Public Affairs,
Attached is the updated news article I wrote concerning KOSI Radio station. Elder Bagley said you wanted a few more details and wanted subjects they discussed. I tried to add those things. I have no idea if this is what you want or need.
Attached also are the photos.  |
| Elder Bagley |
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| Elder Bryant |
Missionaries learn many new things on their mission….but
radio broadcasting???? Elder Higley
and Kamya, (Richards Bay, South Africa) were walking in town when they saw the
sign for a radio station, SHINE FM 104.0, and decided to stop in. They identified themselves and explained
what they were doing in South Africa.
After a few minutes of conversation, they offered to present a radio
program each week. Their offer was
quickly accepted.
In the beginning, the elders talked between songs or on
commercial breaks. Next, they were
moved to their own time period where they were interviewed by radio announcers. Soon, they had their very own radio
program. Each week they speak to youth
and the community on a different topic for 15 minutes. The station only notifies them 2 hours (or
less) before they go on air, of their topic, so they have very little time to
prepare. However, there is no script or
planned presentation. They must rely on
their gospel knowledge and the spirit. The
elders must keep the program moving quickly with back-and-forth
dialogue—because they are co-hosts on a live radio program. There is no opportunity to consult with each
other, rehearse or edit their performance. They are on KOSI 104.0 FM every
Tuesday between 4:00 and 4:30 PM.
“For the Strength of Youth” is one of their favorite
resources and they use it weekly. They
have covered chastity/teen pregnancy, word of wisdom/drugs, teen suicide, and
the value of education. During their
program on the word of wisdom, Elder Bagley, said he felt the spirit so
strongly. He felt the Lord gave them the words to say that day. Others
listening to the program agreed.
Lately, they answered the question, “How do we prepare
ourselves to meet God?” Elder Bagley and
Bryant shared their testimony on making wise choices and keeping our goals in
mind that will enable us to return and live with God. They encouraged the audience to develop a
personal relationship with God through daily prayer. This happens when we speak to him and listen
as he speaks to us. Last, they
mentioned the importance of serving others.
They had just spent the day painting the home of family in a nearby
township. Although their service blessed
this family, they felt so much joy as they served. They challenged those listening to look for
ways to serve others.
Elders Higley and Kamya have been transferred but the
program continues to grow with Elders LaFrance, Bagley, Kakar and Bryant. These elders have all stepped way out of
their comfort zones to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. They are developing new talents and
spreading their message.
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