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OFFICER, BOARD, AND COMMISSION REPORTS
and in many demographics with the utilization of social media and 
video equipment provided by a grant from Village Lutheran Church 
in St. Louis. Adding a visual element to our Bible studies, podcasts, 
and other theological content supports a more face-to-face experi -
ence and is more engaging for a younger audience. 
While KFUO is a ministry like many others, we are also unique 
in that we often must operate like a small production house with all 
the aspects of a radio/video studio, branding company, and market-
ing firm, in addition to the regular responsibilities of a department 
within the Synod. We write, record, edit, and publish much of our 
own programming, along with facilitating the recording, editing, 
and creative consulting needs of other ministries from around the 
Synod. 
All of this is achieved through the blessing of our technological-
ly savvy and compassionate production staff. We are also blessed, 
doubly so, with a dedicated, multi-generational listenership.
Audio Outlets and Platforms
Listeners can access KFUO content through several outlets and 
platforms; and it is being heard in all 50 states (and the District of 
Columbia) and in over 300 cities across 150 countries worldwide. 
After the U.S., the areas downloading KFUO podcasts the most 
have come from Hong Kong, Canada, Germany, Australia, Singa-
pore, the United Kingdom, Belgium, the Philippines, and Ireland. 
Our podcasts are downloaded by an estimated 1.5 million people 
each year—a number that continues to grow.
Traditional Radio “On the Dial”: Within the St. Louis region, 
KFUO has completed the radio tower move from the Concordia 
Seminary Campus to Dupo, Ill. The new site hosts both KFUO 
AM850 and KXFN AM1380, our two full-power AM stations. 
KFUO has also set up three FM radio translator signals in the great-
er St. Louis area, giving KFUO a 24-hour broadcast presence to 
thousands of FM listeners.
The KFUO Website provides a 24/7 live internet stream of 
KFUO’s daily broadcasting. KFUO manages and updates its own 
website kfuo.org, which houses and archives all KFUO-produced 
programs. In addition to the stream, KFUO’s web services include 
email newsletters, church and bulletin information, online event 
registration, and archives of KFUO and partner podcasts.
The KFUO Mobile App is an easy way for listeners to connect 
with KFUO wherever they go and provides the same content as 
our website. A unique feature found only on the KFUO app is the 
“Open Mic” button, which allows users to verbally ask questions 
and provide feedback directly to KFUO through the app. Currently, 
the KFUO app has 7,400 users. 
Podcast Outlets include Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube 
Music, and anywhere else you listen to podcasts via KFUO’s RSS 
Feed. These platforms allow KFUO to reach more listeners with 
suggested media and cross-promotion. 
Social Media
KFUO has a social presence on Facebook, X/Twitter, Insta-
gram, YouTube, Threads, and LinkedIn, with a combined 46,000 
followers. Content on these platforms consists of images and posts 
pointing followers to Christ, their Savior. KFUO programs are post-
ed daily to share the message of Christ through our programming. 
Weekly features include Memory Verse Monday (in collaboration 
with LCMS social media), Catechesis Friday, weekend One-Year 
Lectionary posts, and seasonal hymns and prayers. Weekly video 
love of Christ to those in need. (kfuo.org/category/specialized-  
pastoral-ministry/)
Syndicated Programming
KFUO airs certain syndicated programs that align with our mis-
sion and values to provide broader program offerings. Programs or 
organizations who desire to broadcast on KFUO partner with us 
and purchase airtime for their independently produced programs. 
(kfuo.org/syndicated-programs/)
Issues, Etc.  airs weekdays at 3:00 p.m., offering Christ-Cen-
tered, Cross-Focused Talk Radio with host the Rev. Todd Wilken 
and guests. It is produced by Lutheran Public Radio.
Lamplighter Theatre airs Saturdays at 11:00 a.m., using dramat-
ic audio to creatively bring redemptive hope to broken lives and 
compel its listeners to live life skillfully and sacrificially for the 
benefit of others. It is produced by Lamplighter Ministries. 
Liberty Action Alert airs Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and Sundays 
at 12:00 noon, bringing thoughtful responses to questions about 
important current issues and events by the Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz 
(executive director of the
 Lutheran Center 
for Religious Liberty). It 
is produced by the Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty.
The Lutheran Hour airs Sundays at 12:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. 
and is the flagship program of Lutheran Hour Ministries that helps 
equip and engage a vibrant volunteer base to passionately proclaim 
the Gospel to more than 56 million people worldwide each week. It 
is produced by Lutheran Hour Ministries. 
Worship Anew airs Sundays at 7:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., offering 
weekly worship services for aging adults seeking to live an abun-
dant life in Christ. It is produced by Worship Anew.
Programming and Production
KFUO’s office and recording studios are located at the IC. Most 
of our programming and production editing happens here.
KFUO Programming supports the baptismal life of listeners 
and our life together in Christ with faithful, Christ-centered pro-
gramming: 
•	 Faithful worship services are broadcast from LCMS con-
gregations that support the homebound and those who are 
unable to regularly attend services at their local congregation 
with faithful preaching of God’s Word, liturgy, and hymns to 
strengthen them in faith. 
•	 Teaching programs and Bible studies are hosted by LCMS 
pastors who demonstrate a strong ability to engage guests 
and listeners in faithful study of God’s Word that is relatable 
to people in all stations of life. 
•	 Practical talk programs provide listeners with updates on the 
national and international mission work of LCMS universi-
ties, seminaries, congregations, schools, and organizations. 
•	 Sacred music programs aim to teach, encourage, and com-
fort souls with music from throughout the church’s history, 
including ancient and modern music that points us to the 
love of God in Christ Jesus. 
KFUO Production is dedicated to sharing the Good News of 
Christ for you, anytime, anywhere. To make anywhere possible, we 
utilize the unique spiritual gifts that God has given each of our staff 
alongside the blessing of modern-day technology. 
KFUO has seen increased engagement from around the globe