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On July 7th, JOY FM moved to a new, stronger signal at 99.1 fm. Our new signal covers the entire city of St. Louis and much of the surrounding area.

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Concerts & Events

JUL
30
  • Six Flags Summer Concert Series w/ JEREMY CAMP
    Friday, July 30
    On July 30, hear the Christian sounds of one of your favorite Christian artists, Jeremy Camp, who will have everyone jumping to their feet. Show is at 7pm at the Old Glory Amphitheatre - paid concert ticket required. Save with Early Bird Savings offers for groups of 15 to 100+ and enjoy a Picnic Combo Package option! Discounted advanced group concert tickets available at $4 per concert ticket, $6.00 for less than 15 purchased. Concert tickets are $8 per concert ticket on the day of the event, while supplies last. Sponsored by JOY FM. Advance concert tickets will be available online beginning April 2. For more information about group purchases, please contact 636-938-5300, x288.
  • New Dawn LIVE
    Friday, July 30 — 8:00 p.m.
    Christian Outreach School is having a reunion. Friday night's entertainment is a live concert featuring Christian Rock recording artists. New Dawn and Friday Night Coffee House. The public is invited to attend this FREE show that will bless you and those you bring. To check out the bands, visit www.sonicbids.com/newdawn and www.myspace.com/fridaynightcoffeehouse. To learn more, call 314-435-2674.
  • Wide Open Concert
    Friday, July 30 — 7:00pm
    Concert featuring three worship leaders from three local churches it is going to be an awesome experience! Our goal is to break the walls down between churches and to unite the kingdom of Christ! For more info, visit www.wideopen.cc or call 314-620-7108.
JUL
31
  • Rick and Laura Hall In Concert
    Saturday, July 31 — 7:30 pm
    St. John’s is pleased to present Rick and Laura Hall in Concert, 7:30 pm, Saturday, July 31.Join Rick and Laura for a concert of original music and down home storytelling.  A fun and inspirational evening, perfect for the whole family. Rick and Laura met in Chicago where they both performed with THE SECOND CITY NATIONAL TOURING COMPANY.  Since then they have gotten married, had two children together, and moved to Los Angeles. There they continue to perform, both separately and together. Laura is probably best known as the improvisational pianist on television’s WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY. She was also on the DREW CAREY SHOW live episodes, and has toured the country doing live performances with DREW CAREY AND THE IMPROV ALLSTARS. Laura has combined her music and faith in two cds of original Contemporary Christian music, A WOMAN OF FAITH and ALL IN GOD’S GOOD TIME.  Her music has also been featured on several compilation cds; A CHURCH WITH A VISION, DREAM ON SISTERS, and FAITH ROCKS.   Laura has toured the country performing at churches, concerts, and regional events, both alone and with her husband.  She feels blessed to have been a featured performer at the Disciples of Christ General Assembly in 2007 and 2009, and the Mix in ’06 Women’s Quadrennial.  Laura also has two albums of original children’s music, I SEE A TIGER and COME JOIN THE PARADE.  She wrote the music for the TELL ME A STORY series of cds, collections of timeless folktales from around the world. And she wrote the music for THE WHEELS ON THE BUS series of children’s videos, starring Roger Daltrey. Laura has written music for several independent films, including the score for SLICE OF PIE, a romantic comedy written by and starring her husband.  She also scored an award winning documentary, SWIMMING IN AUSCHWITZ, and a romantic comedy, ANATOMY OF A BREAKUP, directed by Judy Minor. To find out more about Laura, visit her website, www.laurahall.com. Rick has been seen on many television shows including CURB YOUR ENTHUSIAM, SAVING GRACE, FACTORY, 24, ACCORDING TO JIM, SEINFELD, and THE MIDDLE.  