Toccoa Falls Radio

WRAF Ministry of the Week: Smoky Mountain Pregnancy Care Center

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Faubion) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 03:00:03 PST

The WRAF Ministry of the Week is the Smoky Mountain Prenancy Care Center.

The Smoky Mountain Pregnancy Care Center is a Christian non-profit organization ministering to women and men who are facing an unplanned pregnancy. They have two medical clinics that offer free pregnancy tests and ultrasounds. They strive to be the hands and feet of Jesus to those who are making decisions that will affect them for the rest of their lives. Their life-affirming belief is that all life is precious and given by God. They have clinics in Franklin and Cullowhee, staffed daily by nurses. Volunteers from the community are a huge part of this ministry and its ten year success. A board of directors and a medical director complete this ministry to Western North Carolina and North Georgia.

To nominate a worthy ministry to be the next WRAF Ministry of the Week, simply fill out this form.

American Red Cross

noreply@blogger.com (Mike Shelley) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 05:36:22 PST

The beginning of every year there's a shortage of blood. Blood banks use up much of their supplies because of the holidays. Patients in our area and throughout the country are counting on your help to be sure that blood is available when it's needed. The need is constant.

The next several days are critical.

If you can give blood, OR if you can host a blood drive, please call 1-800-RED CROSS or log onto www.redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or learn more today.

Blood Donation Centers

Anderson County:
AnMed Health Blood Center
60 North Fant Street
Anderson, SC
864-512-1135

Stephens County
The Blood Connection
1308 Sandifer Blvd.
Seneca, SC
864-882-8364

White County
American Red Cross Blood Donation Center
311 Jesse Jewel Pkwy., SW
Suite 102
Gainesville, GA
800-448-3543

Win 10 Tickets To The Gaither Concert In Dulth, GA

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 10:20:56 PST

Connect with WRAF on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/wrafradio.

Click the "Share" button associated with this posting about the Gaither Jubilate Concert and you will be instantly registered in the contest. The winner, to be determined by a random drawing, wins 10 tickets to the concert.

Imagine how much fun it will be to bring in 2012 with all your friends and family. Drawing to be held on Thursday, December 22.

To learn more about the concert -- click here.

Atlanta Welcomes Return Of Gaither New Year’s Eve Spectacular

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:44:18 PST

Atlanta, GA - For two decades, during the ‘80s, ‘90s and the first five years of the new millenium, ASCAP Songwriters of the Century, Bill & Gloria Gaither presented the Jubilaté New Year’s Eve music spectular. The event, which was enjoyed by literally thousands, via a live, national television audience and sold-out crowds, was hosted by numerous cities, including Atlanta, Charlotte and Phoenix.

This year, the event returns to the city where it all began, as the Gaithers bring this year’s New Year's Eve celebration, to the Gwinnett Center in Atlanta (Duluth) on Saturday, December 31, 2011.

For nearly half a century, multiple Grammy and Dove award winners, Bill & Gloria Gaither have been musical trailblazers. Their reputation as songwriters and mentors for newly discovered singers and musicians is known worldwide. Their beloved Homecoming series continues to top national music and video sales charts. Fans who have loved and followed Gaither music for years are thrilled with the return of the Jubilaté New Year’s Eve concert. “The Holidays can be a very sad and lonely time for some, yet very exciting and festive for others,” Bill Gaither states. “Regardless, it’s a time that should be spent among friends, and what better way to spend it than with thousands of people, enjoying great music, ringing in the new year.”

Guests of Jubilaté will usher in the New Year with special music, comedy and many surprises. Past events have included a balloon drop and fireworks at midnight. Jubilaté will feature a cavalcade of singers and musicians, whose collective talents have been honored with countless awards. Joining the Gaithers and their multi-award winning Gaither Vocal Band, featuring Mark Lowry, David Phelps, Michael English and Wes Hampton, include Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, The Martins, The Isaacs, Taranda Greene, Gene McDonald, Gordon Mote, Karen Peck & New River, Lynda Randle and Kevin Williams (all artists subject to change).

Tickets for the December 31 event at the Gwinnett Center are available at all Ticketmaster outlets. Tickets may be purchased by phone by calling 1-800-745-3000. Group rates are available by calling 770-813-5733. Complete information may be obtained online at www.premierproductions.com or www.gaither.com or by calling 770-813-7600.

Thank You For Your Help!

