I love it when the Bradford pear trees billow with white blossoms, followed by the redbud display of violet hues, announcing Spring. These beautiful appearances shake off my winter doze and prompt me to get out and participate. The season is full of activities, celebrations, and milestones. Easter comes to mind, first, but there are also ballgames, graduations, Mother's Day, and more.
As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas, Oklahoma Catholic Radio has many things to be thankful for. Oklahoma Catholic Radio was founded on November 30, 2005. Because of generous friends like you, Catholic Radio has been Bringing the Gospel message to the people of Oklahoma for 15 years!
"Did you know about this? In 1861, at the request of a committee of the joint house's of Congress, President Lincoln declared by proclamation " a day of National Humiliation, Prayer and Fasting." Congress wanted the day marked by "religious solemnities and the offering of fervent supplications to Almighty God for the safety and welfare of these States." This occurred while our young country was embroiled in the devastating Civil War.
For nearly 15 years Oklahoma Catholic Radio has been spreading the Gospel message throughout Oklahoma. Along with Deacon Larry Sousa, I am proud to be one of the founding members of Oklahoma Catholic Radio. We are delighted by the growth of Catholic Radio in Oklahoma. There are fourteen stations broadcasting the Gospel message across the state and more are planned for the future.
"Listening is not the only way I have been influenced by Catholic radio. The listeners and volunteers I work with play a vital part in cultivating my faith. Allow me to pay tribute to my friend and colleague, Marlene Stapp in that role.
"The Spring Radiothon punctuated a new era for Oklahoma Catholic Radio. Because of the virus, hosts, guests and volunteers operated differently, many remote from the broadcast center. I took advantage of this to listen continuously as I took calls from supporters.
There is more than I can share here, but I have participated in the Easter Season. I think it is listening to Catholic radio that has prodded me to want more. Now I am all ears to re-visit Pentecost. What about you?"
