| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type |
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| Section | Question | Response |
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| Station Type | Station Type | Independent |
| Affiliated network | ||
| Nielsen DMA | Norfolk-Ports-Newport News | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.UnionMissionMinistries.org |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 0.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 0.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Storyteller: The Gift |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/05/15 & 12/19/15 at 8:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A wonderful reminder to celebrate the Life of Christ at Christmas, not just His birthday. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | First Christmas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/12/15 at 8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A reverent adaption of the classic Biblical nativity story; narrated by actor Christopher Plummer. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Chimes |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/05 at 8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Written by Charles Dickens, this is the story of a 19th century London porter who finds comfort and beauty in the tower's chimes. After becoming disheartened by his life, he later finds comfort in helping strangers and rejoicing in his daughter's new love and marriage. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Torchlighters |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7a 10/01/15 => 12/05/15 & 12/26/15 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 11 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This series of animated programs with strong values and educational content presents the stories of true-life heroes from Christian history. Kids will see what God can do through a "Torchlighter" and be challenged to carry their own torch while learning about the history of our faith. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Camp Fit |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8a 10/01/15 => 11/28/15 & 12/26/15 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | THE CAMP DESIGNED TO WORK WITH ELEMENTARY TO HIGH SCHOOL KIDS STRENGTHENING THEM IN THE AREAS OF FITNESS, NUTRITION AND SELF-ESTEEM...HAS GONE NATIONAL! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Michael the Visitor |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 11/28/15 at 8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 10 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Claymation tale about a couple that shows mercy to a man who says God is punishing him. A story of "loving your neighbor" involving Simon the Shoemaker who finds a homeless "man" and brings him home to take care of him. The "man" turns out to be "Michael the angel" who is seeking forgiveness/redemption from God. He needs to learn 3 lessons on earth including "Love dwells in people", "it is not given to people to know their needs", "live by love for one another". (Good Samaritan parable- Luke 10:30-37, entertaining angels- Heb 13:2) Stockard Channing narrates this wonderful folktale, adapted from Leo Tolstoy's "Truths We Live By," about a couple that shows mercy to a man who says God is punishing him. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Alabaster Song |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/05/15 7:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 10 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Only a young boy could hear the song of Alabaster, the little angel on the Christmas tree. This delightful animated story of a boy and a gap-toothed cherub teaches the value and wonder of childlike faith. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Scaly Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8:30a 10/01/15 => 11/21/15 & 12/26/15 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Join Pierce, Tanya & Rick Curren as they take you on awesome journeys into the exciting world of God's amazing animals! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The City That Forgot Christmas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/12/15 at 8:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A young boy's grandfather tells him the story of a city that forgot about Christmas until a carpenter names Matthew comes to town and teaches the children about Christmas, much to the chagrin of the Mayor and his cronies. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Christmas Is |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/12/15 9:30am & 12/19/15 7:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 3 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Journey back in time to the first Christmas with Benji and Waldo to rediscover the feeling and message of this significant day. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Red Boots for Christmas |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/12/15 at 9:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 1 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 10 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | It's nearing Christmas in a small town in Germany. Hans the shoemaker works into the night, purposely shut away from the holiday festivities around him. Alone in his shop, with no family and few friends, Hans has never learned the true meaning of Christmas. While he mocks the townspeople?s merry preparations, Hans is visited by an angel who brings the promise of a very special gift. Hans eagerly awaits the return of this angelic messenger and crafts a gift to give in return--the finest pair of red boots ever made. As the story unfolds, Hans learns the joys of sharing and fellowship, and finally embraces the spirit of Christmas as he does indeed receive the ultimate gift--a gift from God. A wonderful program to teach children the true meaning of Christmas. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Puzzle Club-Christ Mystery |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/05/15 9:30am & 12/19/15 8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 6 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | First the Christmas parade is cancelled because the money for it disappears. Then someone steals the town's nativity scene. Time is running out! Can the Puzzle Club solve the mysteries before Christmas? |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Science Series |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30a 10/01/15 => 11/21/15 & 12/26/15 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Host Kyle Justice explores the globe discovering evidence to support the accuracy of the Bible. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Good Time Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7:30a 10/01/15 => 11/28/15 & 12/26/15 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 10 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A weekly show with youth engaged in six exciting, entertaining and inspiring segments: Dance Time, Game Time, Music Studio, Youth Network, Youth Film Short, At the Movies. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | iShine Knect |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9a 10/01/15 => 11/21/15 & 12/26/15 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 10 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | iShine KNECT is designed for kids and parents to connect with each other and have some wacky fun in the process. Watch for yourself and see if our show doesn't give you a lift of encouragement and faith that will help you deal with life as a Christian in your home, church and school! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Micah's Christmas Treasure |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 11/28/15 & 12/19/15 at 9:00am & 12/12/15 at 7:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 60 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 5 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | It's a wondrous adventure! Alive with original music! Brilliantly animated characters come alive in this imaginative tale of a young shepherd boy's wonderful discovery, played out against the backdrop of a tumultuous Roman Empire, during the time of the birth of the Messiah. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Little Shepard |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/05/15 at 9:00am and 12/19/15 at 7:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 2 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 2 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This is the timeless story of Christmas and how the birth of Jesus transformed a little shepherd boy and every member of his family. Based on a tale by American author Anobel Armour, it blends a bit of whimsy with the poignant message of kindness, hope and love. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Frank White |
| Address | 3000 N Landing Rd |
| City | Virginia Beach |
| State | VA |
| Zip | 23456 |
| Telephone Number | 757-438-2756 |
| Email Address | frankw@ummnorva.org |
| Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. |
| Other Matters (1 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Good Time Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7:30a 1/01/16 => 4/30/16 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 10 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | A weekly show with youth engaged in six exciting, entertaining and inspiring segments: Dance Time, Game Time, Music Studio, Youth Network, Youth Film Short, At the Movies. |
| Other Matters (2 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Camp Fit |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8a 1/01/16 => 4/30/16 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | THE CAMP DESIGNED TO WORK WITH ELEMENTARY TO HIGH SCHOOL KIDS STRENGTHENING THEM IN THE AREAS OF FITNESS, NUTRITION AND SELF-ESTEEM...HAS GONE NATIONAL! |
| Other Matters (3 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Torchlighters |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7a 1/01/16 => 4/30/16 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This series of animated programs with strong values and educational content presents the stories of true-life heroes from Christian history. Kids will see what God can do through a "Torchlighter" and be challenged to carry their own torch while learning about the history of our faith. |
| Other Matters (4 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Scaly Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 8:30a 1/01/16 => 4/30/16 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Join Pierce, Tanya & Rick Curren as they take you on awesome journeys into the exciting world of God's amazing animals! |
| Other Matters (5 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Science Series |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30a 1/01/16 => 4/30/16 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Host Kyle Justice explores the globe discovering evidence to support the accuracy of the Bible. |
| Other Matters (6 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | iShine Knect |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9a 1/01/16 => 4/30/16 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 10 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | iShine KNECT is designed for kids and parents to connect with each other and have some wacky fun in the process. Watch for yourself and see if our show doesn't give you a lift of encouragement and faith that will help you deal with life as a Christian in your home, church and school! |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay. FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application. WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503). |
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| I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments. | |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
The Union Mission
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