A Journalist’s Guide to Healing the Divide: Media Mindfulness for Holistic Communication
Create faith-driven content that bridges divides, not deepens them.
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In an era of rapid information flow and deep divides in both society and in the Church, being able to approach media from a faith perspective is more essential than ever. Led by Sr. Nancy Usselmann, FSP, and Sr. Hosea Rupprecht, FSP, this workshop presents the fundamentals of media mindfulness and provides practical ways to create content that bridges divides rather than deepening polarization. Through guided conversation and practical examples, this session aims to empower Catholic journalists to report with clarity, responsibility, and a commitment to healing the fractures in Church and society.
Sr. Nancy Usselmann, FSP, is the Director of Pauline Media Studies, a ministry of the Daughters of St Paul that encourages media mindfulness catechesis for a lived discipleship. She is a Media Literacy Educator, theologian, speaker, writer, film/TV reviewer, and author of "Media Fasting: Six Weeks to Recharge in Christ." She has a Doctorate in Ministry from Catholic University of America and a Master of Arts in Theology. Her passion is helping young adults integrate faith with their media use. Sr. Nancy is often seen around Hollywood on film panels, interviewing on the red carpet, and sharing the Sisters’ media spirituality with industry professionals.
Sr. Hosea Rupprecht, FSP, a Daughter of St. Paul, holds a Masters of Theological Studies from the University of St. Michael’s College and an MA in Media Literacy from Webster University. Sr. Hosea is a Media Literacy specialist and associate director of Pauline Media Studies based in Los Angeles. She is a speaker, author, film critic, and regular contributor to Our Sunday Visitor News on media and faith topics. For the past 20 years, she has facilitated various film dialogues for both children and adults, as well as given presentations on integrating culture, faith, spirituality, and media on the parish, diocesan, and national levels.