JOB NAME: 10814 HIGH IMPACT BROCHURE COMPONENT: BROCHURE- 4S/8P FLAT SIZE: 17" x 11" FINAL SIZE: 8.5" x 11" INKS: 4/4: CMYK/CMYK PRODUCTION NOTES: FULL BLEED PAPER STOCK: Impact Repor t 2023 You are proclaiming Christ to the nations!
Dear EWTN Family, In the 1970s, Mother Angelica was concerned that many Catholics were poorly catechized, falling prey to false teachings, and leaving the Church. And she was also tired of unwholesome – and often blasphemous – programs filling television schedules and broadcasting to families around the world. She knew that people inherently yearn for truth, for beauty, and for goodness – all of which are found in our glorious Faith. And she also knew that people worldwide could better understand the teachings of the Church if there was a television network that proclaimed the Gospel. But how could a cloistered nun start a television network? She had $200, no experience, and a garage-turned-studio. In worldly terms, she had nothing. But what she did have was faith that could – and did – move mountains. This is how she started EWTN. She also knew that – if God wanted the Network to thrive – people like you would step forward in faith and generosity to continue this mission. More than forty years later, with the providence of the Lord and your incredible support, EWTN reaches people worldwide with the daily Mass, the Holy Rosary, and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. EWTN touches hearts with inspirational programs on the saints, the Most Holy Eucharist, and Sacred Scripture. And EWTN News has a global reach with news from a Catholic perspective. You are an integral part of EWTN’s story, which is why I’m pleased to share this Impact Report with you today. Inside, you will see the places EWTN reaches, the upcoming programs in production, and much more. You will see how your donations support this work of evangelization – and the ways each gift proclaims the Eternal Word to the nations. As our reach expands and more programs are created, we also remember that we are here for the individual. We are here for you. As Mother Angelica said in a 60 Minutes interview back in 1985, “Maybe I have built this entire Network for one person.” As she said many times, everything would be worth it if one soul turned to the Lord. This is only possible with you at our side. So please take a few minutes to see how you are bringing the Gospel to the nations with your support of EWTN. Thank you for being part of the EWTN Family. Sincerely in Christ, Michael P. Warsaw EWTN Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Contents TABLE OF A MESSAGE FROM Michael Warsaw 2 A Message from Michael Warsaw. . . . . . . . . . page 2 Our Mission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4 Television. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5 Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 7 News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 8 In the Digital Space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 9 Looking Forward. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 10 Ways to Give. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 11
- Mother Angelica Our Mission (1923-2016) “ We need to tell the Gospel and to show the people how they’re loved by God. If ... the Lord is helping you [through EWTN], be generous. I happen to think that this country needs this Network, and we need you.” “ The essence of evangelization is to tell everybody, ‘Jesus loves you.’” -Mother Angelica A D V A N C I N G T H E T R U T H O F T H E G O S P E L Mother Angelica had a simple goal for EWTN: to evangelize through media. From the beginning of the Church, the Apostles used their available methods to proclaim the Gospel – person-to-person and with handwritten letters. As the centuries passed, especially with the invention of the printing press, the faithful evangelized with books. In the 20th century, people such as St. Maximilian Kolbe and Venerable Fulton Sheen used modern methods (radio and television) to reach the masses. In that vein, Mother Angelica wanted to tell the nations about Jesus – by using technology. This is still our goal today. With television, radio, online, and print, EWTN reaches the world with the unchanging words of Sacred Scripture and the Tradition of the Church. And now, as we are well into the 21st century, we have serious problems that need solutions. While the world is mired in confusion, we need the Gospel more than ever. As anxiety and depression are increasing, we need the Most Holy Rosary and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. And as people are leaving the Church at alarming rates, we need the beauty of the Church proclaimed from the rooftops. Jesus is the answer to every problem, and we want the world to know this fact. In essence, that is the mission of EWTN. With your support, you are proclaiming His Holy Name. You are sharing the stories of the saints. You are telling the world, “Jesus loves you!” As a disabled senior citizen, EWTN has been my at-home church and has fulfilled my spiritual needs and given me spiritual guidance since I became disabled years ago! I don’t know what I would do without it every day. What a comfort it is to be able to turn on the TV and know you’re still part of your Catholic faith and community no matter where you are! Thank you Holy Trinity for your Gifts to us! Holy Spirit, please, never cease to Come to Us!” - Judith 3 4
