Additionally, extra volunteers are needed for the following busy times:
Monday, November 18th as multiple churches bring hundreds of shoeboxes each that day!
Tuesday, November 19th, from 4-7pm as we are expecting 500-1,000 shoeboxes from 1 church!
Saturday, November 23rd, from 10am-2pm as we are anticipating 1,000 shoeboxes from 1 group!
Monday, November 24th, from 10am - 4pm (particularly need muscle here) as all Lima Area Drop-Off sites bring cartons to transfer to the shipping trailers!
After Hours: We need Truck Loaders on Tuesday evening.
If you have a group who would like to help load the cartons on the truck, please let us know and we will connect you with Marcail to make plans.
11/07/2024
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. - Joshua 1:9
11/07/2024
A Tran-Siberian Orchestra Tribute by Siberian Solstice
Sunday, November 17, 7pm
St. John's Community Church, Columbus Grove
This musical show provides an exciting set of Christmas musci as originally performed by the nationally acclaimed group Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
The music format of traditional Christmas music and other classical pieces with electronic keyboards, drums and guitars can be enjoyed by all age groups.
No tickets needed.
Free will donation.
11/06/2024
Jennifer is drawing the winner of 2 tickets to this Saturday’s Jeremy Camp concert in Lima.
Did you enter our drawing? Watch to see who wins!
11/06/2024
Our current campaign total: $97,909
Our campaign goal: $175,000
Join us today as we raise money for our 2025 operating expenses.
Donate here: actsministries.com.
Thank you for your support in our local ministry.
11/06/2024
Tomorrow marks the start of the Lima Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign. Area locations include all Chief and Kewpee locations, Hobby Lobby, Walmart, and Sam’s.
The local Salvation Army goal this year is $130,000. The money raised supports the Christmas effort and the ongoing mission of The Salvation Army throughout the year.
Opportunities for caring individuals, local businesses, organizations, and churches, to volunteer their time to “ring the bell” at one of the traditional Red Kettles are available Monday through Saturday from 10 am – 7 pm through December 24.
For more information on opportunities at the Kettle, or to schedule a time and location to “ring the bell,” contact Paul Downing at 419.224.9055 prompt 5.
11/05/2024
Pray for the singles in your church - that the Lord would encourage them and show them how to be His hands and feet in this season!
11/05/2024
Today is the FINAL day to register to win. All entries are due by 11:59pm, November 5.
We're giving away 2 tickets to the Jeremy Camp concert, taking place November 9 in Lima.
Here is all you need to do to enter:
Share with us your favorite Bible verse in one of two ways:
1. Either comment on this post
OR
2. Email us directly at: [email protected]
The deadline to enter is Tuesday, November 5.
We will draw our winner on November 6, and notify the winner that very same day.
If you enter via Facebook and win, we will notify you through Facebook Messenger.
If you enter through email and win, we will notify you through email.
Share this post with others as well!
This giveaway is made possible thanks to our friend, Tom Ahl.
11/05/2024
Watch CBN Election Night coverage tomorrow, November 5, from 8-11pm on TV-44.
11/04/2024
There is still time to reserve your seat for the 2nd Chance Chapels fall dinner concert featuring The LeFevre Quartet.
The event is free of charge but does require a ticket to attend.
Date of event: Saturday, November 16
Location: Bluffton University Marbeck Center
Time: 6pm doors open; 6:30pm program begins
Seating is limited. Contact Kay Spallinger at 567-294-5074.
Sponsor a table of 8 for $250.
2nd Chance Chapels is a truck stop based ministry, with semi trailer style chapels located at the Pilot Travel Center & Flying J Travel Plaza in Beaverdam.
The chapels are staffed by chaplain volunteers and reach hundreds of truck drivers every year with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
11/04/2024
There is a group gathering for prayer at Lima’s town square Monday, November 4, at 5:45pm.
TONIGHT IN THE LIMA SQUARE MANY ARE MEETING AT 5:45pm to PRAY OVER OUR NATION
Please join us if you can!
11/04/2024
Holiday Treasures Christmas Bazaar
South Side Christian Church will hold their annual Christmas bazaar November 7-9.
November 7: 4-7pm
November 8: 9am-5pm
November 9: 9am-1pm
Additionally, extra volunteers are needed for the following busy times:
Monday, November 18th as multiple churches bring hundreds of shoeboxes each that day!
Tuesday, November 19th, from 4-7pm as we are expecting 500-1,000 shoeboxes from 1 church!
Saturday, November 23rd, from 10am-2pm as we are anticipating 1,000 shoeboxes from 1 group!
Monday, November 24th, from 10am - 4pm (particularly need muscle here) as all Lima Area Drop-Off sites bring cartons to transfer to the shipping trailers!
After Hours: We need Truck Loaders on Tuesday evening.
If you have a group who would like to help load the cartons on the truck, please let us know and we will connect you with Marcail to make plans.
11/03/2024
Election Day Dinners
Tuesday, November 5:
The Westminster Abbey Church
6650 Faulkner Rd., Westminster
4pm-8pm
Beef & Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Salad & Desert
All proceeds benefit the youth group.
