TBN Launches in Wichita

October 22, 2004 (PRLEAP.COM) Lifestyle News
Pastors Speak Out on Freedom of Religion and Access to Information

(Wichita, KS)——Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) is pleased to announce cable distribution in Wichita, KS on Cox Digital Channel 217. Other communities that will receive TBN include El Dorado, Hutchinson, Newton, Arkansas City, McPherson, Lyons, Great Bend, Coffeyville, Pittsburg, Dodge City, Pratt, Iola, and Junction City.

"We are consistently looking at ways to enhance our programming line-up so that we can provide a broad array of choices for our customers," said Jay Allbaugh, Vice President of Public and Government Affairs for Cox Communications Kansas. "We are very pleased to bring TBN to our customers who are looking for unique, faith-based programs."

Local church leaders are excited about TBN being available in Wichita and the positive impact of the programming on their congregations and community. "We have been praying that the Word of God would have free course and full exposure in Wichita', says Pastor Jerry Burlie, Senior Pastor, Triumphant Faith Center,' TBN is part of the answer to that prayer because it will expose many, many people to the Word of God."

"During these very troubling times Christians must increase their efforts to spread the good news about Jesus Christ. "I'm thrilled that TBN's 24 hour Christian programming has been added to Cox Cable's menu, said Joe Wright, Senior Pastor, Central Christian Church, "Together, we now have the opportunity to partner with many national television ministries to better reach this community for Christ. Watch and be blessed on digital station number 217!"

As America faces a moral crisis that is crossing all denominational lines, Rob Rotola, Senior Pastor of Word of Life Church, had this to say; "Freedom of religion and access to information is becoming a reality worldwide as repressive terrorist regimes are removed and democracy emerges. TBN is prepared to get information about God's grace to the masses. TBN must be strongly supported in America to enable the ministry to move quickly in reaching billions who have not heard."

"Christians need guidance and encouragement in the middle of a cultural war that is occurring in America' declares Rev. Terry Fox, Senior Pastor, Immanuel Baptist Church, "Christian Broadcasting provides this much needed ministry. I hope that people will tune in and be encouraged with the ministry of TBN."

"TBN is home to tens of millions of Americans seeking a quality television experience,' states Bob Higley, Vice President, TBN Cable and Satellite Relations. "TBN seeks to do more than merely entertain. TBN's goal is to inspire people, engage their minds, and encourage their spirit through contemporary, positive programming that speaks to the heart.'

About Cox Communications
Cox Communications is a multi-service broadband communications company with approximately 6.7 million total customers, including 6.4 million basic cable subscribers. The nation's third-largest cable television provider, Cox offers both analog cable television under the Cox Cable brand as well as advanced digital video service under the Cox Digital Cable brand. Cox provides an array of other communications and entertainment services, including local and long distance telephone under the Cox Digital Telephone brand; high-speed Internet access under the Cox High Speed Internet brand; and commercial voice and data services via Cox Business Services. More information about Cox Communications can be accessed on the Internet at www.cox.com.

About Trinity Broadcasting Network
TBN is the world's largest religious network and America's most watched faith channel. TBN offers 24 hours of commercial-free inspirational programming a day that appeals to people in a wide variety of denominations. Faith-based programs include gospel music concerts, informative talk shows and contemporary music videos. There are also enriching programs for children, health and fitness shows, news and information programs, as well as theatrical released movies and uplifting worship services from America's premier churches. TBN now reaches every major continent via 46 satellites and more than 10,000 television and cable affiliates worldwide. In the United States, TBN is available to 92% of the total households. Its website receives more than 25 million visitors monthly. For more information on TBN, please visit www.tbn.org.

Media Contacts

TBN
Susan Zahn
WDC Media
866-736-1702
SusanZahnWhiteDoveCommunication.com

COX
Kristin Peck
(919) 573-7040
kristin.peck@cox.com