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Now streaming only,
Christian Music Radio Truth 103 is
an upbeat variety of positive
pop, dance/techno, rock, hip hop, rap, metal and hard music!
Spreading Truth in Bloomington-Normal/Central Illinois and beyond since 9/21/2004
Christian Music Radio Truth 103 is the Christian music radio station that began seven years ago to reach the youth and younger generation in central Illinois - specifically the Bloomington-Normal area - and worldwide, via audio streams. We have the music and programs that are good for you and can make a positive difference in your life.
Spread the word, there is more than one way to listen.
Option 1: Listen right now online at your computer. Direct links are in the top right corner of this page. If you're having trouble with those links, try a different browser, maybe Internet Explorer or Firefox. Some friends have shared that it is possible to open it in iTunes. One friend suggested, "Save the "track" in a playlist and click on it to listen whenever you want if your preferred browser doesn't cooperate for some reason. But of course if you do that, remember to go to truth103.com often anyway." You could try clicking or copying and pasting into your browser one of the following:
http://www.truth103.com/extras/high.m3u (high)
or http://www.truth103.com/extras/low.m3u (low)
Besides using the above links or iTunes to listen to Truth 103, computer users can listen to Truth 103 via TuneIn (TuneIn also puts our mailing address and phone number at your fingertips).
An app makes it possible to listen to Truth 103 via on-the-go technology of smartphones and mobile devices.
If you want Truth 103 boomin' through your stereo at home, school, or work, get that app and an auxiliary (aux) audio cable. Plug one end of the cable into your phone and the other into the Aux port of your stereo. Then crank up the volume!
In your car, use an Aux cable to connect your phone to your stereo. Plug one end of the cable into your phone and the other end into the car's Aux port. Then put your car tuner on Aux. If you have an older vehicle without an Aux port, get a cassette adapter.
Spread the word!
Truth 103 is on Facebook and Twitter.
Connect with Truth 103 on ![Truth 103 is on facebook.](http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:TUJWhOu3JEPVMM%3Ahttp://www.thewebhoncho.com/images/facebookIcon_small.gif") Connect with Truth 103 on 
Please use the internet and word of mouth to spread the Truth of Jesus heard on Truth 103, and to tell others about this ministry.
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Time and talent needed Truth 103 needs more than one person volunteering behind-the-scenes. Friends of Truth 103 have many ideas for this ministry but they will remain ideas without you. Radio experience is not required for most things, i.e., friends of Truth 103 desire to update a support letter to give to business owners. Truth 103 also needs friends to get the letter into the hands of business owners. Calling business owners is also an option. If you have helped fundraise (school, church, community, etc) please consider this volunteer opportunity. Contact us if you can help. (Email; call; or catch us on Facebook or Twitter.) Thanks for your support! Together, we make the difference!
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Easy Fundraising Ideas
Presenting:
the fundraising thermometer, a.k.a "money meter". It represents our MOST URGENT need at this time.
Update: CURRENTLY, our MOST URGENT need is just $1,100 to get us caught up with insurance; rent (1 month was due 9/1 and remains unpaid) and electric at the transmitter site (1 month was due 8/31, remains unpaid and is subject to disconnect). Unpaid power on a commercial account is subject to disconnect sooner and earlier (when behind one month) than on a residential acccount. Our broadcast is at great risk of being shut down, so you see the need to raise funds as soon as possible!
Strides are being made as we progress toward our most urgent need of $1,100. We were able to pay one Caesar but are $838 away from paying the other two.
Truth 103 wants to and needs to get caught up with EVERY Caesar. Any month that any Caesar is not paid, the debt snowballs into the next month. When debt snowballs past one month, a "snowman of debt" starts to form. That’s the case here. Approximately 20 monthly supporters meet about 20% of our monthly needs. Friends also contribute one-time gifts of support. Truth 103 is only on the air because of the generosity of friends. You can change this. I invite you to be part of conquering the lurking snowmen/snow monsters.
