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Life FM Gippsland Newsletter Archive 2008
Life FM Newsletter December 2008 - PDF VersionChristmas is here!
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(Left) Yvonne, Deb, Phillip, Sarah and Randell cut the birthday cake |
Prayer & Praise
Praise God for His continued blessings
Everyday we see God’s hand in the work that we do - it is such a blessing to be part of this ministry! It’s been so wonderful to have Liam join the team!
New Members
13 new members since last newsletter. Thank you and PRAISE GOD - please pray for more sponsors.
Technical Issues
Pray for those who maintain our equipment and for those working on our studio installation - for those “extra” hours needed.
Volunteers for the Station and the Bookshop
Please pray for God to send those with servant hearts that He would have in these positions. We need to help keep Christian Bookworld running to maintain our presence in the Valley - particularly people who are available to close the shop at 5:30pm. Our studio in the shop is vital to the next step in our growth.
Please also pray for our IT positions to be filled. Keeping our computers in tip top shape is essential to keeping the station running.
Chairo Christian School - Radio Play
Everyone loves Christmas ham and there was plenty of it at station sponsor Chairo Christian School when Deb went to record the Christmas Radio Play Focus On Bethlehem. Don’t miss it - Christmas Eve at 6pm and repeated Christmas Day at 7 and 10pm.
BACK: Keegan Johns (Interviewer); James Bedford (Joseph); Jordan Brough (Herod); Ashe Powell (Mary)
FRONT: Dillan Stock (Shepherd); Aubrey Gaylard (Wise Man); Anne Lewis (Commentator); Maddi Ancilleri (Inn Keeper)
Randell Loves Christmas!
Randell has been very busy at the Traralgon studio preparing hundreds of new Christmas tracks to add to this year’s mix. He and Deb will be having some fun Christmas Day from 11am to 1pm with great music and Christmas goodies...So if you’re not allergic to nuts - tune in!!
Randell will also join you Boxing Day - at MIDDAY (without a clipboard!) for something a bit different.
Broadcaster Training Day
The Southern Community Media Association conducted accredited Certificate III training in Sale at the Anglican Diocese Office with attendance of 21 students - 10 from Life FM and the rest from 3BBR in Drouin and one from Vision Radio (formerly Radio Print Handicapped).
Graeme Macartney from Shepparton and Rod Boyd from Melbourne conducted training sessions on “Present On Air” and “Conduct an Interview”.
There has already been substantial positive feedback from the training event, which, combined with the almost overwhelming expressions of interest from through out the SCMA membership, means that the association is keen to conduct similar training sessions as soon as possible at different locations within the membership area of the SCMA.
The SCMA currently has submissions before the CBF for more funding to run more of these accredited training sessions so these participants will hopefully be able to complete Cert II Broadcasting.
Tall Poppy Café provided morning and afternoon tea and lunch on a contra sponsorship basis.
Participants now have to submit four interviews and one air check by Feb09. We are working together to make sure everyone has access to recorders and the studio and interviews will hopefully be able to be used on air. Already 3 participants are gearing up for their own programs, Randell to present TRAA, Sarah will do a Veggie Tales / kids program and Liam Craig will be presenting “Get Out Of Jail Free” in the New Year.
Win Prizes!!!
Sarah's Mixed Veggies
We all know that veggies are good for you but you won’t find any B1 or B2 in this lot!! This Christmas Day at 7am and 4pm, join Sarah for a Very Veggie Christmas.
Then in January during the holidays each Saturday, Sarah will be giving away a Veggie Tales DVD to the winner of the DRAW YOUR FAVOUITE VEGGIE competition! Just send in your drawing with your name, age, address and phone number on the back and each week in January you have the opportunity to win a prize! Post to PO Box 1378, Sale 3853 and listen on Saturdays at 8am or 5:30pm for Sarah’s Mixed Veggie Show!
Win a Christian Bookworld Voucher
Shop at Christian Bookworld in Traralgon between now and 4pm Christmas Eve and you will go into the draw to win one of three gift vouchers, worth $100, $50 and $20!
