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==History== ==History==
Radio broadcasts by the Assemblies of Yahweh began in 1966 and they were called the ''Sacred Name Broadcast''. ], the ] of the Assemblies of Yahweh at the time, wanted to find a way of completing the ] of {{bibleverse|Matthew|28:19-20}} without having to resort to the expensive outreach of using commercial radio stations. After some discussion with the brethren of the Assemblies of Yahweh, they decided that having a radio station of their own would be very advantageous<ref name="SNB, May 2018"/> to the ministry. They came to the conclusion that ] was strategically placed for sending radio signals throughout the earth, as they could cover much of the earth's landmass from their position.<ref name="SNB, May 2018"/> ] initiated the Assemblies of Yahweh ministry through a radio ministry in 1966. These broadcasts were called the ''Sacred Name Broadcast''. In the years following, Elder Jacob O. Meyer discussed with the brethren of the ] the possibility of completing the ] of {{bibleverse|Matthew|28:19-20}} without having to resort to the expensive outreach of using commercial radio stations. It was decided that having a radio station of their own would be advantageous <ref name="SNB, May 2018"/> to the ministry. They came to the conclusion that ] was strategically placed for sending radio signals throughout the earth, as they could cover much of the earth's landmass from their position.<ref name="SNB, May 2018"/>


In 1981, the ] bought a 50,000-watt radio transmitter which was converted into a tool for ] broadcasting. From this point onwards, the Assemblies of Yahweh began to build their own radio station in order to "proclaim Yahweh's Truth".<ref>{{cite web|last=Meyer|first=Jacob|title=Assemblies of Yahweh site (Proclaiming Yahweh's Truth To The World)|url=http://www.assembliesofyahweh.com|work=Assemblies of Yahweh|access-date=May 13, 2011}}</ref> Two prominent members of the Assemblies of Yahweh were hired to work on this project, both in the dismantling and rebuilding of WMLK. One of those individuals was chief engineer ] Gary McAvin<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.lammandwitman.com/obituary/gavin-mcavin | title=Obituary for Gavin e. McAvin at Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Inc }}</ref> who, after moving to Bethel with his family has continued to work on the transmitter for more than 40 years. In 1981, the ] bought a 50,000-watt radio transmitter which was converted into a tool for ] broadcasting. From this point onwards, the Assemblies of Yahweh began to build their own radio station in order to "proclaim Yahweh's Truth".<ref>{{cite web|last=Meyer|first=Jacob|title=Assemblies of Yahweh site (Proclaiming Yahweh's Truth To The World)|url=http://www.assembliesofyahweh.com|work=Assemblies of Yahweh|access-date=May 13, 2011}}</ref> Two prominent members of the Assemblies of Yahweh were hired to work on this project, both in the dismantling and rebuilding of WMLK. One of those individuals was chief engineer ] Gary McAvin<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.lammandwitman.com/obituary/gavin-mcavin | title=Obituary for Gavin e. McAvin at Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Inc }}</ref> who, after moving to Bethel with his family has continued to work on the transmitter for more than 40 years.

The history of the old WMLK transmitter dates back to 1985, when they began broadcasting on shortwave using an RCA BTA-50G <ref name="Heritage">{{cite web |last1=Butera |first1=Martin |title=Shortwave Station WMLK |url=https://www.radioheritage.com/shortwave-station-wmlk/ |website=Radio Heritage |access-date=6 September 2023}}</ref>. These transmitter models were first produced by RCA in 1947. WMLK's transmitter had to be specially modified to be able to transmit in the station's allocated shortwave frequency spectrum. Reports show that the station was heard on every continent in the world and interest was generated in the ministry. In 2017, a long project was undertaken by the ministry to buy a new transmitter. The new shortwave transmitter would now be manufactured by the Ampegon company and would be of high power from 300 to 450 kW. Ampegon's state-of-the-art transmitter features several improvements to the last transmitter including a high performance PSM power supply, the latest filtering technology and an intuitive control system, called UCS, which allows the entire transmitter to be operated from a single touch screen, or even remotely over the internet <ref name="Heritage"></ref>.

