Farewell, Father Thomas
Father Thomas Sagili departed Nome at the end of April; he’s been reassigned to elsewhere in rural Alaska. Remaining at St. Joseph Church, however, is Fr. Kumar Pasala.
After Vandalism, Blessings
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Even amid the challenges of operating a radio station in bush Alaska, such as an instance of vandalism at KNOM Studios earlier this year, our mission remains continually blessed — and continues, thanks to you.
First Fridays for You
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Did you know? Nome’s St. Joseph Catholic Church pastor, Father Tom Kuffel, schedules first Friday Masses for the intentions of KNOM’s benefactors and supporters.
Christ’s Light in the Darkness
![Davis, Lauren, Margaret, Tyler, and Karen stand in front of their retreat cabin.](https://knom.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/2016-08-20-vol-retreat-2016-055-2432px-1200x797.jpg)
Christmastime in rural Alaska is accentuated by the winter solstice, when days begin to brighten. KNOM programming reflects this time of birth, hope, and light, too.
Welcome, Father Tom!
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Meet the pastor of Nome’s St. Joseph Catholic Church — and the new voice of Mass on KNOM’s Sunday Mornings.
We’ve Only Just Begun
![Van Craft in Digital Studios](https://knom.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/2016-07-12-dig-studios-006-2432px-1200x800.jpg)
On July 14, KNOM celebrated its 45th anniversary — while, at the same time, continuing to work towards our intended autumn launch timeline for our brand-new digital studios.
“When They Saw the Star…”
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From our traditional Christmas star to Christmas Day Mass and special programming throughout December, it’s a merry season in more ways than one at KNOM.
At Mass, Welcoming the Newies
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An August Mass at Nome’s St. Joseph Catholic Church was but the latest way our local faith community has welcomed KNOM and the people who serve at our mission.
Anticipating a joyful Easter
It’s the season of Lent: a season of reflection, sacrifice, and anticipation. During this time and always, we’re so grateful to you for continuing to make possible something that’s been a part of our mission since the beginning: weekly broadcasts of the Mass. This Easter, we’ll bring the Catholic Mass – broadcast live from St. […]
Called by name
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This month (in our February newsletter), we share reflections from Father Ross Tozzi: the parish priest of Nome’s St. Joseph Catholic Church, the president of KNOM’s board of directors, and a former KNOM volunteer. Fr. Ross shares what’s kept him coming back to Nome through the decades: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; […]