The Banner was recognized by the Associated Church Press (ACP) last week with five awards in its annual “Best of the Christian Press” competition. Founded 97 years ago, the ACP is the oldest religious press association in North America.
The Banner took home an Award of Excellence, the ACP’s highest honor, an Award of Merit, and three Honorable Mentions:
Award of Excellence
Convention or Meeting Coverage: “Synod 2012,” Gayla R. Postma, news editor
Award of Merit
Feature article: “The Art of Lament,” Nicholas Wolterstorff, author
Honorable Mentions
Theological—Devotional/Inspirational: “The Beauty of Belonging,” Harold Hiemstra, author
Media Review Section: “Tuned In,” Kristy Quist, editor
News Story: “Why Being a Binational Church Is So Important,” Gayla Postma, author