The task of installing this transmitter was not easy. The transmitter required a different power supply, a complex cooling system and a chiller unit.

In June 2022, WMLK returned to the air.


{{blockquote| That they may know that thou alone, whose name is Yahweh, {{blockquote| That they may know that thou alone, whose name is Yahweh,
Art the Most High over all the earth. | Psalm 83:18 | The Assemblies of Yahweh used this scripture on their WMLK site}} Art the Most High over all the earth. | Psalm 83:18 | The Assemblies of Yahweh used this scripture on their WMLK site}}


==The Elijah message==
==Shofar==
The plans for WMLK's large antenna revealed the shape of a trumpet or '']''' ({{lang-he|שופר}}).<ref name="SNB, May 2018"/> These steel posts (once sign posts), hoist the WMLK antennas skyward, standing over a busy ]. The Assemblies of Yahweh believe that this is a fulfilment of the prophecy found in {{bibleref2|Jeremiah|31:21}} where it talks about making ‘guide-posts’ toward the highway. The plans for WMLK's large antenna revealed the shape of a trumpet or '']''' ({{lang-he|שופר}}).<ref name="SNB, May 2018"/> These steel posts (once sign posts), hoist the WMLK antennas skyward, standing over a busy ]. The Assemblies of Yahweh believe that this is a fulfillment of the prophecy found in {{bibleref2|Jeremiah|31:21}} where it talks about making ‘guide-posts’ toward the highway. The steel posts used to hoist the antenna grid in the air were recycled from sign posts used on the interstate highway. The message of these radio broadcasts is considered to be the Elijah message. The Bible refers to an Elijah that would make its appearance before the return of the Messiah in {{bibleref2|Malachi|4:5}} and in {{bibleref2|Mark|9:12}}. The Assemblies of Yahweh point out that Elijah means My El (El) is Yahweh (Jah). Elijah was very zealous for the exclusivity in the worship of ] in {{bibleref2|1Kings|19:14}}and in the competition at Mount Carmel, he repaired or restored the worship of Yahweh.


{{Blockquote| 4 Remember the law of Moses my servant, which I commanded to him in Horeb for all Israel, even statutes and ordinances. 5 Behold, I will send you EliYah the prophet before the great and terrible day of Yahweh comes. 6 And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers; lest I come and strike the earth with a curse. | The Sacred Scriptures Bethel Edition }}
{{blockquote|Set yourself up waymarks, make yourself guideposts ; set your heart toward the highway, even the way by which you went: turn again, O virgin of Israel, turn again to these your cities.|Jeremiah 31:21}} Meyer took this as symbolising the voice of Yahweh going out in to the world like the blowing of the ] in Biblical times.<ref name="SNB, May 2018"/>
The steel posts used to hoist the antenna grid in the air were recycled from sign posts used on the interstate highway. According to ] reports, WMLK has required much sacrificial dedication from the leadership, and is often referred to as the "Messenger of Truth".<ref>{{cite journal|last=Meyer|first=Jacob|journal=The Sacred Name Broadcaster|date=June 1988}}</ref> In 1985 the ] (FCC) license was granted, and later authorized the station to increase power.<ref>{{cite web |url= http://www.fcc.gov/Bureaus/International/Public_Notices/2001/pnin0184.pdf
|title= Public Notices |access-date=October 6, 2007|author= FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
|date= April 19, 2001 |work= RE: APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FOR FILING
|publisher= FCC}}</ref>