How can you help? Consider making a monthly and/or one-time gift. Please scroll down to learn more or to donate today. Thanks so much!
-Cinda
The Afternoon Drive
P.S. Donations per month usually total around $600, which is around 20% of operating expenses needed for one month. Monthly gifts show us that support is there on a regular basis. One-time gifts help fill in the gaps. Support is most needed from the 12th through the 20th and also the 26th through the end of each month. When a gift arrives during these desert times, it is extra sweet. Thanks to all friends who remain dedicated to spreading the Gospel, by continuing to provide all types of support, helping keep T103 in motion across central IL & online.
Let Truth prevail!
"Station in Need of Our Help; Needs to Stick Around!"
Upon learning how much Truth 103 needs help, one of our young people wanted to spread the word and support the station and wrote and sent to friends the following:
"Hello friends!
Thank you all for your support of Truth 103! As you all already know, Truth is a local Christian radio station in need of our help! It runs completely on donations and is in danger of being shut down if it doesn't get the needed funds!
So what can you do, you ask? Most of you are merely college kids with no extra money laying around to give away...well, there are a couple of things:
Spread the word! Truth 103 is an amazing station that NEEDS to stick around! Tell your friends, family, ANYONE! Let's see how much money we can raise for Truth!
PRAY. Nothing happens without the help of our Lord; ask Him and He will provide. Pray for Cinda, pray for Truth 103, pray pray pray!
Have a wonderful day and God bless!"
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He said to them, "Then repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God."
Matthew 22:15-22
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Then the Pharisees went off and plotted how they might entrap him in speech.
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They sent their disciples to him, with the Herodians, saying, "Teacher, we know that you are a truthful man and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. And you are not concerned with anyone's opinion, for you do not regard a person's status.
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Tell us, then, what is your opinion: Is it lawful to pay the census tax to Caesar or not?"
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Knowing their malice, Jesus said, "Why are you testing me, you hypocrites?
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Show me the coin that pays the census tax." Then they handed him the Roman coin.
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He said to them, "Whose image is this and whose inscription?"
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They replied, "Caesar's." At that he said to them, "Then repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God."
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When they heard this they were amazed, and leaving him they went away.
Truth 103 is looking for friends to join us in support. We need to be able to pay every Caesar the past due and currently due amounts. Truth 103 must be 100% funded to do this. But there is more to it than paying Caesar.
We would like to kick wide open the doors to even more ministry.
YOUR INVOLVEMENT - YOUR (POCKET)CHANGE - CAN CHANGE THE COURSE OF HISTORY FOR TRUTH 103.
Truth 103 relies on God, working through you, to fund the station. We need your financial support to operate this ministry! Listeners and business listeners who give financially to this station keep it on the air. If you haven’t started supporting Truth 103 or if it has been a while, please join us today with a one-time or monthly gift. If you are currently giving, please consider increasing your monthly donation or making a special one-time gift (or maybe both). It’s not the size of the gift that matters, it is that you participated. Monthly gifts of ALL sizes will ensure that our Caesars are paid on time each month. One-time gifts of ALL sizes will assist in operation costs when there is a shortage of monthly support, and also with one-time needs, such as yearly music licensing costs and equipment maintenance (fully functional computers). EVERY gift helps and all gifts matter! We can only stay on the air as long as there is money to pay the bills. Please support Truth 103 and make a donation today. If you'd prefer to mail a tax deductible gift (or add us to your online banking/Bill Pay or other automatic check writing service), please send to: Truth103, PO Box 1012, Bloomington, IL 61702-1012.
New! Simplified giving. To set up monthly giving via debit or credit, choose an amount from one of the two drop down menus, leave a note if desired and click the orange Subscribe button. The first drop down menu reflects amounts needed to pay various Caesars each month. The other menu represents some common gift amounts in increments of five.
