John and Darlene Smith began telecasting 24 Hour Christian television in 1986 with a 20 watt transmitter and a lot of faith.  The Smith's have been in ministry together for 22 years and have been married for 26 years.  They have three children, JJ, Holly and Stephanie. Pastor John and Darlene have a heart of compassion for the needs of people and a desire to meet those needs though the teaching of the word of God.