Check out the beautiful Christmas ornaments, Nativity sets, special gifts lines, and the usual books and CDs. DVD’s make great gifts too, and there’s a heap to choose from – especially for the kids - and there’s free gift wrapping too!
The Life FM team will be in-store on Christmas eve for the draw at 4pm, and we’ll announce the winners on air, and on the web. Just make a purchase at Christian Bookworld, Shop 3, 27 Princes Street Traralgon between now and 4pm Christmas Eve and you could be a winner!
But wait there's more!!!! We'll also be drawing the December Coffee Club prize in store at the same time!!! It’s a remote control police helicopter donated by station sponsor Dick Smith in Traralgon. Join us for the fun!
Job Vacancies
It takes many people and much work behind the scenes to keep Life FM on air. We currently have three key positions vacant and we urgently need someone skilled to assist.
Life FM is primarily run on computers and thanks to Beth Harris we have efficient systems established which enable us to network all the PCs and work by remote when necessary. Beth was also our webmaster and our website has been a major part of our work and communication and thus a vital part of this ministry.
We now find ourselves in a position of needing someone else to take on these roles as we grow and continue to reach out across Gippsland.
Position #1: Hardware and Network Co-ordinator
* For Sale and/or Traralgon - approx 10 hrs per week as arranged with Station Manager *
Computers need to be maintained and when necessary replaced so we need someone who can demonstrate a high level of computer skills; be able to work with flexibility in a changing and pressured environment as part of a team; have the ability to develop and maintain administrative systems and procedures to support broadcasting activities; and be accomplished in resource management skills.
Position #2: Webmaster
Our website is in need of a “freshen up” . We need someone who is able not only to design an interactive website, but someone who has proven Website Management experience; strong web design skills which will include the ability to edit HTML and JavaScript skills; a thorough knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) techniques; a flexible attitude with proven experience of working in a small team; ability to develop and maintain administrative systems and procedures to support broadcasting activities; excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
Position #3: Software Co-ordinator
* For Sale and or Traralgon - approx 10 hrs per week as arranged with Station Manager *
It’s also important that the many administration systems we are using are kept up-to-date. The person in this position will maintain and update software so that other staff can develop information and data files, databases and contact lists as required; keep all PC’s updated with latest software and anti-virus protection; work in consultation with Hardware Coordinator to maintain PC rotation in consultation with Station Manager, to ensure maximum effectiveness in all areas of operation.
While these are listed as three separate positions they are obviously not all full time so it is conceivable that one person could do all three jobs (as has happened in the past). We understand that people are very busy and may not have the luxury of being able to make themselves available for the amount of time we have projected. We are flexible!
If you are interested in any or all of these positions there is more detail here.
Please note that as these are designated positions, all applicants will be interviewed and given a probationary period to ascertain suitability for both parties. The above positions are all voluntary.
Birthday Appeal Results
We celebrated our 5th year on air on Wednesday 29th October with a birthday party and AGM - this was also the deadline for our Birthday Appeal.
It’s this time of year when donations and memberships really drop off - from November to around March is the “dry” time for many ministries. Everyone is thinking about Christmas and holidays and then before you know it - it’s Easter! Many visitors come to Gippsland over summer so it’s a great time for Life FM to spread the good news about Jesus!
This year we thought we’d try and plan ahead for the dry time and ask you to send Life FM a birthday gift. Up to 9pm on the 29th , we received a total of $11,877.90!!!
THANK YOU GIPPSLAND!
Our catch phrase is “a better Life for Gippsland” - it is the focus of all that we do to bring the message of the hope of Jesus into the hearts of those who listen to Life FM - YOU are an integral part in this listener supported ministry!
You can make a donation ANYTIME to help keep Life FM running.
Please make sure you put your name as the reference so we can send you a receipt.
Bendigo Bank, Branch : 633-000 Acct : 116708298
or you can donate here.
Life FM Newsletter October 2008 - PDF Version
We Are FIVE!!!
It’s five years since Life FM started broadcasting and we’re celebrating our birthday!
