WRAF Manager's Report - December 29, 2009

Only three days left to make your tax-deductible gift towards the work of WRAF.

These final days are critical for the funding of Toccoa Falls Radio.

1/5th of our annual income usually arrives in December.

Our goal this year is $100,000. Around $50,000 has been received so far.

Your gift right now will make it possible for families to be won to Christ and discipled in the faith.

If you have already sent your gift, thank you so much! If not, please do so by the end of December 31st to be eligible for a deduction on your 2009 taxes.

We know that’s not why most of you give, but it is a nice benefit.

To easily make that contribution right now using our new secure donation site simply click here.

If you prefer to make a gift over the phone, please call 1-800-251-8326.

Thanks again for your friendship. May the Lord bless you and your family in 2010.

New Donation Options

It’s now easier than ever to partner with WRAF in broadcasting the gospel over the stations of Toccoa Falls Radio.

Our brand new online giving system offers more options for making a life-changing donation.

When you click the support button at myfavoritestation.net you can give using your debit card. You can also use your American Express, Discover, Visa or MasterCard. You can even give using your checking or savings account.

Financial gifts can be for one-time only or you can set up recurring donations for the day of the month which works best for you.

Get involved in God’s work through WRAF today at myfavoritestation.net.

Church of the Week - December 21, 2009

Liberty Baptist Church in Carnesville, GA is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.

Congratulations to Pastor Todd West and the entire congregation!

Beth nominated the church and says, "Attendance has been at total capacity for some time, so we've just finished a new sanctuary. Our first service in the new facility will be Sunday, December 20th. Our pastor, Todd West, is passionate about presenting the Gospel of Jesus Christ and in teaching that everything you need you will find in Jesus. We are blessed to have him as our pastor."

You can learn more about Liberty Baptist Church by giving visiting their website: http://www.mylibertybaptist.com

Memorial Giving

Recent contributions to WRAF have been made in memory of:

Dr. Richard and Evelyn Forrest
Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Burrell
Kelly and Alice Grace Barnes
Roger Hughes
Rodney Dean Webb
Rev. Dale Fincher
And John Hester

Donors to Toccoa Falls Radio have also chosen to honor:

Hazel Alexander
Scott Barnett
Pastor Ed Pottorff
And Julie Marcos.

If you wish to honor someone special with your Christmas gift, just indicate whom it's for when you mail your check made payable to WRAF.

Our address is:

WRAF
PO Box 780
Toccoa Falls, GA 30598

Road Home Show Notes - December 15, 2009

Christmas Party at WRAF

December 14 - 16, 2009 at the WRAF studios on the Toccoa Falls College campus.

Free Music For WRAF Listeners

If you are a fan of MercyMe, Jonny Diaz, Decyfer Down, Disciple, Phillips Craig & Dean, VOTA, Derek Webb, Addison Road, Building429, or Todd Agnew… you will want to get these fantastic free tunes!

WRAF Manager's Report - December 11, 2009

This Monday begins our 3 day Christmas party at the WRAF studios and you are the special guest. Bring your entire family for a celebration of the Savior Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 9 AM to 4 PM daily.

Come tour our broadcast facility at Toccoa Falls College, meet your favorite air-personalities, and enjoy homemade goodies plus hot coffee, apple cider, and cocoa.

Christmas is a time to remember Jesus for the gift of salvation he offers to everyone who believes in Him and we want to honor Him by giving gifts. There’s gifts from our ministry partners for everyone who attends the open-house.

We are also asking you to bring a gift to help us stock a local food pantry and pregnancy resource center. If at all possible bring a can food item or something that would benefit a struggling mother who makes that bold decision to keep her baby.

WRAF is located at the entrance of Toccoa Falls College and you can find driving directions at myfavoritestation.net and of course you can call us at 800-251-8326.

WRAF Manager's Report - December 10, 2009

We are very encouraged by your recent gifts to support the ministry of Toccoa Falls Radio.

Contributions have been made in memory of:

Dave Nix, Bill Wright, Patricia Buchanan, Jerry Wilson, Sr., William Ash, Claudia Chapman, and Glenda Moody.

Others gifts have been received in honor of:

Gregg and Pegge Culbertson, Hazel Alexander, Bob Grulich, Charles Long, and Bethie Whiten.

Remember when you fill out the response card from the Christmas newsletter to let us know if there is anyone special you would like for us to acknowledge.

Close to $20,000 has come in so far this month and that means we still need around $80,000 to reach our critical end-of-year goal.

To make an immediate contribution you can go to myfavoritestation.net and take advantage of our many giving options.

WRAF Manager's Report - December 9, 2009

I am so thankful for you who have taken the time to fill out the response card in our recent newsletter and return it to us with a heartfelt gift. If you received the Christmas newsletter and haven’t completed your gift form, please do so at your earliest convenience.

It’s important for WRAF to receive $100,000 in support this month and as of today we have just a little over $16,000.

