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March 2018 10 items
Walking with believers on their faith journeys
Of the 25 MENA countries where SAT-7 is watched, 22 are among the worst places in the world for Christians. As believers in the region face persecution and struggle without rights and resources, SAT-7 supports them to follow Jesus. Our programs help seekers find God, new Christians grow in faith, and mature believers thrive.
SAT-7 PARS' audience doubles in less than a year
In May 2017, SAT-7 PARS significantly expanded its audience reach by launching on the Yahsat satellite. New Audience Relations data shows that the number of viewers contacting SAT-7 PARS has almost doubled since the channel began to broadcast on Yahsat, with significantly more Afghans responding.
Monks inspire viewers to seek God during Lent
As Christians around the world observe Lent, the SAT-7 ARABIC program Needle and New Thread visited a historic monastery in Egypt. In a special episode, the monks shed light on their way of life and shared with viewers the importance of quiet reflection.
SAT-7 celebrates Norooz with Persians worldwide
Today millions of Persians around the world will celebrate Norooz, the Persian New Year and the first day of spring. SAT-7 PARS is celebrating with a special Norooz program aimed at connecting with Persians around the world.
Healing the wounds of division
The conflicts in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are seldom out of the headlines. But the social issues that can contribute to violence – such as deep-seated division and lack of tolerance – often simmer below the surface. SAT-7’s programs, such as the bold new show On the Go, are helping bring change from the ground up.
SAT-7 TÜRK short film showered with praise
The Way Back Home has won five awards at the Christian Film Festival (CFF) in Virginia, USA. Though produced in Turkish, and a film of complex metaphors, the short film has made an international impression.
Encouraging women to press forward
In line with the theme for this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) 2018 was “Press for Progress,” SAT-7’s Needle and New Thread program shares stories of women who have persevered and reached their goals through the support and encouragement of their mentors, including men.
Helping MENA women reach their potential
On International Women’s Day (8 March), women’s rights and achievements take centre-stage. In the Middle East, where this focus on gender equality is urgently needed, SAT-7’s programs are helping women to transform their lives and societies.
Helping Arab men sow seeds of change
In Egypt, “effendi” is an old-fashioned Arabic term that can describe a husband who is “master” of the house and over his wife. With the new men’s talk show Effendi, SAT-7 is helping Middle Eastern men find an alternative, Christ-centred model for family life.
Children share their dreams with SAT-7 PARS
Recently, SAT-7 PARS’ children’s program, A Girl’s World , asked children to share their hopes and dreams in pictures.