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Congratulations to 88.3 Life FM in Bakersfield for sharing its $17,000 television advertising award with local nonprofits throughout the year, and to WHIF 91.3 Hope FM in Palatka for receiving a $5,000 Community Impact Grant to expand its outreach. These stories are a great reminder of the impact CMB Member Stations are making as they faithfully serve their communities.

To celebrate CMB Digital Day, we’ve released a free collection of professionally captured artist videos that your station can download and use across social media. Featuring artists like Anne Wilson, Megan Woods, and Patrick Mayberry, the collection includes everything from favorite Scriptures to fun behind-the-scenes moments, along with practical tips from Ryan Roach on how to maximize engagement.

Registration is now open for our fall lineup of events, including the all-new CMB Summit, Gold Member Gathering, and CMBU. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your leadership, strengthen your station, or connect with peers across Christian media, each event offers unique opportunities to learn, collaborate, and grow.

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– Dave Gordon, Senior Director – Market Manager, Northwestern Media

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– Tim Dukes, President, Hope Media Group

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– Amanda Bridle, Brand Manager / Graphic Designer, 91.3 WCSG

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Three longtime Christian radio leaders, Bill Ronning (Family Life Radio), Allen Power (Salem), and Steve Lawhon (WRBS) have each retired after decades of faithfully serving the industry, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, mentorship, and ministry that has shaped Christian radio for years.

Momentum’s highest-rated speaker, Steve Cuss, encouraged leaders to stay rooted in God’s presence and lead with calm, connection, and awareness in an increasingly reactive world. His message was the highest-rated presentation from Momentum 2026 and is available now through Momentum On Demand.

The latest industry trends offer encouraging news for Christian radio! Recent Radio Ink articles point to radio’s continued strength alongside streaming and reaffirm that trusted personalities—not just stations—are what build lasting listener loyalty. While technology continues to change, these insights serve as a timely reminder that people remain at the center of Christian radio’s impact.

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– Jess Hart, Program Director, Spirit 92.9

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Tyler has spent his career in radio, serving in a variety of roles from programming to hosting in major markets including Pittsburgh, Nashville, Los Angeles and Portland.

“I want to thank Chuck for his willingness to step into this new role and for his continued commitment to Family Life Radio,” said Adam Biddell, chief broadcast officer for FLR. “I am also grateful to Bill for his dedication and service as he prepares for retirement.”

During the transition, as FLR seeks a replacement for the program director position, Mike Kankelfritz, director of broadcast content, will continue to lead the ministry’s programming vision, content development and on-air strategy.

Those interested in learning more about the open position may visit myflr.org/careers.

About Family Life Radio
Family Life Radio is a ministry of Intentional Life Media and operates 36 signals in 11 states with an expanding worldwide online audience. The Intentional Living radio program is heard nationwide and conducts marriage and family events throughout the year. For more information, visit myflr.organd theintentionallife.com.

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– Jarrod Gräetz, Audienceologist, The Äudience Company

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But there’s another meaning.

In code, everything that follows the symbol belongs to what came before it. What comes next is part of something larger than itself. 

As broadcasters, programmers, leaders, and storytellers, that’s the question we should be asking ourselves: What comes next? Not what inspired us. Not what challenged us. Not what we learned. What will we do because of it?

Our community is no stranger to uncertainty. Every year brings new technology, new platforms, and new predictions about what will replace us.

Yet one message continues to surface:

The greatest threat to radio is not technology.

It’s settling. Settling for outdated playbooks. Settling for safe content. Settling for assumptions about our audience. Settling for the belief that our best days are behind us.

Let’s reject that narrative. Because while the world is changing, people are still searching. They are searching for hope. Searching for belonging. Searching for meaning. Searching for truth.

Gen Z is showing renewed interest in faith. College campuses are experiencing revival. Young adults are asking deeper questions and looking for authentic answers. They are searching for something real.

The challenge for broadcasters is simple: Will we be ready when they tune in? Will we continue creating content for the audience we used to have, or will we learn how to connect with the audience God is bringing us today? Will we spend our energy defending radio, or demonstrating its value? Will we focus on preserving what was, or building what could be?

Innovation begins long before technology. It begins with courage…the courage to try something new, to tell better stories, to rethink assumptions, and to create content that connects rather than content that merely fills space.

People don’t need more content. They need more connection. 

In a world overflowing with information, authentic human connection has become increasingly rare and increasingly valuable.

That’s where radio still shines. Because a trusted voice, a meaningful story, and hope still matters. And because listeners are looking for more than entertainment. They’re looking for someone who understands them.

Consider this:

What is one thing you need to stop doing because it’s no longer serving your mission?

What is one risk you’ve been afraid to take?

What is one listener you’re not reaching today?

What is one story waiting to be told?

What is one conversation God is inviting you to have?

Because the future of Christian radio will be built by the people who are willing to change. The greater than symbol does not compare. It points forward, marks a threshold, and signals that something new is about to be revealed. 

We believe that God’s plans for our industry are far greater than what we can imagine. The greater than symbol points forward. So should we.

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