If you prefer to give online we now have a new donation service in place at myfavoritestation.net.

We can now accept debit cards plus American Express, Discover, Visa and Master Card.

You can contribute directly from your bank account using your checking or savings account info and you can set up recurring gifts for whatever day of the month works best for you.

This new system is designed to make it flexible and easy for you to partner with WRAF. Check it out at myfavoritestation.net.

Keep listening for more info about next week’s open house and Christmas party at our studios on the Toccoa Falls College campus. I look forward to meeting you in person.

Road Home Show Notes - December 7, 2009

Here's the video mentioned by Steve on The Road Home >>>

Church of the Week - December 7, 2009

Freedom Ministries Christian Center in Gainesville, GA is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.

Congratulations to Pastor Clinton Potters and the entire congregation!

Dan nominated the church and says, "Pastor Potters delivers the gospel for these last days in an un-coated, straight forward manner as led by the Holy Spirit. We have outreach programs in place to reach the homeless and hurting, and we are reaching around the world via the world wide web to set the captives free. Pastor Potters and co-pastor Sherry Potters have a true love for the things of God and for the hurting people of this world. They are ever ready to support and aid anyone in need. They are not only talking the talk, but walking the walk as Jesus said we should. In all my fifty-seven years, I have never found a more loving and caring man and woman of God. As a result of their leadership, the entire church exhibits the same love and compassion they see in their pastors."

You can learn more about Freedom Ministries Christian Center by giving visiting their website: http://www.freedomministries.info/.

Click here to nominate your church to be the next WRAF Church of the Week!

Dying to Live

here's a link for the movie, Kathy Nicholson mentioned on Sunday Dec 6.

Church of the Week - November 23, 2009

Pine Grove Baptist Church in Franklin, NC is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.

Congratulations to Pastor Greg Rogers and the entire congregation!

Gene nominated the church and says, "This is a loving,caring group of ordinary people doing extraordinary things with God's help and guidance. Something for everyone here. We are blessed to have a great pastor in Greg Rogers who is juggling family ,church ,and law enforcement and always seems to have time to help you when you are in need ,troubled,grieving, or in the hospital. People are wondering what is going at that church? The parking lot is always packed. Our C.A.R.E. gruop visits in the community every Tues. Our men's group helps those who need a helping hand. All welcome! Come see for yourself any time. We would love to have you! We're busting at the seams and planning to build a larger church in the spring. You will leave here with no doubt that you met God here!! May God bless!"

You can learn more about Pine Grove Baptist Church by giving visiting their website: http://www.pinegrove-bc.org/.

Click here to nominate your church to be the next WRAF Church of the Week!

Toccoa Falls College Annual Candlelight Christmas Concert Scheduled for December 3

The music department of Toccoa Falls College will present its annual Candlelight Christmas Concert on December 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Grace Chapel and Performing Arts Center. Dr. Tom Council will be conducting and promises, “This year’s concert will have something for everyone to enjoy.” Along with the college and men’s choirs, the ladies and mix vocals will sing traditional and classic Christmas favorites. The hand bell ensemble and concert band will also perform.

“Each year we especially look forward to doing this concert. It is a perfect way to begin the Christmas season—celebrating the Savior’s birth with family and friends. It also gives us an opportunity to wish everyone in the community a very Merry Christmas.”

Before the free concert a candlelight dinner will served from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in two separate locations: the Toccoa Falls College Parkerson Student Center for $7.25 (no reservation required) and the private Gate Cottage Annex, which overlooks Toccoa Creek for $11.99. Please call (706) 886-7014 for reservations.

WRAF Christmas Newsletter

Download the WRAF Christmas Newsletter (.pdf file).

Good Housekeeping Stress Free Thanksgiving Prep

2-Week Countdown to Thanksgiving

The Best (do ahead) Gravy

Lisa Peardon
Yields: 6 cups

Total Time: 1 hr 30 min

Cook Time: 1 hr 10 min
Ingredients
U.S. Metric Conversion chart

1 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil
2 (about 1 1/2 pounds) turkey wings, separated at joints
1 large onion, quartered
2 carrots, each cut into 4 pieces
2 stalk(s) celery, each cut into 4 pieces
1 clove(s) garlic
1/2 cup(s) dry white wine
2 can(s) (14 to 14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon(s) dried thyme
1/2 cup(s) all-purpose flour

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Directions

In deep 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add turkey wings and cook 10 to 15 minutes or until golden on all sides. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, and cook 8 to 10 minutes or until turkey wings and vegetables are browned, stirring frequently.
Transfer turkey and vegetables to large bowl.
Add wine to skillet and stir until browned bits are loosened. Return turkey and vegetables to skillet. Stir in broth, thyme, and 3 cups water; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce to medium-low; simmer, uncovered, 45 minutes. Strain into an 8-cup measure or large bowl; discard solids.
Let broth stand a few seconds until fat separates from meat juice. Spoon 1/4 cup fat from broth into 2-quart saucepan; skim and discard any remaining fat.
Add flour to fat in saucepan; cook, stirring over medium heat until flour turns golden brown. Gradually whisk in reserved broth and cook until gravy boils and thickens slightly, stirring constantly. Pour gravy into 2-quart container or medium bowl; cover and refrigerate.
At serving time, reheat gravy and add pan drippings from roast turkey if you like.