All Life FM members are invited to attend our AGM and birthday and party in style at the
Glutopia Café and Ice Creamery in Traralgon
next to Christian Bookworld
on Wednesday 29th October @ 7.30pm.
But it doesn’t stop there!
The celebration continues at 9pm next door at station sponsor Christian Bookworld Traralgon with 15% off storewide for all Life FM members.
If you’re not a member, join on the night - $33 or $22 concession. You’ll receive a member’s pack, FREE supper and you’ll have voting rights at the meeting!
You can also inspect our studio office in Christian Bookworld…...
RSVP (for catering) by Sat 25th Oct - call 5143 0355 or email birthday@lifefm.com.au
Prayer and Praise
Praise God for His continued blessings
Everyday we see God’s hand in the work that we do - it is such a blessing to be part of this ministry!
Thanks for the wonderful letters of encouragement we have received.
Volunteers for the Station and Bookshop
Please pray for God to send those with servant hearts that He would have in these positions. We need to help keep Christian Bookworld running to maintain our presence in the Valley. Our studio in the shop is vital to the next step in our growth.
Please also pray for our IT positions to be filled. Keeping our computers in tip top shape is essential to keeping the station running.
New Members
8 new members since last newsletter. Thank you and PRAISE GOD - please pray for more sponsors.
Technical Issues
Pray for those who maintain our equipment and for those working on our studio installation - for those “extra” hours needed. Please also pray for those learning to operate the new equipment.
Team Work
The wheels are still turning at Life FM. The boys (Randell and Philip) are busy in the Traralgon office preparing new music for broadcast. This year so far we've added another 150 tracks. We are working towards having a presenter announce the tracks for The Rock Across Australia...getting the latest tracks has been a challenge but we're persevering! Having Philip on board is moving things along as he learns the ropes.
| Randell Green |
Phillip Elms |
In Sale the girls are busy. Sarah works on getting our regular programs ready for air and updates the website. You heard her in September reading the community notices. In the office Robyn continues to faithfully provide us with the scripts for the community notices - preparing those that are sent in to us (for which we are most grateful and wanting lots more!) and going through all the local Gippsland newspapers and church newsletters.
| Sarah Possart |
Yvonne assists me in the day-to-day activities that keep us running. There's always heaps of filing and banking to do, letters to write. and phone calls to answer. There's a huge amount of administration and Yvonne keeps things humming. Yvonne also works with Verena and sometimes Christine in adding all new (and the many existing) CDs to our station database. This is in preparation for future programs and also helps us to know what we've got on our shelves.
| Yvonne, right, supervising the newsletter mailout with Robyn, Christine and Linda |
Meanwhile apart from preparing Gippsland Extra each week...I've been preparing applications for some grants to update the Sale studio and get the Traralgon studio to broadcast stage. We now have our "live" switching in place - and we broadcast “live” briefly on 7th August. There is still a bit to do to make the switching more user friendly - but at least we have the option now thanks to Ralph!
The next step is to upgrade the studio mixer. The one we purchased a few years ago doesn't have the right buttons. That's the non-technical version. At the time we couldn't afford the more expensive desk so we made do with the one we have now - which has been fantastic. Getting the Traralgon studio set up will mean more people can be involved for a broader area. Baby steps.....
Ralph installing our new on-air PC |
For several months now we have been working on our licence renewal. It's a huge job as we basically write up an accountability check to the Australian Broadcasting and Media Authority to give them reason to extend our licence another 5 years. This document was completed and posted on Friday 26th September - so your prayers that all this work will be rewarded with another five year licence are most valued.
Till next time....
Blessings,
Deb Bye
Station Manager
Life FM 9th Annual General Meeting
NOMINATIONS - DEADLINE 17th October
If you wish to nominate someone for the Board (Committee of Management), please fill in and return the form (download here) to Life FM, PO Box 1378, Sale 3853
**Please note that to nominate someone you must be a financial member of Life FM over the age of eighteen (Rule 24.2)
The signed nomination form must arrive at the Life FM office no later than 5:00pm on Friday 17th October.
Email the Board Secretary - secretary@lifefm.com.au - for the Board Info Kit so there are no surprises! Good governance and accountability will help to keep Life FM on air in Gippsland.