The Assemblies of Yahweh proclaim the necessity of keeping the commandments of Yahweh, and using the correct Name for the Almighty and the Messiah. This forms a stark contrast against Christianity which deems none of these things important for our salvation.
{{Blockquote| Today there is the voice of a messenger from Almighty Yahweh flying through the air. That radio signal is going forth powerfully and penetrating into a growing number of countries of the world. The voice of warning is heard in many different places where literature and other mediums of outreach cannot go. But, now Yahweh receives the glory all over the earth! Are you preparing yourself for the culmination of the age? | }}


The Assemblies of Yahweh believe that the radio signal is in Yahweh's hands, to push the signal where he pleases, claiming that Yahweh is in control of the ionosphere. Because this message goes across internationally to many countries in mid-heaven, the Assemblies of Yahweh have compared the signal to the angel mentioned in Revelation 14:6-7 which travels in mid-heaven proclaiming the Good News. They note that the angel is commanding "7 Fear Yahweh, and give him glory; for the hour of his judgment has come: and worship him that made the heaven and the earth and sea and fountains of waters." (Sacred Scriptures Bethel Edition). The term 'god' is used in most translations, however, the Assemblies of Yahweh believe the Name was removed from the New Testament and they have restored it to it's rightful place.
==A new transmitter in 2020==
The Assemblies of Yahweh have now contracted the same company which built the 250,000-watt BBC transmitter to build a new model which will enable the ministry to broadcast at up to 300,000 watts.<ref name="SNB, May 2018"/> Technological advances to the new antenna will mean not only will the audio clarity be improved but the cost to transmit will be much lower also. The Assemblies of Yahweh have prepared a building for the new instrument and so far has been prepared in Switzerland and has been shipped to the shores of the U.S in 2021. The ministry has assembled the transmitter and will be broadcasting beginning June 20, 2022. The Assemblies of Yahweh is hoping to acquire the necessary funds to be able to finance this project.


{{Blockquote| Today there is the voice of a messenger from Almighty Yahweh flying through the air. That radio signal is going forth powerfully and penetrating into a growing number of countries of the world. The voice of warning is heard in many different places where literature and other mediums of outreach cannot go. But, now Yahweh receives the glory all over the earth! Are you preparing yourself for the culmination of the age? | This appeared on the old WMLK site }}
===Sermons===
The station has been used for broadcasting sermon and Bible studies across the globe, proclaiming the message of Yahweh: ] and obedience to the Biblical Law ({{bibleverse||1John|3:4}}). {{blockquote| Everyone who commits sin also transgresses the law, for sin is the transgression of the law | 1 John 3:4}} According to the SNB magazine ''(June 1988)'', the key targeted areas were Europe and the Middle East,<ref>http://www.wmlkradio.net/times.html</ref> but the signal waves are not limited and reach far and wide. At present, audiences from 120 countries have responded.<ref>(11/1999 ed) Meyer, Jacob</ref>


==The future plans==
==Other radio stations airing The Sacred Name broadcast==
The Assemblies of Yahweh are broadcasting WMLK on shortwave radio 6 days a week on 9275 kHZ between 17:00 - 22:00 GMT (1:00 - 6:00 PM EDST). They also utilize the frequency 15150 kHZ betweeen 0400 - 0900 GMT (12 midnight to 5 AM EDST). WMLK radio can also be heard online on the site WMLKradio.com 24/7. The Assemblies of Yahweh believe that one of the first steps to salvation is to listen to the messages (Mark 12:29). As a result, they place great emphasis on listening to these messages. WMLK radio is also hoped to be broadcast digitally in the future.
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=== Current stations === == Radio broadcasts==
The Assemblies of Yahweh are a small organization, but they are constantly trying to spread the message as far as possible in order to get the message out to as many people as possible before what they consider to be impending judgement. Here is a list of some of the channels they broadcast the ''Sacred Name Broadcast'' on for radio. They also broadcast on television.
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{| class="wikitable"
===West Indies===
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* DBS Radio (Dominica) ''88.1 FM''
==Radio==
* Radio GBN (Grenada) ''535''
===Atlantic===
* Guyana Radio Roraima ''760''
====West Indies====
* Radio St. Lucia ''660''
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* Radio PJD2 (St. Maarten) ''1300''
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* Trinidad Radio Power ''102.5''
DBS Radio (Dominica) ''88.1 FM''
<small>Sunday 9:00-9:30 AM</small>
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WeeFM Radio (Grenada) ''93.3''
<small>Sunday 8:30-9:00 AM</small>
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Guyana Radio Roraima ''760''
<small>Sunday 6:00-6:30 AM</small>
|-
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Radio St. Lucia ''660''
<small>Sunday 6:00-6:30 AM</small>
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Radio PJD2 (St. Maarten) ''1300''
<small>Sunday 5:30-6:00 AM</small>
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Trinidad Radio Power ''102.5''
<small>Sunday 6:45-7:00 AM</small>
|}