Television With each gift, you are: Television is where it all began on EWTN – and it’s stronger now than ever with a potential viewing audience of more than one billion people. With hundreds of live events every year, new programs, and new episodes of your favorite daily and weekly shows, EWTN continually entertains and inspires you with the teachings of the Church, the stories of the saints, and the Holy Gospel. In 2023 EWTN has expanded, now reaching 18 million additional homes worldwide! This year, many more people in India, Hong Kong, Africa, and Latin America are able to watch EWTN Television because of your support. Thank you! Coming Soon to EWTN … Here are a few programs in production or pre-production: • Alive in Christ – The Eucharistic Martyrs • Explore with the Miracle Hunter (new episodes) • Wolves in the Fold • Saint Patrick • The Curé of Ars Keep updated on new programs each month with your EWTN Newsletter and Program Guide. If you have questions, please call 1-800-447-EWTN (3986). "It was mainly because of EWTN that I converted from Southern Baptist to Catholic! Love everything you all do. Love the TV shows, documentaries, books, religious items ... all of it! So, again ... thank you all!” – Pam Through your prayers and generous financial support of EWTN, you are changing lives and saving souls! Reaching those who are homebound to ensure that they have access to the daily Mass, devotions, and the best in Catholic content Forming children, teenagers, and young adults in the True teachings of the Church Telling the world about the Sacraments Daily Mass with the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word Broadcasting live coverage of Church events World Youth Day 2023 Sharing truth in a world longing for the Gospel The Transgender Movement: What Catholics Need to Know Television ■ International ■ Domestic Households with EWTN Television (Millions) 424.5 307.7 116.8 June 2023 369 257 112 2020 264 170.6 93.4 2015 161.2 73.1 88.1 2010 120.4 49.6 70.8 2005 66 20.3 45.7 2000 40.6 37.6 1995 National Eucharistic Revival As a media sponsor of the 3-year National Eucharistic Revival, EWTN regularly reports on the events and the people involved in this inspirational movement. And next summer, the Network will be on the ground in Indianapolis covering the National Eucharistic Congress! At EWTN, we want to bring people closer to Our Eucharistic Lord, which is why we share events like these, as well as daily Mass, live Adoration, and so much more. Visit ewtn.com/eucharist to learn more about the National Eucharistic Revival and to sign up for a free eBook. 5 6 ON DEMAND
Radio News EWTN Radio continues to be the most trusted source of authentically Catholic content on the air today. Featuring the leading voices in Catholic media, EWTN Radio provides 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-a-week live and interactive programming that can be heard around the world on virtually every streaming platform, on EWTN’s Podcast Central, as well as over-the-air via shortwave and AM/FM. Do you want news from a secular perspective, biased against the faith? Or do you want news that’s trustworthy, highly researched, and from a Catholic perspective? Look no further than EWTN News. With news on television, radio, print, and online, EWTN News helps advance the Gospel and teachings of the Church by seeking the truth in stories and events. On EWTN Television, you can watch EWTN News Nightly, EWTN Pro-life Weekly, The World Over, EWTN News In-Depth, and Vaticano. If you prefer your news online, you can visit the Catholic News Agency, a free, up-to-the-minute news service in multiple languages. Also, the National Catholic Register, the largest Catholic newspaper in the United States, is available both online and in print. EWTN News also includes ACI-Prensa, ACI-Stampa, ACI-Africa; ACIDigital; and CNA Deutsch. In 2022, EWTN launched ACI-MENA. This Arabic-language news service has correspondents in Syria, Lebanon, and Jerusalem. All of this is possible with your support. Thank you! What are people saying about EWTN News? “I must specifically thank the network for [EWTN News Nightly] because it is courageous and Catholic in reporting the news and being a truth-telling news operation. … I consider your news the number one news in the industry for pointing out the Catholic moral issues, political issues and reporting on a wide range of matters important to Catholics in a faithful and professional manner.” – Jim “Today I had the pleasure of hearing EWTN News in Depth for the first time. Honestly, it was one of the finest news programs I have ever heard. Montse Alvarado is not just good, she is excellent, probably the most professional, quick-thinking, and engaged news anchor I have heard. The guests were top-notch. I cannot say enough good things about what I heard. I will now tune in regularly. Thank you!” – Anonymous “Although many days the news has so much negativity, Tracy [Sabol] always infuses our Catholic worldview into her reporting, and she finds ways to give us hope for the future.” – Cecilia Only 34% of Americans believe the mass media "fully, accurately and fairly" reports the news*. Meanwhile, in a recent series of surveys, EWTN News consistently ranked high as a trusted news source among viewers, listeners, and readers. *Gallup, 2022 In March 2023, Montse Alvarado, the host of EWTN News In Depth, was appointed President and COO of EWTN