Rhema FM is the name used for a number ofChristian radiostations established with the help of, and assisted for many years byUnited Christian Broadcasters (UCB) in Australia.[1] Each station is independent, being run and programmed locally with many having moved away from the Rhema name.[2] UCB has also established theVision Radio Network across Australia, which is entirely networked from UCB'sBrisbane studios.
The name and logo of "Rhema FM" was derived from one of UCB's affiliate networks inNew Zealand that was then of the same name. SeeNew Zealand's Rhema.
UCB no longer recognises affiliations with other radio stations because it has given up its role as a co-ordinating body to focus on operating as a broadcaster in its own right. Rhema stations, and UCB's own Vision Radio Network retain affiliation with each other by being members ofChristian Media Australia (formerly theAssociation of Christian Broadcasters), which operates as the peak body forChristian media.
In the majority of cases, the format of Christian Radio is loosely based oncommercial radio styles, generally infusing Christian content by means of music tracks and short segments, such asFocus On The Family and other widely acceptable forms of Christian content.
Other stations present talk based formats, such as3ABN, Faith-FM and similar services.
