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/.

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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

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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
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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

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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.

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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 .

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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.