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LISTNEWS OF THE GOSPEL BROADCASTING MISSION

Walter and Mainie Coble, Founders

January - February 1969

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January - February 1969 No. 70Listen is published bi-monthly by

the Gospel Broadcasting Mission, Box199, LaCrosse, Wis. 54601. Publicationaddress: 17359 7 1st Court, Tinley Park,111. 60477. Second Class postage paid,Tinley Park, 111.

THE GOSPEL

BROADCASTING MISSION

Box 199, LaCrosse, Wis. 54601

Cloyd and Helen ChristmanBurdett and Elaine Wakeman

Walter and Ardis Leeper

BROADCASTING OVER

• RADIO LUXSMeOURQ • RADIO MONACO

• I D ADDCN-L AO OS, NIGER! A • T A1 P EI, T A IWA N• SEOUL, KCPEA • MANX. ENGLAND

• MANILA, PHILIPPINES

DIRECTOR'S DOIN'SThe Apostle Paul said, . . For

we know not how to pray as we ought. . Romans 8:26. It is so difficult tofind the proper words to express ourthanks and praise to the HeavenlyFather. But, in spite of our infirmities,the Spirit helps us by taking the groan-ings of our heart and expressing them tothe Father. God has been good to usduring the past year, having blessed usfar above that which we deserve. We

thank Him for keeping us safe in thehollow of His hand and answering ourmany prayers.

September 30th, I climbed into the"Gospel Chariot" and headed west topartake in the "Northwest School ofMissions." After four days and threenights, I arrived in Cottage Grove,Oregon. Five other missionaries and Iwere given instructions, a check tocover our traveling expenses, a challenge to do our best, and sent prayer

fully on our way to five pre-plannedareas in Washington, Oregon and Idaho.

We spoke six nights a week for fourweeks. This did not include the specialmeetings for which we were asked tospeak. During the fifth and final weekwe spoke four nights and then took turnsat preaching in Portland for the closingconference. On the closing night eachmissionary was presented with a checkin the amount of $1,000, which wasfrom the offerings during the week.LaVerne Morse was the special speakerat the Portland conference, and he dida fine job of challenging us on the scopeof world evangelism.

fieri 'Iliumas and Cloyd ChrisLman

It was my privilege to renew friendships with some of my "old" collegeclassmates and professors who are nowliving out West, I enjoyed visiting withfriends I had met before and making newfriends. A big, heartfelt THANKS to allof you who opened up your homes and

(Contivueci on page 4)

ADDRESS FOR GIFTS

Gospel Broadcosting MissionBox 199

LaCrosse, Wis. 54601

THE CASH BOX

" 'Twas the night beiore Christmas,And all through the house,Not a creature was stirring" —Except the flu bug!

All of the family were here Sunday,the 22nd; and we had a fine time, except that Wallace reported the worsttrip home to Muskegon that he had ever"enjoyed." Of course, one very important member of the family, GGDTPVicky, had the flu the worst of all, sothey were not here.

Pop really had it; or it had him. Ourdaughter and Gordon expected us overthere — or they here, according to theweather on Christmas. There goes thephone! Both of them have it; but itseems one has one kind, and the otheranother.

Think I had some of it, too. Mychest feels like when 1 had angina, Tliedoctor says all concerned should stayindoors. It is a good thing we jumpedChristmas a few days, or it sure wouldhave been blue, with all the childrensick and little Victoria worst of all.

Hope you-all had a joyful Christmasand a HAPPY NEW YEAR, too. Rightnow, I am all wrote out.

Mainie, Walter and the absentees

P.S. Oh yes! Our Christmas dinner:Warmed-over lima beans, spinach andhamburger —which was all we felt likeeating.

Note: Cloyd Christman was at theCobles' home after this "Caper" waswritten. They showed the effects of theflu, but were feeling better.

August 15 to October 15, 1968

Receipts:Balance. August IS. 1968ReceiptsTotal to Account for

Disbursements:

Radio Air Time

Salary and S.S.VW Payment, ExpensesPhoneEvangel Time ExpensesPilntingAddresser PaymentPostageOffice SuppliesLoan Payment and InterestConverticn ExpensesMileage (Leeper)One montn Korean reserveSet aside for Far Cast BroadcastingPetty Cash pirector)Photo Supplies

Total OistjursemenlsBalance. October !S. 1968

Outstanding:Loans

VolkswagenAddresserUnpaid Bills

October 15 to December 15, 1968

$2,290.641,002.24

270.03

20.7544.11

279.0050.0051.84

13.45183.5075.00

S2.4iS.292,429.18

371.87196.16

% 000.00

4,364.12October IS, 1968 S 83.56

5,490.78

{2,613.641.127.52

338.8847.09

369.73

25.00128.54 Includes an extra mailing

3.48243.35

December IS, 1968

$2,215.292,249.25

346.87000.00

OREA — "land of the morningW calm" —is far from calm, politically or spiritually. Though Korea isan old country, it has spent much of itshistory dominated by foreign powers.Today, it is a divided country —dividedalong the 38th Parallel —with the northern portion Communist controlled, thesouthern section still free, but notcalm; for any day the powder keg alongthe DMZ (demilitarized zone) — thatbuffer zone on each side of the 38thParallel — can explode and once againplunge the country into the holocaustof the early 1950's.

Brother Choongyun Cho, professor inthe Korean Christian College and ministerof the Hongjaidong church, wrote a tractcallcd Salvation, which is used in the fol-iow-up work. He also works diligently,calling upon those who respond by letter tothe radio broadcasts.

The "war orphans" of the KoreanWar (1950 — 1953) are becoming adults.They have lived with tragedy ever sincethey were very small — some of themfrom birth. Some were fortunate enoughto fall into the hands of people whocared, and grew up under the Christianizing influence of church-sponsored orphanages and homes. Others were lovedand cared for by foster parents, eitherKorean of foreign. But there were thosewho came to adulthood living by theirwits — lying, stealing, conniving tokeep body and soul together. It is nowonder that there is conflictof all typesin the "land of the morning calm."

Christianity has been known inKorea since 1884; but each new generation must be challenged with the Gospelof Christ as it comes to an age of understanding. Each succeeding generation must be taught anew that its hopelies in the peace of Jesus.

We do have faithful, hard-workingmissionaries in Korea; and we do havemany concerned, evangelistically-minded Christians who have not lost

their faith despite the conflicts withwhich they have lived. But still theyare too few. Their hard work is too

little. The time is too short. They musthave the helping hand of modern technology. One of these modern means ofreaching the masses is through the useof radio.

The Work of G6M in Korea

It was in the September — October1967 issue of Listen that we first announced the opportunity for broadcasting in the Korean language over a radiostation in Seoul. It was many monthsafter the 'guarantee payment" wasraised before arrangements for regularbroadcasting could be completed.

First, it was assumed that programming would begin March 15, 1968, thenit was to begin in April. Actual broadcasting began on May 4th over HLKY —Christian Broadcasting Station, but noton a regular basis. Our "^guaranteemoney" had been deposited with theChristian BroadcastingStation; but theywere reluctant to give us a regular timefor a once-a-week program.

Christian Broadcasting Station isinterdenominationally owned. It is underthe auspices of the National Council ofChristian Churches in Korea and it was

pointed out that "we are not a membergroup of the National Council." Butsince they had accepted our "guaranteemoney," they were obliged to give us a

Materials to be used in follow-up work.

* Compiled from materials furnishedby Soongook Choi and the World BookEncyclopedia.

Miss Yungsoon Chung, the correspondence secretary since May. She is standingbefore the office and holding some of thebrochures used in the follow-up work.

regular time as originally agreed upon.We were to go back on the air over HLKY— Christian Radio Station — on Decem

ber l6th with Brother Soongook Choi,producer and overseer of the program,preaching the initial sermon.

During the period of time when ourprograms were not being broadcast overHLKY, Brother Choi and his workerstook the opportunity to experiment byplacing the programs on various stationsand in various time slots and tabulated

their findings. It was determined diat,though the number of letters was smaller,the number of decisions for Christ was

greater from programs aired over HLKY— Christian Radio Station.

Also, during this period, BrotherChoi and his helpers were active incontacting those who had responded tothe various broadcasts and in preparingtracts and literature for future use. In a

letter received from Brother Choi, datedOctober 26, 1968, he stated that from41 letters of response there had been19 decisions for ^rist.

The signal music for the program isa mission song written by an earlyKorean Qiristian and is the type ofmusic which will appeal to the Koreanear- The program carries the name,"Search the Scriptures - with Mr. Yi"and will be a monologue rather than asermon, carrying out the idea that Mr.Yi has asked questions of the contentsof Christian faith in relation to the com

mon interests of the day. It will coverthe entire nation (HLKY also reachesbeyond the 38th Parallel into Communist North Korea).

(Continued on page 4)

liOLESLAW WINNIK, Polish, Radio Monaco:One year of my ministry as a radio ministerhas already passed. During that year 1 prepared 6l programs and aired through theMonte Carlo (Monaco) station.

We received hundreds of letters fromour listeners in Poland, Czechoslovakia,Russia and other countries with notes ofrecognition and petitions for more Bibles,New Testaments, Life of Christ, songbooks and Polish magazines. I diank Godthat we can answer these urgent pleas immediately. (Brother WInnik also carries ona mailing service to fill these requests inconnection with the Department of Missions,Eastern Christian College.)

1 can clearly see that it was the Lord'swill for me and my family to come to thiscountry and serve Him. When I was in Poland I was able to preach to hundreds, butnow through radio and literature, I ampreaching to thousands.

Recently,! received the following letterfrom a friend in Poland:

"I would like to tell you, my brother InChrist, that many people responded to theGospel of Christ which you preach throughthe radio. One young man, who acceptedChrist because of the radio ministry,arrived in Warsaw in order to get acquaintedwith the brethren here. In one place thewhole village became interested In theWord of God. Brethren from Warsaw visitedthat village and there is a revival already;but there is also persecution. The priest ofthe village is very unhappy about hispeople's interest in the Bible and stirssome of his dedicated servants to persecute

"LAND OF MORNING CALM"(continued from page 3)

The Gospel Broadcasting Missionis responsible for providing funds forthe air time for this program, which originates in Seoul, Korea. At the presenttime, it is underwritten by the EastsideChurch of Qirist, Scottsbluff, Nebraska.Financial costs of the follow-up andcorrespondence work are provided byBrother Choi and the Korean Christianswho help him. However, we do covetyour prayers in behalf of this and allother programs sponsored by the GospelBroadcasting Mission.

Pray that the way may become clearfor more than one 15-m i n u te-a-week

broadcast in the Korean language. Prayfor the "land of the morning calm."

those who try to follow Christ; but In suchconditions people put complete trust in theLord and they ask us to pray for them."

ED P^Al'SZ, German, Radio Luxembourg:Mary and I spent several days in Berlin,calling on radio listeners and meeting theGene Dulin tour (written in September). Oneof our radio listeners who leads a group inBible study each week, told us of the conversion of a young Communist to Christ.We have been invited to return for several

weeks of intensive evangelism, teachingand preaching by the group.

of Itha L. Cullen, given by hersister, Florence N. Peterson of La-Crosse, Wisconsin, $100.

of Linn Folkerts of Bradenton, Florida, given by her sister, Charlotte Madison of Dearborn Heights, Michigan,$10.

GOSPEL BROADCASTING MISSION

17359 71st Court

Tinley Park, Illinois 60477

DON BAl'GHM/V!N, English, Nigeria. Africa:Over one year ago the Blafrans of EasternNigeria seceeded from the Federation ofNigeria (written in July). They did notagree with the military ruler's creation of12 new states nor the fact that they couldnot have their own private army ... Inlate July the rebels pushed on into theWestern Region of Nigeria, where we live.They were within 142 land miles of Lagos.They maintained a strong struggle forseveral days. Finally, Federal reinforcements pushed the rebels back.

At the present time there seems to beno solution to the war in Nigeria. We continue working with the Yorubasin the Western State, hoping and praying that God'sWord will soften hard hearts, that the giftof God's Son will satisfy the needs of thepeople, and that Jesus' life will be exem-

.plifled in His followers.

DIRECTOR'S DOIN'S

(continued from page 2)

were so gracious to me. God bless you.Berl Thomas, producer of the For

mosa broadcast and representative ofthe Gospel Broadcasting Mission in theNorthwest, was one of the many who"took me in." On my way back to La-Crosse, I spoke for chapel at PlatteValley Bible College in Scottsbluff,Nebraska and spent a full day at OzarkBible College in Joplin, Missouri.Thanks, you all, for having me come torepresent the Gospel Broadcasting Mission. We appreciate your interest andconcern.

Needless to say, I was happy toget home after being gone 47 days,speaking 45 times and traveling over9,000 miles. God was good to us andanswered our many prayers.

Let each of us determine to serve

the Lord to the best of our abilities

throughout this new year. Thank youagain for your faithful support (all ofyou). We do appreciate your fellowshipin the furtherance of the Gospel.

With Christian love and concern,That Millions More May Hear,Cloycl Chrislmati

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NEWS OF THE GOSPEl BROADCASTING MISSION

Walter and fAainie Coble, Founders

March —April 1969

LaVeme Morse Family

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Emrys nees and Bnasan Uriah,native Khasian, taping sennons for

Kbasi broadcasts.

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Tribespeople listen to a broadcast

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Morch ~ April 1969 No. 71

Listen is published bi-monthly bythe Gospel Broadcasting Mission, Box199, LaCrosse, Wis. S4601. Publicationaddress: 17359 71st Court, Tinley Park,111. 60477. Second Class postage paid,Tinley Park, 111.

