Faithful to
Our Mission. Dedicated to Siouxland.

Siouxland Catholic Radio exists to serve the people of our community with programming and resources grounded in the Catholic faith. Through education, conversation, outreach and service, we strive to be a trusted presence people can turn to as they learn, grow and put their beliefs into practice.

Whether you’ve been listening for years or are just discovering us, we’re glad you’re here.

When faith becomes something we actively live, its impact reaches beyond any one person. It can change our homes, our relationships and ultimately, the community we share.

Mission & Vision

Our Mission
To offer the Siouxland community faith-based education, encouragement and connection that provides its listeners guidance, hope and peace.

Our Vision

A Siouxland community filled with deeper faith, more values-driven decisions, and a strong, collective desire to serve others.

We believe serving others reflects Christ’s love.

Faith calls us outward. When we give our time, share our gifts and care for our neighbors, belief becomes action – and we help create the kind of community we all want to call home.

We believe learning deepens faith.

There is always more to discover. Understanding Catholic teaching – and the reasons behind it – gives us a stronger foundation for what we believe and greater confidence in how we live it.

We believe community makes us stronger.

We weren’t meant to do life alone. By bringing people, parishes, schools, ministries and organizations together, we can support one another and strengthen Siouxland as a whole.

We believe hope changes lives.

Hard seasons are part of being human. A message of encouragement, a different perspective or a reminder of God’s presence can help us see beyond where we are right now.

We believe faith belongs in everyday life.

Faith isn’t something we leave at the church doors. It can influence the way we work, parent, love, forgive, make decisions and face the unexpected.

The beliefs behind everything we do

Our Story

Siouxland Catholic Radio began as an idea in the mid 1990’s, springing out of a weekly prayer group hosted by Father Harold Cooper of the Diocese of Sioux City. Thanks to a group of determined laypeople, and the leadership of Father Cooper, the group eventually secured a broadcast license from the FCC to make their dream a reality.

After nearly a decade of effort and prayer, the station went on the air at 10 a.m., Feb. 5, 2008, broadcasting Catholic programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week. National programming was generated by EWTN and Ave Maria Radio. The station chose St. Gabriel Communications as its corporate name, after the patron saint of communications. In 2012, a sister station was added, KOIA in Storm Lake, further broadening the reach of Siouxland Catholic Radio.

St. Gabriel Communications continues to rely on the generosity of donors, volunteers and local business underwriters to maintain operations.

Learn more in our newly published book, "Broadcasting A Dream: 15 Years of KFHC Catholic Radio 88.1 FM," written by journalist and Board member, Joanne Fox.

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Remembering Father Harold Cooper

KFHC’s call letters are named for Father Harold Cooper, whose vision it was to create a Catholic radio station in Siouxland. Saint Gabriel Communications, LTD, was the longtime dream of Father Cooper, and reflects his perseverance in delivering orthodox Catholic communications to encourage evangelization for all the faithful within the listening area.

Father Cooper died on Sept. 1, 2007, before Siouxland Catholic Radio went on the air — but the priest played an important role in making the radio station a reality, and he is recognized as the station’s founder.

Also known as the founder of Trinity Heights Queen of Peace in Sioux City, and beloved by countless Catholics and non-Catholics in Northwest Iowa, Father Cooper was a visionary leader who was always looking for ways to evangelize Siouxland. His guidance and presence are still felt every day at Siouxland Catholic Radio.

Our Team

Meet the people behind the microphones – and the Mission. This dedicated group of staff and volunteers keep Siouxland Catholic Radio serving our community, bringing their talents, experience and heart to the station every day.

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Tim Swedean

Executive Director

Ann Reed

Program Director

Troy Manning

Engineering

Liz Determan

Marketing & Outreach

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Al Metz

Sales Agent

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Grace Tott

In-studio Staff

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Jack Stevens

In-studio Staff

Want to be part of it?

Our volunteers play an important role in what we do. If you have time or talents you’d like to share, or you need service hours, call the station today. We’d love to hear from you.

VOLUNTEER WITH US

Our Board of Directors

This is what leadership with purpose looks like. Our Board of Directors provides thoughtful stewardship to help Siouxland Catholic Radio remain focused on its mission today while planning responsibly for the future.

John Fitzsimmons

Joanne Fox

Dcn. Dan Goebel
Lisa Freking

Trina Joines

Ted Karpuk

Julie Keane

David Matthey

Betty Pratt

Sid Shoemaker

Molly Sokolowski

Don Stevens

Mike Wilmes

Dr. Paul Wolpert

Meet the Sports Squad

Sports are a big part of life in Siouxland, and we’re proud to be part of the action. Our Sports Squad brings local games to listeners throughout the community, with coverage and commentary across football, basketball, baseball and more.

And the conversation doesn’t end when the final whistle blows. Meet the voices behind our sports programming and tune in for their takes on the teams, matchups, stories and moments local fans are talking about.

Tom Betz

Color Commentary

Bob Geary

Football Color and Basketball Play-by-Play

Travis Morgan
Football Play-by-Play

Mike Skaggs
Baseball Play-by-Play

John Tritz
Baseball Color

Jay Wright
Color Commentary

Our Coverage Area

Siouxland Catholic Radio reaches listeners throughout Siouxland. See where our signal reaches and find the best way to tune in from your community.

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Let's stay in touch

Have a question? Want to learn more about the station? Have something happening in the community we should know about? We’d love to hear from you.

Reach out directly, follow along on social media or tune in and join us on the air.

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Faithful to Our Mission. Dedicated to Siouxland.