Maximilian Kolbe
He was courageously dedicated to Our Lady, he formed the Militia of. The lmmaculata in her honor and visualized global evangelization through multiple forms of communication. He operated the first Catholic radio station He exchanged his life for a fellow prisoner in Auschwitz.
St. John Paul II
Authored the Encyclical Letter, VERITAS Splendor “Splendor of Truth”. His deep devotion to Mary was “Totes Tuus”, totally yours.
St. Theresa (Little Flower)
A Carmelite Nun who became a Doctor of the Church by doing the smallest acts with the greatest love in the present moment, “her little way”.
Father Demetrius Gallitzin (Prince Gallitzin)*
Part of the Russian aristocracy and called the “Apostle of the Alleghenies”. His case is currently being investigated. Fr. Gallitzin never tiring or unwavering to serve the people of the Alleghenies of Western Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Blessed Titus Brandsma
Carmelite Priest, professor and journalist whose opposition to Nazi propaganda found him imprisoned in. Dachau camp. Prior to his death, he gave his rosary to the nurse who administered him a lethal injection. She later became Catholic. He is the patron of Journalists and soon to be canonized. *St. John Paul called him, “A valiant Journalist dedicated to the Truth”.
St. Thomas Moore
A Saint of tremendous moral integrity who died defending the authority of the Catholic Church by the hands of Henry the VIII. On his way to the scaffold: “I die in and for the faith of the holy Catholic Church”.
St. Theresa of Avila
Carmelite Nun and Dr. of the Church. Originator of Carmelite reform restoring contemplative and austere life to the order.
St. Michael
Guardian of the Church.
St. Gabriel
The Holy Patron St. of all those who work in the field of communication.
St. Raphael
Healing & Guidance.
BEGINNINGS
Founders Jim Fritz and Maion Thomas had a vision, to serve the Lord by spreading the Gospel. The Second Vatican Council urged all members of the Church to make a concerted effort to ensure that the means of communication are put at the services of the multiple forms of apostolate without delay. “Catholic Stations should be established where it is opportune”.
Jim and Marion have since transitioned these stations to the care of acting presidents Arlin and Theresa Messersmith. Under their support, they have assumed responsibility to maintain open airways In their honor.
ABOUT
“Defender” is the main operating station located in Berkley Springs. Its sister station, “Splendor” is a low power station located in Handcock, MD. Combined, the broadcast reaches Handcock, Maryland, parts of Pennsylvania and Berkley Springs, West Virginia. Catholic programing is 24-7 and a portion is provided by Relevant Radio.
www.relevantradio.com
Mission Statement: The Vital Mission of the Defender of the Faith is dedicated to broadcasting the truth about the Holy Catholic Church and Priesthood of Jesus Christ.
Any support you offer would be greatly appreciated. Remember and nothing is too small.
Your donation would assist with the procurement and development of stand-alone Catholic programing. For more detail on how you can donate contact: dsotruth@gmail.com or send your donations to P.O Box 1000 in Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 or P.O Box 367 in Hancock, MD 21750.
Production equipment needed for longrange and live broadcasting.
This includes but is not limited to:
• Satellite Antenna
• Broadcast-Quality Modulation Monitor
• New Broadcast-Quality Console
• Radio Broadcast Data Encoder
• Emergency Alert System Receivers
• Two Self Powered Monitor Speakers
Testimony of a Trusted Soul
As a wife, mother, grandmother and a Third Order Carmelite, I found myself assisting with the responsibilities of 2 radio stations in a very short amount of time. When the opportunity presented itself, I accepted without hesitation but didn’t realize that my “yes” was the beginning of a “New Mission”, one truly for our time and that the voice in my heart was not my own.
Since then, my husband Arlin has partnered to assist and we are confident that Our Lady’s Triumphant plan will continue to unfold. We are dedicated to her mission in every moment and with every yes. May the Holy Spirit continue to bless and guide us in this very special plan for mankind.
Where we’re headed
Daily we witness the world’s decline of faith and morals. But together we can unify in this heart to heart mission to reach as many souls as possible, we need your assistance.
There are some important equipment upgrades and software systems that need to be obtained before offering stand-alone programming. This will enable us to transmit local programming from our community stations to your car or home. Through a wider lens, equipment improvement would also enable us to reach an extended audience by creating an App for Android and Apple technologies along with Media platform development and maintenance. All of this is possible through your generous support.
PRAYER
A Prayer for the success of “Splendor and “Defender” Stations and Mission:
Come Holy Spirit; come by means of the powerful intercession of the Immaculate Heart of Mary your well beloved spouse.
Let Us pray:
O’ Immaculate Heart of Mary We place the Defender and Splendor Radio Stations in the mantle of your protection.
We ask your intercession for God’s Holy Will and His Divine Plan to unfold; that He will use these Stations for the salvation of souls.
Let us pray for the guidance of the Holy Spirit to direct every program; to spread the Truth of your Holy Catholic Church.
We pray for all those whom you have invited to participate in this Holy Mission to bring about Unity according to God’s Divine Providence.
We pray for all our donors and benefactors who will respond generously to the needs of this Holy Mission.
All for the Triumph of Mary’s Immaculate Heart and the Glorious reign of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Amen.