Our history

From the very beginning, the vision was clear: to use the power of media to share the gospel with people who would otherwise not be reached. The name “Norea” comes from the biblical Noah and means roughly “one who spreads light” – an image of carrying hope to new places.

In the early years, the work focused on bringing radio programmes produced by TWR and Norea Norway to Swedish listeners, and supporting international projects in areas where traditional mission was impossible. Programmes such as Through the Bible soon gained a loyal audience.

Over time, Norea Sweden’s role grew. From mainly being a channel for international media mission, we also began producing our own content for a Swedish audience.

What do we do today?

Today, we work with radio, podcasts, video and digital platforms, showing who Jesus is at a time when many are searching but few know where to turn. Through Jesus helt enkelt, we meet young people and seekers on social media. Norea Play is our platform for podcasts, teaching and testimonies.

Through Trans World Radio, we reach people in over 190 countries in more than 200 languages. All our work is supported by voluntary gifts and church offerings – we receive no government grants.

Since 1993, our mission has remained the same: to make Jesus known – in Sweden and around the world – through media that reaches where no one else can go.