National reporter covering religion with balance, accuracy, and insight

Religion News Service

Covers religion and belief, reporting on their impact on American public life and culture.

Covers religion with national perspective and senior editorial experience

The News & Observer

Religion reporter with experience covering state and federal government, Covid in rural regions, and tribal affairs.

Chron.com

Freelance print reporter with 30 years experience covering American religion for major news organizations.

Self-employed

Freelance journalist originally covering religion. Passionate about ecotourism and connecting writing to climate change issues.

Editorial director and online editor and reporter with experience in religious news and organizational leadership.

Christianity Today

Experienced writer and editor with a background in medical society magazine cover stories and leadership overseeing reporters.

National Correspondent covering religion, faith, and values at a leading news publication.

The New York Times

Religion reporter freelancing on faith, politics, and culture with experience in online magazine editing.

Self Employed

Journalist and author specializing in religion, power, and American culture.

Farrar, Straus and Giroux

Environment correspondent for NCRonline, contributing to EarthBeat. Experienced journalist with a focus on environmental issues. Active member of professional journalism organizations.

NCRonline

Experienced news director and correspondent specializing in complex religious issues, delivering thought-provoking and world-class content.

The Associated Press

Covers diverse topics with experience at Washington Square News and Sentient Media

Washington Square News

Reporter at National Catholic Reporter based in Fort Collins, Colorado. Experienced in business and human interest stories. Committed to delivering insightful journalism.

National Catholic Reporter

News reporter presenting balanced coverage of often contentious stories for a religious foundation.

The Living Church Foundation

Emmy-winning contributor and panelist with experience hosting and authoring media content.

CBS News Sunday Morning

Faith Reporter at Courier News, Home News Tribune, and MyCentralJersey.com based in East Brunswick, New Jersey. Experienced in news reporting with a focus on faith-related topics.

Courier News, Home News Tribune, MyCentralJersey.com

Staff Writer since Jan 2016, writing general-interest pieces for diverse undergraduate readers and conducting interviews. Currently Strategic Engagement Associate in Communications at PRRI.

Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI)

Reporter covering local interfaith and national transformed Christianity topics, based in Kansas City.

The Examiner

Devotional writer, newsletter curator, freelance reporter, photojournalist, and web producer.

Crosswalk.com

Experienced newspaper reporter and social media manager with expertise in news aggregation and content sharing.

Focus on theology, communication, and research with religious topics

Anne Chamberlin is an editorial contributor with published work on culture, politics, and family topics at The Gospel Coalition and The Des Moines Register.

National Correspondent at USA TODAY covering issues of faith, inequity, social justice, and self-identity. Experienced journalist with a passion for narrative storytelling. Formerly with The Seattle Times, Phoenix New Times, and The Dallas Morning News.

USA TODAY

Lead Editor and Sports Writer with expertise in sports content creation and editorial leadership.

RotoBaller

Multi-media journalist and business reporter writing stories for Mainstreet Daily News.

Mainstreet Daily News

Senior correspondent with decades of experience writing about science and its relation to culture and politics.

Wired Magazine

Feature writer reporting on criminal justice and death row, with notable work including a cover article on churches in Iowa supporting related issues.

Experienced professional specializing in reporter outreach and media relations, focusing on science, space, and technology topics.

Writer, editor, and novelist with interests in energy costs and Caribbean travel. Passionate about reading, writing, and music. Christ follower.

Covers complex, controversial stories with nuance and balance

National Catholic Register

Freelance journalist and digital media entrepreneur engaging diverse audiences

Beth Mund is a reporter and columnist for the Loras College Newspaper and an on-air reporter for KDTH AM Radio. She is actively involved in journalism and media within the Greater Chicago Area.

Loras College

Experienced reporter with a background in journalism and art, actively engaged in media content creation during academic tenure.

Experienced reporter and newsroom manager covering faith and community topics

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Reporter focusing on climate change, environment, politics, culture, and public health topics.

Inside Climate News

Reporter and journalist with experience in sports broadcasting and authoring media content.

Greenfield Daily Reporter

Ghostwriter specializing in history, current events, politics, leadership, and faith/inspiration topics.

