THE CHANGE A WEEK BRINGS
David Aiken

Last week, I was busy making plans for all that I needed to accomplish this week. There was a lot of paper work to file with the FCC, a computer upgrade for the Delaware studio, wiring changes in Marion, and an article to write for this newsletter. None of that got done except that I am writing this newsletter article from my hospital bed using a laptop computer. Last week I didn’t even know what Pancreatitis was, but I sure found out. I also discovered that I have many wonderful friends who are ready, willing, and able to step in and help a friend who is hurting. Those wonderful friends went above and beyond to insure that COACB stations stayed on the air, and that all essential services were performed. Many even came by my hospital room to ask what they could do to help; and yes, it looks like the newsletter will make it to the printer on time. To all my wonderful friends...Thanks and God Bless You!

LOVE GIFT FOR OCTOBER

The love gift for October is a Southern Gospel cassette tape featuring The Kingsmen Quartet. You will enjoy listening to this encouraging music everywhere you go. Songs include popular titles as Unclouded Day, Little is Much, So High, and When The Angels Carry Me Home. This love gift will be sent to all that donate at least $5.00 to the COACB during the month of October.

OUR CONNECTION TO THE WORLD

Be sure to tell your friends about our website—our connection to the WORLD. Visitors can post and read prayer requests, read the newsletter, watch the station, and get information about programs on the stations—all from anywhere in the world. Visit today! www.coacb.org.

FALL TELETHON
Ben Kalb

I guess everyone has his or her favorite event at the COACB stations. Many enjoy the monthly gospel singings, others love to hear God’s Word proclaimed by a favorite preacher, and then there's a bunch (like me) who enjoy the bi-annual telethons.

Telethons give our viewers a chance to support their station, while enjoying all the excitement that goes along with it. I think the auctions are a favorite for most viewers. Many enjoy seeing the different items donated by local businesses, while others look forward to homemade food items. I’ve even had people tell me how they listen for the famous countdown from "TEN" to "SOLD."

In honor of the Lord’s Day, we do not have an auction on Sunday, but instead, a day of praise, singing, and celebrating. During the Sunday broadcast, we give viewers the opportunity to call in pledges and give to support the growth of their station.

Please pray for the success of our FALL TELETHON and plan on attending or viewing October 12-15. If you would like to donate an item for auction, please call Reta (740) 383-1794.

ANTENNA UPDATE

Many people have been coming into the stations to pick up their UHF antenna for a donation of $20. There are only a few antennas remaining, so hurry in to pick yours up today! The antennas come with 50ft. lead-in wire and three stand-offs—a retail value of over $35.

GOSPEL SINGINGS

The first Saturday night of each month we have a live gospel singing at our studio in Delaware, Ohio, 36 Spring Street. The next scheduled singing is October 7, 2000 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Featured groups will be The Followers; Tom Callahan; Annette Johnson; and Ted & Judy Pearson.

The third Saturday night of each month we have a live gospel singing in Studio A at TV39, 1282 North Main

Street, Marion, Ohio. Our next monthly gospel singing will be held October 21, 2000 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Featured groups will be Sam Stambaugh, Plain City; Steve Mosley, New Bloomington; Ratliff Family, and Ed and Debbie Damphouse, Marion, Ohio.

Also, the fourth Saturday night of each month we have a live gospel singing at our studio in Kenton, Ohio, 14 North Main Street. The next scheduled singing is October 28, 2000. Featured groups will be Brenda and Ernie; Bobbie and Jerry Allen; and others.

CHICKEN OVER RICE
Sarah Kalb

1 can mushroom soup; 1 soup can full of milk;
¾ cup uncooked rice; 1 envelope dry onion mix;
2 chicken breast; 1 can mushrooms.

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Blend soup and milk, reserve ½ cup of mixture. Stir together remaining soup mixture, rice, mushrooms (with juice), and half the onion soup mix. Pour into ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish. Arrange chicken on rice mixture. Pour reserved soup over chicken and sprinkle with remaining onion soup mix. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour. Uncover and bake 15 minutes longer.

The grants can be made to honor or celebrate anniversaries, weddings, birthdays, graduations, and other joyous occasions, or just to promote the gospel. The grant can also be made in memory of loved ones. To reserve a day, contact Reta at (740) 383-1794.

PUMPKIN CHIFFON CAKE
Thelma Aiken

2 cups flour; 1 ½ cups sugar; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon nutmeg; ½ teaspoon cloves (ground); 7 large eggs (separated); ¾ cup canned pumpkin; ½ cup salad oil; ½ cup water; ½ teaspoon cream of tartar.

Sift dry ingredients in large mixing bowl. Separate eggs and set whites aside. In small mixing bowl, combine egg yolks, pumpkin, salad oil and water. Make a well in dry ingredients. Add liquid mixture all at once. Blend till smooth. Beat egg whites till frothy, add cream of tartar. Beat about 7 minutes until stiff, not dry and fold into pumpkin batter. Turn into 10-inch tube pan (ungreased). Bake 55 minutes in 325-degree oven, turn oven to 350 degrees and bake another 15 minutes longer. Invert cake onto cake rack at once and let cool. Loosen sides and center of cake with spatula.

ICING

Mix well ½ pound sifted confectioner sugar; 2 tablespoons butter; 3 tablespoons condensed milk; ¼ teaspoon maple flavoring. Spread over cake and sprinkle with chopped walnuts.

Combine milk, sugar, egg yolks, and margarine. Add vanilla. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 12 minutes). Add coconut and pecans. Beat until thick enough to spread.

There are times, when we are weary,
When the load seems hard to bear.
That’s the time to trust the Savior,
Cast on Him your every care.
Remember friend, He loves you,
Far more than tongue can tell.
Life’s voyage will be pleasant,
As He whispers, "All is well."

COACB
1282 North Main Street
Marion, Ohio 43302-1523