He’s also been in films, including MY FELLOW AMERICANS, THE THING CALLED LOVE, and THREE FUGITIVES. And he has been seen in commercials for AT&T, Kohls, Claritin, Chase Bank, Jimmy Dean Sausage and many more.  Rick’s true passion is writing and telling stories about his life growing up on a farm in Central Illinois.  He has recorded an audio book CD of several stories and has turned one story, SLICE OF PIE, into a short film which he shot on location in his hometown of Carrollton, Illinois.  The film has been enjoying a successful run on the film festival circuit, winning numerous awards.  Rick also wrote a one man show, PIGBOY, which was chosen for the HBO Comedy Art Festival in Aspen, and enjoyed successful runs in Los Angeles, Chicago, and a tour of the Midwest. Rick has also returned to Chicago to perform on stage in Chicago Shakespeare productions of THE SECOND CITY’S ROMEO AND JULIET and the lead role of A FLEA IN HER EAR. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students in advance and $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for students at the door may be obtained by stopping by the church office at 636.464.0096 or on-line at www.sjlcarnold.org.
  • Rock-A-Block (Festival and Concert)
    Saturday, July 31 — 11:30am - 4:30pm
    Free Event for the community and surrounding communities of Highland, IL, hosted by Apostolic Revival Church. NO COST FOR ANYTHING! There will be games (for all ages), food, door prizes, caricatures, bounce houses, live music, school supplies and much, much more. Bands include Tribe of F.y.r.e. and Not of This World. Contact Kyle Scott @ 618-741-5946.
  • Community Flea Market
    Saturday, July 31 — 7:00am - 2:00pm
    The Community Flea Market will be held in the Parking Lot of the United Methodist Church in Gray Summit. 9ft x 19ft spaces are $10.00 and two spaces are $15.00 - Bring your own tables. To reserve your space call 636-584-7881 (Charles Schirmer). Everyone is welcome to enjoy shopping.
  • Mens BBQ
    Saturday, July 31 — 10:00am - 2:00pm
    Come and enjoy the BBQ and shop at the Community Flea Market held at the United Methodist Church. For more info, please call 636-334-9056.
  • Music Fest
    Saturday, July 31 — 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Music Fest featuring 4 Christian Bands: Mercy Rains, Team Up, Four Legged Lambs, & Heaven Bound. Free Food and free event. In the Event of rain - concert will be held in the church located at 117 West White Street. For more info, visit www.zionmillstadt.com.
  • Rally for Youth Sand Volleyball Tournament
    Saturday, July 31 — 9:00am - 7:30pm
    Please come and help support our youth group at Sacred Heart Church! Enter a 3 player team for $45 or just come for fun! We'll have music, food, prizes and more! Interested in entering your team, helping with the event or making a donation? Contact Libby Steele at either (636)-667-7396 or libby.steele3@gmail.com.
  • Creation Seminar
    Saturday, July 31 — 7:00PM
    Grace Baptist Church is pleased to host Dr. Don White, Jr., on July 31st and August 1st for a Creation Conference titled: “In the Beginning, GOD.” Dr. White is the James M. White Professor of Wildlife Ecology at the University of Arkansas-Monticello. For 150 years the theory of evolution has rippled the fabric of American society. In 4 sessions, Dr. White will discuss the fundamental importance of a biblical creationist worldview and its scientific validity. As a tenured Professor at a State University, Dr. White interacts daily with students and colleagues who oppose the Bible and Christian values. Dr. White’s experience as a Christian, scientist, and educator has equipped him with unique insights into the value of a Biblical worldview and the Creation/Evolution debate. Please plan to attend all 4 sessions. Admission is free and open to the public. 7/31/2010 - The Relevance of the Doctrine of Creation 8/1/2010 - 9:30 AM - The Evidence of Creation in Nature 10:45 AM - Charles Darwin and the Nature of Biological Change 6:00 PM - What do the Fossils Prove? For more info, please visit www.gracebaptistchurch.info or call 636-724-4879.
 