{| class="wikitable"
===Eastern===
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* ] ''1170''
* ] ''1530''


===Central=== === Eastern ===
* ] ''1330 AM''
* ] ''650 AM''


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! Pennsylvania !! West Virginia !! Ohio
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WWSM ''1510, Lebanon''
<small>Sunday 7:30-8:00 AM</small>
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] ''1170, Wheeling''
<small>Friday 10:00-10:30 PM (also streamed)</small>
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] ''1530, Cincinnati''
<small>Sunday 6:30-7:00 AM</small>
|}


{| class="wikitable"
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===Central ===
|-
! Texas !! Tennessee
|-
| ] ''1330 AM''
<small>Sunday 8:00-8:30 AM</small>
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] ''650 AM Nashville''

<small>Sunday 5:30-6:00 AM</small>
|}

{| class="wikitable"
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===Western=== ===Western===
|-
* ] ''1640 AM''
! California
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| ] ''1640 AM San Francisco Bay Area''
<small>Sunday 6:00-6:30 AM</small>
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===Philippines=== ===Philippines===
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* DWNW ''756''
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* DXCC ''828''
DWNW ''756, Bicol Region''
* DXWG ''855''
<small>Sunday 6:00-6:30 AM</small>
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DXCC ''828, Cagayan de Oro City''
<small>Sunday 6:30-6:45 AM</small>
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DXWG ''855, Iligan City''
<small>Sunday 6:00-6:15 PM</small>
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===Nigeria=== ===Nigeria===
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*Bayelsa State Radio ''97.1 FM''
*Rivers States Ray Power Radio ''105.5 FM'' | Bayelsa State Radio ''97.1 FM'' || Rivers States Ray Power Radio ''105.5 FM'' || Abia State Radio ''88.1 FM''
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*Abia State Radio ''88.1 FM''
*Benue State Radio ''95.0 FM'' | Benue State Radio ''95.0 FM'' || Rock City Radio ''101.9 FM'' || Invicta Radio, Kaduna ''98.9 FM''
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*Rock City Radio ''101.9 FM''

*Invicta Radio, Kaduna ''98.9 FM''
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==See also== ==See also==

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Radio station in Bethel, Pennsylvania
WMLK
Broadcast areaBethel, Pennsylvania
Worldwide
Frequency9.275 MHz
Ownership
OwnerAssemblies of Yahweh
History
First air date1981
Call sign meaningW (radio station in the United States east of the Mississippi River) MaLaK (consonants in the word “malak”.
Technical information
Power300 kilowatts
Links
WebcastWMLK Streaming
Websitewww.wmlkradio.net

WMLK (9.275 MHz) is a shortwave radio station in Bethel, Pennsylvania owned by the Assemblies of Yahweh. WMLK derives its callsign from MLK, representing the consonants of the Hebrew word "malak" (מַלְאָךְ) meaning a "messenger" or angel. A different vocalisation of the word will also yield the definition salt.

