KNOM Radio Mission

This summer, Catholics in Western Alaska marked the end of an era. Jesuit missionaries have been proclaiming the Gospel in Alaska ever since they first set foot on the shores of the Yukon River in 1887. Jesuit missionaries established practically every parish in rural Alaska, and KNOM is the fruit of the labor of Jesuit missionaries and volunteers. This summer, due to aging p...

The first Jesuit missionaries in Alaska sailed up the Yukon River in 1887. By the turn of the 20th century, the Catholic religious order had grown to as many as 50 Jesuits serving throughout the state.

On June 16, nearly 140 years of Jesuit ministry in Alaska were honored during a special Mass at Immaculate Conception Church in Bethel, the largest community in Weste...

For nearly 45 years, Covenant Bible Camp has welcomed children from across Alaska to its riverside campus outside Unalakleet for a week of faith, fellowship, and outdoor adventure. Organized by the Alaska Conference of the Evangelical Covenant Church, the camp gives youth an opportunity to grow spiritually through Bible study, worship, and outdoor activities while unplugging ...

KNOM made its debut on the airwaves on July 14, 1971. The first-ever broadcast included a blessing from Pope Paul VI, and messages from other famous guests.

“Every time a new radio station goes ...

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