Reports on The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and related topics

The Church News

Feature writer specializing in wine, spirits, and food, with a passion for hospitality and bringing people together.

online publication

American journalist, author, retired entrepreneur, faith-based certified anger management specialist, and optioned screenwriter.

Staff reporter with news photography experience covering breaking news, immigration, crime, and politics related to the Catholic community.

Global Sisters Report

Religion Editor at The Oklahoman overseeing Community News section and supervising reporters covering Oklahoma City metro area.

The Oklahoman

Freelance journalist and media consultant with extensive experience in media and communications.

Covers immigration, religion, and health topics for multiple news outlets

Sahan Journal

Covers church events and news with video reporting and narration

Religion Unplugged

Former full-time journalist, writer, and reporter; current freelance writer; senior pastor with a background in church music direction and worship leadership.

Brian Campbell is a Group Copy Supervisor at Ogilvy Health with experience as a staff writer and science and medicine beat reporter for the Michigan Daily student newspaper.

Michigan Daily

Experienced news reporter, editor, and magazine writer with a background in online research and academia. Skilled in editing faith and teen sections. Dedicated to delivering quality journalism and editorial content.

CyberSecurity journalist interested in culture, technology, geopolitics, and national security.

Christian Esteban is a reporter and writer covering various news reports impacting local and Filipino communities. Experienced in online newspaper journalism with a focus on community issues.

Covers K-12 public education policy and practice with advice-driven articles

Professional journalist committed to ethical storytelling and personal narratives.

Experienced news writer and copy editor focused on church-related news coverage

Deseret News

Occasionally works as a sideline reporter as needed. Experienced in reporting with a background in church leadership roles.

Freelance music and culture journalist with experience in research and publications related to poetry, creativity, education, and occult topics.

Experienced editor and reporter with 15 years in journalism, specializing in religion. Currently a Professor of Communications and Journalism and Chair of Performing, Visual & Communicative Arts.

Milligan University

Editor leading a team of journalists covering news and events for the Church News section.

Covers basketball, etymology, and Christianity topics in Marion, Indiana.

The News Herald

Freelance Writer & Editor, Columnist, Reporter, Public Speaker, and Community Volunteer based in Gilroy, California. Experienced in covering social issues and community topics. Active contributor to The United Methodist Church (California-Nevada Conference).

The United Methodist Church (California-Nevada Conference)

Freelance reporter contributing news content for a Korean newspaper based in Denver.

Weekly Focus Korean Newspaper

Music journalist and radio host writing music reviews for print and online platforms.

Reporter and social justice advocate with experience in preaching and leadership roles.

Cleveland

Experienced anchor and reporter delivering live, breaking national and international news.

Creative, innovative Emmy-nominated journalist with multimedia expertise

Spectrum News

Experienced reporter with a long tenure at The Greenville News covering diverse topics.

The Greenville News

Senior Vice President guiding curriculum to meet the needs of the journalism world with extensive experience as a police and religion reporter.

The Poynter Institute

Ann Burke is an Editor at Faith & Family Matters Magazine based in Huntsville, Alabama. She contributes to content focused on faith and family topics. Experienced media professional with a strong editorial background.

Faith & Family Matters Magazine

Assistant Editor at The Christian Post with a passion for church and ministry. Experienced in interviewing notable Christian community leaders including N.T. Wright, Tim Keller, and Michael Youssef.

The Christian Post

Covers astronomy, genomics, genetics, physics, science history, and culture intersections

GenomeWeb LLC

Community Organizer, Journalist, Leadership Developer, Writer, and Videographer based in San Francisco. Experienced in higher education and relationship building. Creative professional with a passion for storytelling and community engagement.

Freelance culture, tech, and arts reporter writing about the intersection of culture and technology.

Jing Culture & Commerce

Experienced writer and editor focused on religious content and communications

Church of God, a Worldwide Association

Investigative reporter focusing on extremism and terrorism with work in major publications.

Award-winning investigative reporter focused on extremism and threats to civic equality for women and LGBTQ+ people.