THE GOSPEL

BROADCASTING MISSIONBox 199, LaCrosse, Wis. 54601


Walter and Ardis LeeperNOW BROADCASTING OVER

• RADIO LUXEMBOURG

• RADIO MONACO

• IBAODEN-LAGOS, NIGERIA• TAIPEI. TAIWAN

. . • Si:OUL, KOREA __• M VNX, ENGLAND• M.>N1LA, PHILIPPINES• KTW, SEATTLE, WASH.

DIRECTOR'S DOIN'S

(M is a very exciting age

|jF terrible things that go"> on. Electronics con-

that excitement, andwithout it there would

be no radios, noTV's, no record players, no tape recorders, no moon rockets, no IBM machines,etc., etc.

I believe, as many others do, thatthe church must "think electronically."Why?

Present figures indicate that thereare at least 2,000 tribes that stillhave no portion of God's Word in theirown languages. Hundreds of millionsof people in India and other countriesare completely oblivious to the Christian message. Untold multitudes behindthe Iron and Bamboo Curtains are

unable to freely proclaim the good newsof Christ. The combined efforts of all

those who claim to be of Christ are

not keeping up with the rapid growthof this world. The world can be evan

gelized in this generation if we willuse the God-given air waves to "soundforth the Word of Life."

Let's not forget that the enemiesof the cross of Christ are excited about

using electronic media to propagatetheir unrighteous ways. Did you knowthat Radio Moscow broadcasts more

hours and in more languages with morepower than anyone else in the world?Radio Peking is second and RadioHavana is now in about fifth place.Third and fourth places are held by


fnfo Canada and Alaska

Berl Thomas

Berl Thomas, who for many yearshas prepared and raised support for aweekly program designed for servicemen and other English-speaking peoplein Taiwan, has resigned as minister ofthe Wapato Christian Church, Wapato,Washington and retired (?) to become"northwest representative" for -theGospel Broadcasting Mission and towork at recording and other broadcasting.

Brother Thomas has signed a contract with station KTW, a Christianradio station in Seattle, Washington.His program is on the air on Saturdays

from 6:00 to 6:15 p.m., FM radio, 102.5megacycles; then he is heard again at1:15 to 1:30 a.m. on Sundays. The latenight signal travels far because otherstations are off the air. They havebeen known to reach as far south as

Fresno, California and north intoCanada and Alaska, blanketing BritishColumbia, where we have several newmission works — a potential listeningaudience of two million people.

The cost of these broadcasts is $5per program, or $10 a week. BrotherThomas hopes to raise the support forthese broadcasts from the area in which

his program is being heard. However,his programs will serve as a publicityarm for the churches of Christ/Christian churches and the worldwide cause

of the Gospel Broadcasting Mis.sijiti.

People wishing to reach BrotherThomas for a local presentation of hishymn-singing programs or as a representative of G.B.M, may address him:Berl M. Thomas, Route 3, Box 3016,Wapato, Washington 98951. Phone:879-8992.

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THE CASH BOX

January and February 1969Receipts:

Balance, January 1, 1969Income

Total to Account for

$ 559.48 *4.774.75

$5,334.23

Disbursements:

Radio Air Time

Director's Salary and SSPayments and InsuranceLoan Payment and InterestPostageConvention ExpensePhoto SuppliesPrintingPtione

VW gas, Service, etc.Office SuppliesMiscellaneous

Total Disbursements

Balance, February 28, 1969

Outstanding:Loans

Addresser

VW Contract

$1,900.00296.87

1,913.28

All other unpaid bills paid March 5.

$2,643.34912.56

258.47118.75

48.1776.04

56.71

261.5934.5135.02

14.61

13.45

$4.473.22

$ 861.01

* Balance will not match

last published balance.Figures for Dec. 15-31,1968 not available atpublication office.

Thro' Tribal Tongues

LaVeme Morse

^ A OW CAN I convey a thrilling1^/ yet urgent message to theI ^ readers of Listen? As I pen

these words, I can feel excitement in my system as I struggle for thewords to report a glorious new adventure in Gospel broadcasting, and at thesame time try to express the dire needof funds to continue it. It does not

require a great amount of money, butrather regular monthly participation bypeople who care. Here are the facts.

Brother Laverne Morse, servingunder the Southeast Asia EvangelizingMission and through the auspices ofthe Gospel Broadcasting Mission, isbeginning to reach thousands of Christians in areas where no white man is

now allowed to travel. Response lettersindicate that the Lisu broadcasts are

reaching about 10,000 Christians in onearea alone. Natives who have come to

know Christ, but who no longer are ableto enjoy the presence of New Testamentmissionaries write that it's almost like

having them back with them again.Radio is being used by Brother

Morse to support our brethren who areotherwise out of our reach, but whomust be nurtured in the Lord if theyare to sustain in the faith. Using oneof the most powerful stations in the FarEast, he and his fellow laborers arereaching audiences in Burma, Thailand,India and Communist China.

Currently, programs are 15 minutesin length and are heard Mondays throughSaturdays. In January, for example, 31programs were aired at just $5 per program — a total cost of S155 to reachtens of thousands of Christians, to say

by Burdett Wakeman

nothing of the thousands upon thousandsof unsaved people in the same audiences. This unbelievably low price forsuch a powerful outreach is made possible by the famous Far East Broadcasting Co., located in Manila,Philippines and dedicated to airing theGospel.

There is a great drain on the fundsavailable to Brother Morse, as thesebroadcasts must be supported by aprinted ministry as its follow-up. Too,he has the cost of production; so it isour lot here at G.B.M. to assure thecontinuation of these vital programs byfinding Christians or churches as awhole who will agree to help to purchase this valuable time.

Programs are also being preparedin Rawang (a Burmese language) andKhasi (a tribal language of the hillcountry of Assam, India); and they toowill need to be underwritten. Look at

it this way. One person sending $5 permonth could help reach thousands uponthousands as that $5 would buy one15-minute program. A church couldextend its evangelistic arm to thesevast numbers, strengthening Christiansand helping to win more, daily for awhole week each month for only $30 amonth. Right now we ,need support forat least $155 per month and as programming and time become available, weexpect to double this output. Theneed is great.

You will be hearing more of thisnew radio ministry to the Far East.Pray for us as we labor to take advantage of this open door for Christ.

Please respond as quickly aspossible with your support. This is anurgent call to those who care.

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Arrows show areas where there areknown tribal Christians within reach ofbroadcasts of FEBC, Maniia.

ADDRESS FOR GIFTS

Gospel Broadcasting MissionBox 199

LoCrosse, Wis. 54601

Taping music for tribal broadcasts.

FAITH-PROMISE RALLY

Each year the Charles Street Church ofChrist, LaCrossc, Wisconsin, whose eldersserve as advisors for the Gospel Broad-casHng Mission, holds a Faith-PromiseRally to secure the necessary funds tomaintain its mission budget. A large portion of the LaCrosse mission budget goesto the Gospel Broadcasting Mission andhelps to underwrite our director's salary.

Pictured above are the two guestspeakers and G.B.M. dignitaries. On thefar left is Emrys Reese, who is preparingtapes fur a Khasi-language broadcast. Atthe lefl edge of the display is CharlesWinegamer, missionary recruit to Indonesia.Center left we have Cloyd Christman,G.B.M. director; to the right of the sign,Burdett Wakeman, minister at CharlesStreet and G.B.M. program director, andHarold Niles, G.B.M. treasurer. Goal of therally was $4,500. Promises totaled $6,700.

DIRECTOR'S DOIN'S

(continued from page 2)the Far East Broadcasting Co. andthe Voice of America. Brethren, let uswake up and take advantage of ourGod-given opportunity to use the skywaves for helping bring many sons toglory.

The first of January, I had an opportunity to share "GoMe Day" with thechurch in Garrett, Indiana, I was askedto bring a challenge during the eveningservice. It was good to become betteracquainted with the Garrett church andwe do appreciate their strong supportof G.B.M. . . . Thank you.

Mrs. Coble was able to visit some

as I stayed in their hwne; but she is invery poor health. Walter Coble was notfeeling too well; however, he managedto keep moving and was a very goodhost. Most of you probably know thatWalter is the chief cook and bottlewasher at their house. When I arrived

home from Gacrett, I spent several daysin bed with a cold, the flu and a badreaction I got from the aspirin I tookfor my cold.

Helen and I attended the Midwinter

Conference at Minnesota Bible Collegein Minneapolis, January 20—22. The

We have been trying to see whichof us knew the least what to say whenwriting this issue of "Capers." So, forfear he will replace me, I shall step onthe gas —and I do mean gas —and letthe (Gospel) chariot roll right along.

Next Sunday is the 52nd birthday ofthe building of the Garrett Church ofChrist. There are 12 sections of the

birthday cake — one for each month.Walter is pulling for the birthday of somany illustrious people — Lincoln,Washington, Longfellow. Mainie thinksApril is a better month, and BrotherLillie seems to think October would be

a better section to have overflowing.The idea is for the total offerings topay o££ a note on the building.

I was going to try awfully hard tobe there; but do not know how willingmy FLESH will be. According to the

Wakemans rode along with us and weenjoyed the fellowship.

It was my privilege to share in theFaith-Promise Rally at Charles Streetin LaCrosse, January 20—February 2.The church went over their goal inpromises and we trust that God willmake it possible for the people to keeptheir promises. G.B.M. is receivingstrong support frora this congregationthrough the Faith-Promise program.

Thank you for your interest in thisradio ministry. Through prayer, let us"tap" a bigger hole in God's storehouseof blessings for^electronic evangelism"in 1969-

With Christian Love and Concern

That Millions More May Hear,

Cloyd Christman

GOSPEL BROADCASTING MISSIONPublication Office

17359 71st CourtTinley Park, Illinois 60477

Faith-Promise campaign soon to behere, 1 should not doubt. It was 1964when I had my stroke — on December22nd, the birthday of our youngestgrandson and youngest granddaughter.Taking account of the weather, and mysickness, we have kept pretty close tothe radiators.

Did you know that I have a newdress — the first one in four years —and Walter has a new suit; but that isNOT the reason we wanted to go tochurch. I may have to wait until Easter.I bought Walter his suit for his birthday.The family chipped in to buy me mysuit. My daughter and son-in-law boughtme a nice, white mink collar. Do Ilove it! They will look for a bodyguard!

Mainie says, "Walter, you wind itup."

Lots of friends have called, wroteand assured us of their prayers. We arewonderfully blessed with so many whoexpress their concern and love. Wecannot write as much as we should;but it all leaves us very humble.

Mainie just does not eat enough tokeep a humming bird going. Maybe itis my cooking. But on many occasionssomeone takes pity on her and sendssomething tasty for us to eat; however,she doesn't do too much better. She

cannot see to read any but the largestheadlines, and I cannot understand hertoo well. My ears are getting no belterfast. It does get pretty lonesome forher at times.

Keep on thinking of her in yourprayers. They are the only reason, tomy thinking, that she is still with us.

God bless all of you.fAainie and Walter

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LISTNEWS OF THE GOSPEL BROADCASTING MISSION

Walter and Malnie Coble, Founders

May 1969 1968

'500 Per Month New Money Needed

Now by GBM

We here at GBM are getting excited aswe see the future unfolding. It is ourconviction that through the use of satellite communications the Great Commission we have talked so much about can

be fulfilled within this century. But to havethe brotherhood ready when the opportunities arise, calls for special plans toinclude programming,follow-up,cooperation, and fortified by extensive education.Steps are being taken to achieve theseends and as they begin to take form,we will bring the details to our readers.

However important to victories in thefuture is the success of the present,GBM has an urgent need,

1. A church that has been one of ourbiggest supporters has had to cut backit's missionary giving due to local financial needs. They gave $100, per month toGBM, but find it necessary to cut back to$25 a month, a loss of $75 per month,

2, In the meantime, Radio Luxembourg,over which GBM has aired the Gospel thelongest, finds it necessary to raise ourcost about $130 per month.

3. We still need at this writing, $172per month to support the Llsu andRawangbroadcasts being produced under the direction of Brother LaVerne Morse over

the facilities of the Far East Broadcasting Company, Inc. in Manila.

Results indicate these broadcasts arevital and productive, counting them aworthy investment of time, money, andprayers.

The total of these needs listed is $377monthly. In the meantime we need to erasesome outstanding indebtedness and at thesame time intensify our activity by increasing the LISTEN from a bi-monthlyto a monthly. All of which our treasurer points out demands an added incomeof $500 per month.

Fifty churches or individuals not presently supporting GBM regularly, givingjust $10 per month can have the satisfaction of knowing they are helping toreach tens of thousands of Christians inBurma alone, where no white man darewalk, plus thousands outside of Christwho will be able to hear the Gospel ofChrist. Too, they will help make possiblewith that $10 gift, the continued beamingof the Word to 24 different countriesover Radio Luxembourg.

Ed Fausz calling on radiolisteners in West Berlin.

Of course it will take a number of combinations to achieve all of this. Somechurches may give $25 per month andindividuals $1.00 per month. However,it occurs we who are engaged in thisvital ministry are praying for $500 permonth over and above our present incomejust to achieve current needs.

We need your prayersi Before you laythis paper down, please ask God to layit upon the hearts of our brethren whoare not already involved, to rise to thisoccasion. If possible, become a committee of one to help meet this need throughyour own gift and by interesting yourchurch in the 20th Century mass mediaministry of GBM.

