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EWTN Honored for Its Global Coverage of the Rosary Relay

In a significant recognition of its commitment to Catholic outreach, the Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN) has been awarded the Sixteenth Annual Worldpriest Global Rosary Relay Award. This honor acknowledges EWTN's exceptional efforts in promoting the Global Rosary Relay, a prayer initiative that unites Catholics from around the world in their prayers for priests.

On December 8, 2025, at a ceremony held at Our Lady of the Angels Chapel in Irondale, Alabama, Peter Gagnon, President of EWTN Studios, received the award from James Diroff, Director of Worldpriest Inc. USA. The award was presented on behalf of Marion Mulhall, the founder of the Worldpriest Global Apostolate, in recognition of EWTN’s substantial contribution to this pivotal initiative. Gagnon expressed gratitude, stating, “It is a gift to receive this award for the work we do in partnership with Worldpriest on the Global Rosary Relay.”

Last year, EWTN played a crucial role by broadcasting the relay from various countries, including renowned locations where visions of Our Lady have occurred, such as the Lourdes Grotto and Walsingham in England. This annual event not only supports priests actively serving their communities but also encourages those discerning their vocation to the priesthood.

“I am humbled to support the Worldpriest prayer movement,” Gagnon added, thanking Marion Mulhall for the recognition. The award highlights the power of the Rosary in enhancing spiritual connections among clergy and laity alike.

Marion Mulhall elaborated on the mission of the Global Rosary Relay, emphasizing that the initiative, derived from the heartfelt inspiration of '20 Countries, 20 Mysteries,' aims to unite people across different cultures and ages in prayer. This powerful movement fulfills the desire for global prayer by advocating, “Pray the Rosary, unite with your country, and help encircle the world in prayer.”

Participants affirm the meaningful impact of the Global Rosary Relay on their lives. Melissa Nicholas Palikat from Malaysia remarked, “The Global Rosary Relay transforms sentiment into action. I know I should pray for priests – the Global Rosary Relay gives me a powerful way to actually do it.”

Mulhall expressed her joy in honoring EWTN's years of support, saying, “My heart is filled with joy as I congratulate Peter Gagnon and the entire EWTN team for receiving this prestigious award. It’s a great blessing to see EWTN’s exceptional talents being recognized.”

About Worldpriest

Worldpriest was founded by a collective of advertising, communications, and social media professionals to promote the Catholic faith and support the priestly ministry. Their primary resource website and the Annual Global Rosary Relay aim to deepen the relationship between priests and the laity with Jesus Christ. The organization tirelessly provides information on faith, Church teachings, and resources that support clergy, emphasizing that God is with us through all circumstances. For more detail, visit Worldpriest and EWTN.

About EWTN

Celebrating its 45th anniversary, EWTN is the largest Catholic media organization in the world, broadcasting 24 hours a day to over 435 million households in more than 160 countries and territories. Its vast range of platforms includes multiple TV channels, radio services, and one of the most visited Catholic websites in the U.S. Besides its extensive multimedia presence, EWTN News operates several global news services, creating content across various languages, ensuring that the Catholic voice is heard worldwide.