Details of the nominees will then be posted on the Life FM web site on Wed. 22nd October and also displayed at the AGM (Rule 12.6).
Please include a photo with the nomination.
Agenda For AGM - 29th October 2008
WELCOME
APOLOGIES
MINUTES OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 31 October 2007
FINANCIAL REPORT
BOARD (CoM) REPORT
STATION MANAGER REPORT
APPOINTMENT OF AUDITOR
ELECTION OF FIVE BOARD (COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT) MEMBERS
NB: No matters other than those listed above can be dealt with (Rule 20.8)
Current Board (Committee of Management)
1. Vacant
2. Vacant
3. Vacant
4. Cameron Rash - term expired
5. Beth Harris - term expired
6. Peter Devonshire
7. Don McLeod
8. Heather Toms
9. Peter Couacaud
10. Debbie Bye - Station Manager’s Board (CoM) position - ex officio (Rule 12.2)
Voting
If you are unable to attend the AGM and would like to vote, you may request an absentee voting form (Rule 24.4) from the Life FM office by phoning 5143 0355 or email - secretary@lifefm.com.au and a voting form will be sent out to you.
Your absentee vote will need to arrive at the Life FM office no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday 28th October (Rule 24.4.1) and this includes any proxy votes. (Rule 24.3) To obtain a proxy form contact the Life FM office.
Rules
A copy of the Rules of Association is available at the Life office upon request for all financial members.
Birthday Appeal
It’s our birthday and it’s also the time when donations and memberships really drop off - from November to around March is the “dry” time for many ministries. Everyone is thinking about Christmas and holidays and then before you know it - it’s Easter!
Many visitors come to Gippsland over summer so it’s a great time for Life FM to spread the good news about
Jesus!
This year we thought we’d try and plan ahead for the dry time and ask you to send Life FM a birthday gift
Our catch phrase is “a better Life for Gippsland” - it is the focus of all that we do to bring the message of the hope of Jesus into the hearts of those who listen to Life FM -
YOU are an integral part in this listener supported ministry!
We are aiming for $25,000 by 29th October. The final tally will be announced at the Birthday Party / AGM (see top of page for details).
You can make a donation ANYTIME to help keep Life FM running. CLICK HERE NOW
Or, arrange a direct debit at your bank. Please make sure you put your name as the reference so we can send you a receipt.
Bendigo Bank, Branch : 633-000 Acct : 116708298
Life FM Newsletter August 2008 - PDF Version
Thank you Gippsland and Beyond!
FINAL TOTAL $63,187.00!!
At the beginning of June we asked God for $60,000 to help us keep the station running. With costs rising everywhere we realise the great sacrifice people make to donate money (even if it is tax deductible!) We had 102 people from 40 towns across Gippsland collectively donate our final tally - and we know that those people were moved by God to donate - all praise to Jesus!
We have seen God move mightily through His people - thank you Gippsland and beyond!! There have been many wonderful stories of God's provision and we are so grateful and humbled to be part of those stories.
Like everything in our lives our costs keep rising too and although we were also recently blessed w
ith a grant from the Community Broadcast Foundation of $26,830.10 to assist in paying our transmission costs - these prices have also risen….so we seem to be always a little behind.
HOWEVER! This does keep us dependant on God for our provision and we see time and again how He looks after us.
We keep our running costs as trim as we can but it still ends up around $640 per day/ If you want to know more about all this please come to our Annual Meeting in October.
AGM Date Claimer & Birthday
Come and help us celebrate our 5th Birthday this year on Wednesday 29th October.
The venue will be announced in the next newsletter. If you are interested in serving a term on the Board we’d love to hear from you. There are currently three vacancies and 2 more Board members will stand down in October.
If you are interested call the office (5143 0355) and the Board secretary will send you the Board info kit so there are no surprises!
Good governance and accountability will help to keep Life FM on air in Gippsland.
Attention Publicity Officers!
If your church or not-for-profit group is having an activity please let us know. We’d love to tell others and our community notices are heard on the hour every hour - what better publicity can you get FREE!