New Hampshire Community Church
114 E. Market St., New Hampshire
5-7pm
Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings plus dessert.
Free-will donations
Carry out available
11/03/2024
Tuesday is election day. Polls in Ohio are open from 6:30am-7:30pm on Tuesday.
Tuesday night, tune in to TV-44 for CBN Election coverage from 8-11pm.
11/02/2024
Have you seen the latest In the Community episode? If not, today is a great time to watch!
Alex Nsegimana grew up in Rwanda. He was only 6 years old when the genocide happened. Through the course of many events, he ended up in an orphanage and that is where he received his Operation Christmas Child Shoebox. But there is so much more to Alex's story. Jennifer Beck talks with Alex about how God used simple gifts like a hair comb and a paint set to reach Alex's heart.
Since 1993, two hundred two million shoebox gifts have been delivered around the world through Operation Christmas Child. In 2023, 11 point 3 million shoebox...
11/02/2024
Daylight savings time ends Sunday morning at 2am.
Don’t forget to set your clocks back 1 hour before you go to bed tonight.
11/02/2024
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world. - John 16:33
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Jennifer is drawing the winner of 2 tickets to this Saturday’s Jeremy Camp concert in Lima.
Did you enter our drawing? Watch to see who wins!
Operation Christmas Child Collection week kicks of Monday, November 18.
Jennifer shares all of the dates and times to bring your packed shoebox to TV-44, 1844 Baty Rd., Lima, OH 45807.
Mon, Nov. 18: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 19: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 20: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 21: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 22: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 23: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 24: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tickets are still available for the Selah concert, scheduled for Saturday, November 9 at St. John Catholic Church in Lima.
This event doubles as a 15 year anniversary celebration of the Celebrate Recovery Ministry in Lima.
Listen to Sandy and Eddie Monfort talk about the significance of Selah for the CR local ministry.
Purchase tickets for the concert here: https://www.itickets.com/events/479569.html?utm_source=iTickets&utm_content=EM140838&referrer=EM140838&utm_medium=Email
Starting this Sunday, hear Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Recipient Alex Nsegimana share how God used gifts inside of a box to remind him that he had value and a purpose. The newest In the Community with Jennifer Beck starts Sunday, October 27.
Show dates are as follow on TV-44:
October 27 2:30pm & 9pm
October 28: 12 noon
October 29: 10:30am
October 30: 4:30pm
October 31: 9pm
November 1: 3:30pm
November 2: 7:30pm
SHOEBOX COLLECTION DAYS & TIMES AT TV-44
Mon, Nov. 18: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 19: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 20: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 21: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 22: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 23: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 24: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Why are you thankful for Christian television? What are the elements of it that you aprpeciate so much?
The TV-44 Annual Funding Campaign is underway now. This is your opportunity to say "thank you" through a financial donation. Each donation moves us closer to our $175,000 goal.
Donate online at: actsministries.com/donate
By phone: 4193394444
By mail: 1844 Baty Rd., Lima, OH 45807
In person: Monday-Thursday, 9am-3:45pm (other hours be advance appointment)
Thank you for your partnership!
TV-44's Annual Funding campaign started yesterday and continues through the end of the year, or sooner if we reach our goal.
100% of the money you donate is used locally!
Our goal is $175,000. This money will launch us into 2025.
Donate here: https://actsministries.com/donate
Alex Nsegimana was only 6 years old when the Rwandan genocide took place. At the age of 9, after losing several family members to murder, Alex found himself in an orphanage. That is where he recieved his Operation Christmas Child Shoebox gift.
The 2024 Shoebox Collection week is coming in less than a month. Boxes can be brought to WTLW TV-44 the following days and times:
Mon, Nov. 18: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue, Nov. 19: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wed, Nov. 20: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thu, Nov. 21: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Fri, Nov. 22: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sat, Nov. 23: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sun, Nov. 24: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The newest In the Community starts this coming Sunday, featuring Sandy and Eddie Monfort of Celebrate Recovery.
The Lima area Celebrate Recovery is recognizing their 15th anniversary this year. In this month's TV episode, Sandy and Eddie talk about the program's origin in Lima, as well how it has impacted people. The music of Selah has been a constant in Celebrate Recovery meetings. Selah will return to Lima November 9 for a concert in the beautiful St. John's Catholic Church. Tickets are available at itickets.com. Learn more this coming week on In the Community with Jennifer Beck.
Here are 90 seconds of good reasons to attend The Skit Guys this Wednesday in Lima!
Purchase tickets at: itickets.com
This SUNDAY (tomorrow) is the first airing of this month's In the Community with Jennifer Beck, featuring a conversation with Tracy Lynn Caudill Author
Tracy and her husband raised their family in nearby New Bremen. During that time, TV-44 was a constant presence in her home, and served as a faith based guide in her walk with Christ.
Her family now operates a ministry in TN, but during a recent trip back "home", Tracy shared with Jennifer the premise behind her new book: Enable Yourself to Receive, God's Will is for You to Be Blessed.
