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SAT-7 Easter programs offer new life and hope
Christians across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are joining in vibrant Easter celebrations during mid-April. [1] SAT-7’s channels are broadcasting a range of programs that share the life and hope of the Easter message with Arabic, Persian, and Turkish audiences.
Arab children share what they learned from SAT-7 KIDS
Our young viewers share about their favourite programs and what they've learned through the Arabic-speaking children's channel, SAT-7 KIDS.
The church at work in the earthquake zone
In the aftermath of February’s devastating earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria, Turkish Christians have been showing God’s love to survivors of the catastrophe. One moving example are the members of İzmir Işık Church in the west of Türkiye, who drove 14 hours east to cook meals, distribute clothes, and spend time with those impacted by the earthquakes in Antakya.
Six months on: Persian women still call for freedom
Six months have passed since the tragic death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old woman, at the hands of the Iranian authorities. Against a backdrop of government oppression and police brutality, passionate protesters in the country continue to call for freedom. As Iranian women and girls seek a brighter future, SAT-7 has been amplifying their stories and prayers to the nation.
Changing the story for Arab women
A new SAT-7 TV series is part of a major five-year project that aims to help women and girls in the Arab world enjoy the freedom and dignity they deserve as people made equally with men by God.
Change and freedom for women
“In our community, we agreed that our daughter will marry our neighbour once she’s mature. But when I saw the early marriage clip, and I remembered what happened to me, I gained a little bit of strength to fight for my daughter and stop what happened to me happening to her.”
Rescue teams return to You are Not Alone to share stories of faith and hope among the tragedy of the Türkiye and Syria earthquakes
Ali Safieldeen, a Lebanese civil defense worker who was part of a rescue mission to Syria returned to the program to share a follow up story, and a heartbreaking story from his own life that urges him to do the work he does.
SAT-7 TÜRK: A vital resource in times of disaster
Three weeks have passed since two disastrous earthquakes struck south-eastern Türkiye and a week since two major aftershocks. Throughout this time, SAT-7 TÜRK has been a vital resource for its viewers, especially women and children, by providing spiritual, psychological, and practical support and encouragement.
SAT-7 TÜRK team head to disaster area
On Friday, 17 February, a team from SAT-7 TÜRK went to the area affected by the disastrous earthquake on 6 February to inform Turkish-speaking Christian viewers in Türkiye and around the world regarding the physical and mental status of people in the area and to document the latest status of the Christian cultural heritage.
Building a better future: Courage and hope as Lebanon, Our Story book launches
Civic and religious leaders and government ministers gathered at SAT-7’s Lebanon studios on Thursday 9 February for an event to mark the publication of a very special book. It comprises moving stories told by young people in Lebanon at Storytelling Clubs that formed part of SAT-7’s Lebanon, Our Story (LOS) project.
Pastor Vahan gives spiritual courage through his sermon
Pastor Vahan İsaoğlu, the presenter of the SAT-7 TÜRK program Behind the Veil, experienced as a young boy the huge earthquake in Türkiye in 1999. He is using this experience to give spiritual support to others following the disaster of 6 February.
SAT-7 TÜRK staff provide help to the earthquake zone
"Our job right now is communication. Following this earthquake we have learned that communication is very important."
SAT-7 Amplifies The Voices Of Syrian Earthquake Survivors
SAT-7 ARABIC program You Are Not Alone has lent its platform for Syrian families and church leaders to testify to the situation and needs on the ground in the wake of the earthquake.
SAT-7 responds to earthquakes in Türkiye and Syria
“We are in prayer every moment because we know our help will come from the almighty God. That’s why we are begging everyone to pray to our God for us,” says Melih Ekener, SAT-7 TÜRK Executive Director.
Inspirational visit to Egypt for SAT-7 Europe and Asia Director
SAT-7’s Executive Director of Europe, Asia and Pacific, Kurt Johansen, visited Cairo from 11-16 January 2023 to meet with SAT-7 staff in Egypt, to consolidate existing networks, and to build relationships with new contacts.
Lebanon Our Story: The Book Launch
Lebanon Our Story brings together young members (aged 15-25) of various religious or belief groups within Lebanon, including displaced Syrians, along with their Lebanese and Armenian host communities. Lebanon, Our Story uses storytelling to enable youth to contribute to a shared narrative of hope that drives social cohesion and provides an impetus for meaningful civic engagement.
SAT-7 responds to earthquakes in Türkiye
Staff at SAT-7’s Turkish TV studios are deeply shocked and request prayer for their country following this morning’s two massive earthquakes.
SAT-7 TÜRK helps viewers find God
Güneş Aydın Çalıbaşyan, host of the new SAT-7 TÜRK program Beside Still Waters , speaks to viewers with the Bible on the table in front of her. She explains how God is always present in their lives, even in difficult times, and supports her teaching with meaningful illustrations. The program consists of short episodes lasting less than three minutes, bringing biblical truth to viewers in bite-sized segments.
Maher Fayez and Heart Beats: "I will overcome"
Renowned Egyptian worship leader Maher Fayez joins with acapella group Heart Beats to bring this joyful song of hope in Christ. They remind us that, no matter the "mountains" we face, we can overcome them through Jesus, and look forward to eternity with Him at His coming.
SAT-7 sings 'Silent Night' for silenced believers
All SAT-7 members from around the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and further afield have joined together in a Christmas carol music video to highlight how believers in the region are silenced and unable to celebrate Jesus’ birth.
Christmas Joy in SAT-7 Children’s Programs!
For Christian children who live in predominantly non-Christian countries, celebrating Christmas can be very difficult. SAT-7’s young viewers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) will enjoy Christmas through SAT-7’s Christmas programs this month, with episodes sharing gifts and special episodes that teach children the joyous message of Christ’s birth.
SAT-7 KIDS celebrates 15 years of sharing God’s love
For many children in the Middle East and North Africa, SAT-7 KIDS is a safe haven and a source of inspiration. “ Believe me, you are really a blessing . Even though we're in different countries, the Lord is speaking to us through you whatever you share. Please know that you have a great impact on us ,” said Thabet , a viewer from the Holy Land .
Challenging violence against women in all its forms
As the world marks International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on 25 November, a new SAT-7 program is challenging aggression and brutality across the Arab World.
SAT-7 PARS raises awareness of challenges faced by Iranian and Afghan women
“Since the Taliban takeover, girls in my homeland have been deprived of the most basic freedoms such as education and sport,” shares Mariam*, a SAT-7 PARS viewer from Afghanistan. The challenges of women in Iran and Afghanistan have increased dramatically in the past year, and SAT-7 PARS continues to support and empower them in their desire for change and freedom.