Dear Friends, 

                September is a month very special to Radio Maria because of its Marian character. In this month we celebrate the feasts of the Birth of Mary, the Our Lady of Sorrows, the Our Lady of Peňafrancia and the Holy Name of Mary. It is perhaps for us a propitious time to renew our trust in her maternal care, reminding ourselves that Mary has always been our reliable companion in our mission.

                Until now she continues to play an active role in the growth of our radio station. For example, we are never wanting of people who volunteer to host new programs for Radio Maria. Although, we are facing a serious challenge towards self-sufficiency, at least we have witnessed our significant improvement in our collection of funds. Moreover, more people are beginning to pray and offer sacrifices for the success of our mission.

                The next two years will inevitably be more exciting and challenging years for Radio Maria Philippines because of the foreboding change in the political, economic, religious and social landscape, nationally and globally. The increasing interest of the World Family of Radio Maria  WFRM) to establish Radio Marias in Asia will stimulate in us a critical reflection on our readiness to contribute to the world apostolate. Furthermore, this coming 2012, Radio Maria will have to cope up with the new reality of an increased power output (from 500 watts to 3,000 watts) which could be quickly translated into “more strategic promotional campaign of the volunteers and staff.”  

                The Blessed Mother encourages us to trust in the Divine Providence more than ever. Let us be more faithful in our prayers. Let us pray for one another. We should not also forget those who have been very good and helpful to us.        

Fr. Jay M. Policarpio
Director, RM Philippines
director.phi@radiomaria.org