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:41:54 PST

We want to thanks the following friends of the ministry for their help with the Gospel For Asia Christmas Catalog Campaign:

Rebecca from Cleveland, GA $22.00 - Chickens
Sharon from Murrayville, GA $140.00 - Goats
Rebecca from Pisgah Forest, NC $42.00 – Bibles $30.00 - BioSand Water Filters $11.00 - Chickens
Karen from Auburn, GA $60.00 - BioSand Water Filters $22.00 – Chickens $21.00 - Bibles
Jerry from Eastanollee, GA $70.00 – Goats $44.00 - Chickens
Jesse from Bamberg, SC $70.00 - Goats
Joseph from Bradley, SC $70.00 - Goats
Bryan from Toccoa, GA $11.00 - Chickens

Who Needs a Flu Shot?

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 07:18:01 PST

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National Adoption Month

noreply@blogger.com (Mike Shelley) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 07:56:32 PDT

November is National Adoption Month, a month set aside each year to raise awareness about the adoption of children and youth from foster care. The 2011 theme for National Adoption Month is Build Capacity to Make Lasting Change.

The first major effort to promote awareness of the need for adoptive families for children in foster care occurred in Massachusetts in 1976, when Governor Michael Dukakis announced an Adoption Week. The idea grew in popularity and spread nationwide. In 1984, President Reagan proclaimed the first National Adoption Week, and in 1995, under President Clinton, the week was expanded to the entire month of November.

Every November, a Presidential Proclamation launches activities and celebrations to help build awareness of adoption throughout the nation. Thousands of community organizations arrange and host programs, events, and activities to share positive adoption stories, challenge the myths, and draw attention to the thousands of children in foster care who are waiting for permanent families.

To learn more about adoption click on the following links:

For the state of Georgia - click HERE

For the state of South Carolina - click HERE

For the state of North Carolina - click HERE

Autism Speaks

noreply@blogger.com (Mike Shelley) — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 07:06:12 PDT

Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disability in the United States.* Today, 1 in 110 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, a 600% increase in the past 20 years.

Despite this prevalence, research shows that many parents of young children are generally unaware of autism. This campaign seeks to educate parents about the growing rate of autism in this country and to ultimately increase the level of early detection. To this aim, PSAs encourage parents of young children to visit www.autismspeaks.org to learn the early signs of the disorder.

Because there is currently no cure for autism and no effective means to prevent it, early detection is the crucial first step in helping children with autism. With appropriate early-intervention services from ages 3-5, between 20% and 50% of children diagnosed with autism will be able to attend mainstream kindergarten.

Georgia
Autism Speaks - Georgia Regional Office
900 Circle 75 Parkway
Suite 445
Atlanta, Georgia 30339
770.451.0570- office
770.451.0580- fax
georgia@autismspeaks.org

South Carolina and North Carolina

North Carolina Chapter Office
4530 Park Road; Suite 320
Charlotte, NC 28209
(704) 561-0003 - phone
(704) 561-0010 - fax

WRAF's 31st Birthday Celebration - October 27, 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:18:40 PDT

Join us Thursday, October 27th as we thank God for 31 years of blessings during the WRAF Birthday Celebration. WRAF partners with our friends several times a year to raise funds for this community-funded radio outreach. On Thursday, October 27, 2011 we will set aside our regular programming to ask you to help us continue this important outreach.

You can help by making a special birthday gift or by asking your friends to make a contribution.

Donate online at: http://bit.ly/aPuxQx

You can also make an instant $10 gift on your cell phone:

http://www.toccoafallsradio.org/text2help.htm

A gift of any amount is greatly appreciated. So please make your best “Birthday Gift” to continue the legacy of quality Christian radio in northeast Georgia, the western Carolinas and beyond through the internet. Click the donate links above and tune in to discover how people are coming to Christ through your investment!

Listen online: http://wraf.streamon.fm

Tribute to "The Night Watchman" Frank Nagle from last year's Birthday Bash

WRAF Launches Operation Military BibleStick

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:11:57 PDT

During the annual Currahee Military Weekend later this month in Toccoa, GA, WRAF is partnering with Faith Comes By Hearing (FCBH) to support American troops with God's Word in audio through Military BibleSticks. The small, portable, digital audio players were designed by FCBH in 2008 to meet military specifications for use on deployment.

WRAF, a radio ministry of Toccoa Falls College, will promote the Military BibleStick during an on air fundraising campaign Friday September 30. The goal is to raise enough money to sponsor over 300 BibleSticks that will be made available through the chaplains to encourage the men and women serving in America's armed forces.

"We are truly excited about partnering with Faith Comes By Hearing by providing Military BibleSticks to the many service men and women who need to be encouraged and strengthen spiritually," states Mike Shelley, assistant station manage and host of The Morning Show. "What better gift could we give to our military?"

