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Radio station in Pennsylvania, US From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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WMLK (9.275, 17.525 & 15.15 MHz), is a shortwave radio prominent outreach tool of the Assemblies of Yahweh, based in Bethel, Pennsylvania, United States. The station's call sign, "WMLK," reflects the Hebrew word (MLK) "malak" (מַלְאָךְ), meaning "messenger" or "angel," symbolizing its mission as a messenger of Yahweh's truth to the world.[1]
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WMLK's roots trace back to 1966 when Elder Jacob O. Meyer, founder of the Assemblies of Yahweh, initiated a radio ministry called the Sacred Name Broadcast. They recognized that Bethel, was strategically located to transmit radio signals across vast regions of the globe, aligning with their vision of fulfilling the Great Commission effectively.[1]
In 1981, the Assemblies of Yahweh acquired a 50,000-watt radio transmitter, which they repurposed for shortwave broadcasting. This marked the beginning of WMLK's journey as a dedicated station for proclaiming Yahweh's truth.[2] Chief engineer Deacon Gary McAvin and other members of the Assemblies of Yahweh played crucial roles in dismantling and rebuilding the equipment to meet the needs of this ambitious project. Deacon Gary McAvin[3] moved to Bethel with his family, continuing to work on the transmitter for more than 40 years.
WMLK began broadcasting in 1985 using an RCA BTA-50G transmitter,[4] originally designed in 1947. Modified for shortwave frequencies, the transmitter allowed WMLK's broadcasts to reach audiences on every continent. By 2017, the station underwent a major upgrade, acquiring a state-of-the-art transmitter from Ampegon, a leader in advanced broadcasting technology. The new transmitter, boasting up to 450 kW power, features innovative systems such as PSM power supply and internet-enabled remote operation. Despite the complexities of installation, including new cooling systems and power supplies,[4] WMLK resumed broadcasting in June 2022.
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The Assemblies of Yahweh are broadcasting WMLK on shortwave radio 6 days a week. Since the end of October 2024, they updated their schedule times and successfully added a third frequency. [5]
- On 15150 kHz 12:00 - 17:00 GMT (7 AM to 12 PM EST)
- On 17525 kHz 17:30 - 22:30 GMT (12:30 PM - 5:30 PM EST)
- On 9275 kHz 23:00 - 04:00 GMT (6 PM - 11 PM EST)
WMLK radio can also be heard online on the site WMLKradio.com 24/7.
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WMLK was featured on chapter 1, page 1 of ARRL's Small Antennas for Small Spaces in which it features WMLK's antenna with a photo describing it as the following:
The impressive antenna of shortwave broadcaster WMLK beside interstate 78 in eastern Pennsylvania.
It says:
Amateur Radio operators dearly love antennas. To us, antennas are more than mere functional devices for radiating signals; they are beautiful works of engineering art. A gorgeous antenna system will stop us cold in our tracks, utterly transfixed by the wonder of its design. Hams are the people who nearly cause traffic accidents because they are gaping at awesome antennas when they should be paying attention to their driving. A few years ago I alarmed my family by swerving off Interstate 78 in eastern Pennsylvania, grabbing my camera and leaping from the car. The object of my insane desire was the spidery curtain antenna of shortwave broadcaster WMLK
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