Listen in on the conversation this coming week:
In the Community with Jennifer Beck
Sunday: 2:30pm & 9pm
Monday 12 noon
Tuesday: 10:30am
Wednesday: 4:30pm
Thursday: 9pm
Friday: 3:30pm
Saturday: 7:30pm
On demand: www.youtube.com/@WTLWTV44 (Starting Sunday, 2:45pm)
Learn more about Jeff & Tracy's ministry here: RestorationMinistriesTN.com
Patrick & Jennifer share weekend programming specials, including our interview with Tracy Lynn Caudill Author.
Don't miss it!
Tickets are still available for The Skit Guys, coming to Lima September 18.
Laugh, cry and be inspired with this group, as part of the 15th anniversary of Celebrate Recovery in Lima.
In Acts Chapter 3, Peter and John healed a crippled beggar. They then seized an opportunity to spread the Good News to the gathering crowd, who were amazed by the healing. Acts 4:4 tells us that their teaching led to an increase in the number of believers: as many as 5,000 had become new converts through their “logos,” or as we would say today, the message. This idea of spreading the message of the Gospel has been core to WTLW since our founding in 1982. In essence, WTLW is Acts 44.
It started in 1976: a vision by Ron Mighell to bring a Christian television station to the Lima area as an expansion of local Christian radio station WTGN. It took almost 7 years for the legal details to be worked out; in the end, WTGN’s interest in the initiative ended but Ron continued to work on making his vision a reality. With WTGN’s departure, it was decided a new company would be formed, known as American Christian Television Services, Inc.
However, our history actually begins long before 1976: we need to go back to 1933. The facility was used by the Lima airport. Constructed during the Great Depression and later abandoned when the Lima airport moved, Ron toured the run-down property in the late 70’s and envisioned the largest television studio in Northwest Ohio. By 1980 the details were complete, the property purchased, and volunteers knee deep in renovations to transform the airport hangar into a center for television ministry.
With the renovations now in full swing, and having received over $1,000,000 in donations, the first governing board was formed consisting of Andrea King, Ron Mighell and Larry Sheets. They chose the new station’s call letters, WTLW, which represented the mission: Witnessing the Living Word.
After renovations were completed, the first broadcast was next. On June 13, 1982, at 3:30pm the first signal went out over the airways. A short video launched this monumental moment, followed by station founder, Ron Mighell, who welcomed the TV viewers on camera by saying just one simple word: "Finally." But regardless of its simplicity, the mission was just as important as the one Jesus gave the disciples in Acts.
TV44’s broadcast day initially began at 4:30pm. A live weathercast followed at 6pm each evening. The prime-time schedule included a nightly segment from Paul Harvey and Ron Mighell hosting Behind the Scenes. As the station grew, more locally produced material grew into the daily schedule including Tools & Tips, Time for You (a live ministry program) and locally produced election night coverage. At one point, TV-44 even aired Cincinnati Reds games (no offense, Cleveland fans!).
But the first real transformation came in 1991 during the Gulf War. When the bombs were dropped in Baghdad, TV-44 was the first station in the area to stay on the air 24/7. Since that moment, our transmitter has never been turned off, Witnessing the Living Word around the clock to over 100,000 households in a 14-county area.
Founder Ron Mighell resigned in 1990 to launch WLMB Channel 40 in Toledo. Bob Placie then served as our General Manager from 1990 to 1997. He hosted many of our local programs as well as well as launching the TV station into other successful avenues including local newscasts and an expansion of local sports coverage.
Placie resigned in 1997 to pursue interests in private enterprise. Subsequently, Kevin Bowers was named General Manager in December 1997 and continues in the position to this day. While our sports coverage began in 1988 (with a makeshift operation consisting of just a couple of cameras and two announcers!), by the mid-90s we were producing award-winning sports coverage with upwards of 6 cameras, instant replay, stereo audio and state of the art graphics -- all from a production truck home-built by our engineers.
The success and support of our local sports coverage have been unmatched and in 2010 we launched WOSN (West Ohio Sports Network), creating Lima’s first and only locally produced 24/7 sports channel. We’ve always emphasized local programming: Turning Point & 44 Magazine were mainstays of our daily programming for many years. We also produced Straight Talk from Teens, as well as countless news and information programs/documentaries.
TV44 continues to be the station that connects our community. We produce the Holiday Music Festival which brings more than 1,000 high school students through our doors each Christmas season. In the fall and winter of each year, we air Whiz Quiz. This pits area high school quiz teams against each other in trivia competition with challenging topics akin to of a game of Trivial Pursuit. Both of these programs demonstrate our continued investment in the accomplishments and future of our local youth.
Most recently, we began to make headway into the area of digital media as we follow Jesus’ teaching to go wherever the people are found. As millennials and beyond look to the internet as a primary source of their information, it is our mission to be right there with them. However, we can only do all of this thanks to your faithful support. From the bottoms of our hearts -- whether you’ve donated to our auction, been a faithful contributor for years, have prayed for us daily, or have been one of our regular business sponsors -- we sincerely thank you for helping us to Witness the Living Word.