FCBH continues to look to Christian radio as a partner to inform the public about the overwhelming demand for Military BibleSticks from chaplains and troops. The ministry is currently working to eliminate a backorder of more than 12,000 requests. "Stations like WRAF, and others across the nation, are truly a blessing to our troops and continue to be
faithful to meet our call for their help," says Marine veteran Jon Wilke, spokesman for the Military BibleStick project.

Faith Comes By Hearing initiated their military outreach in 2008 and has provided more than 100,000 BibleSticks to troops through nearly 700 members of the U.S. Armed Forces' chaplaincy corps.

How Drinking Soda Impacts Your Health

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 06:33:16 PDT

S.A.V.I.N.G. Habersham Anti-Drug Pro-Recovery March

noreply@blogger.com (Kathy Nicholson) — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 19:22:14 PDT

Below is more information about the September 10 March in Cornelia, Georgia:

Listen in this Sunday afternoon for a special interview between Michelle Fagen director of Saving Habersham and WRAF's Kathy Nicholson. Saving Habersham is a community organization making a difference in the North Georgia Community. Michelle Hazel Fagen provided valuable information about the role addiction plays in our families, friends, and neighborhoods. This is a powerful ministry worth supporting. Learn more about Saving Habersham at www.SavingHabersham.org or www.myspace.com/savinghabersham. Their phone number is 706 768 6558 and their mailing address is P.O. Box 2063, Clarkesville, Georgia 30523.

Sunday Afternoon Interview - with Michelle Fagen of S.A.V.I.N.G. HABERSHAM

noreply@blogger.com (Kathy Nicholson) — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 19:24:56 PDT

(pictured: Michelle Hazel-Fagen and Kathy Nicholson).

Listen in this Sunday afternoon for a special interview between Michelle Fagen director of Saving Habersham and WRAF's Kathy Nicholson. Saving Habersham is a community organization making a difference in the North Georgia Community. Michelle Hazel Fagen provided valuable information about the role addiction plays in our families, friends, and neighborhoods. This is a powerful ministry worth supporting. Learn more about Saving Habersham at www.SavingHabersham.org or www.myspace.com/savinghabersham. Their phone number is 706 768 6558 and their mailing address is P.O. Box 2063, Clarkesville, Georgia 30523.

Below is more information about the September 10 March in Cornelia, Georgia:

The Ready Campaign: Prepare, Plan, Stay Informed

noreply@blogger.com (Mike Shelley) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 08:12:21 PDT

Emergencies happen everyday and The Ready Campaign educates Americans about preparing for and responding to emergencies, including natural disasters and potential terrorist attacks. Ready asks individuals to do three key things: get an emergency supply kit, make a family emergency plan and be informed about different types of emergencies and appropriate responses to each.

Download the Family Emergency Plan and get prepared for an emergency now. You can save your plan has a PDF file or you can print it out to share with your family.

Local Emergency Offices:
Georgia Emergency Management Agency
Office of Homeland Security
PO Box 18055
Atlanta, GA 30316
(404) 635-7000
1 (800) TRY-GEMA / 1(800) 879-4362

South Carolina Emergency Management Division
2779 Fish Hatchery Road
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 737-8840

Macon County Emergency Services
104 East Main Street
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 349-2067

Jentezen Franklin Radio Broadcast Now Heard Over WRAF

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 06:01:01 PDT

Beginning August 29, the preaching of Pastor Jentezen Franklin will be heard over Toccoa Falls Radio weekdays at 3:00 AM.

Jentezen is the pastor of Free Chapel in Gainesville, GA and of Free Chapel Orange County, CA.

Here are some of his thoughts about the new outreach through radio:

I believe the blessings of God are intended to enlarge our territory and to reach more people right where they are with the message of the Gospel.

You have likely heard of the book titled, The Prayer of Jabez, written by my good friend, Dr. Bruce Wilkinson. The powerful truth behind Jabez' simple prayer has helped millions of people realize how much more God desires to do through us when we ask...

And I have been asking!

Notice what Jabez prayed: "Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!" (1 Chronicles 4:10).

That is not a prayer for selfish gain. It covers every area of a believer's life. I believe there is greater success, greater influence, greater power and greater protection waiting to be released in each of our lives as we press in and pray in faith as Jabez did.

If there is one prayer that every believer should pray today it is to enlarge their territory—their influence—for the Gospel—to "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations..." as Jesus commanded us to do (Matt. 28:19-20).

When Bruce Wilkinson ministered at our Georgia campus recently, he also agreed to be my guest on Kingdom Connection. The Lord used our time together to confirm many things, specifically, our next step forward in enlarging the territory for Kingdom Connection—through the power of radio.

I believe this new radio ministry has the potential to reach people we could have never reached any other way—perhaps even your own friends, family and co-workers.

