When Pensacola Christian Academy began its Christian radio program 50 years ago in corner classroom studios at the school, few people hoped, much less believed, that it would become the flagship station for programming across the country.
But five decades later, WPCS, now based out of Pensacola Christian College, has expanded and is broadcast as Rejoice Radio to 44 stations throughout the U.S. from Vero Beach to New York.
“I think for many folks, our station is a companion and a constant — a light for their darkness. We share that joy and encourage each other along the way, being in the background of their life every day,” said PCC Executive Vice President Jon Lands. “In these 50 years, we have been here for the people. That is why we are here. Our slogan, ‘Sharing joy for your journey,’ shows that we ride along with them as they go to work in the morning and as they come home….
