Salem Media Presents 2026 Stuart Epperson Award for Excellence in Christian Media Posthumously to Dr. John MacArthur at NRB

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Salem Media (OTCQX: SALM) posthumously presented the 2026 Stuart Epperson Award for Excellence in Christian Media to Dr. John MacArthur at a private gathering during the 2026 NRB Convention. The award honors MacArthur's 56 years as pastor-teacher, his Grace to You ministry, and global influence.

MacArthur died July 14, 2025; his ministry sold over 4 million MacArthur Study Bibles and produced 3,000+ sermons and 400+ books.

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On the day this news was published, SALM gained 0.85%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

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Key Figures

MacArthur ministry span: more than five decades MacArthur age at death: 86 years Pastor-teacher tenure: 56 years +5 more

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MacArthur ministry span more than five decades Duration of Dr. MacArthur’s Gospel ministry

MacArthur age at death 86 years Dr. MacArthur’s age at passing on July 14, 2025

Pastor-teacher tenure 56 years Service as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church

Radio program start since 1977 Grace to You daily radio program airing since 1977

Study Bible copies more than four million MacArthur Study Bible copies sold

Books authored more than 400 Number of books authored by Dr. MacArthur

Sermons library more than 3,000 sermons Sermons left that continue to disciple believers

Countries reached nearly seventy countries Pastors and Christian leaders trained through The Master’s institutions

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Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 23 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 23	Podcast launch	Positive	+2.7%	Launch of The Danielle Gill Show highlighting digital audience growth metrics.
Feb 18	Award presentation	Positive	+0.5%	Stuart Epperson Award to Dr. David Jeremiah at NRB convention event.
Feb 11	NRB event invite	Neutral	-1.0%	Invitation to Salem Summit Breakfast and digital strategy workshop at NRB.
Feb 10	Leadership changes	Positive	+14.9%	Pittsburgh market leadership appointments aimed at sales and growth focus.
Feb 02	Management transition	Neutral	-1.5%	Leadership changes following Val Carolin’s retirement after long tenure.

Pattern Detected

Recent corporate and NRB-related announcements have generally seen aligned price reactions, with several modest gains and one notably strong positive move on leadership news.

Recent Company History

Over the past month, Salem Media has released a series of operational and brand-focused updates. These include new podcast content on Feb 23, 2026, multiple NRB-related announcements, and leadership appointments and changes in key markets. Price reactions have ranged from small moves around ±1% to a larger 14.86% increase after Pittsburgh leadership appointments on Feb 10, 2026. Today’s award news at NRB continues this pattern of mission- and brand-aligned communications rather than explicitly financial catalysts.

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This announcement highlights Salem Media’s continued emphasis on its Christian media legacy through ...

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This announcement highlights Salem Media’s continued emphasis on its Christian media legacy through the posthumous 2026 Stuart Epperson Award to Dr. John MacArthur. It underscores long-term ministry impact, with more than four million study Bibles sold and a library of over 3,000 sermons, but introduces no new financial metrics. In context of recent NRB-focused and leadership news, investors may watch upcoming earnings, digital growth updates, and any further strategy disclosures for more directly quantifiable catalysts.

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CAMARILLO, Calif., Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Salem Media (OTCQX: SALM) announced today that it has posthumously presented the 2026 Stuart Epperson Award for Excellence in Christian Media to Dr. John Fullerton MacArthur Jr., honoring more than five decades of faithful Gospel ministry and global impact through Christian media.

The award was presented during a private gathering at the 2026 National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) Convention, recognizing Dr. MacArthur as the fourth recipient of the honor. Dr. MacArthur passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age of 86.

Established in 2024, the Stuart Epperson Award honors the legacy of Salem co-founder and longtime chairman Stuart Epperson and recognizes leaders whose work reflects faithfulness, integrity, and enduring Gospel impact in Christian media.

Dr. MacArthur served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, for 56 years and became one of the most influential Bible expositors of the modern church through his verse-by-verse teaching ministry.

“For more than five decades, Dr. MacArthur exemplified unwavering commitment to Christ and Scripture,” said Dave Santrella, Chief Executive Officer of Salem Media. “Only Heaven will reveal how many millions have come to Christ and learned to love His Word verse-by-verse because of the life and ministry of Dr. MacArthur.”

Dr. MacArthur was the founder and featured Bible teacher of Grace to You, a daily radio program airing since 1977. He was the General Editor of the MacArthur Study Bible, which has sold more than four million copies, the author of more than 400 books and left a library of more than 3,000 sermons that continue to disciple believers worldwide.

He also founded The Master’s Seminary and served as president of The Master’s University, helping train thousands of pastors and Christian leaders serving across the United States and nearly seventy countries.

The award was accepted on behalf of Dr. MacArthur’s ministry by Jay Flowers, Chief Operating Officer of Grace to You, during the private NRB presentation.

John MacArthur began a lifelong friendship with Salem media co-founder Edward G. Atsinger III while attending Bob Jones University between 1957-1959.

Previous recipients of the Stuart Epperson Award include Nancy and Stu Epperson Jr., Charles R. Swindoll and Dr. David Jeremiah.

About the Stuart Epperson Award for Excellence in Christian Media

Created by Salem Media in 2024, the Stuart Epperson Award honors leaders whose contributions to Christian media exemplify faithfulness, leadership, and enduring Gospel impact, reflecting the legacy of Salem’s co-founder and longtime chairman.

About Salem Media

Salem Media is America’s premier multimedia company specializing in Christian and conservative content. Through its national radio network, digital platforms, and publishing brands, Salem reaches millions daily with powerful content that drives the national conversation. Learn more at salemmedia.com.

Company Contact:
Publicity@salemmedia.com

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/539020fa-a8ab-4f81-8add-1c57a297daa7

FAQ

Why did Salem Media (SALM) present the 2026 Stuart Epperson Award to Dr. John MacArthur?

The award honored Dr. MacArthur's decades-long influence in Christian media and ministry. According to the company, it recognized his 56 years as pastor-teacher, founding Grace to You, authoring 400+ books and producing a global teaching ministry.

When and where was the 2026 Stuart Epperson Award for Dr. John MacArthur presented by SALM?

The award was presented at a private gathering during the 2026 National Religious Broadcasters Convention. According to the company, the presentation occurred at NRB and was accepted on behalf of the ministry by Jay Flowers.

Who accepted the 2026 Stuart Epperson Award on behalf of Dr. John MacArthur at NRB?

Jay Flowers, Chief Operating Officer of Grace to You, accepted the award on behalf of Dr. MacArthur. According to the company, Flowers received the honor during the private NRB presentation for the late teacher's ministry.

What are the measurable accomplishments cited by Salem Media for Dr. John MacArthur's ministry?

Salem highlighted specific metrics: over 4 million MacArthur Study Bibles sold, more than 3,000 sermons archived, and 400+ books authored. According to the company, these figures reflect his global discipleship impact.

Does the 2026 Stuart Epperson Award presentation to Dr. MacArthur affect Salem Media's programming or operations (SALM)?

The announcement recognizes legacy and ministry influence but does not announce programming changes. According to the company, the presentation was an honorific award given privately at the NRB Convention without operational details.