Our History

Craig Mattson
Craig Mattson

Rejoice Radio was founded in June, 1971, as WPCS-FM, Pensacola, FL. WPCS has continued to feature the finest in traditional Christian music and programming. Now heard around the world via 40 translator stations and the Internet, WPCS and RBN have seen God supply the financial needs through gifts from listeners. We are deeply grateful for your support of this radio ministry.

The Vision for Rejoice Radio

Over 30 years ago, God placed a desire on the heart of Dr. Arlin Horton, president and founder of the Rejoice Broadcast Network, to start a Christian radio station that would reach listeners all along the upper Gulf Coast. In June 1971, that dream became a reality when WPCS began broadcasting. Through these 30 years, Dr. Horton has kept the vision of what the Lord can do through this listener-supported Christian radio ministry. WPCS expanded its out-reach in December 1996 when the Rejoice Broadcast Network began broadcasting on its first satellator station in Eugene, Oregon. Now on over 40 stations and the Internet, Rejoice Radio reaches listeners across America and around the world. From the beginning, Dr. Horton's desire was to broadcast good Christian music and programming that would encourage believers in their daily walk with the Lord and provide a gospel witness in the community. That desire to serve God and reach people continues today. We are grateful that Dr. Horton has kept the vision for Rejoice Radio. We look forward expectantly and say, "To God be the glory, great things He hath done."