How to Carve the Turkey!

Watch this video to learn the basics about properly carving a turkey.

Carving a Thanksgiving Turkey

Weekly Give-Away at MyChristmasRadio.net

Road Home Show Notes - November 20, 2009

Track the Space Shuttle: http://www.nasa.gov/centers/glenn/events/stsight.html

Road Home Show Notes - November 17, 2009

http://www.thenextsherwoodmovie.com/

Our Volunteers Are The Best!

Church of the Week - November 16, 2009

First Creek Baptist Church in Anderson, SC is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.

Congratulations to Pastor Donnie Murdock and the entire congregation!

Montez nominated the church and says, "Of all the churches I have ever been a part of First Creek has such a sweet spirit about it. We all love one another and you can feel that love. Our pastor is such a Godly man and you know he cares about you. His desire is to preach the word and to win as many to the Lord as God allows. He loves everybody and shows it not only through the preached word but also through his actions. We are a small congregation but one that truly loves the Lord and has a desire to reach the lost for Christ. When asked what our church had to offer, the answer was and is simple. JESUS ! ! !"

You can learn more about First Creek Baptist Church by giving them a call at 864-933-3683.

Click here to nominate your church to be the next WRAF Church of the Week!

Soldiers Suprise Their Children

Veteran's Day Salute

Today, WRAF reflects on the enormous sacrifice of the men and women of the United States Armed forces. For more than two centuries, they have answered the call to service, defeating dictators and toppling tyrants, to preserve our freedom and way of life. These brave men and women deserve our gratitude not just on Veterans Day but every day. Toccoa Falls Radio thanks you for all you do!

Church of the Week - November 9, 2009

Corinth Baptist Church in Arnoldsville, GA is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.

Congratulations to Pastor Richard McFall and the entire congregation!

Marty nominated the church and says, "Good Preacher with messages relative to present life and events; he has humor,compassion, and love. A small Church that is vibrant, strong in missions and youth misinstry activities; Choir Director, Ann Gomes, makes a lot of good music from a small group of good singers."

You can learn more about Corinth Baptist Church by visiting their website: http://www.ourcorinthbaptist.com .

Click here to nominate your church to be the next WRAF Church of the Week!

Enter to Win One of 40 WRAF Cookbooks!

We are giving away 40 of our new cookbooks, Radio Recipes from the WRAF Family. These cookbooks have 270 recipes from some of our listeners and your favorite WRAF air personalities. They are 3-ring binder style and even come with a book stand.

Click here to enter to win!

Here's a recipe from one of our faithful listeners:

COCONUT-PECAN LAYER CAKE

Reba Blalock

• 2 C. Red Band self-rising flour*
• 2 C. sugar
• 1 C. shortening
• 1 C. buttermilk
• 5 eggs, separated
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1 1/3 C. flaked coconut
• 1 C. chopped pecans

*If using Red Band plain flour, add 1 tsp baking soda and 1 tsp salt.

Heat oven to 350. Grease and flour 3 round 9 x 1 1/2 x 2 in pans. Beat flour, sugar, shortening, buttermilk, egg yolks and vanilla in a large bowl on low speed, scraping bowl constantly, for 30 seconds. Beat on high speed, scraping bowl occasionally, for 2 minutes. Beat in egg whites in high speed, scraping bowl occasionally, for 2 minutes. Stir in coconut and pecans. Pour into pans. Bake until wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean or until cake springs back when touched lightly in center, for 30 - 35 minutes. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans. Cool completely. Fill layers and frost top of cake with Cream Cheese-Pecan Frosting (see below). Garnish with pecan halves if desired.

CREAM CHEESE-PECAN FROSTING

• 4 C. powdered sugar
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 3 T. margarine or butter, softened
• dash of salt
• 2-3 T. milk
• 1/2 C. chopped pecans

Mix powdered sugar, cream cheese, margarine, salt and milk until smooth and creamy. Stir in pecans.

Introducing MyChristmasRadio.net

MyChristmasRadio.net from WRAF is your home for continuous Christmas music, the WRAF Christmas Wish List, and weekly give-aways.

There are three online continuous Christmas music stations coming your way soon. MyFavoriteStation.net will have contemporary Christmas music by some of your favorite Christian artists. Audio Ornaments will have an eclectic mix of you favorite music: everything from Doris Day and Bing Crosby to Michael W. Smith and The Martins. Christmas at the Falls will feature traditional Christmas music where you'll hear selections from The Messiah and The Nutcracker.

