EP 18: The Mission of Catholic Media in a Digital Age with Rob DeFrancesco

The Engaged Parish Podcast

In this episode of The Engaged Parish Podcast, we’re joined by Rob DeFrancesco, Executive Director of the Catholic Media Association. Rob shares his journey from local diocesan communicator to national leader in Catholic journalism and digital media—and why Catholic storytelling must always be rooted in mission. In this episode, we explore: * The power of Catholic media to evangelize * How parishes can simplify their communications strategy * The evolution from print to digital * What to expect at the upcoming Catholic Media Conference (June 24–27, Phoenix, AZ) eCatholic will be there, presenting a workshop on digital communications and recording podcast episodes live from the floor. Come say hi! Register for CMC at https://catholicmediaconference.org

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The Engaged Parish–presented by eCatholic–is your go-to resource for discovering the latest trends, inspiring stories, and powerful tools to enrich your parish community. Join us as we connect you with Catholic leaders, influencers, and innovators who are making a real difference in the Church today. Whether you're looking for fresh ideas to inspire your parish or ways to grow your faith, The Engaged Parish delivers insightful conversations that empower you to build a thriving, connected Catholic community. Tune in and discover how you can inspire, build, and grow in your parish life.