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A little history…In the late 1970’s, a group of pastors in Grand Junction prayed for the establishment of a Christian Radio station in the Grand Valley. Those prayers were answered when KJOL went on the air April 24, 1982 under the direction of Pastor Howard Owen and the Columbus Evangelical Free Church in Grand Junction. The Church operated KJOL for nearly three years, and then sold the station to Western Bible College, now known as Colorado Christian University. In March 1985 Ken Andrews assumed the position of Station Manager, and served in that capacity until October 2000. In the 15+ years KJOL was owned by the University, a great deal of expansion occurred, with translators added to provide coverage to an area 125 miles in every direction from Grand Junction. In August, 1995, KDRH, Glenwood Springs went on-air as a sister station operated from Grand Junction, simulcasting programming to the Roaring Fork Valley and the I-70 Corridor. Over those years, many fine employees served faithfully in various capacities and made significant contributions to the success of the ministry of KJOL and KDRH. On October 5th, 2000, Colorado Christian University sold KJOL and KDRH (along with sister station KWBI, Morrison/Denver) to Educational Media Foundation of Sacramento (known as KLove.) The former KJOL and KDRH as well as 18 translators are now part of the satellite network of KLOVE. Meantime, through the cooperative efforts of the owners and management of MBC Grand Broadcasting and Leggett Broadcasting in Grand Junction, AM620 was purchased, a small staff hired and efforts began in mid April to restore the programming of the former KJOL and KDRH. KJOL-AM620 became a reality on July 1st, 2001. In October of 2004, KDTA, Delta at 1400 AM was added to the family, simulcasting the programming 24 hours a day. What about the future…We are determined to be a powerful vehicle to minister the Gospel to those on the Western Slope who do not know Christ personally. We want to be a vital force in the region to build and nurture the Body of Christ. That means both individual believers and the whole Body of Christ. It was the prayer of Jesus that we “may be one, as we (He and the Father) are one.” (John 17:11,22) This can be accomplished only through the energizing power of the Holy Spirit. And, we WILL have opposition from the adversary. We need your prayer support! Tell me about the people…As mentioned earlier, the Station Manager is Ken Andrews, who has completed 28 years in Christian Radio, 22 of those in Grand Junction. Previous to entering the ministry of Christian Radio, he work for several years in a variety of “secular radio” formats. Ken has been married to his wife Wendy for over 31 years, and they have four children: Amy, David, Alisa, and John. When not working, Ken prefers to be found hunting, competitive shooting, four-wheeling, or fly-fishing with his sons. Kurt Neuswanger is Music Director, and has sixteen years in Christian Radio, all at KJOL. He also has many years experience in “secular radio,” and is a wonderful addition to local Christian radio. Kurt loves camping, hiking, and his two dogs Domino and Shadow. Rhonda Repshire, is now a mom of two youngsters, Caleb and Katie, and continues to bring multiple talents as a part-time employee these days. She maintains our satellite systems and on-air promotions. She is also the athlete of the team. Literally! She loves sports and officiates basketball when she gets a chance. Charlotte Miller was Secretary/Receptionist of the former KJOL and KDRH for 3 ½ years before coming on staff at the new KJOL. She has been a critical part of the team in organizing the office and business of the new KJOL. Having raised five children with her husband Glen, Charlotte enjoys grandchildren, assisting all kinds of ministry and planning weddings. Sharon Dry started working for KJOL in July 2002 as Secretary/Receptionist, and loves serving the Lord and others in that capacity. Sharon and her husband Ed have three adult children, one grandchild, and yet another on the way. When she's not working, she loves helping out with MOPS at church, reading Christian fiction, going to yard sales, crafts, and working in her yard. She says she "loves being on the Road Less Traveled with her Lord." Dave Andrews is 28 years old, single, and holds a bachelors degree in International Studies. Dave enjoys hunting, fishing, watching movies, coaching the Grand Valley Marksmen shooting team, and shooting competitive pistol with his dad (that's right- he is Ken Andrews' son). You can hear him weekday mornings, as well as on "Accent" at 6:30am, 2:30pm, and 5:45pm. Carla Johnson is our newest full-time employee at KJOL. Carla began her broadcasting career in 1988 at the U.S. Army Defense Information School at Fort Ben Harrison, IN. She’s worked in Christian and secular media – including KWBI, the “big sister” station in the former Colorado Christian University Radio Network. Carla holds a B.A. in Biblical Studies from CCU. She and her husband are the busy parents of a pre-teenaged son, who’s been hopelessly spoiled by his grandparents! II Timothy 2:20-21 is her life’s challenge to be “useful to the Master.”
As you can see, KJOL is a small, "down home" operation. As you travel around this site, you can learn more about our services and opportunities for ministry. Do keep us in your prayers – and be listening for more from local Christian Radio for the Western Slope...KJOL- 620 & 1400! Partners/Alliances Websites-R-Us "a digital services company" is our digital services provider
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