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Ave Maria Press Celebrates 15 Finalists in the 2025 ACP Excellence in Publishing Awards

Ave Maria Press Celebrates 15 Finalists in the 2025 ACP Excellence in Publishing Awards

We are thrilled to announce that fifteen titles and fourteen authors from Ave Maria Press have been named finalists in the 2025 Excellence in Publishing Awards presented by the Association of Catholic Publishers (ACP). These prestigious awards honor the very best in Catholic publishing and highlight works that contribute meaningfully to the Church and the world. This year’s finalists span a wide range of topics—from discipleship and spiritual growth to pastoral care and theology—reflecting Ave Maria Press’s commitment to providing high-quality Catholic resources for individuals and ministries alike. Ave Maria Press finalists by category include: General Interest A Catholic Guide to Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss by Abigail Jorgensen A Journey through the Catechism by Fr. Daniel J. Mahan Befriending Your Inner Child by Brya Hanan Intensive Caring by Natalie King, MD Talking with Your Teen about Sex by Julia Sadusky Inspirational A Midwinter God by Christine Valters Paintner A Saint Squad for Teachers by Amy J. Cattapan Reaching for Heaven by Michael Amodei We Are Only Saved Together by Colin Miller Prayer: General Jesus, Make Me Fully Alive by Fr. Tim Anastos Prayer: Seasonal Resources Encountering Emmanuel by Heather Khym Resources for Liturgy A Journey through the Catechism by Fr. Daniel J. Mahan Resources for Ministry Redeeming Power by Ann M. Garrido Spirituality Welcoming the Holy Spirit with Padre Pio by Susan De Bartoli Theology Behold, Believe, Become by Timothy P. O’Malley Each entry was evaluated by a panel of three judges, who selected 6–9 finalists in each category to advance to the final round. Winners—first, second, and third place—will be announced this June. Therese Brown, ACP Executive Director, noted key trends among the finalists this year: a strong emphasis on discipleship, including a focus on women, saints, and Mary; a thoughtful approach to complex pastoral issues from miscarriage to end-of-life care; and a notable number of prolific authors, including one with five books among the finalists. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all our authors and thank the ACP for recognizing their important contributions to Catholic publishing. Stay tuned for the announcement of the winners in June!

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AVE MARIA PRESS LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE: DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND

AVE MARIA PRESS LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE: DESIGNED WITH YOU IN MIND

NOTRE DAME, IN—Ave Maria Press is thrilled to announce the launch of our completely redesigned website at avemariapress.com. This exciting update is inspired by our mission to help you know, love, and serve God. With a fresh look and user-friendly features, our new site is designed to set hearts on fire for Christ and make your faith journeymore fulfilling.We recognize that our previous website didn’t always meet your expectations, and we sincerely appreciate your patience as we worked to enhance your online experience. Your feedback and support have been invaluable in shaping this redesign.WHAT’S NEW?• Simplified Checkout: A faster, easier checkout process for a smoother shopping experience.• Streamlined Browsing: Effortlessly explore books and resources by topics and categories.• Customer Reviews: Make informed choices with insights from fellow readers.• Live Chat Support: Get real-time help with products or orders.• Social Shopping Integration: Shop directly from Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok.• Wishlist Feature: Save your favorite titles for later.• Loyalty and Rewards Program: Earn perks with every purchase.This redesign goes beyond convenience—it reflects our ongoing commitment to serving you with excellence and supporting your faith journey. We hope that the new avemariapress.com will become your go-to destination for discovering books and resources that inspire and enrich your life.EXPERIENCE IT TODAY!We invite you to explore our new website at avemariapress.com. Discover how these updates make finding the books and resources that spark your love for God simpler than ever. And rest assured, our team, is here to support you every step of the way.Thank you for being part of the Ave Maria Press community. Together, let’s continue to set hearts on fire for Christ.With gratitude,The Ave Maria Press Team

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Ave Maria Press Unveils NEW High School Theology Textbook Series for 2025–26

Ave Maria Press is excited to introduce a brand new collection of Catholic theology textbooks for high school students, available for the 2025–26 school year. Designed with both teachers and students in mind, these textbooks offer updated content, engaging resources, and a renewed emphasis on evangelizing catechesis to both educate and inspire students in their Catholic faith. The series includes the following titles: • God Reveals: An Introduction to the Bible (Course I) • God Loves: Jesus Christ Enters the World (Course II) • God Saves: We Are Redeemed through the Paschal Mystery (Course III) • The Holy Catholic Church: History and Mission of God’s People (Course IV) • Catholic Morality: Finding Truth in God’s Law (Course V) COMING SPRING 2026 • The Seven Sacraments: Signs of God’s Grace (Course VI) COMING SPRING 2026 Each textbook is designed in a student-friendly format, and includes classical and contemporary artwork, in-text infographics, focus questions, assessments, and chapter projects that accommodate diverse learning styles, making them suitable for both traditional and block scheduling. For students seeking deeper engagement, enhanced content offers opportunities for further study. The durable, sleek 6x9 format reinforces a serious academic approach, while also ensuring ease of use and accessibility. All textbooks have been reviewed as part of the USCCB’s Institute on the Catechism’s new accompaniment model, are fully in conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and have received an imprimatur. In addition, we offer FREE classroom resources curated to complement each textbook. Available in both print and digital formats, the series can be accessed through:           • eTextbooks on platforms such as Apple, EdTech, eCampus,             and VitalSource           • PDF site licenses directly from Ave Maria Press

