Our Story
Most Christian radio stations today aren’t really designed to serve young people. It’s not that they dislike when young people listen or wish them harm—it’s simply that they aren’t the primary audience. Yet, that’s a significant gap in reaching the next generation.
Research from around the world shows that the majority of people who come to faith in Jesus do so before the age of 18. However, most Christian radio content doesn’t speak directly to teenagers in ways that resonate with their digital lifestyle. Studies show that many teens who grow up attending church stop going once they finish high school. While only about 11% of Gen Z attend church regularly, an astounding 95% are active on social media.
That’s an incredible opportunity.
Even kids as young as 8–12 are already on platforms like YouTube and Instagram, with nearly 40% of them regularly using social media. For Gen Z, these platforms aren’t just for entertainment—they shape opinions, values, choices, and even music preferences. TikTok and YouTube are where they go to discover new songs and artists.
This is where Global Worship Radio comes in. We exist to meet young people right where they are—online—and help them encounter music that connects them to faith in Jesus.
So why start another Christian radio station? Because most existing ones weren’t built with young people in mind. Many are funded by older listeners, which makes sense—they’re more financially stable and generous—but that often leaves younger audiences overlooked. In today’s complex world, that’s something we can’t ignore.
Global Worship Radio was born during the pandemic in 2021. While the world was locked down, two friends from different corners of the globe—Nigel Santos, a young entrepreneur from the Philippines, and Chaz Lowder, a seasoned broadcaster from the U.S.—started discussing worship music on a podcast. That conversation sparked an idea: what if they built a global worship community for young people online?
And that’s exactly what they did.
Today, Global Worship Radio connects people in over 40 countries. Through platforms like WhatsApp, listeners from different backgrounds share music, encouragement, and faith. Our team includes teachers, artists, stay-at-home parents, missionaries, engineers, and creatives—all united by one passion: helping the next generation worship Jesus.
At the heart of it all is a simple mission: Connecting people to Jesus. Through prayer, the Word, and worship, we aim to offer young people something real—hope, joy, and truth that speaks to their hearts.
Your support makes this possible. Whether it’s training new volunteers, expanding our reach, or keeping the station running—every contribution helps us spread hope and connect more lives to Jesus.