SISTER MAINIE COBLE

Co-Founder of GBM

Passed Away May 6

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Programming for tribal

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ADDRESS FOR

GIFTS

Gospel Broadcasting MissionBox 199

La Crosse, Wis. 54601

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March - April 1969Listen is published -fOonthl^ by

the Gospel Broadcasting Mission, Box199, LaCrosse, Wis. 54601. Publicationaddress; 17359 71st Court, Tinley Park,111. 60477. Second Class postage paid,Tinley Park, 111.

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• RADIO MONACO

• IBADDEN-LAGOS, NIGERIA• TAIPEI, TAIWANm gpniii wrtPFA

• MANX, ENGLAND• MANILA, PHILIPPINES• KTW, SEATTLE, WASH.

Mo. 71

OUR CHANGING

TIMES

A report from Fordham University'sCenter for Communications states thatthe average 6 yr. old has watched 4,000hours of television before he starts thefitst grade. It is estimated that by thetime he graduates from highschool, hewill have spent 15,000 hours with television and only 10,800 hours in school.This is why we at GBM believe Christianyoung people need to be trained to writeand pr^uce programming for Christcapable of holding the interest of the potential .viewer. GBM is attempting to changewith our times to meet such challengesas these. Pray for us. (Facts on Fordhamreport gleaned from April '69 issue ofINTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN BROAD

CASTERS BULLETIN)

^•Cisten" To «e

Printed MonthlyFor some time we have felt the need of

intensifying our contact with churches andindividuals regarding the activities ofGBM. To do so, not only is a cost factor, but a work and time factor as well.To graduate into a monthly, "LISTEN"will be it's normal size, 4 pages everyother month, and just two sides, as inthe case of this publication, on the alternate months. The smaller paper everyother month cuts the cost of the extraprinting considerably.

Walter and Ardis Leeper, of TinleyPark, Illinois, have their hands full editing the full-size "LISTEN", so we hereat La Crosse will take the basic responsibility for this smaller supplement.Thus by splitting the work of writingand editing, we can conceivably takecare of the work and time factor as well.To reach you monthly with "LISTEN"seems worth it.

Wlnnlk Has Heart Attack Faith - PromiseBrother Boleslaw Wtmiik,radloiiilnlsterofConference VictOry

the Polish "Search The Scriptures" broad- . ^ ^ ^ ^casts, had a heart attack on April 13th. He Another victory hasbeen w)n forthecMsewas In the hospital for some time and al- f evangeUsm. The Church of CWdthough he feels fine he win not l)e ableto '» Minnesota h^assume his responsibilities for a while. An Coherence" May 14-18.extra burden is placed upon Paul Bajko, This smaU congregation set agoal whichtheyco-worker of brother Winnik, in that hemust fel* was realistic $3,365 for a 70week period,help in the braodcasting of these programs. Many ^ple were amaa^ whenthe promisesPaul has made plans to visit several countriesin Europe this summer and minister to thepeople if the Lord opens the door. Let usbe in prayer for both of these feiithful servants of God and their families.

"Idea Exchange"Being Developed

chairman of the Missions Committee wasalmost speechless when it came time forhim to express a word of thanks to the congregation for their promises. Because of theirFAITH and TRUST in God we sincerely believethe Gospel of Salvation will be proclaimedto a great number of lost souls throughoutthe world, other victories included a motherre-dedicating her life to Christ and one of

Names of people from Texas, Ohio, Ari- the preacher's sons making known his desirezona, Georgia, Kansas, Indiana, South Da- to become a preacher or missionary. (Rich-kota, Iowa, Missouri, Montana, Kentucky, ard Snell ministers to this congregation).Tennessee, New Mexico, Virginia, Florida, ziden Nutt, Missionary-preacher from Rho-Illinois,-Canada,-and-Puerto-Rico made up desia-Africa, was the main speaker. Otherthe ori^nal mailing list ofthefirst communi-spealcers who shared in the conference were:que on the "IDEA EXCHANGE". Elden Weesner, recruit to India; Mr. & Mrs.

The "Idea Exchange" is being designed to Sid Boudreaux missionaries to the Philli-aid churches and personnel of the churches pines; Everett Easley and his family, recruitsof Christ and Christian Churches through- to Argentina; Louis Ferguson Supt. of Christ-out the nation and the world over in creat- lan Children's Home in Peterson, Iowa;ing or subscribing to good radio program- David Wead professor of Minnesota Bible Col-ming for Christ on the local level. lege; and myself representing the Gospel

If you are producing radio or television Broadcasting Mission. I am grateful to theprogramming for the purpose of spreading Eagle Lake church for asking me to sharethe Word, or if you are interested in some in their "Faith-Promise Conference". Mayday doing so, why not fill out the blank pro- God bless them for their step of faith andVided. We will be hapi^r to add you to the help them ftilfill that whichthey haveprbmis-mailing list of the "IDEA EXCHANGE." ed to do with His help.

I believe an "IDEA EXCHANGE" is a needed thing in our brotherhood. Please putme on your mailing list if such a service should be developed.

My name is:Middle InitialFirst Nanie

My address is:Street

I attend

I am a Minister Elder

City

Teacher

Last Name

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Board Member

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It is 5 min. •Itls-aired on Radio^Station -

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June 1969 No. 73

^ GOSPEL Broadcastingff, , ^ 7^ Mission? Oh, yes,

Radio Luxembourg!"How often as we have traveled about

the country with the story of the GospelBroadcasting Mission have we heardthat statement made. While we areproud to be associated with such alarge and powerful station as RadioLuxembourg, we would like to impressupon the minds of our readers thatRadio Luxembourg is but one of thestations over which the Gospel isbroadcast through the auspices of theGospel Broadcasting Mission.

We plan this issue of LISTEN withthe North American Convention inDetroit in mind. There we hope to meetand make new friends for GBM, as wellas greet again those whom we haveknown for years. Therefore, we wouldlike to "tie together" the world-widework of the Gospel Broadcasting Mission as it is today. There have beenmany changes over the years. It isn'teven the same today as it was a yearago.

HOW GBM BEGAN

The Gospel Broadcasting Missionis, in the strictest sense, an agencythrough which missionaries can secureradio time to reach the masses with the

Gospel of Christ.The mission was first conceived by

Mainie and Walter Coble after the death

of a nephew, Merwyn H. Greene, during World War 11. Merwyn's desire wasto return to Europe following the warand preach the Gospel to the warringnations. Grieved by his death, theCobles began searching for a way tohelp fulfill Merwyn's dream of takingthe message of Christ to Europe. Theystarted a memorial fund in his honor

and intended to use this money to

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help send one or more missionaries tothe European field. After the war hadended, there were no recruits preparingfor this field; and interest in thismemorial had all but died out.

In the summer of 1951» a door wasopened with an offer to produce a radioprogram of Gospel preaching over RadioLuxembourg, located in the smallcountry of Luxembourg. Believing itwas the will of the Lord, the Coblesused the memorial fund to help get the"Search the Scriptures" program on theair.

On April 7, 1952, the first broadcast — a 15-minute, English-languageprogram — was beamed to many soulswithin an 800-mile radius of Luxem

bourg-Today, some 17 years later, the

Gospel goes out from eight major stations, reaching many countries andusing many languages. Each program isprepared and followed up by a missionary qualified in the language and cus

toms of the area to which the programis beamed.

GBM ON THE AIR

RADIO LUXEMBOUKG: It is onlynatural that those who know of thework of the Gospel Broadcasting Mission should associate it with RadioLuxembourg; for it was from this station that our broadcasting began andfor many years we did carry both anEnglish-language and a German-language program on this station. Thepower and outreach of Radio Luxembourg has increased greatly since webegan using their facilities. Along withthe increases in power and outreachcame also increases in costs; so inFebruary 1968, the English-languageprogram was moved to another Europeanstation. We do, however, still maintaina program in the German language overRadio Luxembourg.


MRS. qOBI^E HOME;Mainie Greene Qoble, who

with her husband founded the I

Gospel Broadcasting Mission,

passed away at her home In

Garretc, Indiana, May 6, 1969.

(See "Qoble's C^pers")> She was

the ?lugust issue of LISTEN

will be a memorial issue for Mrs.

Coble.

LISTEN

June 1969 No. 73Listen is published monthly by

the Gospel Broadcasting Mission, Box199, LoCrosse, Wis. S4601. Publicationaddress: 17359 71st Court, Tinley Park,111. 60477. Second Class postage paid,Tinley Park, 111.






• RADIO MONACO

• IBADDEN-LAGOS, NIGERIA• TAIPEi,_TAIWA^• SEOUL. KOREA• MANX, ENGLAND• MANILA, PHILIPPINES• KTW, SEATTLE, WASH.

DIRECTOR'S DOIN'S

Jones, co-founder ofI radio station HCJB

' in Ecuador, said:- "TV has become the

most dominating andcontroversial servant

of the societymodern life, the most

gluttonous consumer of attention everto sit at civilization's table."

This is not hard to understand when

we read such statements as that madeby Fordham University's Center forCommunications: . . Today's six-year-old has watched 4,000 hours ofTV before he starts the first grade. Bythe time he graduates from high school,he ^ill have clocked 15,000 hj)urs ofTV time and only 10,800 of schooltime.*

Christians must recognize thegreat molding power of TV and becomemore involved in using it to evangelizethe world. You may wonder why I amwriting some comments about TV whenthe Gospel Broadcasting Mission isinvolved with a radio ministry. Webelieve the time is fast approachingwhen we must also be involved in worldwide TV.

The small, portable, transistor TVset will be a household item in thenear future throughout the world. Acompact TV 654 x 6 x 3)4 inches with athree-inch screen is now available in

the United States and elsewhere. I havebeen told that in a few months we will

have a wristwatch TV with a one-inchscreen on the U.S. market.


This time there is no doubt as to

who will be writing these remarks.Mainie is now enjoying the fruits of hermany years devoted to taking and sending the Good News to all she could.

The "Faith-Promise MissionsRound-Up" found Mainie unable to enjoythe fellowship at the church; but manycame here to greet her and she enjoyedthem very much. It really thrilled herwhen LaVerne Morse brought a newlyreceived letter from Burma telling howthe writer had gone ten miles to get aradio and how he enjoyed it and pleadfor a daily broadcast in his dialect.

Then, Tuesday (April 15) was herbirthday. Her Bible School class reallyshowered her with gifts. The dining roomtable was overflowing with pretty thingsand goodies to eat. We did not get awhole lot of the eats taken care of; theladies brought in too much else for usto consume it all.

Cloyd Christman was at our homeduring the rally and until Sunday noon,so we had a good visit with him. Thenthe next Monday evening, C.E. Faust(always Elmer to us) dropped in for ashort visit. It is surprising how muchvisiting those two can do in a shwttime. Oh, yes, I had a FEW well-chosenwords.

The next Thursday, she had anothermedium-bad stroke. But she seemed to

throw it off better than usual. Mybrother and wife were here on Sunday,and she had a fine visit with them. She

steadily improved until Tuesday (May6th).

That morning I looked in on her.She was awake and said, "Do me afavor?" Upon my reckoning that 1might,she asked me to see what the name was

on a certain picture on the front porch.Upon my reporting back, she said witha little lilt, "Thank you." These wereher last words.

1 had not slept well and went backto bed. The amplifier awakened me alittle after nine; and I could hardlyrealize the sound came from her. There

she was with her head hanging down andmucus rolling out of her mouth. I gother on the bed better, and she seemedto breathe easier. The doctor came soon

and said that she had had another stroke— a bad one. She never regained consciousness.

Our daughter came soon, and at1:40 she looked in on her. The doctorcame at 1:50, went in and soon cameout, telling me that she was gone. Ourson got here later in the evening. Theylive in Muskegon, Mich. She was laidto rest Friday (May 9th) afternoon. Weare so thankful for the many kindnesses.And, of course, 1 treasure those lastwords: "Thank you."

Many have already expressed theirconcern by a memorial gift to the Gospel Broadcasting Mission. We know thiswould be especially pleasing to her.

Walter Coble

THE CASH BOX

Balance, March 1, 1969 March and April 1969Income

Total to Account for

Disbursements:Airtlme $2,883.38Director: Salary, Housing

Allowance and Utilities 1,135.12Loan Payments and Insurance 259.76Interest 22.50Insurance 82.82Printing 167.35Mileage: Trip and Convention Expense 235.81Photo Supplies 11.86Phone 39.53VW Service, Gas and Oil 33.15Office Supplies 11.53

Total DisbursementsBalance, April 30, 1969

$ 861.014.576.86

$5,437.87

4,882.815 555.06

Outstanding:Loans

VW Contract

Addresser

$1,900.001.733.34

231.00

GBM ON THE AIR

(continued from page 1)!been producing this program sinceApril 1959, continue their productionand follow-up work. A 15-minute pro-gram is aired each Sunday at a cost of$17.20 per broadcast.

fdence and became^ known as Biafra,

there has been civil

Hv 1 war. It is difficult forJ i the Baughmans to

^ ; assess the full valuef ' of their radio workjf ..1 because all commu

nication with Biafrat> is cut off; and agreati deal of their work did

Baughman extend into Biafra.We can only hope and pray that the

Gospel by radio is of comfort to thoseChristians who find themselves within

the borders of Biafra and that it willsow the seed for future reaping. TheBaughmans still maintain their correspondence courses with listeners inother areas of Nigeria. The cost of theNigerian program is $32.76 per broad-

Edward FauszRadio Luxembourg

The first full Gospel sermon in theGerman language went on the air overRadio Luxembourg on Sunday morning,Oct. 5, 1958. Ed and Mary Fausz, missionaries of the West German ChristianMission, produce and do the follow-upfor this broadcast. There is a potential audience of over one hundredmillion German-speaking people, andthe response has been good with letters received from listeners in 25countries on both sides of the Iron Curtain.