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About JOY FM

Mission Statement

Desiring obedience above all, we will use Christian Music as a means of encouraging believers, uniting the body of Christ and sharing the clear, life-changing message of Jesus with the world.

JOY FM Signal

JOY FM now has 100,000 watts broadcasting on 99.1 fm, which covers all of St. Louis and the surrounding area.

Why is JOY FM listener supported?

For over 15 years St. Louis had a contemporary Christian music station (commercial station). In 1997, that station was sold, and St. Louis was without Christian music for three and a half years. In 2001, JOY FM came on the air as a non-commercial, listener supported station. That means we rely fully on the generous, faithful support of our listeners and can never be sold. It also means that instead of listening to commercials, you get at least 55 minutes of music every hour.

Meet The Staff

Knowing Jesus

Do you know for sure that you are going to be with God in heaven? If God was to ask you, “Why should I let you in to My Heaven?” what would you say?

Did you know that the Bible tells HOW YOU CAN KNOW FOR SURE that you will have eternal life with God in Heaven?

HEAVEN IS A FREE GIFT!

The Bible says “For the wages of sin is death, but the GIFT of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23)

And because HEAVEN IS A GIFT, like any other genuine gift…

IT IS NOT EARNED OR DESERVED

No amount of personal effort, good works, or religious deeds can earn a place for you in Heaven.

“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast.” (Ephesians 2: 8-9)

WHY is it that no one can earn his way to heaven?
Because…

MAN IS A SINNER

“For all have sinned and fall short of the Glory of God.” (Romans 3:23)

Sin, is breaking God’s law, and includes such things as lying, lust, cheating, deceit, anger, evil thoughts, immoral behavior, and more. AND BECAUSE OF THIS…

MAN CANNOT SAVE HIMSELF

If you wanted to save yourself by good deeds, do you know how good you would have to be?

“Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” (Matthew 5:48)

With such a high standard, no one can save himself. HOWEVER, IN SPITE OF OUR SIN…

GOD IS MERCIFUL

And therefore doesn’t want to punish us. This is because, “…God is love.” (1 John 4:8) and He says “…I have loved you with an everlasting love.” (Jeremiah 31:3)

But the same Bible which tells us that God loves us also tells us that…

GOD IS JUST

And therefore must punish sin. “The Lord is slow to anger and great in power; the Lord will not leave the guilty unpunished.” (Nahum 1:3)

SO WE HAVE A PROBLEM

God loves us and doesn’t want to punish us…but He is just and must punish sin.

God solved this problem for us in the person of…

JESUS CHRIST

WHO IS HE?
The Bible tells us that he was both GOD and MAN.

“In the beginning was the Word (Jesus), and the Word (Jesus) was with God, and the Word (Jesus) was God. And the Word (Jesus) became flesh, and dwelt among us.”(John 1: 1, 14)

WHAT DID HE DO?
He died on the cross to pay the penalty for our sins and rose from the grave to purchase a place for us in Heaven.

“We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all.” (Isaiah 53:6)

Jesus Christ bore our sin in His body on the cross and now offers you eternal life (Heaven) as a free gift.
This gift is received by…

FAITH

Many people mistake 2 things for saving faith:
1. Saving faith is not just believing certain historical facts. The Bible says that even the devil believes that there is one God, so believing that there is one God is not saving faith.

2. Saving faith is not just trusting God for temporary crises such as financial, family, or physical needs. Now these are good, and you should trust Christ for these, but they are not saving faith.

SAVING FAITH is TRUSTING IN JESUS CHRIST ALONE for ETERNAL LIFE. It means resting upon CHRIST ALONE and on what HE HAS DONE rather than in what you or I have done to get us into heaven.
“…Believe (trust) in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved…” (Acts 16:31)

WOULD YOU LIKE TO RECEIVE THIS
FREE GIFT OF ETERNAL LIFE?

Because this is such an important matter let’s clarify just what it involves. It means you need to…

*Admit your need (“I am a sinner”).
*Be willing to turn from your sins (repent).
*Recognize Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Believe that he died for you on the cross, rose from the grave, and purchased eternal life for you.
*Through prayer, ask Jesus Christ to come and take control of your life.

Here is a sample prayer: “Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner. I need your forgiveness. I believe that you died for my sins. I want to turn from my sins and follow you. Help me to lead a life that is pleasing to you. I trust you as my Savior, and ask you now to take control of my life. Thank you for forgiving me and adopting me into the family of God.”

YOU CAN NOW BE SURE THAT YOU WILL
SPEND ETERNITY WITH GOD IN HEAVEN

The Bible says: “For whoever calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” (Romans 10:13) and “Truly truly I say to you whoever believes has eternal life.” (John 6:47)

THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING OF A WONDERFUL NEW LIFE IN CHRIST! To grow in this relationship with God, we encourage you to:

  1. Read your Bible every day to get to know Christ better. Begin with the book of John.
  2. Talk to God in prayer every day.
  3. Tell others about your decision to follow Christ.
  4. Worship and serve God with other believers in a Bible-believing, Christ-honoring local church.
  5. Demonstrate your new life in Christ by your love and concern for others.