For the past three years Way Truth Life Radio has given missionary support to Wantok Radio Light, a radio network in Papua New Guinea. Thanks to the generosity of our donors during previous Sharathons we have been able to help with the construction of a station in the city of Lae, satellite uplink capability, educational resources, and give a generous supply of solar powered fixed-tuned radios for distribution in the country.  

When PNG Christian Broadcasting Network began operating Wantok Radio Light, the first office and studio space was in a rented three bedroom apartment building on the outskirts of Port Moresby. This extremely secure arrangement was vital in those early years for the placement of a missionary couple who lived in the same apartment from which the radio ministry began. Within the first two years, the growing radio ministry outgrew these facilities and relocated to a commercial rental facility in downtown Port Moresby where they have been for three years.  

However, due to the increase in commercial rental rates in the city and the very public popularity of Wantok Radio Light across the nation, the owners notified the ministry of a dramatic increase in rental rates. This motivated the board of directors to look for a new and permanent home for the PNG Christian Broadcasting Network.

A 10 acre property on the outskirts of Port Moresby has been located. The property contains several large buildings, including home for an onsite manager, a large “dormitory” type building, a 16 room motel unit, a main large office building, an open-air meeting facility large enough for about 300 people, and plenty of parking and room to grow.  

In the PNG culture, it is the responsibility of an employer to provide housing for employees, particularly for the single female employees. The radio ministry also provides safe transportation for these young ladies who work for the ministry. The ability to house staff on the radio ministry compound, and reduce the cost of housing and transportation has made this particular property very attractive. Additionally, the motel unit can be used for visiting work teams and guests.  

This year a portion of Sharathon giving will again go to Wantok Radio Light as they continue to expand their ministry in Papua New Guinea with the purchase of property for their operations. You can read mo re about Wantok Radio Light and see more photos of their operations at www.wantokradio.net Read more about our previous involvement at www.cpci.org Pictured Top to Bottom: Thelma prepares for her shift in the studio, a listener with a solar powered fixed-tuned radio, and a view of the new property Wantok Radio Light will purchase this year.