History

Elder Jacob O. Meyer initiated the Assemblies of Yahweh ministry through a radio ministry in 1966. These broadcasts were called the Sacred Name Broadcast. In the years following, Elder Jacob O. Meyer discussed with the brethren of the Assemblies of Yahweh the possibility of completing the Great Commission of Matthew 28:19–20 without having to resort to the expensive outreach of using commercial radio stations. It was decided that having a radio station of their own would be advantageous to the ministry. They came to the conclusion that Bethel was strategically placed for sending radio signals throughout the earth, as they could cover much of the earth's landmass from their position.

In 1981, the Assemblies of Yahweh bought a 50,000-watt radio transmitter which was converted into a tool for shortwave broadcasting. From this point onwards, the Assemblies of Yahweh began to build their own radio station in order to "proclaim Yahweh's Truth". Two prominent members of the Assemblies of Yahweh were hired to work on this project, both in the dismantling and rebuilding of WMLK. One of those individuals was chief engineer Deacon Gary McAvin who, after moving to Bethel with his family has continued to work on the transmitter for more than 40 years.

The history of the old WMLK transmitter dates back to 1985, when they began broadcasting on shortwave using an RCA BTA-50G . These transmitter models were first produced by RCA in 1947. WMLK's transmitter had to be specially modified to be able to transmit in the station's allocated shortwave frequency spectrum. Reports show that the station was heard on every continent in the world and interest was generated in the ministry. In 2017, a long project was undertaken by the ministry to buy a new transmitter. The new shortwave transmitter would now be manufactured by the Ampegon company and would be of high power from 300 to 450 kW. Ampegon's state-of-the-art transmitter features several improvements to the last transmitter including a high performance PSM power supply, the latest filtering technology and an intuitive control system, called UCS, which allows the entire transmitter to be operated from a single touch screen, or even remotely over the internet .

The task of installing this transmitter was not easy. The transmitter required a different power supply, a complex cooling system and a chiller unit.

In June 2022, WMLK returned to the air.

That they may know that thou alone, whose name is Yahweh, Art the Most High over all the earth.

— Psalm 83:18, The Assemblies of Yahweh used this scripture on their WMLK site

The Elijah message

The plans for WMLK's large antenna revealed the shape of a trumpet or shofar' (Template:Lang-he). These steel posts (once sign posts), hoist the WMLK antennas skyward, standing over a busy Interstate Route 78. The Assemblies of Yahweh believe that this is a fulfillment of the prophecy found in Jeremiah 31:21 where it talks about making ‘guide-posts’ toward the highway. The steel posts used to hoist the antenna grid in the air were recycled from sign posts used on the interstate highway. The message of these radio broadcasts is considered to be the Elijah message. The Bible refers to an Elijah that would make its appearance before the return of the Messiah in Malachi 4:5 and in Mark 9:12. The Assemblies of Yahweh point out that Elijah means My El (El) is Yahweh (Jah). Elijah was very zealous for the exclusivity in the worship of Yahweh in 1Kings 19:14and in the competition at Mount Carmel, he repaired or restored the worship of Yahweh.

4 Remember the law of Moses my servant, which I commanded to him in Horeb for all Israel, even statutes and ordinances. 5 Behold, I will send you EliYah the prophet before the great and terrible day of Yahweh comes. 6 And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers; lest I come and strike the earth with a curse.

— The Sacred Scriptures Bethel Edition

The Assemblies of Yahweh proclaim the necessity of keeping the commandments of Yahweh, and using the correct Name for the Almighty and the Messiah. This forms a stark contrast against Christianity which deems none of these things important for our salvation.