Just send us the details of your event by:
Mail PO Box 1378, Sale 3850
Email gippsland@lifefm.com.au 
Fax 5143 0388
RG's Rap
Part of what I’ve been doing at Life FM recently has been to upload new music into the station library and help keep a fresh rotation of new music coming to you.
We truly are blessed to have access to such great talent across many genres of music. There is so much new music coming out - I get excited when I find out that one of my favourite artists or groups has a new album about to hit the store shelves, or a new single from their album about to hit the airwaves across Christian radio.
So what is new? Tonnes of stuff. New Reliant K, Delirious, Hillsong, Kutless, Christian City Church, Paradise Worship, Leeland and Britt Nicole to name but a few.
Two stand out albums at present are Mick Sykes' "Forgiven" and Third Day’s "Revelation".
Third Day are a well known US band who have been putting out albums since the mid 1990’s, with 24 number one radio singles and over six million albums sold.
With songs dealing with the complexities of the Christian walk, their new album "Revelation" is a must for any Third Day fan. Keep an ear out for the band’s first single "Call My Name", already a Top Five hit on The Rock Across Australia charts.
And finally, do yourself a favour and check out Mick Sykes' debut album "Forgiven". Mick grew up in the Latrobe Valley and now resides in Sydney. With production on the album by experienced Aussie Christian music producers and recording artists, David Holmes and Andy Sorenson, "Forgiven" is one album we put into Life FM’s playlist as soon as we could. Stand out tracks include "Stay", "Jehovah" and the title track "Forgiven".
Both these albums are available from station sponsor Christian Bookworld, Shop 3, 27 Princes Street Traralgon.
Hope to see you at our fund raiser concert with Steve Messer and crew at Sale Baptist church on Saturday 9th August.
Until next time, keep that radio locked on 103.9 Life FM.
Randell Green.
Getting Teenagers Out of Bed!
Do your kids struggle to get out of bed - especially on the weekends?
One Gippsland family has solved the problem! They encourage their kids to listen to Veggie Tales Radio in the family lounge room and it works!!
Listen to Life FM!
Deb Celebrates 5 Years!
Deb celebrated 5 years at Life FM on the 23rd of June. The crew shared cream sponge and mused over how quickly time flies when you're having FUN!
Feedback
We love to hear from you - it’s YOUR radio station! Your letters will help us with our licence renewal. Here’s just a few of the messages we’ve received...
Lakes Entrance - I must congratulate you on the extremely professional standard or your broadcasts. This is such a relief from the bumbling inept efforts of the local commercial stations. The content of your programs is also a refreshing change and you do present a well balanced mix of material. Keep up the great work and I certainly support your seeking a continuance for your Broadcasting Licence. The loss of Life FM would be a tragedy for the whole of Gippsland. It is my considered opinion that you have proved continuously, to be worthy holders of a Broadcast Licence and extremely good stewards of the trust placed in you by the Australian Communication and Media Authority. May you long continue to grace the airwaves of Gippsland.
Churchill - Just wanted to say a huge thanks to all the crew at Life Fm. I tune in nearly everyday to listen to all your fantastic programs and music. I especially like veggie tales radio, TRAA, the Reality Zone and Chuck Swindoll. My whole life basically revolves around your station, well not quite, but I definitely love Life FM. Keep up the great work.
Yallourn Nth - I enjoy listening to LifeFM in the car in this time of life where I am a taxi for my children. I especially like the Focus on the Family program and try to apply many of the principals to my life.
Moe - We find the music very soothing to listen to in the car. The kids listen and makes it easier to drive without distractions. We appreciated the fact there is no swearing. Keep up the good work.
Sale - As a new mum I have found the early morning programs great to listen to while feeding my baby. I'm glad to have the opportunity to listen to them and value the teaching and other programs. Thanks for adding more enjoyment to those special morning times with my baby!
Prayer and Praise
Praise God for His continued blessings
Everyday we see God’s hand in the work that we do - it is such a blessing to be part of this ministry!
Thanks for the wonderful letters of encouragement we have received.