Also featured at MyChristmasRadio.net is the WRAF Christmas Wish List. This is where members of our community can let other people know of specific needs they have. If you either have a need or can help meet someone's need, let us know.

Every week from now through New Years we will have weekly give-aways. You'll have opportunities to win lots of wonderful items each week.

It's all at MyChristmasRadio.net from WRAF.

WRAF Pastor of the Year - Mike Franklin

Congratulations to Mike Franklin, Senior Pastor of The Torch in Demorest, Georgia. Mike was selected as the WRAF Pastor of the Year. He received a John Maxwell Leadership Library from EQUIP International Ministries. Thanks to everyone who nominated their pastor during Clergy Appreciation Month.

Gaither Tickets Giveaway

Sign up HERE to win four 4th row seats to the Gaither Homecoming Christmas Tour!

The concert is December 3rd at the Gwinnett Center in Duluth, GA. Click here for concert details.

Announcement Regarding Dr. James Dobson

Focus on the Family founder and chairman emeritus James C. Dobson, Ph.D., will leave the ministry as its primary radio voice at the end of February, the ministry announced today.

Dr. Dobson’s departure from the radio program and from official affiliation with the organization he founded in 1977 is just the "third chapter in a transition that began in 2003," when Dr. Dobson stepped down as Focus president, said Jim Daly, the ministry's president and CEO. It was a mutual decision between Dr. Dobson and the ministry’s board of directors, which Dr. Dobson left in February of this year, Daly added.

"The Bible tells us that to everything there is a season – and Dr. Dobson's season at Focus on the Family has been remarkable," Daly said. "He has done a superlative job in modeling the graceful transition of leadership from one generation to the next."

"We're excited about continuing the work he began, and following the biblical principles he's always followed, to reach today's families."

Dobson, who will continue to record new radio broadcasts between now and the end of February, remains "a man of health and vigor" and will continue to make his voice heard in the public square, Daly said.

"Dr. Dobson is a wordsmith, but one word I don't suspect we'll hear him using is 'retirement,'" Daly explained. "We wish him great success in whatever he decides to tackle next."

"Focus on the Family has never been about one man," he added. "That's why Dr. Dobson has always refused to have his name put on any building here. It’s about doing the Lord’s work in helping families."

WRAF Daysponsor - Dolly Jo Gleaton

This Toccoa Falls Radio broadcast is brought to you through the generosity of Mrs. Dolly Jo Gleaton. Dolly dedicates the day in memory of her beloved father & mother, Algus & Ola Mary Burrell, who were wonderful parents and fine Christian people. Mrs. Gleaton also honors the memory of Dr. & Mrs. Richard A. Forrest for their ministry & life of faith.

Aaron Shust Benefit Concert

WRAF welcomes Aaron Shust back to

Toccoa Falls College.

The 3 time Dove Award winner will be performing a benefit concert on
Saturday, November 14, 2009 7 PM

Grace Chapel.

Tickets are $15 and are available at
First Citizens Bank
Carnesville, Lavonia, & Toccoa

The proceeds are to help Brad Williams to walk again.

Doors open at 6 PM.

Listen to WRAF to win tickets.

Learn more about Brad in this video or read his story here ...

WRAF Daysponsors - The Lawrences'

We would like to wish our sponsors, Philip & Jean Kay Lawrence, a very happy 11th wedding anniversary. The Lawrences are filled with gratitude to Jesus Christ for His faithfulness & love, for the fellowship of their church family and the devotion of their friends. They are also thankful for the wonderful, life-changing outreach of Toccoa Falls Radio and invite you to prayerfully consider joining them as financial partners of the ministry.

WRAF Daysponsor - Suzanne Rich

It is a privilege to have Mrs. Suzanne Rich and her family as today’s sponsors. They dedicate the broadcast in memory of Jimmie Rich, their beloved husband & father, pastor and former prayer chaplain of Toccoa Falls Radio.

How blessed we are for the Rich family’s ministry in our community and service to our college through the years.

Road Home Show Notes - October 19, 2009

Here's the link Steve mentioned on today's Road Home show:

http://www.youtube.com/user/passionconferences#p/u/1/qsDyAgKWA34

Giving babies Tylenol may blunt vaccines' effects

Giving babies Tylenol may blunt vaccines' effects

By MARILYNN MARCHIONE
AP Medical Writer


Latest Vaccine News
FDA approves Glaxo's cervical cancer vaccine
FDA approves Merck's Gardasil for boys

Giving babies Tylenol may blunt vaccines' effects


Giving babies Tylenol to prevent fever when they get childhood vaccinations may backfire and make the shots a little less effective, surprising new research suggests

Read the rest of this article here: http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_MED_TYLENOL_VACCINES?SITE=WDUN&SECTION=HEALTH&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT

Update on "Extreme Makeover" Hughes family

Tips for Fire Safety

*Watch what you're cooking. Stay in the kitchen when you're frying, grilling or broiling food. If you must leave, even for a short time, turn off the stove.

