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The Next Chapter Begins with Gratitude

Dear Friends,

As I sat down to write this month's update, one word kept coming to mind: gratitude.

During the past year, many of you have prayed for Carolina Catholic Media Network, encouraged us with kind words, shared our newsletters with friends, volunteered your time, and generously supported this ministry financially. Every expression of support has reminded us that this mission belongs to a community of faithful Catholics who believe in the power of evangelization through Catholic media.

On behalf of our Board of Directors, thank you.

Because of your faithfulness, we have continued serving Catholics throughout the Greater Charlotte region while prayerfully preparing for the future. Behind the scenes, we have devoted considerable time to careful planning, responsible stewardship, and discerning how this ministry can continue serving the Church for many years to come.

Today, I am encouraged.

Over the past several months, we have completed a comprehensive strategic transition plan designed to preserve this apostolate while positioning it for long-term sustainability. We have strengthened relationships with clergy, donors, volunteers, and Catholic leaders throughout our region. Our weekly newsletter continues to grow, our digital outreach continues to expand, and our Foundational Support Circle is welcoming new friends who share our vision for the future.

While there is still important work ahead, I believe we are entering an exciting new chapter.

Our mission has never been simply to operate a radio station. Our mission is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, support the work of our parishes, and use every available means of communication to invite people into a deeper relationship with Christ and His Church.

That mission has not changed.

What is changing is our commitment to ensuring that this ministry is built on a stronger, more sustainable foundation for future generations.

By the Grace of God, Together We Have…

• Continued serving Catholics throughout the Greater Charlotte region through faithful Catholic media.

• Completed an important strategic transition plan focused on long-term sustainability.

• Expanded our outreach through our growing weekly newsletter and digital media platforms.

• Welcomed new members into our Foundational Support Circle.

• Strengthened partnerships with pastors, volunteers, donors, and friends who share our mission of evangelization.

   

As we move forward, I ask only that you continue to pray for this ministry. Please pray for wisdom as important decisions are made, for our Board and volunteers, for the clergy who faithfully shepherd our communities, and for everyone who helps make this mission possible.

If our newsletters have encouraged you, please consider sharing them with a family member or friend. Every new subscriber helps extend the reach of this ministry and allows more people to encounter the beauty and truth of the Catholic faith.

Thank you once again for believing in this mission.

Your prayers, encouragement, and generosity have carried us to this moment, and I look forward to sharing more encouraging news with you in the months ahead.

May God bless you and your family abundantly.

In Christ,

David M. Papandrea, OFS
Chairman
Carolina Catholic Media Network

"Whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God." — 1 Corinthians 10:31

Coming Soon: Over the next several weeks, I'll be sharing more about our vision for the future of Carolina Catholic Media Network, the progress we've made, and how, together, we can continue proclaiming the Gospel throughout our region.

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