Some of our friends have commented that when monthly gifts bigger than $25 (first drop down menu) or $5 (second drop down menu) are attempted, the amounts (the drop down menu vs what you see in the next step) are not identical. It seems the Subscribe buttons are linked to $25 and $5 gifts, not sure how/why. It could be that this is the work of Mr. Red Pants, to discourage you from becoming a monthly supporter, which we need so desperately. Mr Red Pants doesn't want Truth 103 on the air for a split second and will stop at nothing to deter you and others like you. However, monthly gifts of other sizes have been processed using both drop down menus. So from this side of things (our end), everything looks right. If you need to, you can cancel your subscription of monthly support at any time (or we can cancel it for you). Likewise, you can begin a new monthly gift subscription at any time. There is also a Donate button to make a one time gift of any amount.
Monthly Support
This drop down menu reflects amounts needed to pay various Caesars each month.
or choose from the following menu, which represents some common gift amounts in increments of five.
To make a one-time gift of any amount, simply click the button below and enter any amount you choose.
If you'd prefer to mail a tax deductible gift (or add us to your online banking/Bill Pay or other automatic check writing service), please send to: Truth103, PO Box 1012, Bloomington, IL 61702-1012.
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Get a behind the scenes look at Truth 103: check out the studio
Pack the vehicle with friends and family. You are invited to stop by and visit. Check out the studio, ask questions and see what the person behind the mic (Cinda) looks like. Put a face to the name. You don't have to be on the air, just come see! If you have a place on your car or in your office to display a Truth 103 bumper sticker, then Cinda can set you up with one!
The building in which we are located sits along the parkway, just north of College Avenue (across the street from the bed/bath store and shoe store). Maybe you've wanted to stop by with a gift you've been meaning to send our way, or you, your friends or family would like to see the studio or ask some burning music questions, or just say "hi". Office hours vary for this volunteer-operated ministry. To be sure Cinda will be here when you want to stop by, simply write on our wall at facebook, send us a tweet or send an email to studio [at] truth103 [dot] com.
Directions to the studio
The studio is located at 108 Boeykens Place in Normal. The building we are in can be seen from Veteran's Pkwy. Take Landmark Drive to Hunt Drive or Visa Drive. Hunt and Visa turn into Boeykens. (Boeykens connects Hunt and Visa.) There is a very large white sign with the address "108 Boeykens" in black letters. It is easy to see. This sign is near a tree, next to the driveway of the building we are in. Please note that Truth 103 is not on the sign. (Arthritis Foundation and Star Talent Events are on the sign.) Please note that 108 Boeykens Place is not our mailing address. We receive mail at a secure PO Box. Scroll down this page for our mailing address.
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Simply write a check, or add us to online banking/billpay; or give online- click DONATE or SUBSCRIBE
There are many options. Make a gift online (credit or debit card). Mail your donation (check/money order). Have a check automatically sent to us. (Simply add us to your online banking/billpay or other automatic check writing service.) Bring your gift to the studio, located along Veteran's Parkway.
You can stop by the Truth 103 studio with a gift of cash, check or credit card. The studio is located at 108 Boeykens Place in Normal. The building we are in can be seen from Veteran's Pkwy. Take Landmark Drive to Hunt Drive or Visa Drive. Hunt + Visa turn into Boeykens. (Boeykens connects Hunt + Visa.) There is a very large white sign with the address "108 Boeykens" in black letters. It is easy to see. This sign is near a tree, next to the driveway of the building we are in. Please note that Truth 103 is not on the sign. (Arthritis Foundation and Star Talent Events are on the sign.) Please note that 108 Boeykens Place is not our mailing address. We receive mail at a secure PO Box.
GOT PAPER (check or money order)?
Please note whether it is a one time gift, a monthly gift, or both, in the memo line. Make your check or money order payable to Truth 103 and mail to the following:
Truth 103
P O BOX 1012
BLOOMINGTON IL 61702-1012
GOT ONLINE BANKING / BILL PAY (or similar online bill paying service)?
