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Programming overall on the network is Christian and [[health]] oriented, and broadcasts 24 hours a day. |
Programming overall on the network is Christian and [[health]] oriented, and broadcasts 24 hours a day. |
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==Controversies and criticism== |
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===Linda Shelton=== |
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In 2004 Linda Shelton was suddenly removed from programming, the website, the board, and her CD's were pulled from the inventory. There quickly grew a cloud of speculation around the divorce of founders Danny and Linda Shelton. Over the past few years, rumours spread that Linda was unfaithful in her marriage to Danny, and as a result was removed from the ministry and divorced. Linda has started a website asserting that she was not the unfaithful one and is requesting proof be provided showing her guilt or that her name be cleared. |
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===Criticism from Save3ABN dot org=== |
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Since Danny and Linda Shelton's divorce in June 2004, a website, Save3ABN dot org, came forward alleging various concerns and has drawn enough attention that a lawsuit has been filed. The site, run by Gailon Joy and Bob Pickle, allege infidelity, mishandling of funds, and sexual indiscretions. |
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===Responses to criticism=== |
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==Programming== |
==Programming== |
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| Type | Television, Radio |
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| Availability | International |
Key people | Danny Shelton |
Launch date | November 23, 1986 |
Official website | 3abn.org |
The Three Angels Broadcasting Network, or 3ABN for short, is a not-for-profit, 24-hour multimedia Christian ministry, an American television and radio network which primarily focuses on Christian programming. Although it is independently owned and operated (not funded by any church or denominational group), some of the 3ABN staff are the members of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
History
The network's sign-on occurred on November 23, 1986, after 2 years of planning and construction of a satellite uplink site in Thompsonville, Illinois. Initially focusing on satellite broadcasting for the United States, 3ABN has since taken on several affiliates, which broadcast directly into television markets on VHF and UHF stations worldwide.
3ABN is the second-largest owner of Low Power TV stations in the U.S. In 2006 their broadcast outlets in the U.S. numbered over 100 stations, and they currently have several more construction permits.
The network also has a large Production Center in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, and has produced a wide variety of Russian language television and radio programming since 1993. The programs are aired throughout the Russian-speaking countries on approximately 150 television stations and several satellite channels.
In 1999 and 2000 3ABN expanded into radio and satellite television in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Currently 3ABN is distributed around the world via 8 satellites, and through streaming video and audio on the Internet.
The 3ABN Radio Network is growing rapidly in affiliates due to the FCC allowing for low power FM stations in the United States.
The president of the network throughout its existence has been Danny Shelton, 54, who hosts the network's flagship program, 3ABN Today. Shelton co-founded the ministry with his wife at the time, Linda Shelton. After the Divorce, the Vice President of Operations was handed over to Tommy Shelton.
Programming overall on the network is Christian and health oriented, and broadcasts 24 hours a day.
Controversies and criticism
Linda Shelton
In 2004 Linda Shelton was suddenly removed from programming, the website, the board, and her CD's were pulled from the inventory. There quickly grew a cloud of speculation around the divorce of founders Danny and Linda Shelton. Over the past few years, rumours spread that Linda was unfaithful in her marriage to Danny, and as a result was removed from the ministry and divorced. Linda has started a website asserting that she was not the unfaithful one and is requesting proof be provided showing her guilt or that her name be cleared.
Criticism from Save3ABN dot org
Since Danny and Linda Shelton's divorce in June 2004, a website, Save3ABN dot org, came forward alleging various concerns and has drawn enough attention that a lawsuit has been filed. The site, run by Gailon Joy and Bob Pickle, allege infidelity, mishandling of funds, and sexual indiscretions.
Responses to criticism
Programming
Viewing Sources
Availability
3ABN is now available on Dish Network as well as Sky Angel.
Internet
3ABN TV is available a video stream online from the 3ABN website.
Satellite
3ABN TV and radio are available on the following satellites covering all inhabited continents:
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Satellite dish and receiver systems that are capable of receiving 3ABN are available from a number of commercial sources as well as 3ABN.
UHF and VHF Broadcast Stations
3ABN TV is available from the following list of 3ABN affiliate broadcast stations.
Cable TV
3ABN TV is available from the following list of cable stations.