The cost of one 15-niinute programper week is $150 per week. After July1st it will be $180 per week. However,it is imperative that we keep this program on the air, as it provides the contacts which greatly increase the amountof work which Bro. Fausz is able toaccomplish. Switching to another European station is a major operation anduntil such an operation can be completed, we feel we must continue toback up Bro. Fausz's very effectivework.

RADIO MANX; The original English-language program of "Search the Scriptures," which went on the air overRadio Luxembourg in April 1952, wason Feb. 4, 1968 moved to Radio MAN5^located on the Isle of Man in the BritishIsles. Charles and Mary FrancesPhipps, missionaries to Italy, who have

ADDRESS FOR GIFTS

Gospel Broodcasting MissionBox 199

LaCrosse, Wis. 54601

Charles PhippsRadio Manx

RADIO MONACO: In 1961, there beganthe broadcasting of a program in thePolish language which is now carriedover the powerful station in Monte Carlo,

Monaco. This pro-£gram goes by shortwave into Poland,Russia, France, Belgium, Yugoslavia andCzechoslovakia. The

present producer ofthe Polish-languageprogram is BoleslawWinnik of Baltimore,Md., a well-known

Winnik Polish minister who

was brought to the United States forthis express purpose in April 1967.Cost of the weekly 15-minute programover Radio Monaco is $54 per broadcast.

IBADDEN-LAGOS. NIGERIA: Alsobegun in 1961 was an English-languageprogram produced by Don and MarianneBaughraan, missionaries to Nigeria,West Africa, and aired simultaneouslyover the stations atlbadden and Lagos.Nigeria is one of the most heavily populated countries in Africa; but it is alsoa war-torn country. Ever since theEastern Region declared its indepen-

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN: Since September1962, Berl Thomas has been (^oducinga program designed for servicemen andother English-speaking people, andbroadcast in Taipei, Taiwan. He alsocares for raising the finances for thisprogram, but broadcasts in the name ofthe Gospel Broadcasting Mission.

MANILLA, PHILIPPINES: In May 1968,there began over the facilities of theFar East Broadcasting Co. whatpromises to be an unlimited and continuing challenge —the broadcasting inthe tribal languages of Southeast Asia.This is being done in conjunction withthe Southeast Asia Evangelizing Mission under the leadership of LaVerneMorse. It is an effort to "go with theGospel in the language of the people"into the areas of southeast Asia where


no white missionaryis allowed. At the

mj^ present time there4^ • are on the air daily

programs in the Lisu•'*®T language andaweek-

ly program in Ra-wang. Both of theseare languages ofof tribes with which

Morse Bro. Morse worked in

Burma. (There are Lisu-speaking people in Thailand, India and China also.)Each broadcast costs $5. Work is nowin progress for taping programs in theLahu, Yao, Blue Meo (Thai languages)and Khasi (India) tribal languages, tobe put on the air as opportunities present themselves.

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SEOUL, KOREA: After months ofplanning and work, a regular broadcastin the Korean language went on the airover HLKY — Christian BroadcastingStation, Seoul, Korea, Dec. 16, 1968.The program — "Search the Scriptureswith Mr. Yi" — is a monologue ratherthan a sermon, carrying out the ideathat Mr. Yi has asked questions of the

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contents of Christian faith in relation

to the common interests of the day.This program is supervised bySoongookChoi of the Korea EvangelisticMission. In addition to the centralstation in Seoul, it is carried on theaffiliate stations in Taegu, Pusan,Kwangju and Iri at a cost of S32 perweek. Cost of this program is underwritten by the Eastside Church ofChrist, Scottsbluff, Neb.

KTW, SEATTLE: The latest additionto our "family of broadcasts" is a program prepared byBerl Thomas and airedover station KTW in Seattle, Wash.,which reaches as far south as Fresno,Calif, and north into Canada and Alaska,blanketing British Columbia, where wehave several new mission works. The

cost of this program is $10 a week.

The work of the Gospel BroadcastingMission is now carried on under the

leadership of three couples: Mr. andMrs. Cloyd Christman (serving asdirectors), Mr. and Mrs. Burdett Wake-man, both couples of LaCrosse, Wis.,and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Leeper of TinleyPark, III. These three couples arebacked up by an advisory board made upof the elders of the Charles Street

Church of Christ; LaCrosse, Wis.The doors are closing to the

customary methods of propagating theGospel, which have proven all too slow.But new doors are opening. This is thespace age. We will use the same oldGospel, but we must send it by "space-age" methods. Radio in the hinterlandsis here now. Let's take advantage ofits use and also prepare ourselvesfor greater methods to come!



DIRECTOR'S DOIN'S(continued from page 2)

The thing which makes this moreexciting is that through a satellitesystem hovering above the equator TVprograms will be broadcast directly tosets anywhere in the world. When?Froma man who is "in the know" we are toldit will happen in five to ten years. Thesame basic system will work for radio.Are we Christians ready for such a timeas this??

During the month of March I visitedeastern Wisconsin, speaking in GreenBay. I was also asked to speak to thearea men's fellowship in Madison, Wis.Following this, Burdett Wakeman andhis family went on a GBM tour in Illinois, Missouri and Wisconsin. While hewas gone I filled his shoes (??). Forthose who know burdett, you know Icouldn't do that; but I did fill the pulpit at Charles Street.

In April, my schedule took me intoIndiana, Ohio and Michigan. Severaldays of the trip were spent at the FirstChurch of Christ in Garrett, Ind., whereI shared in their "Faith-Promise

Missions Round-Up." It was a realblessing to me. Thanks to all who hadme come.

Weappreciate the interest and faithful support each of you have given forthe preaching of the Gospel over theair waves. May the Lord bless us allas we labor together for greater victoriesin the months ahead. We hope to seemany of you at the North AmericanChristian Convention in Detroit. Stopat the GBM booth and say, "HI!"

With Christian Love and Concern,That Millions More May Hear,

Cloyd Christman

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Population Bomb AddsNew Dimensions To G.B.M.

Dr. Paul R, Ehrlich authored a bookcalled, "The Population Bomb", a titledestined to be uttered over and over ina variety of circles of thinking people.His book is credited with having revealed some startling figures on the subject of the population explosion.

For example, prior to 1650 A,D, itwas estimated that every thousand yearsthe population doubled. By 1850 doublingof the population took 200 years; by 1930it took only 80 yearsto double. Currentlythe world has over 3 billion people, andnote this--the doubling time is aboutthirty-five years.

No longer is it practical to limitour efforts to fulfill the Great Commission solely through the personal contactof missionaries with the peoples of theworld. There are just too many people.We need the missionaries, and they needtools to work with that they might bemore effective extending their effortsto the masses. Radio makes it possiblefor the missionary to speak, and forthousands, even millions to hear.

Too, we need to place more faith inthe power of the Word of God. Idealis-tically to be effective Gospel broadcasters often set up followup programs.These programs are designed to placeprospects in personal contact with aChristian who can teach them more perfectly. Another follow-up procedure includes an extensive printed ministrywhere listeners are contacted throughthe mall and Instructed by correspondence courses, tracts, and periodicals.GBM encourages further developmentof these follow-up programs believingit gives radio that desired dimensionof materializing the audience. However,the Bible says the Word will not comeback void..."So shall my word be thatgoeth forth out of my mouth; itnot return unto me void, but itaccomplish that which I please, and itshall prosper in the thing where to Isend it." (Isaiah 55:11).

The time has come when we mustbelieve that the Word of God prayerfully shared vrith the masses will takeseed in many quarters of the worldwhere we virtually will have no contactexcept through radio itself.

Jesus is comlngi If Christendom believes that He's coming, then the churchmust rise to the occasion by using thepower of the air waves.

Today is the day of salvation. Let'snot delay but rather let's spread theWord throughout the world.

Friend in Christ, take this articleto your church board, missionary committee, or congregation and ask if theyare not willing to aid in such a missiondesigned to shake the world for Christ.Also, ask yourself this—would radio bea help to the missionaries we are already aiding? Matter of fact, GBM willhelp answer that question for you. Sendus the name of the missionary or missionaries you are now supporting andtell us where they are serving. We willattempt to evaluate the most practicalapproach to that field by radio andestablish the cost of putting your living-link missionary on the air.

Remember, currently the population ofthe world Is doubling at the rate ofevery 35 years. It will take radio andtelevision to be able to go Into all theworld and to preach the Gospel. PraiseGod, there is a way. The question is,will we use it?

REJOICEl WITH USYou may remember in the May issue

of "Listen" we told you about sharingin the "Faith Promise Rally" in EagleLake, Minnesota. Word has just beenreceived from the church there thatthey plan to support GBM on a"regularbasis for at least the next 70 weeks.This will help "fill the gap" whereothers have had to cut back. Thankyou folks in Eagle Lake for your fellowship in the furtherance of the Gospelas it goes out over the "sky waves".

PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ

EACH SIDE OF THIS VITAL

PAPER. TOTAL READING TIME,IF READ LEISURELY, LESS

THAN TEN MINUTES. THE RE

SULTS COULD BE EVERLAST

ING.

Red Cliina

Radio-MindedThe effectiveness of radio in the

Orient was once again expressed byRed china. A news item in the NewYork Times with a dateline of Peking,June 27th, told of a drive to extendit's rural radio network. It is estimatedthat some 600 million of China's morethan 700 million people live in ruralareas.

Radio in China is vital In transmitting information quickly, especially torural areas where newspapers reachsome parts of the country a week ormore after publication. The governmentlikes radio too because there can beno room for misinterpretation of official directives when transmission isdirect from Provincial Capitals. Thecurrent campaign has yielded from60,000 community loudspeakers to morethan 130,000 In less than a year.

Note the underlying purpose of radioin China is to promulgate directives,encourage the study of Mao Tse-tung'sworks, and in general, stimulate revolutionary enthusiasm.

In America we tend to take radiofor granted, but those exposed to theunderdeveloped nations and the restricted peoples of the world know radiois looming forth as a dynamic tool ofeducation. Radio is heard and responded to, but what the people hear is thequestion.

The church must see and take holdof it's opportunities or admit to Godit did not care enough. Red China radiois not available to the cause of Christ,but both the Bamboo atid Iron Curtainsare penetrated by broadcasting facilities that are available.

Why should the church buy and useradio time on these available stations?To accomplish the same thing for Christas Red China wants to accomplish forCommunism.

By radio we can promulgate God'sdirectives of hope to a lost world. Thechurch can encourage a study of Christand the good news of the Gospel ingeneral, and by radio stimulate enthusiasm for Christ.

The fields are white imto harvest,but the broadcasts are few. We mustwork while it is yet day, for the nightis coming. Let's be radio-minded thatmillions may hear.

July - 1969 No. 74

LISTEN is published monthly by theI Gospel Broadcasting Mission, Box 199! Lacrosse, Wis. 54601. Publication ad-I dress: 17359 71st Court, Tinley Park,

111. 60477. Second Class postage paid,Tinley Park, 111.


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♦RADIO LUXEMBOURG♦RADIO MONACO♦IBBADEN-LAGOS,NIGERIA♦TAIPEI, TAIWAN♦SEOUL, KOREA*MANX, ENGLAND♦MANILA, PHILIPPINES♦KTW, SEATTLE, WASH,

An Obvious NeedMoney is always a need in any worthy

cause. At times we can't help but ask,"Why must Christian colleges, benevolent agencies and missions always pleadfor money? GBM is no exception! Ofcourse, given a little thought, the answerbecomes obvious.

Unlike business, missions like GBMhave nothing to merchandise. We are inthe strictest sense a non-profit organization. This is as it ought to be. Freelywe received, freely we must give.Salvation was passed on to us under theproposition that it was a gift of God.Christians in turn, having tasted thesweet peace of hope in Christ, shoulddesire to make it available to othersfree of charge.

Currently we have an urgent need of$500 per month new money. That Is, weneed 10 churches or people to give $50per month, or 50 to give $10 per month,

_or. whatever combination available toreach this goal.

We made a similar plea two monthsago, and some monies came in to helpguarantee the Lisu Broadcast under LaVerne Morse's guidance. But only onechurch where Bro. Christman had spenta personal visit, sent word theyintendtojoin with the others that support GBMmonthly. They plan to send$24 per month.Praise God for them. Now we pray morewill follow suit. Use the following blankif God has laid it on your heart as anIndividual or a group to help progressthis great world-wide endeavor.

God

willing(Name)

will prayerfully attempt to supportGBM regularly in the amount of

$1_$2_$3_$4_$$_$6_$7_$8_$9 $10 $?

Will you add GBM to your prayer

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Director's Doin'sIt was my privilege to share in the

"Bible And Missions Week" of campjune22-27 at the Lake Region Christian Assembly—Cedar Lake, Indiana. On my waydown to the camp grounds I stopped atTinley Park, Illinois and visited with theLeeper family. Larry Leeper, son ofWalter and Ardis, was married the dayI arrived, Sunday morning, June 22nd, Ipreached at the Church of Christ inTinley Park. We sure appreciate thefaithful support of the brethren in thecongregation there. Although the weatherwas not the best at Cedar Lake we didhave a good week. Every day was filledwith inspiration, challenge, and fellowship. Several Bible colleges were represented as well as many other "homeandforeign" mission works. Thedaily schedule included singing, prayer, a Biblelecture, two classes, missionary messages, discussions, recreation, mission-

_ary_ interviews, preaching, missionsslides and of course eating deliciousfood.It was wonderful to hear the many reportsof what God is doing through his peoplein the world. However we were madevividly aware of the fact that the greaterportion of the world is still "untouched"for Christ. I wish that every Christiancould attend "Bible And Missions Week"because I believe it would do much toexpand the cause of world evangelism.Walter Coble came^ind spent about threedays at cedar Lake.,..it was real nicetosee you there Walter. On the 29th ofJuneI spoke at the churches in Rockfield andLafayette, Indiana. I'm thankftil for the

opportunity to get acquainted with thebrethren in these areas and to share with

them the ministry of GBM, To all of youwho- share-with us in trying to reach the

world for Christ electronically^ may Godrichly bless you.

