Joy FM October 2025 Experiences

OCTOBER 2025

THE SPECIAL FUNDRAISING ADDITION!

J OY F M M E E T S G O A L A N D C E L E B R A T E S G O D ’ S B L E S S I N G S W I T H V O L U N T E E R S . S E E M O R

E ON PAGE

6!

Uplifting Messages From Listeners Right Song at the Right Time (This was from a dear sweet donor who is a long time listener and loves Joy FM!)

“If you don’t think you folks don’t play the right song at the right time, it’s incredible...I was leaving my doctor’s office this morning, teary as he is retiring, and this was my last visit. As I was leaving the parking lot you played ‘I’m not giving up!’ Joy FM always seems to play the right song at the right time..

Thank you so much for being there!!”

-Melanie Restrepo

UPLIFTING • ENCOURAGING • HOPEFUL • WORSHIPFUL • GROWTH

Meet Elliott!

This is Elliott, and he has to have his Joy FM on to sleep while Mama’s going to work. God bless y’all!

Elliott’s mama, Regina, told us that one day she was getting ready to leave for work and Elliott just kept whimpering. Finally she realized she hadn’t turned on Joy FM for him. As soon as she did, he went over and curled up to sleep.

OCTOBER 2025

Gold City Hits and Heritage Concert

Surprise Visit We had a surprise visit from two lovely ladies—Vicki and Cindy! Vicki, a longtime Joy FM listener from Texas, was visiting family in North Carolina and wanted to stop by to meet Wendy.

A while back, Wendy helped Vicki find a song she’d heard on Joy FM and even sent her a package with Joy FM swag and a lyric gift. Touched by the kindness, Vicki wanted to thank Wendy in person.

On October 12, John, Melody, and Meredith attended the Gold City Hits and Heritage concert in Mount Airy, NC. The concert featured Gold City, Joseph Habedank, and The Hoppers. John and Melody were able to welcome the crowd, and the Joy FM team loved getting to speak with so many listeners! It was a wonderful evening of dynamic music and fellowship!

Since Wendy is still recovering from surgery, I called her so she and Vicki could chat—it was such a sweet moment! Then I gave them a tour of the station. What began as a surprise visit became a truly special memory for us all.

UPLIFTING • ENCOURAGING • HOPEFUL • WORSHIPFUL • GROWTH

OCTOBER 2025

Our Volunteers are the Heartbeat of Joy FM Fundraisers wouldn’t be possible without the faithful support of our volunteers! They show up ready to serve—often putting in marathon shifts to help us reach hearts and homes with hope.

We’re beyond grateful for their dedication and servant hearts.

You are never too old for bubbles

ENJOY READING SOME OF THE STORIES & TESTIMONIES FROM OUR FALL FUNDRAISER

(Phone Call with Donna)

“Judy called in and gave in honor of Josh. She was having a down day when she heard him share something that really spoke to her and gave her so much hope and encouragement. It made her feel so good and of value.”

"Thank you John for this message. I love Joy Fm. I love everyone that works at Joy Fm. I'm not just saying this this station and all of y'all have kept me alive for the last two years since my child has passed your music. Your words has led me and guided me and helped me had the words of God encouraged me when I did not have nobody before I would let y'all leave the air I would give the other 7%. God bless you."

“Hi! I will definitely continue to pray for JOY FM. You guys are such an inspiration and blessing, from the on-air personalities to the programming, and of course the great uplifting music.”

"Thank you! Joy FM means alot to me. My husband has been gone almost 14 years and How Great Thou Art was his favorite song; in fact, he told me he wanted me to play that song at his funeral. Talk about hard! I did it though.

When I'm feeling down and missing him the station will play that song just at the right time. He was a Viet Nam veteran, Purple Heart recipient and died of lung cancer caused by Agent Orange. I always support your station and made 3 donations during your fund raiser. I will continue to support the station as long as I can. May God richly bless each of you and thank you for all the hard work to keep the station on the air."

“To God be the Glory for 100 % goal met! Pray for my wife & my health needs, that insurance will cover the procedures & medicines recommended.

God bless!”

“Thank you for your prayers. I’m riding around right now listening to JOY FM. What a blessing you guys are. Thank you so much for making each day better.”

A gift of congratulations from Helen

Thank you for praying for us and encouraging us through our fundraiser!

“God bless you all for what you do. I can’t tell you how much it means to be able to listen to gospel music every day while I’m working, driving my van and making deliveries. I couldn’t make it without my Lord and Joy FM. Thank you so much and God bless you all.”

“Thank you John for the kind words. I sincerely pray that many , or even just one soul, is saved having heard His message in the Words of a song heard as a result of Joy FM’s broadcasting. You and your staff are truly doing our Lord’s work and you will be Blessed for it.

About 12 years ago, Joy FM produced CD’s of the 15 most requested songs played that year and gave it to supporters for contributing funds for a day of programing. It was a wonderful gesture and one so appreciated. I still have that CD in my current car and listen to it often.

I am retired now but I will continue to support Joy FM and just know that I still get a Blessing and joy hearing about the love of Jesus through the words in the music you play. May God Bless you all.”

“Prayers for Joy staff, and that even one soul is saved today. You always are helping me for my heartbreak, as my daughter struggles. Your ministry works God’s love and grace. Thank you, Melody, and all of you.... “ “Joy FM is our favorite Christian Radio Station. Our main purpose in supporting you is in praying for lost souls to trust in God. Would like more preaching, but I know you have a schedule in which you do your daily programs.

May God continue to bless His ministry as you go forth daily to spread God's Word.”

ENJOY READING SOME OF THE STORIES & TESTIMONIES FROM OUR FALL FUNDRAISER

“Thanks for playing some good

old southern gospel music today.

We need more quartet music!”

805 podcast downloads Top Latest Episode

“Thank you for blessing people everywhere with the music!”

From Bear Encounters to Becoming Our Parents — Melody Chats with Kevin Williams LISTEN TO IT HERE

New Songs Added

The God You Are

by Sound Street

Thank God For Tomorrow

by Doug Anderson

311 app downloads

UPLIFTING • ENCOURAGING • HOPEFUL • WORSHIPFUL • GROWTH

We loved your captions!

OCTOBER 2025

Praying for you all and JOY FM. I leave my radio on JOY FM all the time — it keeps me going.”

Joy FM Donor, During Fall Fundraiser