Volunteers for the Station and Bookshop
Please pray for God to send those with servant hearts that He would have in these positions. We need to help keep Christian Bookworld running to maintain our presence in the Valley. Our studio in the shop is vital to the next step in our growth.
New Members
- 7 new members since last newsletter. Thank you and PRAISE GOD - please pray for more sponsors.
Technical Issues
Pray for those who maintain our equipment and for those working on our studio installation - for those “extra” hours needed.
Protection for Staff
As we move into the colder months please pray for the health and protection of our front-line workers.
God Loves A Cheerful Giver!
Our catch phrase is “a better Life for Gippsland” - it is the focus of all that we do to bring the message of the hope of Jesus into the hearts of those who listen to Life FM - YOU are an integral part in this listener supported ministry!
Life FM Newsletter May 2008 - PDF Version
Another 5 Years?
It’s time to get our licence renewal application ready.
In August 2004 we were issued a 5 year licence - now we have to show the Australian Communication and Media Authority that we have been good stewards of the frequency (103.9FM) and that we are capable of continuing for another 5 years.
This means we need YOU!
We need letters of support, memberships and donations - all sorts of statistics to show ACMA that the Christian Community of Gippsland wants to have a local Christian radio station.
Please consider how you can help keep Life FM on air -
- Renew your membership
- Ask your friends to join
- Volunteer or donate
- Write a note about why you think Life FM should stay on air in Gippsland
We can fill in the forms - but ultimately—it’s up to YOU!
Easter @ Victory
Randell (Production - Traralgon) and Deb (Sale) co-MC’d the inaugural Easter celebration at Victory Park in Traralgon on Easter Sunday.
The organizers are hoping this will become a high profile annual event and Life FM was excited to be involved.
Journey of the Cross and Icon
Yvonne (Admin - Sale) was very excited to be able to participate in the Journey of the Cross and Icon as it passed through Gippsland.
From the CoM
On Friday April 18th the Committee of Management of Gippsland Christian Broadcasters Inc and senior staff met for a Strategic Planning Day in Morwell. During the 7 hour meeting we discussed many issues, ranging from looking at where we are today through to where we would like to be in five years’ time.
The day was facilitated by an external consultant, who assisted us to focus our thinking on the activities we need to be doing now to hopefully ensure the mission of Life FM is achieved - that being to equip, empower and encourage the people of Gippsland with the message of Jesus through quality broadcasting services.
It was a very productive day, and highlighted the exciting phase we are currently in at Life FM. With our licence renewal application due to be submitted later this year, the next few months are going to be very busy for the CoM.
If you have skills in governance, or an interest in learning more about what it involves, we would love to hear from you.
Cameron Rash
LtoR: Beth Harris, Andrew Letcher (facilitator), Peter Couacaud, Peter Devonshire, Cameron Rash.
Front- Randell Green (Music Director) and Heather Toms
Robin is Retiring
A love of books as a young boy and an enthusiasm to share those experiences was all God needed to lead Robin Harrison into a career in Christian Bookshops that would last over a decade.
After having some experience in a bookshop in Swan Hill back in the 1970's, Robin got the "bookshop bug" and so in 1997 it wasn't a big leap to move into the Christian Bookshop in Traralgon. Back then the shop was owned by the Bible Society. In 2001 Robin bought the shop and at one stage there were 25 volunteers!
Robin approached CLC International around 2 years ago as he pondered the future of the shop as he approached his retirement. CLC purchased the shop and it officially opened as Christian Bookworld in November 2007.
Robin is looking forward to a well deserved rest - but he says he's also looking forward to helping out at other Christian Bookworld stores around Australia. We wish him well and all God's blessings for his future.
Christian Bookshop and Radio Studio
After operating for six years as Traralgon Inspirational Books and Gifts, in November last year mission organisation CLC International purchased the store and officially launched as Christian Bookworld Traralgon.
CLC manages a chain of Christian Bookworld stores throughout Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and now in Victoria.
Life FM is very excited about this development as it will maintain a Christian bookshop presence in the Latrobe Valley. The store will continue to be run by volunteers and we look forward to more people joining the team.
