Hour of Harvest Newsletter October 2026
Margaret’s Message:
A History of Hour of Harvest, Inc.
October 18, 2026, marks 44 years of remembering the faithfulness of God and the faithful people He has used to establish, support, and sustain Hour of Harvest Ministries.
From the very beginning, this ministry has been built on faith—trusting the Lord day by day to provide whatever was needed. Through the years, God has faithfully supplied, and His people have faithfully responded. Because of that partnership of faith, prayer, sacrifice, and service, Hour of Harvest has persevered and continued its mission of sharing the Gospel.
In the early years, there was very little money available, so much of the work had to be done by volunteers. Singers, ministers, telephone operators, prayer warriors, cooks, maintenance workers, and countless others gave their time and talents to help establish the ministry. Some were able to serve in person, while others supported the work from their own homes through prayer and financial sacrifice.
Many gave far more than anyone could have expected. One such example was Liza, who rented out her own home and sent the proceeds to help support the ministry. Her sacrifice is just one of many stories that remind us of the dedication and love people had for this work.
In those early days, the ministry even purchased radios and distributed them to people so they could listen to the Hour of Harvest broadcasts. For some, those radios became a treasured connection to the Gospel. My Aunt Emma, for example, would carefully wrap her radio every night and place it underneath her bed to keep it safe.
Through those broadcasts, people heard the message of Jesus Christ, and lives were changed. Many accepted the Lord into their hearts after hearing the Gospel through the ministry. Some of those precious people have since gone on to be with Jesus.
As we celebrate this anniversary, we want to remember all those who helped Hour of Harvest in any way—those who prayed, gave, worked, sang, preached, cooked, answered telephones, supported the broadcasts, and encouraged the ministry along the way. Most importantly, we remember with gratitude those whose lives were changed through the Gospel.
Their stories are part of the history of Hour of Harvest, and their faithfulness should never be forgotten.
Celebrating Through Story
During the month of October, we plan to begin each nightly service with a special time of “Story Time.” We want to share memories and stories from the past and celebrate the people who helped make this ministry what it is today.
If you have been part of Hour of Harvest for many years, we invite you to send a special anniversary gift and to call in with words of encouragement, memories, or stories about someone you know who helped the ministry.
Every story matters. Every prayer mattered. Every gift mattered. Every act of service mattered.
This year, we will not be having a telethon, so we especially appreciate those who feel led to help support the ministry as we continue reaching people with the Gospel.
Reaching the World
Today, Hour of Harvest Ministries continues the mission that began so many years ago: to proclaim the Gospel and reach people with the message of Jesus Christ.
While the methods of broadcasting have changed dramatically—from radios in people’s homes, to radio and television, and now to internet streaming—the message has remained the same.
What began with a small group of faithful people trusting God has grown into a ministry capable of reaching people far beyond the communities where it first began.
Today, with an increasing emphasis on streaming and digital outreach, Hour of Harvest Ministries is reaching people around the world.
As we look back over the years, we can truly say that God has been faithful.
We remember those who came before us.
We honor those who gave sacrificially.
We celebrate those whose lives were changed.
And we thank God for every person who has had a part in the story of Hour of Harvest.
The story is not simply about a ministry.
It is a story of faith.
It is a story of sacrifice.
It is a story of answered prayer.
And above all, it is a story of the faithfulness of God.
As we celebrate this anniversary, may we never forget where we came from, those who helped along the way, or the One who has made it all possible.
To God be the glory for what He has done, what He is doing, and what He will continue to do through Hour of Harvest Ministries.
Margaret
Hour of Harvest Guest List for October:
1 – The Hampton Family
2 – The Messengers
3 – Kindra Cole & New Harvest
5 – The Gospel Train
6 – Gloryland Baptist Church
8 – Buddy & Janice Mullins
9 – Kyle & Vernon
10 – Family Legacy
12 – The Sons Family
13 – Tommy Hall & the Sunlighters
15 – Rahab’s Rope
16 – Blessed Hope
17 – Bethel Baptist Praise Team
19 – JJ Marshall & the Servants of God
20 – Virda Holland
22 – Helen Lewis Bluegrass Gospel
23 – Tracy Haycraft & New Creation
24 – Anchor Point Church of God
26 – White Dove Ministries
27 – Lonnie & Edith King
29 – Kraus Noble & The Sizemore Family
30 – Tarr Ridge Union Church
31 – Redeemed
Guests are subject to change. Tune in to WLJC at 7pm-8pm nightly or watch on the web at www.hourofharvest.com. Call in your prayer request or pledge to (606) 464-4250 or (859) 469-7482 or email wljc@wljc.com
Hour of Harvest Ministries Timeline
1953 – The ministry began at a small church in Torrent, KY reaching a handful of people
1954 – A vision to start a radio ministry was revealed
1963 – The groundwork was formed and money raised to start a radio station
1965 – WLJC FM went on the air
1974 – WBFC AM went on the air and further increased the number of people reached
1982 – WBFC was sold to allow the ministry to add a TV station
1982 – WLJC analog TV went on the air. This was the first Christian TV station in Kentucky
2003 – WLJC digital TV went on the air. This greatly increased the number of people reached
2011 – WOCS FM was acquired and renamed WEBF
Presently, with an emphasis on streaming and your support, Hour of Harvest Ministries is reaching people around the world
Testimonials:
Margaret,
WLJC is my church and I am so thankful that I can tune in day or night. I am so blessed by the programs.
Donna, Edinburgh, IN
Margaret,
I want to thank you for all the prayers you have proclaimed to God for me and my family. We have been blessed so many times and ways.
Betty, KY
Margaret,
Thank you for all the good work you do spreading the Gospel. I watch your program every night I can. God bless you and the staff for all you do.
Donna, Flemingsburg, KY
In Memory of:
In memory of mom Ethel Little from Bobby Tackett
In memory of husband J.C. Collins from Barbara Collins
In memory of Joan Spurlock from Nora Scarberry
In memory of Edna Cushman Huston from Jack and Lynny Huston
In memory of Jessie and Ethel Anderson, Tom Anderson and Ralph Wells from Carolyn Webb
In memory of Josephine Gribbins from William Gribbins
In memory of husband Joe, mom Bertha and dad Robert from Helen Blankenship
In memory of Ellis and Myrtle Wagner from Herman Wagner
In memory of dad Donald Moreland from Linda Miller
In memory of Jackie Preston from Judy Preston
In memory of Brenda Wagner from Herman Wagner
In memory of husband Ray Workman from Ruth Workman
In memory of mother Margret Willine Reynolds from Lowell Fields
In memory of Ms.Thelma from Madison County from Timothy Foster
In memory of husband David and son Harold from Mervin Fraley
In memory of Theron Bentley from Mattie Bentley
Connect with Hour of Harvest:
Contact us:
Hour of Harvest
P.O. BOX Y
BEATTYVILLE, KY. 41311
Prayer Line: (606) 464-4250
(859) 469-7482
Office Line:
(606) 464-3600
Email:wljc@wljc.com
Website: www.hourofharvest.com
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Mission Statement:
The Hour of Harvest, Inc. is a nonprofit, nondenominational organization dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The mission of Hour of Harvest is to broadcast the Gospel in song and spoken word to reach as many people as possible for Christ. Hour of Harvest is funded primarily by contributions from viewers like you. All gifts are income tax deductible.
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