You can also use the above mailing address to send a contribution using online banking/Bill Pay or similar service. You can opt to do this on a recurring basis, or as a one-time gift. Either way, Truth 103 will receive your contribution in the mail.
GOT PLASTIC (debit or credit card)?
The FASTEST way to give is instant online giving. It takes 2 minutes.
Set up a secure monthly gift; make a secure one-time gift, or both. Use your debit card or credit card or PayPal. Your donation to Truth 103/Rock In Victory Ministries, Inc. is tax deductible and very appreciated. This transaction will appear on your bill as "ROCKINVICTO".
PayPal is the secure, free, easy way to pay - and privacy is built in, so you can send money from home, work, even your mobile phone.
On-going (monthly) gift using debit, credit or PayPal Send money from your bank account, credit card, or PayPal balance to Truth 103 through PayPal. This option requires opening a PayPal account if you do not already have one. Click here to sign up for your free PayPal account. If you have a PayPal account, you can set up your account to automatically send Truth 103 a gift of on-going monthly support. Fix it and forget it, like you would with a Crock Pot. The buttons below say Subscribe because PayPal refers to monthly support as a subscription.
Monthly giving is a few clicks away. Please select from the following: click the button below to make a gift of (on-going monthly support)
NEW! See drop-down menu options and Subscribe at the top of this page.
One-time gift
Make a single online gift via debit or credit card. PayPal account not required. You simply need an e-mail address.
NEW! See the Donate button at the top of the page to make a gift of any amount.
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 | Finding Free Fun - For Free! |
 Here at Truth 103, we like to have fun. We know you do, too. What is better than fun? Free fun, and even better than that is knowing where to find free fun (for free)! On the left hand side of this page (under Navigation), there are several links that have the word Free in them. Click those links, and you will be on your way to finding free fun (for free)! Please note, The Free Christian Music Blog should not have the word "spot" in its link; otherwise, you see a page that requires you to be invited to read the blog. This is not a requirement if you simply click here, or if you click the page link at the left (under Navigation) and delete just the (word) "spot" when you see the link. We apologize for not being able to have the correct link on that page. Numerous attempts to change it on the page itself did not work; the page was unresponsive when attempting to edit it.
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Posted by cinda on Thursday, June 11 @ 07:30:47 PDT (1517 reads)
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| Truth 103 earns money when you go to the store, gas station or convenience store |
 Sure, the store is not located in the middle of town, but three things to keep in mind are the following:
You could plan it so that when you are over by Meijer, you go there. That solves the "I do not live by Meijer" problem, and saves time and money (on fuel).
You could stop by the studio before or after you get stuff at Meijer or fuel up at the Meijer gas station. Please contact us for directions.
You need to go somewhere to get what you need, why not Meijer? (The prices are generally not too bad, and when they have deals, they are often real good!) When you apply (for either the Meijer Community Rewards program or the Meijer Credit Card), you will be asked to provide the organization code. Our organization code is 421886. Joining Meijer Rewards is as easy as 1, 2, 3. First, register to get your rewards card. A card for your wallet and 2 key chain cards will arrive 2-3 weeks after enrolling. Whenever you shop at Meijer, scan your rewards card (or use your Meijer Credit Card, if it is linked to our organization). When you go to Meijer gas station or convenience store, you pay inside and scan your card before you pay. Use cash or your PIN-based debit card or your Meijer Credit Card to pay for your purchases. If you forget to use it, you have up to 90 days to take your receipt and card to the customer service desk and Truth 103 will still be rewarded.
If you already have a Meijer Credit Card, just call 1-800-962-7011 to join Meijer Community Rewards. You will be asked to provide our organization code. The organization code for Truth 103 is 421886. If you are already signed up for the Meijer Community Rewards program for your school or church, you can add Truth 103 (421886) if you visit the update your account page online or
call 1-800-962-7011 and Meijer can make the change right away. Helping Truth 103 is really that easy! Click Read more... (below) to continue.
