley, California passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025. Our condolences to George's family, friends and colleagues.
Mark your calendars for our 2026 annual convention: April 16-18 in Cincinnati, Ohio. "Coming Together, Charting Our Course."
July 31, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Mark your calendars for our 2026 annual convention: April 16-18 in Cincinnati, Ohio. "Coming Together, Charting Our Course."
Join Us Today Wed., July 23, at 2 p.m. ET
for Dismantling Supremacy
presented by Rev. Dr. Shanta Premawardhana, President, OMNIA
us02web.zoom.us/j/8276506882...
Meeting ID: 827 6506 8823
Passcode: 633142
for Dismantling Supremacy
presented by Rev. Dr. Shanta Premawardhana, President, OMNIA
us02web.zoom.us/j/8276506882...
Meeting ID: 827 6506 8823
Passcode: 633142
July 23, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Join Us Today Wed., July 23, at 2 p.m. ET
for Dismantling Supremacy
presented by Rev. Dr. Shanta Premawardhana, President, OMNIA
us02web.zoom.us/j/8276506882...
Meeting ID: 827 6506 8823
Passcode: 633142
for Dismantling Supremacy
presented by Rev. Dr. Shanta Premawardhana, President, OMNIA
us02web.zoom.us/j/8276506882...
Meeting ID: 827 6506 8823
Passcode: 633142
Seven longtime RCC members were honored as Life Members for their decades of dedication to faith-based communication and unwavering service to RCC.
Collectively, they represent 248+ years of wisdom, service, and leadership. Learn more:
religioncommunicators.org/life-members
Collectively, they represent 248+ years of wisdom, service, and leadership. Learn more:
religioncommunicators.org/life-members
July 22, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Seven longtime RCC members were honored as Life Members for their decades of dedication to faith-based communication and unwavering service to RCC.
Collectively, they represent 248+ years of wisdom, service, and leadership. Learn more:
religioncommunicators.org/life-members
Collectively, they represent 248+ years of wisdom, service, and leadership. Learn more:
religioncommunicators.org/life-members
The July issue of Update, our news for RCC members and friends, is now posted online: religioncommunicators.org/rcc-publicat...
July 21, 2025 at 10:26 PM
The July issue of Update, our news for RCC members and friends, is now posted online: religioncommunicators.org/rcc-publicat...