Love Worth Finding

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Love Worth Finding
AbbreviationLWF
Formation1987
TypeRadio and television Network
PurposeMinistry
HeadquartersMemphis, TN
Location
  • Memphis, TN
Region served
National
Leader Adrian Rogers (former)
Staff
26
Volunteers
10
Website LWF.com

Love Worth Finding is an American radio and television ministry founded by Adrian Rogers, who was the president and CEO, as well as the chairman of the board of directors of it before his death. In 2003, it could be seen and heard worldwide on more than 14,000 television outlets and 2,000 radio stations in the United States and in more than 120 countries. [1] Trans World Radio broadcasts Love Worth Finding in the UK.

Before Rogers died in 2005, he wrote in a letter that he wanted the ministry to continue. [2]

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References

  1. "Adrian Rogers inducted into Broadcasters Hall of Fame". Baptist Press . February 11, 2003. Retrieved March 26, 2009.
  2. Foust, Michael (November 22, 2005). "In final letter, Adrian Rogers asks that Love Worth Finding radio & TV ministry continue". Baptist Press . Retrieved March 26, 2009.