*Give space heaters space. Keep fixed and portable space heaters at least three feet from anything that can burn. Turn off heaters when you leave the room or go to sleep.

*Smoke outside and keep matches and lighters out of reach. Ask smokers to smoke outside. Have sturdy, deep ashtrays for smokers. Keep matches and lighters up high, out of the reach of children, preferably in a cabinet with a child lock.

*Inspect electrical cords. Replace cords that are cracked or damaged, have broken plugs or have loose connections.

*Be careful when using candles. Keep candles at least one foot from anything that can burn. Blow out candles when you leave the room or go to sleep.

*Have a home fire escape plan. Make a home fire escape plan and practice it at least twice a year.

*Install and test smoke alarms. Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas. Interconnect smoke alarms throughout the home. When one sounds, they all sound. Test smoke alarms at least once a month and replace batteries once a year or when the alarm chirps to tell you the battery is low. Replace any smoke alarm that is more than 10 years old.

*Install sprinklers. If you're building or remodeling your home, install residential fire sprinklers. Sprinklers can contain and may even extinguish a fire in less time than it would take the fire department to arrive.

Dawson County to hold Smoke Detector Giveaway for residents

Beginning October 27, Dawson County Emergency Services and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will be knocking on doors to offer and install the free smoke detectors and batteries: October 27 from 9am-12pm; Wednesday, October 28 from 1pm-4pm; and Thursday, October 29 from 9am-12pm.

If you wish to make an appointment to receive a smoke detector, contact Dawson County Emergency Services at 706-344-3666.

complete details are available at: http://www.accessnorthga.com/detail.php?n=222915

WRAF Daysponsors - The DeFoors'

How grateful we are to have our dear friends, Waymon & Sarah DeFoor, sponsor today’s programming. The DeFoor’s would like to honor the memory of their son, Reginald, who went home to be with his Savior 17 years ago. Today is his birthday. Reginald was a fine godly man, a true Christian example & a blessing to his entire family. They miss him every day.

Thank you, Mr & Mrs DeFoor, for your devotion to Toccoa Falls Radio and to the Lord.

Trinity Classical School Clarkesville, GA

I want to recommend Trinity Classical School in Clarkesville, Georgia to homeschooling parents looking for a distinctly Christ-centered education that instills a passion for knowledge and truth through the classical model of education.

All courses offered at Trinity are transferable and any full time student receiving a diploma from Trinity is eligible for the Hope scholarship.

The school is also eligible to receive funds from the Georgia Private School Tax Credit.

Here is the contact info:

Mailing Address

Trinity Classical School

P.O Box 639

Clarkesville, Ga. 30523

Physical Address

Trinity Classical School

231 Harvest Church Rd

Clarkesville, GA 30523

706-754-7686

inquire@trinityclassical.org

WRAF Daysponsors - The Burrells'

What a privilege it is to have our friends, Richard & Virginia Burrell, sponsor today’s programming in celebration of their 62nd wedding anniversary. They continue to express deep praise to the Lord for all the happy & healthy years He has granted them. The Burrell’s appreciate Toccoa Falls Radio and enjoy the opportunity to be partners in the outreach.

Happy Anniversary, Mr & Mrs Burrell!

Free from WRAF

Today's "Freemium" is the latest audio book by Chris Anderson. "Free: The Future of a Radical Price"

http://www.wired.com/images/multimedia/free/FREE_Audiobook_unabridged.zip (285 MB)

WRAF Breast Cancer Survivor Interview

Pam Pyeatt joined Kathy Nicholson in the studios of WRAF on Sunday October 11, 2009.
Click the link below to hear this special interview as Pam shares her struggle against Breast Cancer. Her inspirational story is sure to inspire and encourage you!





To send an email to Kathy, mail to: logos@windstream.net

Firearms Deer Season Opens October 17

It is finally that time of the year again for Georgia hunters. Firearms deer season opens Saturday, Oct. 17 and lasts through Jan. 1 in the Northern Zone and in the Southern Zone, through Jan. 15. For more details visit: www.gohuntgeorgia.com

FEMA / GEMA Closes Stephens County Recovery Center

ATLANTA –Five of the 14 Disaster Recovery Centers operated by the Georgia Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Emergency Management Agency are closing. Officials urge residents to go to the centers to meet face-to-face with specialists to get information or assistance with their recovery from the mid-September flooding.

“Traffic has slowed at the centers we are closing,” said GEMA Director and State Coordinating Officer Charley English. “That’s good news, because it means we’ve likely met most of the information need, and help remains available through other sources.”