With Christian Love and concern

That Millions More May Hear,

Cloyd Christman

The "IDEA EXCHANGE" is growing.If you would like to be in contact withyour Christian brethren throughout thenation regarding ideas and available programs to be aired on local stations,simply fill out the blank and mall it back.

I believe an "IDEA EXCHANGE" is a needed thing in our brotherhood, please putme on your mailing list if such a service should be developed.

My name is;thirst Name Middle Initial Last Name

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AM THE resurrection, andJ| the life: he that believeth

in me, though he were dead,yet shall he live. And whosoever livelhand believeth in me shall never die."

She lived, she believed, she didnot die. She stepped through eternity'sdoor, discarding the worn-out garmentsof service here and putting on a newgarment to continue serving her Lord.

Mainie Greene was born April 15,1891 in Merrick County, Nebraska. Herfamily moved to Ohio when she waseight months old. She grew up in WesternOhio and taught school there for severalyears. June 21, 1916, she was marriedto Walter Coble, a postal railway clerk,at Bryan, Ohio. After living for shortperiods in Toledo and Van Wert, Ohio,the couple moved into their home inGarrett, Indiana, where they were tolive together for nearly 50 years. Mrs.Coble passed away May 6, 1969- TheCobles have two children: Ruth (Mrs.Gordon) Cary of Fort Wayne, Ind. andWallace of Muskegon, Michigan.

In addition to raising their owntwo children, the Cobles became fosterparents of her two nephews: Merwynand Richard Greene.

On July 22, 1944, Merwyn Greenewas killed in action (World War II). Ithad been Merwyn's desire to return toto Europe following the war and preachthe Gospel to the warring nations. Fromthat time on Merwyn's dream came tobe Mrs. Cobles' dream, and eventuallyher life's work. Together with her husband, she began searching for a wayto taking the message of Christ toEurope. They started a memorial fundin Merwyn's honor, hoping to sendmissionaries to the European field.There were many heartaches and disappointments before their dreamsbecame reality and the Gospel Broadcasting Mission came into being.

On April 7, 1952, the first broadcast sponsored by the GospelBroadcasting Mission — a 15-minute,

English-language program —was beamedfrom Radio Luxembourg, greatly broadening the reach of any missionarycouple who might work in Europe. Nowthe Gospel Broadcasting Missionbroadcasts in many languages —German,Polish, Rawang, Lisa, Korean and, ofcourse, English, in many parts of theworld, reaching the countries of Europeand Asia on both sides of the Iron andBamboo Curtains, and throughout partsof Africa.

In 1965, knowing that her healthwas failing, she began to search for"other hands" to take over the responsibilities of the Gospel BroadcastingMission. July 1, 1966, all responsibilities of die mission were transferred

over to the three-couple team —Mr. andMrs. Cloyd Christman and Mr. and Mrs.Burdett Wakemanof LaCrosse, Wis. andMr. and Mrs. Walter Leeper of Tinley'Park, 111. — who now direct the work.

After Bro. Coble's retirement from

the postal system, the Cobles traveledthousands of miles, visiting churchesto raise money to pay for Gospel broadcasts. In her speaking, Mrs. Cobleoften referred to the work as a memorial

to Merwyn, saying, "He, being dead,yet speaketh."

Thus did Mainie Coble earn for

herself the epitaph: "She . . . yetspeaketh."

FROM CO-WORKERS

While much has been written and

said about our fathers' faith and our"fathers in the faith," we find verylittle mention of the faithful womenwho have had the courage and thevision to fill a need in world evangel-

LISTEN

August 1969 No. 75

Lisien is published monthly bythe Gospel Broadcasting Mission, Box199, LaCrosse, Wis. 54601. Publicationaddress: 17359 71st Court, Tinley Park,111. 60477- Second Class postage paid,Tinley Park, 111.

THE GOSPEL


Cloyd and Helen ChristmanBurdett and Eiaine Wakeman



• RADIO MONACO

• IBADAN-LAGOS, NIGERIA• TAIPEI. TAIWAN• SEOUL, KOREA• MANX, ENGLAND• MANILA, PHILIPPINES• KTW, SEATTLE, WASH.

Their Wedding Picture

ism. Today, we would like to pause andpay tribute to just such a woman.

The journeys of Abraham couldbe traced by the altars he built. Hedug a well and built altars, many ofwhich are still in.existence today. Bythese we can see where he had been.

Mainie Coble also had a part in building altars around the world. And shebuilt these altars in places where shecould never go. These altars of worshipand sacrifice are found in the hearts of

radio listeners whom she had never

met, but who became obedient to thefaith which she helped to spread throughthe Gospel Broadcasting Mission.

Instead of altars of stone, we findaltars of souls — in Europe, Asia,America and Africa — souls who have

surrendered their hearts to the LordJesus Christ and have presented theirbodies as living sacrifices unto Him.We give God the glory for these victories, however; and we thank Him forHis having used her life in such awonderful way!

Perhaps the best way in which wecan honor her today is to bring anabundance of gifts for the continuanceof the wonderful work of which she,with her husband, was co-founder; sothat the "nations of the earth mighthear the voice of the Good Shepherd"through the Gospel's call, even as

t

she, through her passing, has beengiven the opportunity to hear thatsame voice saying: "Well done, mygood and faithful servant!"

Ed and Mary FauszFrankfurt, Germany{ now on furlough)

40lh Anniversary

Just a few days before my departurefor Europe, 1 received the sad newsabout the death of our beloved Sister

Coble. Tbrou^out my trip, I thoughtabout Sister and Brother Coble. 1 am

sure that there, in the place of hereverlasting reward, she sees the fruitsof her great ministry. There she meetspeople from Poland, Russia, Germapy,England, Mexico and many other nationswho heard the Good News because

of her.

Nine years ago, when we startedthe Polish broadcast, hundreds of people in Poland, Russia and Czechoslovakia were able to hear the messagethrough radio. Now there are thousandsof listeners. When 1 met those gratefullisteners in Europe this summer, mybead was bowed in humility and gratitude before Sister Coble. It was her

desire that the Word of God would be

preached in the Polish language. Itwas her encouragement which challenged me to start the production ofthe Polish broadcast.

Sister Coble was a Christian ladyof great faith, sacrifice, dedication andaction. Her life was an inspiration tome and to all co-laborers in the GospelBroadcasting Mission. Her life willbe a shining light throughout Bro.Winnik*s and my ministries.

—Paul Bajko

FROM THE STAFF

Sister Mainie's death was somethingof a commencement; forPaul has said:"We are of good courage, I say, and arewilling rather to be absent from thebody, and to be at home with the Lord."

Her passing was a commentary onthe true values of life. While Mainie

has left this life, her purposes arebeing manifested among us. With aview of eternity and an understandingof salvation, she labored to the endthat millions might hear the Word ofGod. She and her companion, Walter,started something; and, God willing, itwill gain momentum and be yieldingresults when Jesus comes.

We of the Gospel BroadcastingMission have captured a view of thetask that we believe will complementher concern for the lost. By the sametoken, being involved in the labor ofGospel broadcasting, we will alwaysbe reminded of these who in the sunsetyears of their lives set out to do whatmany a younger couple would not havedared to do.

Sadness is a common visitor at a

time of death. To have known and loveda person is to feel her absence in avery real way. This will be Bro. Walter'sburden and experience. But he's notalone. He has the peace of mind thathis companion in life was prepared forher moment of truth. Here on earth heshall not be alone. His friends in Christare prayerfully with him. As the GBMstaff, we ourselves are his friends. Weanticipate a visit to LaCrosse by Bro.Walter that will be reminiscent ofMainie's life and prove inspirational toall of us as we press on to the goalsso dear to her heart.

Praise God for the Cobles, whohave made a mark in life that hasproved indelible; and let Mainie'smemory and Walter's presence live inthe fact that today millions can hear ofJesus the Christ.

—Burdett Wakeman

50lh Anniversary

FROM A HOST OF FRIENDS

(The following appreciations w^rechosen by Bro. Coble from among the many,many expressions of sympathy which hereceived.)

''She has many scars in her crownbecause of the work she did for the Lordwhile with us." — Jim and Betty Cannady.

"I can picture Mainie and Mother Maudemeeting at some heavenly feast. Won'tthey have a ''world' of things to talkabout?"— Norma Mazey.

"Not too many people in die world havebeen granted her privilege of bringing anawareness of God and His goodness topeople throughout tfie world." — Guy andIrene Bolam.

"Down the corridor of time, voices,youth and maturity will be born againbecause of the Seed she has sown." —Stephen and Mildred Redacre.

*We will miss her poems and ''Cobles'Capers." We remember when die GBM wasstarted." — Rex and Ruth Van Allen.

*I was thinking of her just the otherday — how • indominable and perseveringshe couid be, even in the face of muchillness ?md discouragement." —Mary McCoy.

*The two of you have made outstandingcontributions to our brotherhood life as

well as world missions.' — Galen E.Skinner.

"We pray God will bless and keep youall, and bless your efforts for buildingChrist's kingdom on earth and in heaven."— Ray and Venus Willson.

"Your sojourn here in Santa Rosa,short though it was, was ''special." I shallnever forget your visit." — Lois Stiles.

PRESENT G.B.M. DIRECTORS

Wakeman, Christman Leeper

"My sister, Bertha Armbruster, says,'She is just a little ahead of the rest ofus.' In another sense, she has been so fora long time."

"What great memories you have inyour heart." — Bob and Chlo Lillie.

*She was a grand person." —BlancheCrippin.

'The kingdom of God Is certainly aricher and far more extensive kingdombecause you two have been a part of it."- Bill Loft.

"We know that through her life, herefforts and dedication, many more soldiershave risen to the call of our Lord." — Edand Mary Fausz.

"We know that all her efforts for His

kingdom will not go unrewarded." — Boband Mary Hargrove.

of Mainie G. Coble,given by

M/M Frank Gary, Ft. Wayne, Ind.Mrs. Treva Lovette, Garrett, Ind.Marge & Ralph Koepke, Garrett, Ind.M/M Leo HolUe

Mrs. Clifton Moses

Steve & Sylvia JohnsonM/M Merle Andrews, Defiance, OhioM/M Byron Smith, Defiance, OhioM/M Ted L. Meyer, Defiance, OhioCentral City Christian Church,Central City, Neb.Walter S. Coble, Garrett, Ind.Louise Gambrel

M/M G. HyserM/M E. HeinfeldM/M Don AnweilerMrs. Barbara SnodgrassJoe B. Thompson, Ladoga, Ind.M/M Frank O. Lillie

Hazel Gerner

M/M Richard D. Greene, Columbus, OhioM/M Roy F. Horton, Eureka Springs, Ark.M. Leffler, Saybrook, 111.G. Hall, Garrett, Ind.

TO MAINiE COBLE

To one so sincere, so determined, so kind,What can we say that is fitting for one so sublime ?Her life had a goal and she fought to attain it;Discouragement and despair brought great faith to claim it.

All things were possible for the God she served;With body and soul and spirit and mind she never swerved.She faced the wind and braved the storm;For there were souls of men that needed again to be reborn.

To the English-speaking people, and to the German,To the Polish, the Nigerian and KoreanThe Gospel is preached; and men respond to the call.All glory and praise to Mrs. Coble, who gave her all!

The work goes on, and the task is growing;New laborers harvest the fruit of her sowing.

Also, more seed is sown for others to gather in;But never can we forget she who determined to begin.

She has gone before and we shall follow later.Let us gather up victories greater and greater,'Till the whole world will hear of the upHfted Christ

And respond to His call and inherit eternal life.

—Walter Leeper

Everyone loved Mrs. Coble for her sense of humor. This is one ofour favorite pictures. We don't believe il was "for real."




Oax'istl^ Ohuxchi'io Wall

Joplin. Missouri 6^01

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LISTENNEWS OF THE GOSPEL BROADCASTING MISSION

Walter and Malnie Coble, Founders

SEPTEMBER, 1969 NO, 76

Electronic Evangelism atHome And Abroad

The Gospel Broadcasting Mission staffis happy to announce a four-day care>fully planned clinic is in the making onthe use of radio and T,V, to evangelizethe world.

Thanks to President Don EarlBoatmanof the Ozark Bible College of Joplin,Missouri, the clinic promises to be aneye-opener to our brethren. When acollege with the magnitude of OzarkBible College takes an interest in sucha gathering and makes it possible, something good should happen and we believeit wiU.

There are some capable brethrenamong the Christian Churches and Churches of Christ who know the power ofthe air waves and how to use It. othersamong us*are willing to leam.

The scope is worldwide and the informed know there is a variety of techniques that can make radio and television a great tool of the gospel.

May 12, 13, 14, and 15, 1970 will finda gathering at Joplin, Missouri of theconcerned brethren determined to leamand use methods and means of reachingthe lost electronically. The actual program is currently being formulated andwill be released soon after the first ofthe year.

If you are involved in rellgous radioor television, would like to be, or simp-

Cf

ly want to leam more about it, pleaseset these dates aside and plan to attend.Plans call for special sessions in hamradio and its use among missionaries.People involved in ham radio will beinvited to tell their story of its purpose, function, and results thus far.