Please join with us to pray, fast and sow into this radio ministry. You will help us connect 5 times more often than we currently do through our television ministry alone.

I truly appreciate your commitment to help us carry the message of the Gospel to those who need to hear it. May God bless you abundantly!

Day of Rescue with Cross International

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:07:09 PDT

This very minute a mind-boggling number of orphans in Mozambique Africa are struggling to survive on their own. These young children can't turn to social services for help, or to an orphanage to take care of them. Those resources were exhausted years ago. The AIDS pandemic has simply left too many children orphaned in Africa.

Without a helping hand, these vulnerable children are subject to malnutrition, lack of health care, increased demands of labor as they take on adult responsibilities, reduced opportunities for education, homelessness, and physical and sexual abuse; and they suffer the trauma, grief, and depression of any young child who has watched loving parents die.

In collaboration with Cross International and Christian ministries across Africa, the Toccoa Falls Radio family is extending the helping hand that these African orphans so desperately need. Your one-time gift of only $68 will provide food, clothing, preventative medical care, school expenses, or meet other basic needs of a child-for an entire year.

Last year WRAF listeners rescued over 700 orphans. This year let’s make a difference for 1,000 or more. You are invited to join this important partnership. Please give today and make a life or death difference to an African orphan for an entire year!

Mike Shelley - The Newest Face of Diabetes

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 07:58:51 PDT

I am the newest face of diabetes. I was unaware of the symptoms of diabetes and I didn't feel sick. But when the diagnoses came in that I had Type 2 diabetes I was shocked! Needless to say I got right to work to learn more about this silent epidemic. More than 2 million people are diagnosed with type 2 each year and more are unaware they are at risk.

You can reduce your risk of diabetes by lowering your cholesterol and your blood sugar through diet and exercise. Learn the symptoms and get tested. To learn more about diabetes go to the American Diabetes Association web site or contact your local office:

Atlanta, GA
225 Peachtree St NE
Suite 550
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 320-7100

Greenville, SC
701 Grove Rd
c/o Greenville Hospital System
ISC-3rd Floor
Greenville, SC 29605

Vacation Checklist

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 13:15:37 PDT

Here’s a timely checklist to help you with your vacation plans.
_____ Pack your Bible and devotional readings.
_____ Purge the fridge of any perishables.
_____ Set the autoreply message on your e-mail an update your voice message at work.
_____ Water the plants.
_____ Stop newspaper and mail delivery.
_____ Inform your immediate neighbors.
_____ Download the WRAF iPhone or Android app for your phone.
_____ Make copies of your important identification and credit cards.
_____ Pack your chargers (cell phone, dvd, camera, laptop).
_____ Pay bills that will be due during your time away.
_____ Purchase advanced tickets for any events or attractions.
_____ Reschedule appointments and activities that conflict with your vacation.
_____ Be sure that you will have enough prescription medicine.
_____ Record emergency phone #’s to leave with neighbors, relatives, or pet boarding facilities.
_____ Turn off water to washing machine (especially if your hoses are old).
_____ Have one trusted friend check your home, inside and out, each day.
_____ Clean the house so you don't have to come home to a dirty one.
_____ Send your monthly gift to support WRAF!

Remember to send us some pics or post-cards.

Marriage - Love and Respect - Poetry Slam

noreply@blogger.com (Kathy Nicholson) — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 12:58:25 PDT

Books mentioned by Kathy Nicholson on the Sunday afternoon music show on WRAF - June 26, 2011

NOTE: you must be a friend with Kathy Nicholson on facebook to view these links.

Link to the poem my husband sent to me on Tuesday June 21, 2011: Reflections of a Beautiful Morning by Michael Brieck

Poem I wrote back in response to my husband: Response to my lover's morning poem

Family Emergency Preparedness

noreply@blogger.com (Mike Shelley) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 06:58:01 PDT

91% of Americans believe it’s important to be prepared for emergencies. However, only 58% of households report having taken any steps at all to prepare. In order to encourage more Americans to prepare themselves, their families and their communities, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) educates and empowers Americans to prepare for and respond to all kinds of emergencies.

The Ready Campaign asks individuals to do three key things to prepare for the unexpected: 1) get an emergency supply kit, 2) make a family emergency plan, and 3) be informed about the different types of emergencies that could occur and their appropriate responses.

At the website www.ready.gov, Americans can find national and local preparedness information, and tools needed to prepare for and respond to potential emergencies.