The following Disaster Recovery Centers will close at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10:

• Carroll County. Old Greenway Medical Building, 590 Hays Mill Road, Carrollton, GA 30117
• Catoosa County. Learning Center, 36 Muskogee Trail, Ringgold, GA 30736
• Chattooga County. Trion School, 919 Allgood St., Trion, GA 30753
• Rockdale County. Government Annex, 1400 Parker Road, Conyers, GA 30012
• Stephens County. Stephens County Senior Center, 199 Hayley Drive, Toccoa, GA 30577

For more information on Georgia’s disaster recovery, visit www.fema.gov or www.gema.ga.gov or www.ready.ga.gov/ or http://twitter.com/GeorgiaEMA or www.afcema.com.

Tour de Tugaloo Bike Ride

Pre-registration is now open for the Lainie Weade Memorial Tour de Tugaloo bicycle ride which will be held on Saturday November 7th at 10:00am originating at Yonah Dam Park in Toccoa, GA. Proceeds from the ride are used by the Stephens County Foundation to help protect and preserve the historic and natural resources of the Tugaloo River Corridor.

H1N1 flu vaccine update

as mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on Sunday October 4, 2009 on WRAF

Nasal spray flu vaccine becoming available

By LAURAN NEERGAARD
AP Medical Writer


CDC travel notice on swine flu

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The long-awaited first vaccinations against swine flu - the squirt-in-the-nose kind - begin early next week in parts of the country, and states are urging people to be patient until more arrives.

Just a trickle of vaccine, 600,000 doses of the nasal spray FluMist, will be divided among 21 states and four large cities by Tuesday, with more small shipments to more states later in the week.


Full story available at http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_MED_SWINE_FLU_VACCINE?SITE=WDUN&SECTION=HEALTH&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT

Texas to commit $3 billion dollars to find a cure for cancer

as mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on Sunday October 4, 2009 on WRAF

Texas begins $3 billion quest to cure cancer

By PAUL J. WEBER
Associated Press Writer


AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Texas gave birth to the modern oil industry, invented the handheld calculator and sent man to the moon. But can the Lone Star State cure cancer?

Texas is ready to try by investing $3 billion over the next decade in cancer research and prevention, which would make the state the gatekeeper of the second largest pot of cancer research dollars in the country, behind only the National Cancer Institute.

"I don't know anyone that would stand shoulder-to-shoulder with what they're trying to do," said Robert Urban, executive director of the Koch Institute for Innovative Cancer Research at MIT.

That gee-whiz impression is what Texas leaders sought in 2007, when the state created the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas through an ambitious bond measure approved by voters. Lance Armstrong, champion cyclist and cancer survivor, sold the plan to voters, and Gov. Rick Perry said he dreamed of a day "we talk about cancer the same way we talk about polio."

Texas is now putting out the call to scientists: Come and get the money.

read the rest of the article at: http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_TEXAS_CANCER_FIGHT?SITE=WDUN&SECTION=HEALTH&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT

Making your own caramels (cheap)

CARAMELS (CHEAP)


as mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on Sunday October 4, 2009Caramels (Cheap)

2 c. granulated sugar
2 c. light Karo
2 c. evaporated milk (1 lg. can)
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. butter
1 c. pecans (optional)

But sugar, salt and butter in large pan over fire, stir until it boils to a clear thick consistency. Add evaporated milk SLOWLY so as not to stop boiling. Stir constantly to 240 degrees on a candy thermometer, or a very firm ball stage when tested in cold water. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and pecans, but DO NOT BEAT. Pour onto a well buttered platter. Let stand overnight. Cut in sawlike motion and wrap.

Road Home Show Notes - October 2, 2009

Here's the video Steve mentioned on today's show:

FEMA / GEMA Open Stephens County Recovery Center

GEMA AND FEMA HAVE OPENED A DISASTER RECOVERY CENTER IN STEPHENS COUNTY WHERE THOSE AFFECTED BY STORMS AND FLOODING THAT BEGAN SEPTEMBER 18 CAN MEET WITH RECOVERY SPECIALISTS.

THE RECOVERY CENTER IS AT THE STEPHENS COUNTY SENIOR CENTER ON 199 HAYLEY DRIVE IN TOCCOA.

THE CENTER IS OPEN FROM 8 A.M. TO 7 P.M. SEVEN DAYS A WEEK UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. GET HELP WITH YOUR CLAIM AND LEARN ABOUT DISASTER RECOVERY PROGRAMS.

REGISTER FIRST BY CALLING 800-621-FEMA.
800-621-3362.
OR W-W-W DOT DISASTER ASSISTANCE DOT GOV.

WRAF Daysponsors - Terry and Nancy Martin

We are delighted to join our sponsors, Terry and Nancy Martin in wishing Terry’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Martin, a Happy 62nd Wedding Anniversary. Jack and Margaret are treasured blessings to each of their family and friends. Terry and Nancy pray that they will enjoy happiness and good health each passing day.

Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Martin!

If you would like to sponsor an entire day of broadcasting the gospel over WRAF, just call Peggy Leff at 800-251-8326.

About Vicky Beeching

as mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on WRAF on Sunday September 27, 2009

Here's the picture of Vicky Beeching and her new guitar!

