Master Camps

Wednesday, June 19, 9:30 a.m.-Noon

Live Christ, Communicate Christ: A Spirituality for Media Professionals

Sr. Nancy Uselmann, FSP

Michael Heinlein

This Master Camp will be a practical workshop/retreat specifically designed to equip Catholic media professionals with a spirituality that reinforces their unique vocation and mission.

As Catholic media professionals, why do we do what we do? What gives meaning to, sustains and shapes the work we undertake? What guides our creativity? This session will equip Catholic media professionals with a Pauline media spirituality that helps us to grow in and respond to our call to be missionary disciples within the Church’s evangelizing mission. Through specific spiritual practices, we will learn to live and communicate Christ in the manner of Saint Paul the Apostle, patron of missionaries, communicators and journalists. Attendees of this session will leave with a greater understanding of and appreciation for what it means to live out their baptismal vocation within the field of Catholic media, and to allow this spirituality to infuse every aspect of life and mission.

  • Presenters: Sr. Nancy Uselmann, FSP, and Michael Heinlein

  • When: Wednesday, June 19, 9:30 a.m.-Noon

  • Location: Ponce de Leon (Terrace Level)

Faith Meets AI: Embracing Technology in Roman Catholic Contexts

Fr. Ricky Manalo, C.S.P.

This Master Camp serves as an enlightening primer on artificial intelligence for those engaged in Catholic ministry. It aims to demystify AI, providing basic definitions and insights into its burgeoning role within the Catholic contexts. Attendees will explore how AI tools are being integrated into various aspects of Catholic life, including catechesis, educational institutions, pastoral ministry, and even spiritual, liturgical, and worship practices. Furthermore, the session will delve into the ethical considerations and existential questions surrounding AI, fostering a thoughtful dialogue on how this technology could align with Catholic values and the future of the Church in the digital age.

  • Presenter: Fr. Ricky Manalo, C.S.P.

  • When: Wednesday, June 19, 9:30 a.m.-Noon

  • Location: Chastain AB (Terrace Level)

Donations, Signups and Growth Using Meta and Google Ads

Chris Baker

In this Master Camp, you’ll learn about the strategies to achieve your goals using digital paid ad campaigns. We'll also discuss the benefits of using digital paid advertising - from increasing your social media platform followers to obtaining sign-ups to bringing in more donations. We’ll cover both the Meta Ads Manager and Google Ads platforms to give you an in-depth look at how to better achieve your goals using digital paid ads.

  • Presenter: Chris Baker

  • When: Wednesday, June 19, 9:30 a.m.-Noon

  • Location: Augusta (Ballroom Level)

Funding Sources & Models for Catholic Media

Sharon Adams

Amy Kawula

Bob King

Nic Prenger

Funding Sources & Models for Catholic Media | This workshop will provide revenue-generating ideas for Catholic media: Fundraising 101 (Nic Prenger); Sponsorships & Donations (Amy Kawula); best practices for generating print & digital advertising (Bob King); and grant writing (Sharon Adams) with an open discussion forum to follow. Bring your ideas to share!

  • Presenters: Sharon Adams, Bob King, Amy Kawula and Nic Prenger

  • When: Wednesday, June 19, 9:30 a.m.-Noon

  • Location: Suwanee (Ballroom Level)