Special mailing will be sent to allthose listed in the current "Directoryof the Ministry" of the Christian Churches and churches of Christ who arelisted as being involved in radio andt.v. ministries. Special mailings willalso go out to those from around thenation responding to the invitation to bea part of the Idea Exchange. (See blankin this issue.)

Radio is the only means of reachingsome otherwise restricted areas withthe warmth of the human voice and itsproclamation of the Gospel. Denominational people have used the power of theair waves for years and to a greatextent. It is part of our purpose to helpschool brethren of the New TestamentChurches to use it effectively.

The convention on "Electronic Evangelism at Home and Abroad" is a giantstep forward in bringing about sucheducation. Plan to be at the OzarkBible College, Joplin, Missouri May12-15, 1970.

22ad NATIONAL

MISSIONARY

SEPTEMBER 23-26,1969CIVIC AUDITORIUM

KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE

"Not That I SeekThe Gift..."The Apostle Paul wrote to the Phill-

ppians, "Not that I seek the gift; butI seek the fruit which increases to yourcredit." Friends we do not seek yourgifts for ourselves, but rather we trulyseek fruit (souls) for your credit. Youshare in the fruit of the harvest by sharing in the partnership of this ministry.We have mentioned in previous newsletters the need to underwrite the Lisu,Rawang, and Khasl broadcasts. We cannot expand into other areas of the worlduntil these broadcasts have been underwritten. Many thousands of Lisu, Rawang and Khasl tribesmen are hearingthe precious Word of Life by the miracle of radio. Since missionaries areno longer allowed In most of theseareas of the world because of Communism, it is VERY important that vreuse this means of sowing the Seed of theGod's Word and watering it that a harvest of souls may be reaped. As asteward of God what better way couldyou find to share LIFE with so manyfor so little?? These broadcasts areonly $5.00 each and they are 15 minutes long. Each week there are 7 Lisu,1 Rawang and 1 Khasl broadcast goinjout over the transmitters of FEBC.The broadcasters are Laverne Morse,Emerys Rees and co-workers. A smallportion has been underwritten, but Gospel Broadcasting Mission still needsabout $40,00 per week to pay for theradio time. Please pray about it andlet us know what God can do throughyou to help underwrite this importantministry. Your love offerings for thiswork should be marked, "Tribal Broadcasts". Thank you and God bless you.

Through Prayer.V'k '̂̂A Peaceful

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EACH SIDE OF THIS VITAL

PAPER. TOTAL READING TIME,IF READ LEISURELY, LESSTHAN TEN MINUTES. THE RE

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Box 199, Lacrosse, Wis, 54601



•RADIO LUXEMBOURG♦RADIO MONACO

♦IBADAN-LAGOS,NIGERU•TAIPEI, TAIWAN•SEOUL, KOREA•MANX, ENGLAND♦MANILA, PHIUPPINES♦KTW, SEATTLE, WASH.

We are encouraged today to see thatmany congregations of Christians in"our brotherhood" are waking up to the&ct that world evangelism (Missions)is the primary mission of the church. Inthe last 20 years mission growth hasincreased about 1,000%. Cffie of thefactors making it possible to send outmore laborers into the harvest field isthe Faith-Promise Rally. The Faith-Promise Rally has produced some amazing results. If your congregation is i^n-ning a Faith-Promise Rally why notInclude "Electronic Evangelism" on theprogram. This is one very Importantway to share the Gospel with the world.

From KoreaSoongook Choi, producer of the

"Search The Scriptures" broadcast InKorea, sent word saying that the interestinL.an(Lresponsfi..to the broadcast continues to climb, over a three monthperiod there were 279 letters received.Some of them were what Soongook described as "funny"...people asking himto find employment forthemin the "nameof Christ", others were very thoughtprovoking and challenging. Of those whoexchanged correspondence and had localministers call some 36 began to attendchurch services and meetings. LavemeMorse on his South East Asian tour thissummer made a three day stoplnKorea.He stayed in the home of the Choifamily and visited the Korea EvangelisticMission, the Bible College and area churches. He spoke 5tlmes..„Soongooksays,bringing us valuable advice and challenge. The Choi family is planning tocome to the USA this Fall for furthereducation and to share the ministry ofChrist in Korea with the people here.Please pray for them in their needsand ministry.

Camp La MoineTakes OfferingFor G.B.M.

our program director was featuredspeaker this year at Family camp,August 22-24 at Camp LaMoine, Illinois.His theme for six sessions was "TheHoly Spirit",

^fore some of the sessions got tothe assigned subject, brief statementswere made about GBM, A display wasalso set up, Sunday morning duringthe Bible School hour Bro,Wakemanwasasked to bring a detailed account of thework and purpose of the Gospel Broadcasting Mission. This was qute a privilege and greatly appreciated.

The Family Camp was a great success,Bro. Wakeman was quite surprised whentwo offerings totaling $154 were takenfor the mission. Nothing had been saidof such an offering when the invitationto speak and teach at the camp wasfirst received. Thanks to a great gathering of people for the hearing and thegift. We trust we will remain in theirprayers.

We would be hapi:^ to come and sharein such a rally If you would let us knowfar enough in advance so that we couldplan for It. I will be attending a Faith-Promise Rally at Markle, Indiana September 17-21, They have tried and proven that this plan really works. We appreciate the faithful support of the Marklechurch co-working with GBM, Anotherfactor in mission growth I believe is theNational Missionary Convention. Thisconvention does much to give God'speople a vision of the need of worldevangelism and to challenge everyoneto fill the need by letting God workthrough them. I plan to be in Knox-ville, Tennessee, Lord willing, for thisyears convention, GBM will have a booththere and we hope that many of you willbe stopping by for a visit. Pray for andsupport the National Missionary Convention. Don't forget to pray regularlyfor GBM...we need your prayerful concern and support, "that millions moremay bear."

GBM Booth at NACC

\ ly The "IDEA EXCHANGE" is growing.HI would like to be In contact with

r'TlH your Christian brethren throughout thenation regarding ideas and available pro-

*- grams to be aired on local stations,' simply fill out the blank and mail It back.

I believe an "IDEA EXCHANGE" Is a needed thingIn our brotherhood. Please putme on your mailing list if such a service should be developed.

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NEWS OF THE GOSPEL BROADCASTING MISSIONWalter and Mainie Coble, Founders

October 1969No. 77

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Walter Coble

'Buried with Him

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Yoruba evangelist who did translationwork for the Baughntans and his family.The baby is new.

ROUND-UP

COOPERATION is the meansthrough which the Gospel Broadcasting Mission gets its task

done. We sponsor as many radiobroadcasts of the Gospel message aswe are able to finance; but without the"men behind the mikes," who make thetapes in the various languages, and themen and women who contact those whohave heard the message and followthrou^ bycorrespondence andpersonalvisits until, and even after, those contacts have been won to Christ, the jobwould not be completed.

At the present time, the GospelBroadcasting Mission raises funds andunsnarls the red tape to purchase airtime to send the Gospel message asfar and as effectively as we can throughradio. Others, cooperating with us, dothe rest of the work. In this issue ofListen, we gather together some newsitems from those "who carry on afterthe broadcast is over." Each is responsible for any expenses necessary forthe carrying on of his share of theradio work, other than the actual purchase cost of air time. Each gladlycooperates with the Gospel Broadcasting Mission because he believes thatradio is an effective way of reachingmen with the Gospel.

Who gets the credit for the soulsthus won? May we answer you with astatement made by Ed Fausz: Withso many people and missions involvedon one conversion (and don't forget,you have had a part, too, througji yourgifts and prayers), who is to receivethe credit for finally winning them toChrist? Our LORD, of course, andthis is exactly as it should be! Therefore, we give HIM the glory!"

PolandPaul Bajko, professor of Missions

at Eastern Christian College, for manyyears made the tapes for GBM's Polish-language broadcast over Radio Monaco.These tapes are now prepared by Bro.Boleslaw Winnik. However, Bro. Bajkoand Bro. Winnik also carry on an extensive follow-up program through Christian literature, publishing of songbooks and relief work. Their other workis inextricably tied together with theirradio work.

This summer Bro. Bajko made atrip to Europe and we bring you someof the highlights of that journey. Comments by the editor which serve to tietogether or explain things with whichall of you may not be familiar are initalics and in parentheses.

(continued to page 2)

LISTENOctober 1969 No. 77

Listen is published monthly bythe Gospel Broadcasting Mission, Box199, LaCrosse, Wis. 54601. Publicationaddress: 173S9 7 1st Court, Tinley Park,111. 60477. Second Class postage paid,Tinley Park, 111.

THE GOSPEL




• RADIO LUXEMBOURG• RADIO MONACO• IBADAN-LAGOS, NIGERIA• TAIPEI, TAIWAN• SEOUL, KOREA• MANX, ENGLAND

• MANILA, PHILIPPINES• KTW, SEATTLE. WASH.

DIRECTOR'S DOIN'S

I realize that

some of the informa-

flp tion la this column1^1 • is almost "ancient

y us up to date. The

family journeyed withme to Detroit, Mich,

to attend the North American ChristianConvention. It was a fine conventionand we were grateful to be there as afamily representing the Gospel Broadcasting Mission. Many people stoppedby the GBM booth to visit us.

Following the convention I wasbusy preparing to teach in a youthcamp. The camp I attended was Chris-tiari Harbor, ^ich is located in northwest Wisconsin. The teen-agers in thiscamp were very active and kept usteachers on our toes. It was a goodcamp and"victories for our Lord werewon through His help. There wereseveral baptisms, rededications andpublic announcements for specializedChristian service.

During the month of August wetook our vacation and worked at thehome base for GBM. On Labor Dayweekend we drove to Norfolk, Neb. andleft our oldest daughter, Kay, there toattend Nebraska Christian College.

Although this is the October issueof Listen, the articles must be writtenin September; so I am looking forwardto the following activities for September. The "Gospel Chariot" must becleaned, waxed and prepared for somelong trips in behalf of GBM. There is

correspondence and other things to doin preparation for these trips. I amlooking forward to a fellowship ofsharing in the "Faith-Promise Rally"at Markle, Ind., Sept. 17-21. Throughtheir Faith-Promise program, the Marklechurch is doing a good job of supporting the cause of world evangelism, andwe are grateful for their partnershipwith us in this radio ministry.

From the rally in Markle, I will goto Knoxville, Tenn. and participate inthe National Missionary Convention.We will have a booth there. Octoberwill find me at a Mission Rally inLaCrosse, Wis., a state convention inMadison, Wis., and speaking to churchesin the Indianapolis, Ind. area.

YOV are very important to the success and growth of this radio ministry. . .for without God working throughyou, there would be no Gospel Broad-

-casting Minion.- So-may the- Lord "continue to bless you all as you share inthis important task of "sounding forththe Word of Life."

With Christian Love and ConcernThat Millions More May Hear,

Cloyd Christman

QoJde'4^ Qcup^eA^-Dear Friends:

Mrs. Leeper says to keep up the"Capers" as long as I wish; but thereisn't the fun in it there used to be.Dick Lash said we had not grown oldgracefully, but hilariously.

I am not bitter. The Lord gave herto me for almost 52 years; and I amsure I did more for the Lord than Iwould have otherwise done, had I notbeen married to such a job-jar-filler asMainie.

I don't know as yet just what myfuture will be. I like my music prettyloud, so it gets to my ears good; but aperson with normal hearing would notenjoy it. So for the present I shall stayat home and make frequent visits tothe children.

To the many friends we have metduring the years: God bless you, anddon't forget Mainie's zeal for the Gospel Broadcasting Mission and all God'svineyard. We are so thankful that Heraised up- laborers before we had todrop the great work.

May more millions continue to hear,is my prayer.

Walter Coble,

Fall Round-up{continued from page 1)

"Due to our extensive ministry inPoland, it is our policy to visit Polandevery three to five years during thesummer months. The first visit wasmade in I960, and the second in 1963.The next visit was planned for 1968;but my visa was denied by the Polishgovernment without any explanation,and the trip was postponed until thisyear. Despite this, I planned my trip toother European countries, especiallyCzechoslovakia, where we have thousands of radio listeners and receiversof our literature. But hope was notgiven up for receiving a visa to Poland.

"May 15, I departed aboard the SSPrance; and immediately after my landing in Europe, I went to the PolishEmbassy. Before going there, I openedthe Bible and my eyes fell on Mark9:23- 'Jesus said unto him: If thoucanst believe, all things are possibleto him that believeth.' Without anyhesitation, I thanked God for answeringmy prayers. One hour after entering thePolish Embassy, I had in my possession a Polish visa! In the next fewhours I was on my way to Poland. Dueto my other schedule, I was able tostay in Poland only five days, butwhat a glorious time I had!

"Saturday, May 24, at 6:14 p.m., Iwas met at the train in Warsaw by a

i5» HememlHOHce

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of Mrs. Eva May Faulkner of FortWayne, Ind., long-time supporter ofGBM, given by Mr. and Mrs, Everett C.Somers of Fort Wayne, $15.

of Betty Valentine of Garrett, Ind.,given by Walter S. Coble, $5.

of Mainie G. Coble of Garrett, Ind.,given by her husband, Walter S, Coble$50.

of Mainie G. Coble, given byWilliam Folprecht, East Northport,N.Y., $5.

have freedom to worship and peopleredeem the time. I found that at everyservice people pray and preachers haveto ask people to be short in prayersbecause there are hundreds who want

to pray. I found that there is a shortageof Christian literature. ... I received

requests to come back as soon as possible, but for longer visits becausethere are many places to go and topreach."