Church of the Week - September 21, 2009

Whitefield Baptist Church in Belton, SC, is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.

Congratulations to Dr. Charles Strickland and the entire congregation!

John nominated the church and says, "Our church is Christ-centered and our worship pastor Tony Bowen does a fantastic job with the music. We have two ensembles plus the choir and our children's minister Terry Randal does a great job with the children. We have five full time staff members plus 2 ministry assistants. We also have a large youth group lead by Jeremy Sargent. We are reaching out to Anderson County and are located across from the Anderson Jockey Lot on Hwy 29 North. We are having our first world mission conference Sept 23-27. We have 14 families coming to be with us. We ask you to join us on Sundays and Wednesday nights."

You can learn more about Whitefield Baptist Church by visiting their website: http://www.whitefieldbaptist.org.

Click here to nominate your church to be the next WRAF Church of the Week!

WRAF Christian Radio Launches App for the iPhone

Here's the video that will give you all the details >>>





Download the app directly from the iTunes Store.















Instructions for downloading the FREE Christian Radio - WRAF iPhone application.

iPhone download instructions:
· Tap on app store icon
· Tap search
· Search for WRAF
· Tap the WRAF link in the search results
· Tap the free install button to download the app to your device

iTunes Store instructions:
· Click on iTunes store tab from your iTunes
· Search for WRAF
· Click "Free App" next to the WRAF application icon

Listen to WRAF on Your iPhone

To Listen to WRAF on your iPhone, follow these instructions:

•1) Go to the iTunes App Store on your iPhone.
•2) Download the free program called FStream.
•3) Open up Fstream on your iPhone.
•4) Go to "Favorites" to setup the profile for WRAF.
•5) Enter the following information
•Name - WRAF
•URL - mms://stream-a.den.liquidcompass.net/WRAFFM
•Format - WMA
•Bitrate (kbs) - 32
•6) It will then list "WRAF" in your list of available webstreams. You can click on "WRAF" to play the station!

Road Home Show Notes - September 17, 2009

Here's the link Steve mentioned on today's show:

http://www.20thecountdownmagazine.com/exclusives.php

Need Him Commercial Did Not Air

On Tuesday, September 8, 2009, the Gospel television commercial called “Something’s Not Right” was pulled from the broadcast schedule at the last minute. The commercial airtime was purchased by Need Him Ministries and was slated to run immediately before and after the Gates Foundation the 30-minute “Get Schooled: You Have the Right” documentary to support President Obama's speech on education. Sometime before broadcasting, and without explanation, the commercial was removed from the schedule.

The “Get Schooled: You Have the Right” documentary special was aired in the first programming “roadblock” of any kind across all Viacom networks, including BET, MTV, VH1, CMT, Comedy Central, Spike TV, TV Land, and Nickelodeon, at 8:00 PM ET in a nationwide broadcast. The “Something’s Not Right” commercial was scheduled for 7:59 PM and 8:31 PM ET. It was not shown at either timeslot.

Need Him staff members, seeking to discover the reason behind the change in programming, have received several explanations including, “it was pulled for content.” The TV commercial is simple and profound, using real people, not actors. And it relays a very direct message we were hoping to deliver to millions of homes on Tuesday night.

Church of the Week - September 14, 2009

Union Baptist Church of Winder, GA is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.

Congratulations to Pastor Rudy Camp and the entire congregation!

Diana nominated the church and says, "Our church is one big happy family - when you need something everyone pulls together. We have all ages just like a family and the love of our congregation is like a family. Our Minister Rudy Camp is outgoing and enjoys his job immensely. Along with Music Minister Brian Faglier and Youth Minister Joe Johnson, they are like three brothers. It is a joy to work there and to be there on Sundays and Wednesdays to worship our Heavenly Father. We encourage our youth to reach out to the community for prayer and fun. We are a growing church and always enjoy visitors. You will laugh, cry, and rejoice at all of our services because we have an awesome Father to learn about and Union Baptist Church loves to tell everyone about Him...Come see for yourself!!!!"

You can learn more about Union Baptist Church by visiting their website: http://www.winderubc.org/

Click here to nominate your church to be the next WRAF Church of the Week!

L.A.M.B.S. Staci Pealock

as mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on WRAF on Sunday September 13, 2009

Staci Pealock

Learn more about Staci Pealock and the women's conference ministry

she is involved with when you visit: http://siestastaci.blogspot.com/

Easy Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

as mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on Sunday, September 13, 2009

Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

1 box yellow cake mix

4 eggs

½ cup vegetable oil

½ cup water

¾ cup sugar

1 package of chocolate instant pudding

8 oz sour cream1 small package of semi-sweet chips

Mix first seven ingredients until smooth, and then fold in chips. Spray bundt pan with pam – bake 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes. Let cool and then flip over and remove from pan.

Road Home Show Notes: September 11, 2009

You can also view a video of Michael W. Smith singing "There She Stands" by clicking here.