Georgia Department of Homeland Security
PO Box 18055, Building 2
Atlanta, GA 30316-0055
(404) 635-7000

South Carolina Emergency Management Division
2779 Fish Hatchery Road
West Columbia, SC 29172
(803) 737-8840

Backup Audio Stream

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 14:46:49 PDT

Our regular "Listen Online" stream went down Friday afternoon as thunderstorms rolled through Toccoa. Try this backup link to listen to us over the internet:

http://63.247.192.115:8014/listen.pls

You can also call our AudioNow listen line at 678-804-6378.

Care-a-thon 2011 - "If God Be For Us..."

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 14:08:04 PDT

Update: At the conclusion of the "on-air" portion of CARE 2011 we have received $135, 359 in faith-promise support. That also means 2,707 Bibles will be sent to the persecuted church!

We are very blessed to have you as a ministry friend and partner in this wonderful outreach!

Our spring Care-a-thon fundraiser runs April 27 – 29. The theme for this year comes from Romans 8:31; “If God be for us…” Our focus is on how the Lord is changing lives through the power of His Word. The promise that God’s Word “does not return void” is true and we can’t wait to share how the Bible preaching and teaching ministry of Toccoa Falls Radio is impacting listeners just like you.

The goal is $200,000 in listener support towards our annual budget of $558,000.We invite you to be in prayer for the Care-a-thon seeking how He would have you participate through giving to the operational needs during our Spring fundraiser.

I’m truly excited about our partnership with Bible League International. Their ministry is actively involved in getting Bibles to the persecuted church around the world. Scott Thunder, host of Word and Worship Weekly, will join us during Care-a-thon with news of how, together, we can get God’s precious Word into the hands of those who need it most. WRAF will be giving a tithe of funds raised during this time to this much needed project.

Join us for these three wonderful days of praising God and discovering how He is at work through WRAF and Bible League International. If you are not already a monthly giver, let me encourage you to consider that option. Monthly gifts are the life-blood of what we do and our goal is to see many friends help out in this vital way. Click here to set up a recurring gift on the day of the month that works best for you.

Care-a-thon FAQ

What is Care-a-thon?

Care-a-thon is our bi-annual fundraiser that sets the pace for our yearly budget. Twice a year we set aside time to ask you to be a part of the story providing hope and encouragement over Toccoa Falls Radio and reaching people for Jesus.

How is my contribution used?

Your contribution is chiefly to impact lives and families across the listening areas through Christ-centered music and Biblical preaching and teaching. It literally keeps the stations of Toccoa Falls Radio on the air day and night and goes toward electricity, equipment, maintenance, phone lines, bandwidth, towers, transmitters, translators, antennas, music licensing, legal fees, salaries and more.

Is my contribution tax-deductable?

Yes, WRAF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Do you really need my contribution?

Yes, because we are a non-commercial station, we depend on your contribution.

How much do you need?

Our goal for our Spring Care-a-thon is $200,000, out of our annual budget need of $558,000 for 2011.

How can I give?

You can give a one-time gift or set up a monthly gift through your credit/debit card or bank account. Donate safely and securely here, or you can call 1-800-251-8326.

What’s a faith-promise?

A faith-promise is the intention to give a gift to WRAF and having faith that the Lord will provide for you to fulfill your promise within the next year.

What’s a Daysponsor?

Day sponsors make a significant portion of a broadcast day possible. When you become a Daysponsor, you’re able to pick a date (assuming that day is still available) for your sponsorship announcement to air and you get to pick what the message says. You get to share special thoughts and commemorate your special event with our entire listening family! Plus, you’re helping to change lives through Christian radio -- WRAF with your gift!

If you are compelled to see lives changed through the power of God’s Word, please consider making a faith-promise of support during Care-a-thon 2011!

National Child Abuse Prevention Month

noreply@blogger.com (Kathy Nicholson) — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 06:12:48 PDT

Shirley Meeks - President of Prevent Child Abuse Habersham - my special guest this morning on WRAF. The parenting Tips we mentioned can be found here: Parenting Tips

Register to Win an iPad2 from WRAF.

noreply@blogger.com (Bryan Race) — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 14:13:31 PDT

Update: Leslie Bone was the winner of the iPad2 from WRAF. Thanks to everyone who registered.

You can win a brand-new iPad2 loaded with Bible applications. A generous donor has stepped forward to provide the iPad as a prize to encourage you to return your faith-promise card.

Volunteer Opportunities with NEGA American Red Cross Chapter

noreply@blogger.com (Kathy Nicholson) — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 06:20:03 PDT

Great interview on the Morning Show today. For more information about our guest, Philip Reed, the Executive Director of the American Red Cross NE GA Chapter, visit www.negaredcross.org or call 770 532 8453 or 1800 282 1722. There are many volunteer opportunities to look at on their website.