Life FM has partnered with Christian Bookworld in Traralgon and we have been able to set up an office and small studio to encourage access and training to our Latrobe Valley supporters.
The Life FM office/studio is open on Tuesdays from 9 till 3pm and you’ll find newly appointed Production Assistant / Music Director Randell Green there if you pop in.
Randell has experience with community radio through a program he presented for many years on Gippsland FM called - The Servant’s Rock Show. He has been updating our music and recently added 113 tracks to the mix!
Current Bookshop Team (L-R):
Back: Jennifer McMahon, Denise Edgar, Trevor Paine, Val Morris
Front: Robin Harrison, Stella Morris, Sue Little
Bookshop Volunteers Needed
A new era is beginning in Christian Bookworld and we are assisting in the search for volunteers.
If you love chatting to people - especially about God and have a love of books, music and movies - what a great way to volunteer your time to serve God.
Ideally we would like to get people to volunteer for a day a week - but we will be flexible - what about a day a fortnight?
We need people who are willing to open the shop at 9am and close at 5:30pm Monday to Friday and also Saturday from 9am till 1pm.
If you can’t manage the time - maybe someone in your church would be interested in this ministry?
You’ll also need to be able to answer the phone, be accountable for money taken and be enthusiastic!
Call 5174 0147 for a Volunteer Application - or pick one up from the bookshop or Life FM’s main office in Sale.
Maybe you’d prefer to volunteer for Life FM ….you can use the same form. Get involved - let’s touch a heart today for Jesus!
What is CLC? 
CLC stands for CHRISTIAN LITERATURE CRUSADE, more commonly known today as CLC International.
CLC is an International Christian Literature mission comprised of people drawn from many nationalities, denominations and backgrounds. All are dedicated to serving the Lord Jesus Christ and to the task of helping others to know Him better, primarily through the tool of the printed page.
CLC is not just a chain of bookshops, but a ministry which desires to see people's lives changed though making evangelical literature available to all nations so that people may come to faith and maturity in Christ.
CLC Australian Director David Scouler
with Robin at his farewell dinner
CLC strives to impact individuals, families, communities and entire nations through their various ministries. Each book centre becomes a place where people can browse, buy and benefit as they discuss spiritual matters.
Local ministries may include:
Reading and lending libraries, mail order programs, wholesaling to other book outlets, special counseling facilities or a place to drink coffee with friends, bookmobiles go where people have little or no access to Gospel Literature to market places, fairs, shows and isolated towns. Book tables are frequently set up in conjunction with local churches.
Publishing and printing is undertaken in areas where there is a shortage of suitable literature. Each country, through its excess finance, invests in the furthering of the work in the local community, nationally or internationally.
Leongatha Fundraisers
Johanna Haasjes and her faithful team regularly hold sausage sizzles outside the Leongataha IGA for Life FM. They also support TEAR Australia and that’s why Johanna has her mobile toilet!
The note in the loo says -
When in the comfort of your home
You sit upon a ceramic throne.
Let your thoughts roam far and wide
For those who have no place to hide
Except behind a bush or tree
Those not as fortunate as we.
Your gift will save them from such strife
And give a better way of life!
So if you see Johanna and her loo don’t miss the opportunity to help out!
Target: $60,000 by June 25th
Our catch phrase is “a better Life for Gippsland” - it is the focus of all that we do to bring the message of the hope of Jesus into the hearts of those who listen to Life FM -
YOU are an integral part in this listener supported ministry!
It currently costs about $470 a day to keep the station running, which includes our site rental for the transmitter and microwave link. Our projected costs for the next year are $640 per day as we continue to grow. So as we approach the end of the financial year - we’re asking God for $60,000 by 25th June.
Your tax deductible donation will help us achieve our daily goal and allow Life FM to continue telling people who “have ears to hear” about His saving grace and the sacrifice of Jesus - through our music and programs we are fulfilling our mission to spread the Good News!
Please prayerfully fill in the form below and return to Life FM, PO Box 1378, Sale, 3853.
You can pay by cheque, credit card or arrange with your bank to Direct Credit to Life FM’s account.
