Catholic Radio of the Texas High Plains is doing business as St. Valentine Radio. It is a listener supported non-profit lay apostolate organization governed by a Board of Directors that operates with the permission and blessing of Bishop John W. Yanta. It is an Ecumenical Outreach supporting traditional family values. Contributions are tax deductible.

Why Radio?

In the Words of John Paul II:

“Radio offers perhaps the closest equivalent today of what Jesus was able to do with large groups through His preaching. Radio is an intimate medium, which can reach people on the street, in the cars, or in their homes…Radio may well be the most cost-effective means of reaching large numbers of people who may not want to read or may lack exposure to Catholic publications--but will be willing to eavesdrop on catholic radio stations.” (Catholic Media Association)

Who are the Board of Directors?

You can find out more about the Board of Directors at this page.

What relationship does the Diocese of Amarillo have with St. Valentine Radio?

The Diocese of Amarillo does not financially support Saint Valentine Radio but Saint Valentine Radio offers its services for the use of the diocese. Bishop John W. Yanta is one of the board members and gives his blessing to this work of evangelization. The Bishop himself uses Saint Valentine Radio as a vehicle to give his weekly pastoral address to the Diocese of Amarillo which can be heard every Friday afternoon at 3:30 pm or Saturday mornings at 10 am or Saturday evenings at 3:30 pm.

How is it Funded?

St. Valentine Radio is a non profit, independent listener supported organization of lay Catholics whose work is completely dependent on Divine Providence. KDJW 1360 AM is supported by the contributions of its listener base.

How much area does KDJW 1360 AM cover?

Presently, KDJW 1360 AM operates with a daytime signal strength of 500 watts and nighttime strength of 137 watts. During the daytime it covers an area approximately 50 miles outside of Amarillo and at night covers the metropolitan area.

The future plans are to upgrade the daytime signal strength to 5000 watts which will cover the entire Texas Panhandle. This will boost the listener base from around 200,000 people to over 300,000 individuals.

Do you accept volunteers to help at the studio?

Yes, we do accept volunteers to help answer the phone. For more information call: (806) 350-1360.