W Fall Round-up(continued from page 2)

large group of preachers and Christian have freedoiworkers. Preachers from all parts of redeem the tPoland were waiting for a special service peop!meeting which lasted until three or to ask peopfour o'clock in the morning. May 25 because therwas very busy. I preached for both to pray. I fouservices in the Church of Christ, of ChristianPulawska Street. The house of the requests to cLord was filled to its capacity, sible, but fBetween the services I had at least 30 there are m;

personal conferences with preachers preach."and workers-

(The next three days were more ofthe same: busy, busy, busy, withpreaching services and personal con-ferences.) ''Then I had to leave Polandby midnight. May 28 for Czechoslovakia.It was a most exciting and glorioustrip! In four days the work of ten dayswas accomplished."

Czechoslovakia

(We continue with Paul Bajko'saccount of his trip to Europe.)

"Our acquaintance with the peoplein Czechoslovakia began a few yearsago, thanks to our Polish broadcastfrom Monaco. We received hundreds of

letters every year with petitions forChristian literature, songbooks andBibles.

"Because I had not had much

promise of receiving a visa for Poland,I had planned to go to Czechoslovakiafor two weeks. However, the Lordopened the door to Poland. I went toCzechoslovakia directly from Poland.

"The impression I got after crossing the border from Poland to Czechoslovakia is hard to describe; but it wasa favorable impression. I had gonethere to meet people whom I had nevermet before —people whose names wereknown to me only from correspondence."

(There is no Church of Christ ~Ctyristian Church movement as it is

known in America and Poland in

Czechoslovakia. The Church of theBrethren is very close doctrinally.Dro. Bajko received many opportunitiesto preach and to talk with many churchgroups who were using literature andmaterials prepared by the Departmentof A(;ss/o«s at Eastern Christian College. All of them "admired the structureof the church, the Scriptural practiceand the simplicity of worship as it ispracticed by the Churches of Christ.")

"What did I find in Czechoslovakia?I found that at the present time people

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Ed and Mary Fausz at the NorthAmerican Convention.

West GermanyAlva Phillips of the Black Forest

Christian Mission recently reported:"The angels in heaven rejoiced alongwith the Christians here as Bro. and

Sister Bruckner were buried with their

Lord in Christian baptism. As theycame out of the water, tears of joystreamed down their faces. Their onlyremark was, 'Now, we are truly children of God.' This couple had beenlistening to Bro. Ed Fausz's radiobroadcast for several years, hadreceived his sermons regularly, andstudied them."

Eastern Europe"Although Communism has closed

the door to Eastern Europe so thatopen and free evangelism is not possible, radio has opened many doors tothe people's hearts. We are constantlyreceiving letters from these souls whorisk persecution and imprisonment,telling us about themselves and theblessings they receive from our broadcasts. Only God knows how many soulsare being reached for Him in this manner." — Ed Fausz.

Nigeria

Don Haughman holding one of thesnakes which he uses in leaching. Notepalm-kema! man in the tree.

Don and Marianne Baughman begantheir 14th year of work as missionariesin Nigeria in September. They haveworked in the establishment of churches

in western and eastern Nigeria. Theybroadcast weekly and follow up theirradio contacts with correspondencecourses.

"There are always lessons to gradeon the 'Search the Scriptures' correspondence course. We are now offeringthe course in Yoruba. All the transla

tion was recently completed and it iscatching on well. I do have an evangelist to help to grade the Yoruba.There was a recent baptism in theLagos area. One man asked to havesomeone sent to him, and PastorMomodu of Bariga talked with him andbaptized him. We are grateful for theconstant prayers for our work inNigeria,and know that we are being blessedconstantly."

"We enjoyed this recent letter froma member of the Nigerian Air Force:

'Dear Sir: I am in receipt of yourcertificate of award. And I thank youvery much for all the lessons that youhave been sending to me. I must befrank with you that I have gained a lotfrom your lessons. May I know fromyou, sir, whether you can still sendmore of your lessons to me. I wouldlike to be fed with the words of God.

1 will be very much grateful if thisrequest can be granted. 1 have beenstruggling to have a transistor radioso that I may be enjoying your lessonson the air every Sunday, but I could notmeet up. And I know by the grace ofGod I will buy one. I am waiting foryour reply. I also received a copy ofthe book entitled Living Water (Gospelof John). Thanks.'"

Korea

Soongook Choi, producer of theGBM-sponsored radio program, broadcast from Seoul, should be in theStates; but as we prepare this copy forpress we have not heard definitelythat he has arrived. He has this tosay:

•The Communist threats are ever

more growing. It is told that their(North Korea's) air, land and sea warmachines are far superior to those ofthe Republic (South Korea). Unable toproduce for some reason or to cultivatebetter defense weaponry, this countryis heavily depending upon the good willand will-and-strategy-to-defend-Koreaof the United States. The open challenge of the Communists in the form ofarmed guerilla infiltration and murderof non-combatants living in remoteareas is growing. The uneasy Demilitarized Zone is only about 27 milesfrom our home. A dovish idealist mayeasily point a way to peace, but it isdifficult not to prepare for defense inthe face of increasing threats causedby Communist expansionism."

Italy

India

There is now a weekly broadcastin the Khasi language going out overthe facilities of the Far East Broadcasting Co. in the Philippines. Khasiis one of the tribal languages of theAssam area of India. These broadcastsare prepared by the "Khasi BroadcastGroup," composed of the Archie Fair-brothers, Joy Evans, Warren and EmrysRees, all of whom have worked on themission field in Assam and BnasanUriah, a native of the area studying atMinnesota Bible College. This is oneof the group of tribal»language broadcasts being supervised by LaVerneMorse.

"The average person in Indiadoesn't have a radio, does he? Isn't itonly the most wealthy people in anarea that can have radios ?

"This is a common misunderstand

ing. LaVerne Morse often points outthat in Southeast Asia transistors arehung from bullocks' horns, and they areplaced on bamboo porches so that people in the town can gather around andlisten to the radio. This is also true ofIndia." — Emrys Rees.

Europe

Charles and Mary Frances Phippshave concluded their furlough andreturned to Italy. They are now settledin Terracina, from whence they Handleby correspondence a great deal of thefollow-up of the English-language program broadcast over Radio MANX,England.

They tell of a "recent postal strike,amounting to a national disaster —especially for those who count heavilyon international mail." We can under

stand the great backlog of work that isnow upon them, as they attempt tocatch up on their correspondence workand keep up with their other responsibilities as well.

"Ourplea is fordedicated Christianpeople to prepare themselves to laborwith us in perhaps the ripest harvestfield in the world —Europe. Somehow,American Christians have the strangequirk of believing that people as civilized as Europeans are not quite aslost as the Hottentot in Africa, or theInca of South America. This simply isnot true. A man outside of Jesus Christis a lost soul condemned to hell whetherhe wears a bone in his nose and carriesa spear, or wears a derby and carriesan umbrella. Over 200 million souls in

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Europe are living in such dense darkness spiritually that they have yet tosee a copy of the Bible." (RickDeightou, Alpine Christian Mission.)

America

God still answers prayer. A fewdays before the preparing of the copyof this issue for press, our director,Cloyd Christman, came into the Leeperhome on his way to the National Missionary Convention. With him he hadthe reimbursement check for the twoprevious mailings of Listen and astory to tell. It is the story that isimportant.

The Gospel Broadcasting Missionwas out of funds! The bills were pilingup! The Charles Street Church of Christin LaCrosse, Wis. (where two of thedirectors and the advisory board worship) was called together and told that"concentrated prayer" was necessary.We must have $1,400 by a specifieddate. The LaCrosse church went toprayer. When the specified date arrived,$1,700 had come in! One donor had fellthe urgency so much that his check hadcome in air mail!

Cloyd says, "Our bills are not allpaid; but the ones that were 'due yesterday' are paid."

We CAN do the job of putting theGospel on the air; but it means "concentrated prayer.* In our case, it meanspraying specifically for funds for theGospel Broadcasting Mission. Are youwith us?


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Higher EducationStressing Broadcasting

Colleges and universities reflect thenation's needs in the courses they offer.Broadcasting has become such a majorIndustry that 147 colleges and universities, according to a recent report inthe International Christian Broadcaster,now offer one or more degrees in broadcasting.

A survey, it was reported, was madeby the National Association of Broad -casters and it revealed that one hundredand forty-seven colleges and universities offer bachelor's degrees, 75 master's degrees, and 18 doctor's degrees.Altogether 204 schools provided material for the survey and revealed thata total of 2,748 radio and televisioncourses are available at participatingcolleges and universities.

The Gospel Broadcasting Mission realizes that to betrulyeffectiveforChristwe need to encourage Christian youngpeople to enter the field of broadcasting and television that they in turn cancounsel the church in Its use of the

media.

It would be hoped some young peoplewill take courses and degrees at collegeswith the intent of serving the cause ofChrist in radio and television minis

tries.

Statement of Ownershipand Managennent

Listen is a monthly publication of theGospel Broadcasting Mission, Box 199,La Crosse, Wls. 54601, cloyd Christ-man, Director. The Gospel BroadcastingMissloD is a mission set up for the purpose of propagating the Gospel of JesusChrist ihrougbout the world by means ofradio and receives its support from giftsand offerings from congregations andindividuals affiliated withthechurchesofChrist/Christian churches. The GospelBroadcasting Missionis registered underthe laws of the state of Wisconsin.

Ownership and management of Listenbelong to the Gospel Broadcasting Mission and are cared for by the editors:Mr. and Mrs. Walter Leeper, 17359 71stCourt, Tinley Park, lil.60477.Subscription costs are met from yearly contributions.

To help facilitate these needs we hereat GBM are laying the groundwork toward education in the field of radio andtelevision for Christians. One of ourBible Colleges has been approached andthe first step in a liaison program hasbeen made between it and a secularschool with the hope of establishing sucha program in the not too distant future.

Watch your monthly issue of"LISTEN" for more information as thisprogram takes form. Readers of "LISTEN" will be among the first to know.

"Electronics EvangelismClinic" Shaping Up

We're excited and believe brethrenaround the nation will have cause to betoo as they see the scheduled clinic on"Electronic Evangelism" take shape.

God willing' May 12-15, 1970 will seethe clinic in action. Plans are being madeto deal with theory and reality. Whatbroadcasting the Gospel should be accomplishing as opposed to what it isaccomplishing, the subject of financingreligious programming, the advantagesand disadvantages of Christian radiostations and commercial stations, andhow to best use each of them—subjectslike these will be expounded on, expressed, and discussed at the clinicto be held at te Ozark Bible Collegeat Joplln, Missouri.

The exact program is still beingformulated, but already it is obviousit will be bursting with Inspiration andeducation. Speakers have been contactedand the responses are coming In. Sofar It looks as If we're heading for agood experience in theis, our first "Elec -tronic Evangelism Clinic." A similarclinic was held by our people many yearsago at Lincoln, Illinois, and BrotherBurdett Wakeman still recalls its tremendous impact. We trust this one willprove equally meaningful. Matter offact,it seems the brotherhood is more mind

ful of its need than in the past.watch the "LISTEN" for more de

tails and plan now to attend the "Electronic Evangelism Clinic" at the OzarkBible College, Joplln, Missouri nextMay 12, 13, 14, and 15th.

NO. 78

Ktiasi BroadcastUnderwritten

Our hearts are joyful as we sharewith you the good news about the Khaslbroadcast. The youth of the CharlesStreet Chruch of Chrl^ in La Crosse,Wisconsin have decided to underwritethe cost of the radio time for thistribal broadcast. They are doing thisIn addition to their tithe and Faith-

Promise giving. This broadcast, produced by Bana Uriah and his co-worders,goes Into the Khasi hills of Indiathroughthe transmitters o^ FEBC In Manila,Philippines. Many letters of response arebeing received by the producers. Prayfor the Holy Spirit to accomplish Hiswork through these brethren. CharlesStreet youth...may the Lord help you tokeep your commitment to this work sothat thousands will hear. God bless you.

IDEA EXCHANGE

CATCHING ON"I think that IDEA EXCHANGE which

you have been publishing in 'LISTEN'is really great. Christian specialistsneed to pool Information so that thetotal cause of Christ might go forwardmore than ever before. Please count

me In on the IDEA EXCHANGE."La Verne MorseSouth East Asia Evangelizing

Mission

"I believe an IDEA EXCHANGE is aneeded thing in our brotherhood, pleaseput me on your mailing list If such aservice should be developed."

Richard w. Nischan, Business Mgr.Platte Valley Bible CollegeScotts Bluff, Nebraska

Names are coming in from Christianpeople who are interested in proclaiming the Word of God through the airwaves from around the nation and Canada.Sometime ago we mailed a special communique to those whose names we thenhad on the list of the IDEA EXCHANGE,More names have come in since, and anew communique will go out to thecomplete list soon after the first of theyear. We want to get the news of the"Electronic Evangelism" clinic to beheld next May in Joplln, Missouri tothese people far in advance. Our nextcommunique will carry special information about the clinic.

CONT. ON BACK PAGE

Sponsors Needed To

Guarantee Broadcasts

GBM is trying to create a progressiveprogram of reaching the lost by radio .To make sure we can continue presentprogramming and develop new broadcasts, we need churches and individualswho will assume the actual cost of specific broadcasts.

Churches and any Christians who wouldlike to have a part in sponsoring specific gospel programs can do so by writing for information regarding the programs, who are doing them, results,etc., write:

Cloyd Christmanc/o Gospel Broadcasting MissionP.O. Box 199La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601

IDEA EXCHANGE CONT.

Those on the exchange include ministers and workers who are anxious tobe effective for Christ in the field ofbroadcasting, and we believe many ofthem will make a special effort to attend the clinic.

