Dear Friends,

It has been a while since I last wrote you. For those who are not aware of the recent programming changes, we are now on the air for three hours each Friday from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m., Central Time, on KRFE AM580, Lubbock, Texas. It is streamed live from our website www.catholichour.org.

 

The program format has changed for most weeks. The exception is when one of the bishops wishes to discuss their topics for three hours! The changed format begins with the weekly announcements, followed by a segment which includes one or two current issues either in the Church or in society. The main topic of the program follows for at least two hours. The last thirty minutes are about reading and explaining the Epistle and Gospel for the Sunday which is about to occur.

 

I would like your comments on this new format, as well as on the content of the program.

 

The number of listeners continues to grow, and you are able to give The Catholic Faith Radio Program a real boast by telling your family and friends about this unique broadcast. If you're unable to listen live, the website contains a recorded copy. There seem to be many loyal persons who choose to listen to the archived copy, going so far as India and New Zealand!

 

For those who like to look ahead, the date of the next program, its main topic and guest are all listed on the the home page of our website, www.catholichour.org.

 

I would also like to mention the Sunday Mass which we have been streaming for some months. Many of you who receive my emails have been able to take advantage of this apostolate. I am happy to announce that we now have Catholics from coast to coast (literally) who "attend" Mass each Sunday morning. I was told about two months ago that we also have a small group of Catholics in Chile who watch each Sunday!

 

I realize that times are tough. Many are out of work while others are struggling. Your donations, though,  are always welcome and needed. Thank you for your generosity!

 

 

May God bless you for your loyalty and support,

Fr. Joseph, OFM