Covers sports topics with a focus on reporting and storytelling.

Ohio University

Senior Tech Correspondent at Business Insider, covering science, technology, and culture. Experienced in reporting on natural disasters, biotechnology, and physics.

Business Insider

Covers abortion, euthanasia, and life issues for WORLD's podcast and online content

WORLD News Group

Associate Editor and reporter at Reason Magazine covering all things injustice. Experienced journalist with a focus on social issues and injustice.

Reason Magazine

Covers arts, events, and trends in the San Francisco Bay Area

SFGATE

Experienced editorial team leader and founder/editor of a news and analysis publication, with a background in White House and LGBTQ reporting.

LifeWay Christian Resources

Church News reporter and web producer with experience at Deseret News. Skilled in digital content creation and reporting for a 55,000-circulation paper covering Southeast Texas.

Managing Editor with experience in journalism and writing, passionate about politics, technology, and sports.

The Post and Courier

Global religion reporter with over 10 years covering major international events and crises.

College Sports Reporter for the National Football League for “The Cynic”, University of Vermont weekly. Experienced in sports journalism and reporting.

AHEAD

Reporter covering fintech, finance, and innovation with focus on technology reshaping financial markets.

The Wall Street Journal

Focus on human rights and community issues in St Louis region

Science journalist specializing in optics, physics, astronomy, and technology. Shares independent opinions and insights.

Sarah McCammon is a correspondent and co-host of the NPR Politics Podcast. She is a journalist known for well-constructed stories and sharp interviewing skills. She is also a NYT bestselling author of 'The Exvangelicals'.

General assignment reporter covering politics and local government with experience in broadcast journalism.

Southern Adventist University

Defense and Technology Writer covering technology impacts on people and interactions with government and commercial sectors.

Journalist with interests in health, values, spirituality, creativity, and parenting topics.

Journalist and investigative reporter focused on government accountability, geopolitics, and sports.

Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK

Researches and writes reports, articles, and blog notes on technology and telecommunications.

Freelance journalist covering science, medicine, technology, and lifestyle topics with features in notable publications.

Reporter and news anchor producing and editing online content, committed to humble and diligent journalism.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

Experienced reporter with background at Vox Magazine and Columbia Missourian, member of Kappa Tau Alpha Journalism Honor's Society.

Reporter and author focused on energy, power, innovation, and politics with filmmaking experience.

Journalist	Outlet & Role	Coverage
BS Bob Smietana he National reporter covering religion with balance, accuracy, and insight	Journalist Religion News Service 1.6K+	religion faith churches +1 more
JD Jason DeRose Covers religion and belief, reporting on their impact on American public life and culture.	Contributor NPR 1.7K+	Santa Monica, California religion belief american public life +1 more
YS Yonat Shimron Covers religion with national perspective and senior editorial experience	Journalist The News & Observer 1+	Raleigh, North Carolina religion national news editorial
EK Eric Killelea Religion reporter with experience covering state and federal government, Covid in rural regions, and tribal affairs.	Reporter Chron.com 2.5K+	Houston, Texas Religion State Federal government +2 more
KW Kimberly Winston Freelance print reporter with 30 years experience covering American religion for major news organizations.	Journalist Self-employed 200+	Pinole, California religion american religion freelance reporting
BW Brandon Withrow Freelance journalist originally covering religion. Passionate about ecotourism and connecting writing to climate change issues.	Journalist\|Writer 700+	religion ecotourism climate change
KS Kate Shellnutt Editorial director and online editor and reporter with experience in religious news and organizational leadership.	Contributor Christianity Today 720+
EMK Erin M. Kennedy Experienced writer and editor with a background in medical society magazine cover stories and leadership overseeing reporters.	Contributor 510+
RG Ruth Graham she National Correspondent covering religion, faith, and values at a leading news publication.	Journalist The New York Times 680+	Dallas, Texas Religion Faith Values
SPB Sarah Pulliam Bailey she Religion reporter freelancing on faith, politics, and culture with experience in online magazine editing.	Journalist Self Employed 3.6K+	New York, New York religion faith politics +1 more

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