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At the end of the year, you can help spread the Gospel of Christ to a world in need of the truth of Orthodoxy!
"The Orthodox Christian Network has truly had a great impact on my life as an Orthodox Christian. The programming is informative, educational, deeply inspirational and thought-provoking. I support OCN because I know it makes a difference in the lives of so many people throughout the world."
— John, Ft. Myers, Fla.
Dear Friend of the Orthodox Christian Network,
I hope you are as eager as John to see Orthodoxy make a difference in today's world!
There's certainly never been a greater need for an Orthodox Christian voice that speaks to the real-life concerns of teens, young adults and families. That's why I am so thankful to you for supporting this ministry. Every time you give to OCN, you provide spiritual strength to Orthodox families and seekers throughout the world!
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STOP THE SUNDAY-ONLY SYNDROME
In many places, the Church is still suffering from what I call the "Sunday-Only Syndrome," which limits the Church's relevance to a 60-minute window once a week. But you can stop that trend from continuing!


OCN keeps people connected to the Church 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — but only through the funding of individuals like you! Your support makes this outreach possible, and during the next month, your gift to OCN will MAKE DOUBLE THE DIFFERENCE because it will be matched DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR.


I hope I can count on you to respond to this special appeal today. We have an unprecedented opportunity. Because of the generosity of people like you, OCN has experienced TREMENDOUS growth in the past year. We're now reaching TENS OF THOUSANDS of people through:
- The only nationally syndicated Orthodox radio broadcast
- 12 online shows
- 20 Internet radio stations
- A growing number of video productions
People all over the world are now able to access these and other resources for free on the radio and our Web site, www.myocn.net. And the most amazing thing about that new growth is that is has been ENTIRELY funded by the faithful, voluntary gifts of individuals like you.
YOUR GIFT WILL BE DOUBLED!
Please take advantage of this excellent opportunity to make a year-end, tax-deductible gift that makes double the difference!
OCN has received a $20,000 Matching Grant, which means that all donations up to that level will be matched DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR. By giving today, your tax-deductible gift of $25, $50, $100 or more will be immediately doubled—and it will help OCN continue to touch lives throughout the world.
Think about it: If only 200 people like you give $100, we'll reach our goal in no time! Please step forward today and help us get that much closer.
WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT? 


Considering the realities of modern life, the programs that OCN makes are THE MOST COST-EFFECTIVE way to reach THOUSANDS of people on behalf of the Orthodox Faith. Just look at these statistics from the Barna Research Group and the Pew Foundation:
- 140 million Americans listen to religious radio broadcasts.
- 80 million Americans listen to Internet-based radio stations like ours.
- Teens spend an average of 72 hours per week using electronic media.
- Trends like these mean that media outreach is essential for the future vitality of the Church.
WHY SHOULD YOU GIVE?
I therefore urge you to prayerfully consider sending your gift today for two very powerful reasons:
- Because your gift helps create something truly valuable: An effective media outreach for the Orthodox Church.
- Because if you give today, your gift will be matched dollar for dollar.
Thank you for your visionary leadership on behalf of Orthodox Christian outreach. Our Church needs to have a voice that reaches the public with the timeless faith of Orthodoxy, and your contribution makes that possible!
Remember: Every gift makes a difference, so please give as generously as you can today.
Yours in Christ,
 Fr. Christopher Metropulos

Executive Director, 
Orthodox Christian Network
P.S. Please join us in creating something truly valuable! Your gift makes a real difference — and it will be matched DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR. Thank you!
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