PORTLAND, Maine — The Presence Radio Network, Maine’s only Catholic radio network, will hold the “Light in the Darkness” pledge drive March 9-12 to raise money for the network’s seven radio stations across the state, including locally in Presque Isle and Fort Kent. The Presence is a non-profit, non-commercial, independent lay apostolate that relies on the gifts of listeners as a crucial funding source.
The pledge drive will air today through Friday, March 11, from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. and on Saturday, March 12, from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Bishop Robert P. Deeley will celebrate Mass live on the air Friday at 8 a.m.
A variety of guests will make appearances during the four-day event, including over 15 priests from the Diocese of Portland. The airing of testimonials from listeners who have been affected by the network’s programming will also highlight its impact.
“We will be sharing many stories from listeners and building awareness of the importance of Catholic radio. Now, more than ever, it is important to have a clear, strong, Catholic voice broadcasting the good news of Jesus Christ and the Church he founded, 24 hours a day,” said Cynthia Nickless, the network’s executive director.
“By the grace of God, the Presence Radio Network has impacted countless people in Maine, including Catholics who have returned to the Church after years away, people who want to learn more about the faith, and people simply in need of solace, guidance, and enthusiasm,” said Bishop Deeley. “I look forward to thanking the donors for their generosity in helping the network remain strong and growing.”
In Aroostook County, the network can be heard on 1390 AM in Presque Isle and on 97.5 in Fort Kent. It is also available online at www.thepresence.fm, on smartphones by downloading the Presence Radio app, or by calling (605) 475-8037 to listen via cell phone.
Other stations are 90.3 FM in Greater Bangor, 106.7 FM in Greater Portland, 105.7 in the Springvale/Sanford area, 89.7 FM in the Brunswick/Bath area and 89.5 FM in Greater Augusta. Donations can be made by calling (207) 689-9939 or at www.thepresenceradio.org/donate-now.
To view the schedule of guests for the “Light in the Darkness” Pledge Drive, visit www.thepresenceradio.org/2016-spring-pledge-drive.
