We are now taking phone calls at 800-251-8326. Let us know if you can make a one-time gift to help us buy a new antenna. We've already received $1,315. Here's the link if you wish to contribute now with a debit or credit card.
Thanks to:
Jerry, New Franklin Christian Church, Charlotte, David, Robbie, Joseph, Kay, Barbara, Cathy, Emily, and Larry.
Selasa, 10 Maret 2009
Jumat, 06 Maret 2009
Antenna Fundraiser Scheduled For Tuesday
This Tuesday, March 10, 2009, is a big day at WRAF.
We will set aside our regular programming between 6 AM and Midnight in order to raise money for the purchase a new broadcast antenna at 90.9 FM.
Our current antenna is severely damaged and repairing the 25 year old unit offers no guarantees that we will not continue to experience major problems in the short run.
We believe the best option for the future of this ministry is to replace it with a new antenna.
We need your help with a generous one-time gift to WRAF.
Make plans to join us Tuesday and if you are in the financial position to help please let us know.
Thank you for your participation in this vital ministry.
Kamis, 05 Maret 2009
Antenna Update - We Need Your Help!
I’ve got an important update for you on our antenna situation. As we’ve mentioned over the last several days we had to have 2 holes patched in the broadcast antenna for 90.9FM. These patches are only designed to keep water out of the antenna and transmission line. There is still internal damage to the antenna. We have significantly reduced our power to prevent further damage to the antenna or transmitter. Obviously this means there are people who are used to listening to WRAF that can no longer pick us up and that the quality of our signal is less than what you’ve come to expect.
The decision before us is do we attempt to repair the antenna or purchase a brand new one? The estimate to repair it is $20,000-$25,000 and the repairs would begin in about a week. However, we have been informed that there is no guarantee that the repair will solve all of our problems. The antenna is 25 years old and near the end of, if not past, its life expectancy. The manufacturer has made it clear that we could have the same problems 6 months, 1 year or 2 years down the road.
The estimated cost of a new antenna is $70,000-$80,000 and it would take about 6-8 weeks to have it built, shipped, and attached to our tower. With a new antenna we have a stronger, clearer signal and be able to reach back into outlying areas that have not received us well in quite some time.
The repair option is what seems to be best in the short term while the purchase option makes the most sense in the long term. So what do we do?
After praying about what to do and meeting with our staff and the administration of Toccoa Falls College the decision has been made to raise funds to purchase a brand new antenna. This Tuesday we will hold an “on-air” fundraiser and ask you to help by making a special one-time gift.
I know times are tough financially but I also know how God has strategically blessed His people to be in a position to help important ministries like WRAF. Thank you for your partnership and please pray that enough funds will be received to buy the antenna.
The decision before us is do we attempt to repair the antenna or purchase a brand new one? The estimate to repair it is $20,000-$25,000 and the repairs would begin in about a week. However, we have been informed that there is no guarantee that the repair will solve all of our problems. The antenna is 25 years old and near the end of, if not past, its life expectancy. The manufacturer has made it clear that we could have the same problems 6 months, 1 year or 2 years down the road.
The estimated cost of a new antenna is $70,000-$80,000 and it would take about 6-8 weeks to have it built, shipped, and attached to our tower. With a new antenna we have a stronger, clearer signal and be able to reach back into outlying areas that have not received us well in quite some time.
The repair option is what seems to be best in the short term while the purchase option makes the most sense in the long term. So what do we do?
After praying about what to do and meeting with our staff and the administration of Toccoa Falls College the decision has been made to raise funds to purchase a brand new antenna. This Tuesday we will hold an “on-air” fundraiser and ask you to help by making a special one-time gift.
I know times are tough financially but I also know how God has strategically blessed His people to be in a position to help important ministries like WRAF. Thank you for your partnership and please pray that enough funds will be received to buy the antenna.
Rabu, 04 Maret 2009
Selasa, 03 Maret 2009
Antenna Problems at 90.9 FM
Over the last week or so we noticed the quality of our signal originating from 90.9 FM was deteriorating. Our station engineer Marty Lee investigated the situation and diagnosed the problem to be with the station’s antenna. We then called in an expert to determine exactly what was wrong.
Several holes were found in the WRAF antenna. I'll upload the pictures soon. We have contacted the manufacturer and are awaiting a quote on replacement parts. There is also a possibility that, due to the age of the antenna (it’s 25 years old) that the purchase of a new one may be a better solution.
The damage has made it was necessary to reduce our power to 20% until this is resolved. Hopefully, further damage which might take us completely off the air, will be avoided by this step.
As soon as we have more details I’ll pass them along. I am asking you to pray that WRAF will have wisdom to know exactly what to do and that finances will be made available. When costs are known I’ll share that information.
As always, thanks for your willingness to stand with this ministry.
Several holes were found in the WRAF antenna. I'll upload the pictures soon. We have contacted the manufacturer and are awaiting a quote on replacement parts. There is also a possibility that, due to the age of the antenna (it’s 25 years old) that the purchase of a new one may be a better solution.
The damage has made it was necessary to reduce our power to 20% until this is resolved. Hopefully, further damage which might take us completely off the air, will be avoided by this step.
As soon as we have more details I’ll pass them along. I am asking you to pray that WRAF will have wisdom to know exactly what to do and that finances will be made available. When costs are known I’ll share that information.
As always, thanks for your willingness to stand with this ministry.
If you live in an area that can no longer pick up our signal here are the URL’s for our Streaming Audio stations.
Copy and paste them into your audio player or wi – fi radio:
THE FALLS - http://63.247.192.115:8016/listen.pls
WRAF Windows Media - mms://c1.liquidviewer.com/wraf
MyFavoriteStation.net (All Music Channel)mms://63.247.193.6/SAM_WMA_5A-128 (128kbs stream)
mms://63.247.193.6/SAM_WMA_5A-32 (32kbs stream)
If you have any trouble receiving the live feed, please contact us at radio (at) myfavoritestation (dot) net for assistance.
Senin, 02 Maret 2009
WRAF Church of the Week - March 2, 2009
Mount Paran Church of God in Atlanta, GA, is the newest WRAF Church of the Week.
Congratulations to Dr. David Cooper and the entire congregation!Glenda nominated the church and says, "Mount Paran sets on a beautiful hill in Atlanta and truly is a 'Church set apart' for the glory of God! Our programs are designed to teach, train and encourage all ages and all peoples! Our motto is: 'Giving the World Hope in Christ!' I am proud to be a part of such an awesome place!"
You can learn more about Mount Paran Church of God by visiting their website at http://www.mountparan.com/newsitedev/index.asp
Minggu, 01 Maret 2009
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