Please make sure you put your name as the reference so we can send you a receipt.
Bendigo Bank, Branch : 633-000 Acct : 116708298
Prayer and Praise
Praise God for His continued blessings
God has blessed us abundantly through you His faithful servants. Praise the Lord for His loving-kindness!
New Members
5 new members including one Lifetime member since last newsletter. Thank you and PRAISE GOD - please pray for more sponsors.
Christian Volunteers to Run the Station
Please pray for God to send those with servant hearts that He would have in these positions
Finance to Run the Station
For the day to day costs and for work still to be done in the studio.
Technical Issues
Pray for those who maintain our equipment and for those working on our studio installation - for those “extra” hours needed.
Protection for Staff
As we move into the colder months please pray for the health and protection of our front-line workers.
Life FM Newsletter January 2008 - PDF Version
How will you rate in 2008
I can remember when 2008 was “the future” - “the space age” - a long way off! How quickly it has come around.
Now that Christmas is well and truly over I think it’s really sad to see the shops trying ever so hard to market the next “special” holiday. So far I’ve seen Easter eggs (on Boxing Day!), Valentines and St Patrick’s Day.
Remember when “special” WAS special. Looking forward to something that wasn’t taken for granted and not appreciated.
We were talking about this over Christmas - how special ham and chicken used to be - now it’s available for daily take-away. Even hot cross buns - bought especially for Easter and how we looked forward to them. I reckon it’s sad for us - but especially sad for the children who don’t have that sense of expectation of things to come. The anticipation of something wonderful - even if it is just a hot cross bun!
How complacent are we then as the return of Jesus approaches?
Is it something you’re looking forward to with expectation of the fulfillment of all those wonderful promises?
Are you ready?
Don’t get left behind…………..
Our Youngest Life-time Member
Meet our newest AND youngest Life-time member - Christy Rash. She’s just 18 months old - so she’s getting value for mummy and daddy’s investment in quality family friendly radio - even if she can’t vote till she’s 18 years old!
Christy is Life FM’s 26th lifetime member. If you are not a member of Life FM perhaps you’d like to
consider joining. We need to keep our membership numbers up to show the Australia Communications and Media Authority that Gippslanders really do want Christian Radio.
Just fill in the form on page 7 of this newsletter.
Annual Membership fees are $33
Concession Membership $22
Life-time Membership $1100
And of course donations are welcome anytime!
Adventures In Odyssey Fans
Meet the van Andle girls - they love Adventures In Odyssey and are very excited that their favourite program is now on weekdays. We received lovely letters from the girls about AIO and so we invited them to come visit the studio.
You’ll hear Bronte on the new Adventures In Odyssey promo telling you when to listen for the program.
New Programs
Riverside Country, with host Jason Farris, features popular Inspirational Country hits from today and chart-topper's from the past, plus the latest Gospel Country news, requests and dedications, prizes, and more! Each week a portion of the show is dedicated to a featured artist. You'll hear tracks from their latest album release, interesting personal info, and short interview clips. Also, once a month we count down the top hits in Christian Country music. Tune in for a great time! Starts Sat 9th February
Veggie Tales first burst onto the scene in 1993 and since then the videos have sold over 50 million copies. Now they are on the radio! So far there’s 13 stories which we will broadcast from 16th Feb each Saturday at 8am and 5:30pm.
Join Larry the Cucumber and Bob the Tomato for a rollicking good time as they encounter different characters from the Bible in their adventures.
Commencing 4th February - by popular demand - we will be once again broadcasting the entire Left Behind Series.
Come on the journey with Rayford Steele and Buck Williams as they encounter chaos, adventure, and faith among those who have been left behind.
Don’t miss Left Behind at 7am with repeats at 7pm and 10pm. Follow the series with the books - available from Life FM partner Christian Bookworld, Traralgon.
Production Assistants Needed
If you love working with audio and computers and desire to be a part of an exciting ministry that is making a difference in Gippsland then send us a letter and resume describing your attention to detail, technical savvy and previous experience with audio editing.
Sarah Possart is a media student at Monash and has been doing work experience with us. Sarah assists in program production and editing.
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