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Ave Authors and Designers Win 10 CMA Awards!

Ave Maria Press authors and designers earned 10 awards from the Catholic Media Association on Friday, June 21, 2024, at the annual Catholic Media Conference in Atlanta. Meg Hunter-Kilmer won first place in the backlist beauty category for Pray for Us.  Three second-place awards were given to: Jen Norton in the contemporary spirituality category for Arise to Blessedness Fr. Goyo Hidalgo in the memoir category for From Prodigal to Priest Erica Tighe Campbell in the category of lifestyle books for Living the Seasons Third place was awarded to The Grief of Dads for the front cover artwork, and Living the Seasons for design and production. Congratulations to designers Christopher D. Tobin and Brianna Dombo! Honorable Mention goes to Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran for Rebuilt Faith in the popular presentation of the Catholic faith category; John Bergsma for Love Basics for Catholics, popular scripture studies category; Emily Jaminet for Holy Habits from the Sacred Heart, family life category; and The Ave Guide to the Scriptural Rosary, collections of prayers category. The complete list of winners is available on the Catholic Media Association website.

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Welcoming the Christ Child with Padre Pio Winner of an International Book Award!

American Book Fest announced the winners and finalists of THE 2024 INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARDS (IBA), one of the world’s largest international book award programs for mainstream, indie, and self-published titles.  We are pleased to share that Welcoming the Christ Child with Padre Pio by Susan De Bartoli has won the award in the Religion General category. Congratulations to Susan and Ave editor, Heidi Hess Saxton!

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Three Ave Authors Honored by the Association of Catholic Publishers

Ave Maria Press is pleased to announce the 2024 Excellence in Publishing Awards winners for the Association of Catholic Publishers. Julia Sadusky won second place in the general interest category for Start Talking to Your Kids about Sex. Fr. John Burns took second place in the spirituality category for Return: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation and Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR, earned third place in the same category for Prepare Your Heart: A Guided Advent Journal for Prayer and Meditation. You can view all of the winners on the ACP website.

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Erin Pierce Named Publicist and Strategic Partnerships Manager at Ave Maria Press

Erin Pierce has been named publicist and strategic partnerships manager. "Erin has been such a valuable member of the Ave team for the past seven years. We couldn't be more excited about her transition into this new role. Her genuine care for our authors and her infectious enthusiasm for promoting our publications make her a perfect fit," said Karey Circosta, our publisher and CEO. Pierce came to Ave in 2017 and quickly advanced from sales to marketing in 2018. Recognized as a gifted team player, she has consistently demonstrated her willingness to step in and assist colleagues whenever needed. Her contributions have been pivotal in spearheading and expanding numerous initiatives, notably Ave Explores, the professional development webinar series for ministry leaders, and the parish book program, all while fostering growth within the ministry resources category. Before joining Ave Maria Press, Pierce served as a dedicated high school theology teacher at Marian High School in Mishawaka, IN, for a remarkable twenty-four years. Her profound love for imparting the faith to her students, coupled with her role as student council advisor, exemplified her commitment to nurturing the spiritual, emotional, social, and intellectual development of God’s children. Pierce's academic background includes a bachelor of arts degree in religious studies from Florida State University and a master of arts degree in theology from the University of Notre Dame. With her extensive experience and profound dedication, Ave Maria Press is confident in Pierce's ability to drive forward our mission in this new role.

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Five Ave Authors are Finalists in the 2024 Excellence in Publishing Awards for ACP

Five Ave Maria Press authors are finalists in three categories as part of the 2024 Excellence in Publishing Awards for the Association of Catholic Publishers. The finalists are: Julia Sadusky for Start Talking to Your Kids about Sex (General Interest Category) Paul George for Holy Grit (Inspirational Category) Emily Jaminet for Holy Habits from the Sacred Heart (Inspirational Category) Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR, for Prepare Your Heart: A Guided Advent Journal for Prayer and Meditation (Spirituality Category) Fr. John Burns for Return: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation (Spirituality Category)   First, second, and third-place winners will be announced in June. A “Resource of the Year” will be named from among the first place finishers of the 17 categories.

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