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Posted by cinda on Saturday, May 30 @ 06:25:05 PDT (1632 reads)
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| You can help continue airing the Truth in Bloomington-Normal |
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Your prayers and financial support keep Truth 103 on the air at 103.3 FM in Bloomington-Normal and worldwide, via streaming audio. Maybe you have heard us describe the day to day station operation as barebones. Truth 103 has a very tiny budget. There are no frills. We are just trying to pay the bills! Here is how you can help. Click Read More... (below) to continue.
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Posted by cinda on Wednesday, May 27 @ 15:13:50 PDT (1662 reads)
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| Helping Truth 103 is as easy as 1-2-3! |
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“Let me know what I can do to help.” We know you want to help Truth 103. Want to use your voice? You can pray for the ministry and tell others about it. Want to make a donation? There are several fun ways to contribute financially. Click Read more (below) to continue.
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Posted by cinda on Thursday, April 02 @ 16:50:36 PDT (1762 reads)
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| Do you own a business or know someone who does? Let us mention it on the air! |
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You won't hear commercials on Truth 103. As a non-commercial station, Truth 103 cannot air commercials! But did you know that Truth 103 can provide businesses with on-air mentions (also known as paid donor acknowledgements)? Find out more! Click here.
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Posted by cinda on Friday, March 16 @ 17:46:36 PDT (2565 reads)
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| Find something to do (maybe tonight, tomorrow, this weekend or the next or...) |
 Check out our NEW things to do page. Listings for this page might include local volunteer opportunities, Truth 103 fundraisers, concerts and other events. Due to the nature of the content, the page is under constant construction, so please visit it often. We hope it works out better than our other event pages that stopped accepting our edits/updates!
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Posted by cinda on Friday, December 08 @ 15:46:08 PST (2630 reads)
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Music News from Jesusfreakhideout.com
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Spread Truth (103) by doing everyday things!
Did you know?
Your music purchases at iTunes can further the ministry of Truth 103. Please use our link to go to iTunes. It will only take a few seconds. Click
here and then click the link and iTunes will open in another window. A percentage of every purchase you make in that session will help Truth 103. Whenever you want to use iTunes, use our link. It furthers the ministry of Truth 103.
Did you know?
Your purchases at Meijer, Meijer gas station and convenience store, and meijer.com can further the ministry of Truth 103 through Meijer Community Rewards. There is no minimum or maximum spending amount, and purchases can be made with cash, PIN-debit card, or a Meijer Credit Card.
Whether you are buying food, clothing, toys, home accessories, gasoline, convenience store items, or something else at Meijer, meijer.com, and the Meijer gas station/convenience store, there is a way to support your favorite radio station with every purchase! Learn more about how Meijereward$ T 103. Click here.
Did you know?
Christian Music Radio Truth 103 is in the central IL area on 103.3 FM Bloomington Normal, online at truth103.com AND on Twitter. Find out what we are doing and stay informed about Truth 103 concerts & other events, music & artists & more. Click here to read the updates. Retweet our Tweets and tell others that Truth 103 is on Twitter. Tell us how Truth 103 ministers to you. Get involved behind the scenes at Truth 103. Volunteer with Cinda and spread Truth (and Truth 103)! Meet other Truth 103 fans.
Did you know?
Christian Music Radio Truth 103 is in the central IL area on 103.3 FM Bloomington Normal, online at truth103.com AND on Facebook. Find out what we are doing and stay informed about Truth 103 concerts & other events, music & artists & more. Click
here to visit "the official page" for Truth 103 on facebook. Share and like our facebook posts. Tell us how Truth 103 ministers to you. Get involved behind the scenes. Volunteer with Cinda and spread Truth (and Truth 103)! Meet other Truth 103 fans.
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