Since 2006 on Armed Forces Radio Network

Q: What is the mission of First Radio Parish Church?

A: "To share the good news of God's love from a Christian perspective and to offer encouragement and inspiration to grow in relationship with God through ecumenical, religious devotionals using appropriate media. Our ministry emphasizes God's spirit of unity and love for all people, and supports rather than competes with traditional religious institutions."

Q: Where is your Church located?

A: First Radio Parish Church does not own any buildings. There is no particular church building or meeting house which is connected with our non-sectarian ministry. Rev. Panagore served as the minister of local churches for 18 years prior to becoming the minister of FRPCA in 2003. He does not serve at a local congregation now.

Q: Is Reverend Panagore available for guest preaching or as a guest speaker?

A: Yes, he is avalable for guest preaching and for guest speaking. His schedule can be obtained by contacting the church office.

Q: What denomination is FRPCA?

A: First Radio Parish Church of America is a non-denominational ministry. As of this time, the five ministers who have served this ministry have come from three different denominations. The Board of Trustees of the ministry is comprised of persons from many different denominations.

Q: Where does your support come from?

A: Our expenses are comparatively small as a result of the generous support of the WCSH-6 and WLBZ-2. All TV production and air time is provided free by the two TV stations. All radio air time is also provided without cost WHSN-FM 89.3.

Our annual budget of approximately $125,000 is supported by individuals and local churches which want to see our ministry continue. Gifts vary from $1 to much larger amounts. Please see "About Finances" for additional more detailed information. We also have a modest endowment fund which provides some income to support our ministry. We do need your help, now more than ever.

Q: Who Writes the Messages?

A: Rev. Panagore writes all the messages. The Board of Trustees and the TV stations have no editorial or censorship power, other than what the law and propriety ordain. The minister is responsible for and creative in his use of TV and radio time.

Q: Where Do You Get Your Ideas?

A: The minister gets his from prayer, from thought, from ideas, from material that he reads, speakers that he hears, things he sees, stories he hears and experiences that he has in his own life. Occasionally someone will send him an idea or two. As you may have noticed, he particularly likes short stories or even jokes which have a point that can be applied to life situations.

Q: Is it possible to receive copies of all of the devotional messages?

A: We are sorry, but, we are unable to send you copies of all of the devotional messages which have been produced (approximately 850 thus far). We do not have the staff or the budget to do this. However, we are able to send copies of selected messages which are requested by date and title or subject. Of course, any of the messages on this web site may be downloaded for your convenience. Back on our homepage, you may also subscribe to receive our daily e-mail version of our Daily Devotions.

Q: Can I have permission to use some of the material presented by Rev. Panagore?

A: You are welcome to make use of any of the material offered on our web site. We do request that you give appropriate credit to Rev. Panagore and First Radio Parish Church of America.

Q: How do you pursue your mission?

A: Through TV and radio broadcasts, and via the web and e-mails.

Q: Was Dr. Glusker's hair real?

A: It was and is.