The Assemblies of Yahweh believe that the radio signal is in Yahweh's hands, to push the signal where he pleases, claiming that Yahweh is in control of the ionosphere. Because this message goes across internationally to many countries in mid-heaven, the Assemblies of Yahweh have compared the signal to the angel mentioned in Revelation 14:6-7 which travels in mid-heaven proclaiming the Good News. They note that the angel is commanding "7 Fear Yahweh, and give him glory; for the hour of his judgment has come: and worship him that made the heaven and the earth and sea and fountains of waters." (Sacred Scriptures Bethel Edition). The term 'god' is used in most translations, however, the Assemblies of Yahweh believe the Name was removed from the New Testament and they have restored it to it's rightful place.

Today there is the voice of a messenger from Almighty Yahweh flying through the air. That radio signal is going forth powerfully and penetrating into a growing number of countries of the world. The voice of warning is heard in many different places where literature and other mediums of outreach cannot go. But, now Yahweh receives the glory all over the earth! Are you preparing yourself for the culmination of the age?

— This appeared on the old WMLK site

The future plans

The Assemblies of Yahweh are broadcasting WMLK on shortwave radio 6 days a week on 9275 kHZ between 17:00 - 22:00 GMT (1:00 - 6:00 PM EDST). They also utilize the frequency 15150 kHZ betweeen 0400 - 0900 GMT (12 midnight to 5 AM EDST). WMLK radio can also be heard online on the site WMLKradio.com 24/7. The Assemblies of Yahweh believe that one of the first steps to salvation is to listen to the messages (Mark 12:29). As a result, they place great emphasis on listening to these messages. WMLK radio is also hoped to be broadcast digitally in the future.

Radio broadcasts

The Assemblies of Yahweh are a small organization, but they are constantly trying to spread the message as far as possible in order to get the message out to as many people as possible before what they consider to be impending judgement. Here is a list of some of the channels they broadcast the Sacred Name Broadcast on for radio. They also broadcast on television.

Radio

Atlantic

West Indies

DBS Radio (Dominica) 88.1 FM Sunday 9:00-9:30 AM

WeeFM Radio (Grenada) 93.3 Sunday 8:30-9:00 AM

Guyana Radio Roraima 760 Sunday 6:00-6:30 AM

Radio St. Lucia 660 Sunday 6:00-6:30 AM

Radio PJD2 (St. Maarten) 1300 Sunday 5:30-6:00 AM

Trinidad Radio Power 102.5 Sunday 6:45-7:00 AM

Eastern
Pennsylvania West Virginia Ohio

WWSM 1510, Lebanon Sunday 7:30-8:00 AM

WWVA 1170, Wheeling Friday 10:00-10:30 PM (also streamed)

WCKY 1530, Cincinnati Sunday 6:30-7:00 AM

Central
Texas Tennessee
KCKM 1330 AM

Sunday 8:00-8:30 AM

WSM 650 AM Nashville

Sunday 5:30-6:00 AM

Western
California
KDIA 1640 AM San Francisco Bay Area

Sunday 6:00-6:30 AM

Philippines

DWNW 756, Bicol Region Sunday 6:00-6:30 AM

DXCC 828, Cagayan de Oro City Sunday 6:30-6:45 AM

DXWG 855, Iligan City Sunday 6:00-6:15 PM

Nigeria
Bayelsa State Radio 97.1 FM Rivers States Ray Power Radio 105.5 FM Abia State Radio 88.1 FM
Benue State Radio 95.0 FM Rock City Radio 101.9 FM Invicta Radio, Kaduna 98.9 FM

See also

References

  1. ^ Meyer, Jacob (May 2018). "Radio Station WMLK" (PDF). The Sacred Name Broadcaster. Bethel, PA: Assemblies of Yahweh. pp. 16–21. Retrieved December 5, 2019.
  2. Meyer, Jacob. "Assemblies of Yahweh site (Proclaiming Yahweh's Truth To The World)". Assemblies of Yahweh. Retrieved May 13, 2011.
  3. "Obituary for Gavin e. McAvin at Lamm & Witman Funeral Home, Inc".
  4. ^ Butera, Martin. "Shortwave Station WMLK". Radio Heritage. Retrieved September 6, 2023.

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