If you have not yet signed up for theIDEA EXCHANGE, let us tell you briefly what it is all about. We believe thereis power in numbers, and expeciallywhen those numbers consist of bornagain Christians, it is our hope to establish a "brain trust", so to speak,of all who are interested in radio andtelevision programming forChrist.Currently we haven't the personnel to service this exchange, but trust God willprovide the help as we get advancedto where it will prove a new and neededdimension.

Letters and names on blanks like thefollowing indicate that the IDEAEXCHANGE is rapidly expressing Itselfas a must. Pray that God will open thedoor by providing voluntary but dedicated help soon. In the meantime, Bur-dett Wakeman, our program director,will get out the next communique andcontinue to lay the foundation for whatwe hope will prove a real boon to Christian broadcasting by true-to-the Biblepreachers and teachers.

If you are interested in being in onthe ground floor of the IDEA EXCHANGE,return the blank with the information

called for.

Director's DoinsThe Faith-Promise Rally heldinMar-

kle, Indiana Sept. 14-21 was arealthriUler. Harvey Bream, Jr. did a wonderfuljob of challenging all who attended andthe goal of $28,000 was surpassed bymore than $3,000. I appreciated beingasked to share in that rally, representingGBM. From Markle I drove to Knox-ville, Tennessee. The National Missionary Convention, which was held inKnox-ville, was one of the finest I have beenprivileged to attend. Dean Uhls,adeaconfrom the Charles Street Church in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, flew to Knoxvlllefor the convention. He helped me drivethe "Gospel Chariot" back home afterwe had a very enjoyable fellowship withthe Forrest Avenue Christian Church onSunday Sept. 28th..thank you folks. Themonth of October was a busy one witha Mission Rally at the 8th and Casschurch in Lacrosse, Wisconsin; the StateConvention in Madison, Wisconsin; andthree speaking appointments in the Indianapolis, Indiana area. I presented theGospel Broadcasting Mission ministry tothe East 38th Street Christian Church,Woodland Springs Christian Church, andthe Traders Point Christian Church(Indianapolis). Thank you folks for yourinterest, concern, and love offerings.On the 9th of November I was in Nap-erville, Illinois sharing with the brethrenat the Central Christian Church. Interestwas good and they presented us with agood offering for our immediate needs.Lord willing I will be in Janesville,

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Wisconsin on the 16th of November.

We do Thank God often for all of youwho co-labor with us in "Sounding ForthThe Word Of Life." May God increaseour efforts to the glory of His Name.Grace, Mercy & Peace be with you all.

That Millions More May Hear,Cloyd christman

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Emrys ReesBana Uriah

Khasi

LaVerne and Lois Morse

Tribal Languages

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Waller and Ardis LeeperPublication

Don and Marianne BaughmanNigeria

Mary Frances and Charles PhippsRadio MANX

Mr. and Mrs. Edward Fausz - GermanMr. and Mrs. Boleslaw Winnik - Polish

Mr. and Mrs. Soongook Choi - KoreanWalter S. Coble

Torn from the map of Africa, thecountry of Nigeria seenas but a

very small part of that vast continent.But it has a population of 62,187,000(l'J69 World Book Year Book) —62,187,000 souls, each entitled tohear the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In 1956, Don and Marianne Baugh-man went to Nigeria to do their part ingiving the Gosp>eI to Nigeria. In 1961,they began "preaching over the air,"sponsored by the Gospel BroadcastingMission. By January 1962, the programwas heard regularly each Sunday morning over the Western Nigeria Broadcasting System — the stations ofIbadan and Lagos.

The voice of radio, of course,reaches beyond the geographical andpolitical borders of Nigeria. TheGospel message on the air waves isjust abeginning —the very beginning —not planting the seed — not preparingthe soil — it is finding the field.

When a "field* has been found, ittakes much patient work on the part ofmissionaries and native ministers,teaching through correspondencecourses and personal contact, beforethe harvest of a soul can be reaped.In this article, Marianne Baughmangives us a "peek" at some of theexperiences encountered while "farming" God's vineyard.

NATIVE DOCTOR

In the village of Egun Tedo,Francis Olorunfemi* teaches the people that Jesus is the Son of God, thatthey should love Him and serve Him.But when the trials do come, it is oftenthe witch doctor to whom the peopleflee.

Not long ago the witch doctor laydying. He called ioc Francis to come.The small room was dark. The witch

doctor lay on the mud floor. Men andwomen hovered over the sick man. In

and out of the house they went, shaking their heads.

"My sons," the old man said toFrancis, "you teach them." Francishad to listen carefully to the diinvoice. "You speak the truth.*

Qod'̂ Vme4jaA<i'You believe?" Francis asked him,

and the man nodded. "There is

time . . Francis began. The old manshook his head.

"My life is over. My work is finished. You must teach . . ."

"1 will do it," Francis told him."I have helped no one. You will

help them."One teen-age son came into the

room, glanced at his father and slippedhis hand under some clothing.

"You take the money!" a womanscreamed, coming in behind him. Theboy's hand came from under the cloth-

Francis and Family

ing empty. He was trying to steal hisfather's money, Francis knew, beforethe old man died.

Francis and the old man sorrowfullywatched the son leave, the late afternoon sun casting the young man'sshadow across the floor.

"My sons ..." The old man turnedhis face to the wall and died.

Today, Francis is still attemptingto teach the sons. One scxi is follow

ing in his father*s footsteps. The idoltemple is again flourishing. The otherson comes to die church whenever the

doors are open.'{Francis Olorunfemi became a

Christian listening to Laurence Ebak,who then preached at the lu aya church inI.agos. Francis interpreted Lau rence'ssermons into Yoruba. Lawrence spokeFfic and English. When l.awTencereturned to his own people in EasternNigeria, Francis gat e up a very goodjob and carried the Good News to hishome town of Egun. Francis is alsothe one who translated the correspondence lessons of the "Search theScriptures" radio program into Yoruba.He does the grading of the Yoruba lessons when they are returned. He is anitinerate evangelist and comes to themission compound every Wednesday,and often on other days also.)

HEAL THE SICK

Deep in the rain forest of southernNigeria, about three miles north of themission, there is a small village. Thehouses arc built in a circle, makingthe center of the village a yard for allof the houses and the courtyard of theidol temple.

Here lives one old baba who

believes that Jesus is the Son of God.His daughter, Dorcas, the only livingchild of ten children, lay very ill onher mat on the floor. The old man

attempted to feed her. She did not wantfood. He prayed and tried to help her;but she only grew worse.

On the Lord's Day, a young manarrived in the village for the worshipservice. All of the women had been

worrying the old man about the girl:"Call the witches," they said, "Buy agoat and we will kill it ^or sacrifice."The girl tried to rise to go to theservice. She fainted, and everybodyran away —all but the old man and theyoung man. They laid her back on themat.

*Is there no one to whom we cango?* the young man asked.


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Judy (14)

Lisa (11), Rulhic (15), Jane (9)

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December 1969 No. 79Listen is published monthly by

the Gospel Broadcasting Mission, Box199, LaCrosse, Wis. 54601. Publicationaddress: 17359 7 1st Court, Tinley Park,111. 60477. Second Class postage paid,Tinley Park, 111.

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DIRECTOR'S DOIN'St December will be"home-base month"

work on my schedulefor the New Year of

1970, along withother plans for thegrowth and outreach

of Gospel Broadcasting Mission.December is often a difficult

month to secure speaking appointmentsbecause of the holiday season. Ifyou would like to have a representativefrom the Gospel Broadcasting Missioncome and visit "your* church in 1970,NOH' would be a good time to makeyour plans as some dates are alreadyfilled. If you need literature and additional information on this radio minis

try, please contact us. O! Yes! Andwhile we are on this subject, let metell you about our slides.

GBM has a set of slides with

comments ready for use. You may usethem by writing to Mission Services,Box 368, Joliet, IL 60434 and askingfor The GBM Story slides.

It is our prayer that you will havea joyful holiday season; and may theblessings of God rest upon each of you.We trust that in your plans for sharingthis season you will remember to gobeyond your regular giving to GBM andmake it possible for us to enter thenew year in the "black.* We want sovery much to grow, enlarging our services to other missionaries; but this wecannot do while operating "in the red."To all of you who have undergirded

this ministry through your faithfulprayers and gifts we say again,"THANK YOU," and God bless you.Let's fill the "air waves* with hopethrough Christ, not only at this seasonof the year, but all year long.

"... Christ in you the hope ofglory." (Col. 1:27).

With Christian Love and Concern

That Millions More May Hear,Cloyd Christman

QoJde,''i. Qcupe/iA,We are very sorry to have to

announce that the October issue of

Listen contained the final Coble's

Capers. This is Bro. Coble's decision.We know that you will miss this colorful column. We shall do our best to

keep you informed as to how Bro. Cobleis getting along. We suggest that yousend him a note from time to time at

his home address: 208 S. Guilford,Garrett, Indiana 46738.

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2(hUh(^RememlpioMce

of Marvin A. Poper of St. Joe, Ind.,given by Mr. and Mrs. Everett C.Somers of Fort Wayne, $15.

of Mainie G. Coble of Garrett, Ind.,given by Harold and Ruth Barnes,$5; by Manchester Church of ChristMissionary Society, Clinton, Ohio,$25; by Mr. and Mrs. Harry Tanner,Newton, 111.; and by Mrs. RobertHendershot, Turner, Ore.

Farming God's Vineyard(Continued from page 2)

"There is a missionary who hashelped us before. But he is severalmiles away."

"I will go for the missionary," theyoung man told the Baha. "I know notthe way. Send someone with me.* SoMama made ready for the journey. Theywalked the three miles to the mission

station.

"Ekasan (good afternoon)," theywere greeted by Don and Marianne.Mama smiled and the young man introduced himself.

"The daughter of Baba is ill.""Can she walk?" Don asked. (This

was asked to determine the seriousness

of the illness.)"No. She fainted when she tried

to stand."

"I will come," Don told him. Wegave them food, and Don took medicines and drove back to the villageover the badly torn up dirt road. Hebrought Dorcas back to the missionand the next morning took her to thedoctor. Dysentary, infection, malariaand malnutrition — medicines were

sent back with her. For one week we

gave her the medicines four times aday with eggnogs (she could eat nofood); and though at first she couldnot rise, she gradually improved.Prayers of thanks were offered to God.

{Continued on page 4)

FARMING GOD'S VINEYARD(Continued from poge 3)

The old Baha went happily backhome to report that his daughter wasgetting well* and to harvest his crop.The people laughed at him. Theybelieved that she had died. Now theyare no longer laughing; for Dorcas iswalking among them.

"{Several months before this, Dorcashad watched her sister who lay ill for17 days before we were called to hell).We took the sister to the hospital rightaway and the doctor diagnosed tetanus— lockjaw — or meningitis and treatedher; but she died.)

I WANT MY BAPTISM

The sign at the entrance to theWest Africa Christian Mission reads:

WEST AFRICA CHRISTIAN MISSION

"SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES"10:00 a.m. Each Sunday

W. N. B. S.

(Western Nigeria Broadcasting System)

Marianne handles the correspondence for the radio program, includingthe grading of lessons of the correspondence course.

One of the questions is: "Whathelp have you found while taking thiscourse.'"

Recently, a young man answeredthis question: "I learned that I must bebaptized. Please send someone to me."

We asked Pastor Hussein Momodu(Who-sane Mo-mo-do), a convertedMoslem of the Bariga church, to go andtalk with this young man. In a suburbof Lagos, in a modest room, Husseinasked him, "Do you believe that Jesusis the Son of God ?"

"Yes, and I want my sins to bewashed away."

They then went together to theLagos lagoon; and there, in the presence of many witnesses, the youngmanwas baptized into Christ Jesus.

LIVING WATER

When Don Baughman travels, hecarries Scripture portions with him. Wekeep many on hand fc* the "Search theScriptures" radio program. We allgathered around the car one day whenhe was leaving.

"Do you have any Lii'ing Water(Gospel of John) stamped?" he askedMarianne.

"No, but I have Top Priority(Sermon on the Mount) stamped,"Marianne said, and went to get them.

"I have Living Water," JerianneSmith (five years old) said, "but it'snot stamped!" (By stamped, we meanthat it has our address on it so a person can contact us if he wants to.)

The flailcr Smith family — co-workers with ihc Baughmans in Nigeria.Lefl to right: Fddie Ann, Jerianne,Waller and Keith. Jerianne is the"littlest missionary."

Later, Jerianne ran home, broughtout all of her Junior Lifers she hadcollected and went out to the end of

the driveway and sat down. As the people came by —women and children withloads of clothes or pails on their heads(going or coming from the local stream)— she held out a paper. They eachtook a paper and went on down the road.

One girl stopped. "How much?" sheasked.

"No pence," said Jerianne, shakingher head. The girl just stared at her.

"I dash you," Jerianne said spontaneously, knowing the girl had notunderstood. This the girl did understand, as "dash" means a gift. Jeriannecame home empty-handed, but quitehappy. She had passed out all herpapers.


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THE EASTERN REGION

For over two years the EasternRegion of Nigeria has been at war withNigeria proper. Travel and sometimescorrespondence have been impossible.Now, however, Don is preparing (datedNov. 10) to travel to the Eastern Regionin a couple of weeks (into what theworld knows as liberated Biafra).Biafra itself is hardly in existenceany more. It is a very small plot ofland, people are continually comingout to be liberated, and it is surrounded by Federal troops. Mail service to Enugu and Port Harcourt (chiefEastern cities) has been resumed,schools are opening, market placesare thriving. On the whole, the country's economy is doing well.

Local Flood

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