News. She said, "The team at EWTN is remarkable and called for such a time as this to respond to the need for Truth in journalism. I look forward to leading this team of news professionals to play our necessary part in bolstering civil society through the free press.” New Programs on EWTN Radio The Spirit World - In this live call-in show, Debbie Georgianni and Adam Blai offer a Catholic perspective on angels, demons, and how the spiritual and physical worlds interact. Catholics Coast to Coast - Ace McKay takes a weekly look at some of the best Catholic podcasts from across America and around the world. Do you want to listen to EWTN Radio? Check out these pages. AM & FM affiliated stations in the U.S. ewtn.com/radioaffiliates Listen Live Online ewtn.com/radio Sirius/XM Satellite Radio ewtn.com/siriusxm iHeart Radio news.iheart.com/apps Also, make sure to look for the radio program guide each spring and fall in the EWTN Newsletter and Program Guide. “I traveled a lot through the years and got tired of listening to commercial stations. I came across your channel on the radio by accident and have listened to you for years. … I'm 67 now. You have inspired me so much that I started RCIA classes and have been going to Mass regularly for months now. I even catch up on programs I missed through your app. I love it all and I thank you. You all have completely turned my life around." – Jeff 7 8
In The Digital Space By the numbers (from January-June 2023): 46.44 million website page views 11.55 million website users 7.16 million social media followers This means that people are seeking the truth of the Gospel online – and EWTN is there to provide comfort, hope, and answers. New Programs Online James the Less What happens when an atheist who simply wants a job meets a girl who just wants to be a nun? This five-episode web series had a very successful launch with over 200,000 views on YouTube alone. Because of the response, we are currently in pre-production for new episodes that should be airing this spring. Here are a few more online programs… ✚ In a Pro-Life Minute ✚ Eucharistic Reflections ✚ The Shroud Have you signed up yet? The EWTN Online Learning Series draws people closer to Christ – providing a mini-retreat or pilgrimage online. So far, thousands have signed up for our faith-filled video series: ✚ In His Sandals ✚ The Seven Last Words ✚ Women Made New Sign up for these free, inspirational series today at ewtn.com/ols. It’s true that “EWTN is everywhere,” and that includes a steady presence online. From social media posts to podcasts and On Demand programs, EWTN has many ways of proclaiming the Gospel online. And ewtn.com is the second-largest Catholic website in the world. Only the Vatican’s website is larger. For any question of the faith you might have, EWTN has the answer for you. 2023 Catholic Media Awards Here are just a few of the awards EWTN received: ✚ Best Video for Social Media (First Place) “An Inside Look at Ukrainian Refugees in Poland” (Colm Flynn and Patrick Leonard) ✚ Special or Documentary – National Release (First Place) The Doctors of the Church: St Francis de Sales (Matthew Bunson, Greg Hendrick, Nathan Leon, Peter Gagnon) ✚ Spanish-language Special or Documentary – National Release (First Place): Una Sola Carne (Ricardo del Pozo, Doug Keck, John Elson, Betty Pilco) ✚ Best Coverage – Political Issues (First Place) Catholic News Agency, “Meet Chloe Cole, the 18-Year-Old Leading the Fight to Protect Children From Transgender Surgeries” (Edie Heipel and Jonah McKeown) ✚ Best Coverage – Disaster or Crises (First Place) National Catholic Register, “Russian Invasion in Ukraine: Testimonies From Catholics on the Ground” (Solène Tadié, Joan Frawley Desmond, Colm Flynn) ✚ Best Reporting of Social Justice Issues – Life and Dignity of the Human Person (First Place) National Catholic Register, “Motherhood Matters. But Do Catholic Maternity-Leave Policies Reflect That?” (Ann Schneible) ✚ Best Newspaper – National/ Wire Service (First Place) National Catholic Register At EWTN, our mission will always remain the same: telling the world about Jesus and His Church. As we continue this work, we understand that the world is changing, and we need to reach people where they are. We want every person in the world to know our incredible faith. With you at our side, we will be able to: ✚ Broadcast more episodes of your favorite programs ✚ Create new shows that will inspire all ages and faith stages ✚ Reach more people worldwide with the Gospel message ✚ Share more news – always from a Catholic perspective – that both informs and inspires ✚ Meet people where they are: television, radio, social media, podcasts, streaming – everywhere! Will you join us today to continue – and expand – this great work of evangelization? Looking Forward 9 10
With your support, we will continue to reach more souls with the Gospel message. Since we receive neither funding from the Church nor our media partners, this Network is brought to you by you. To make a one-time gift – or to sign up as a monthly donor – you can reach us … By Making Your Gift Today CONTINUE MOTHER ANGELICA’S MISSION - Mother Angelica “ We have a great God, and you are called to be great. You are called to change this world, and more than that – you are called to transform this world!” Online ewtn.com/givetoday By mail 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210 Or by calling 1-800-447-EWTN (3986)