Church of the Week - September 7, 2009

First Free Will Baptist Church of Hayesville, NC is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.

Congratulations to Pastor Chris Rumfelt and the entire congregation!

Carol nominated the church and says, "Our church is involved in the community in many ways. We have a Master Men's group that visits people on Tuesday nights and does good deeds for people in the community that can't do them for themselves. We are a Manna produce distribution point for Clay County each month. We have a Celebrate Recovery group that meets weekly on Thursdays for those recovering from drugs, alcohol abuse, divorce, etc. We're also involved with the Christian Love Ministries. We have a cancer support group that meets the first Monday of each month called Miracle Monday. We also pay a visit to the nursing home monthly. Our minister is involved in giving prayers and counseling students (especially those involved in athletic activities) at the local schools. He also does a lot of guest speaking and evangelistic work across the East Coast from Ohio to Florida. We have a youth group called SHOUT (Students Helping Others Understand Truth) that is active in the community as well. We also started the Carolina Christian Academy last year which currently has children enrolled from ages 4 through 7 in grades from pre-K through 2nd grade. In August, we will be opening a day care center which will handle children from infants through age 3 and includes an after-school program for children. One of the special programs we have every year around Memorial Day weekend is the Carolina Youth Retreat. It is a Christian retreat for youth from all across the Eastern USA. At this retreat, children and teens do activities in the community together (like horseback riding, white water rafting, etc), and attend church services with sermons geared toward the many issues they face on a daily basis (pressures from peers of sexual activity, drugs, alcohol, etc). We feed them all their meals over the 3 days they are at the retreat. Many souls are saved for the Lord during the retreat."

You can learn more about First Free Will Baptist Church by visiting their website: http://hayesvillefreewill.org/

Click here to nominate your church to be the next WRAF Church of the Week!

1st Annual Toccoa Falls College Golf Challenge

You are invited to participate in the Toccoa Falls College Golf Challenge

November 3, 2009 - Kingwood Golf Club & Resort in Clayton, GA

Join WRAF and other supporters of Toccoa Falls College for a round of “free golf” that will help raise money for the TFC scholarship fund.

The round of golf is free, but we are asking interested players to commit to asking 40 of their friends or business associates to consider sponsoring them as they play.

If you play golf, this is the perfect opportunity to be an instrument of God’s work in this generation.

Download a .pdf file with additional details >>>

Toccoa Fest 2009

We had a wonderful time at Toccoa Fest 2009 and enjoyed getting to meet so many of you! Thanks to everyone who dropped by the WRAF tent.

During Toccoa Fest, we gave you the opportunity to win either a $1,000 scholarship from Toccoa Falls College or a WRAF CD library with 20 cd's from your favorite artists.

The winner of the $1,000 Toccoa Falls Scholarship was Hanna
Dunn.

The winner of the WRAF CD Library was Ashley Sharp.

Congratulations!

The WRAF tent at Toccoa Fest:

Mike Shelley helps visitors at the WRAF tent:

Listeners sign up at the WRAF tent for special give-aways:

Kathy Nicholson introduces Souljahs of the Cross

Kevin and Cathy Klump

Swine Flu Information - Post to Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, etc

As mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on WRAF on Sunday August 30, 2009

Panel urges some swine flu vaccine next month

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The government should speed availability of at least a little swine flu vaccine next month instead of in October, the president's scientific advisers recommended Monday. The report also urges that federal health officials do more social networking to put the young people targeted by the virus on notice; clarify who should use anti-flu drugs and how; and improve tracking of the fast-moving virus.

read more when you visit AccessNorthGeorgia.com

The Revolve Tour

As mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on WRAF on Sunday August 30, 2009

for more details about THE REVOLE TOUR click on the picture below:

Read more of Nichole Nordeman's story Kathy Nicholson mentioned on Sunday August 30, 2009

Two years ago, I landed on the cover of CCM for the first time by myself. I wore a dress “borrowed” from Neiman Marcus, that I’m pretty sure cost three times my current monthly mortgage. To put it simply…it was the quintessential Cinderella dress. It was everything I’ve dreamt of being since I was 11 years old and I flittered around in layer upon layer of that glorious shimmering, flowing, sweeping gown while the photographer snapped away. I had just been on this insanely stupid diet for months, so that I could squeeze myself into the Cinderella getup, but one minute in that dress and I knew that every shunned bagel had been worth it.

for the rest of this remarkable story visit the link below.

COMING CLEAN by Nichole NordemanAs seen in the April, 2007 GMA Issue of CCM Magazine

Win a $1,000 Scholarship From Toccoa Falls College

WRAF and Toccoa Falls College have teemed up to give away a $1,000 scholarship at Toccoa Fest 2009. Drop by the WRAF tent Saturday, August 29, to sign up. We will select and announce the winner from the main stage at the festival.

Here's the fine print:

Good only at Toccoa Falls College

Must be a new student who meets admission standards

Transfereable within extended family