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SAT-7 KIDS guides children on coping with stress of pandemic
As news and social media spread fear, children become affected by the stress of their parents. During this time SAT-7 KIDS is keen on spreading positivity through its programs to young viewers. The channel is empowering children by letting them know that they have a role to play in overcoming this disease.
Learning from Middle East Christians on faith amid fear
As countries battle to contain the coronavirus pandemic, Christians around the world are processing what it means to have faith in this new reality. As part of SAT-7’s efforts to be a spiritual lifeline at this time, Lebanese Christian leaders spoke on a live show on 20 March, sharing encouragement relevant not only for SAT-7 ARABIC viewers, but for believers everywhere who may be dealing with fear and anxiety.
SAT-7 ACADEMY gives vital health advice amid COVID-19 crisis
As a trusted source of information in the Middle East, SAT-7 ACADEMY now offers lifesaving advice amid the coronavirus pandemic. With an engaging approach to providing public health information, the social development brand’s new series of Expert Advice shorts and social media tips are helping viewers slow the spread of the virus.
SAT-7 PARS – keeping hope alive at Nowruz
Friday, 20 March marks the first day of spring, and millions of people will celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year. As the global pandemic casts a shadow on festivities, SAT-7 PARS supports and encourages its viewers to look forward to a ‘new day’ through special programming and live episodes.
SAT-7 KIDS is lifeline for children during lockdown
As the coronavirus pandemic forces churches and schools in the Middle East to close their doors, SAT-7 KIDS’ live shows – which the channel is prioritising – and social media presence are a source of hope, support, and health information for Arabic-speaking children and their parents across the region.
SAT-7 prioritises live programs to support viewers as Coronavirus causes global lockdown
"We are making every effort to ensure our live programs continue, our Audience Relations teams can respond to our viewers and that whatever happens over the coming weeks and months, SAT-7 will continue its ministry,” shares Rita El-Mounayer, SAT-7 CEO as the world awakens to the continuing challenge of the coronavirus.
Surprise SAT-7 visits show kids love “from all our hearts”
Prior to the new warnings and restrictions due to the coronavirus pandemic, SAT-7 KIDS and SAT-7 ACADEMY in Lebanon trialled an initiative called From all our hearts as a new way to show love to children. The team visited young viewers at home – bringing joy, hearing their stories and needs, and leaving gifts that will help the children grow in faith.
Words of hope as first case of coronavirus announced in Turkey
As the first case of the coronavirus was announced in Turkey SAT-7 TÜRK’s program World View spoke out about God’s peace, to send hope into the lives of its viewers amidst the fear and panic caused by news and social media.
Women’s resounding calls for equal rights on SAT-7
This year’s milestone International Women’s Day (8 March) highlights the world’s painfully slow progress toward gender equality and the new generation’s power to drive change. At this watershed moment, women across the Middle East – where progress has by some measures been slowest – are speaking out on SAT-7, drawing power from their Christian faith to call for the equal value that is inherently theirs.
“Struggle and sacrifice” – being a woman in modern-day Turkey
What does it mean to be a woman in a conservative, male-dominated society like Turkey? The latest episode of SAT-7 TÜRK talk show Turning Point took this as the focus in the week that marks International Women’s Day (8 March).
With God’s peace, SAT-7 KIDS calms coronavirus anxiety
As fears spread in the wake of new coronavirus cases, Family of Jesus comforts children in the Middle East with the peace of Christ. In the first episode of its new season, the SAT-7 KIDS worship program also highlights the sacrificial service of Chinese Christians, combats misinformation, and leads viewers in prayer for China.
Women’s program helps viewers “choose life”
With an innovative social media campaign, women’s program Needle and New Thread challenged viewers to “choose life” each day for 30 days. Since then, a group of strong Middle Eastern women have continued life-changing journeys, finding growth and fulfilment despite oppression and proving that over time, small changes really do become big ones.
“The Wall”: New Drama Helps Viewers Break Down Barriers
With the thought-provoking new sitcom drama The Wall, SAT-7 ARABIC helps Middle Easterners strengthen their societies from the inside out. As they laugh and empathise with characters, viewers will be offered new perspectives on gender equality, racism, disability rights, and more, creating positive personal change that will ripple outwards to others.
SAT-7 TÜRK – a messenger of God’s love in Turkey
This Valentine’s Day, SAT-7 is celebrating the five-year anniversary of SAT-7 TÜRK broadcasting on Türksat. Five years ago, the launch was described as “a miracle”. Today, God continues to be faithful to SAT-7 TÜRK and its viewers.
New talk show amplifies young women’s cry for equality
“I want to feel safe out on the street” was the powerful cry from a young woman on You Enlighten Us . Presented by youth, for youth, SAT-7 ARABIC’s new talk show has been ground-breaking from its conception – but in challenging gender inequality in its first episodes, the program establishes itself as a true vehicle for positive change.
SAT-7 PARS Takes The Fight Against FGM To Iran
Following the death of 14-year-old Egyptian Nada Abdul Maksoud , SAT-7 continues to call for an end to the life-destroying practice of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). As we mark the International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM (6 Feb), SAT-7 adds Iran – where few are aware that it is practiced – to its advocacy audience, opening up a conversation that could save lives.
Algeria: “They Came With Guns, But We Told Them About Jesus”
When armed authorities came to close down Riki Church in north-eastern Algeria, they were met with the peace of Christ. In a new SAT-7 documentary, Riki Church’s leader and other Algerian pastors speak out, sharing their stories of injustice and how believers are standing for their rights while remaining peacemakers in their communities.
SAT-7 TÜRK invests in the change-makers of tomorrow
With her friendly and bubbly character, ‘big sister’ Nora Yazırlıoğlu, presents the new season of SAT-7 TÜRK Kids , alongside her cheeky special guest Zi, a lovable sheep puppet. Through their engaging banter, Nora and Zi share essential Christian values with their young viewers in Turkey.
On World Education Day, SAT-7 stands for learning for all
As we celebrate World Education Day (24 Jan), SAT-7 ARABIC launches a new season of Follow Up , a first-of-its-kind program with education’s role in peace-building at its heart. The show helps parents and teachers support all children, including those with special educational needs, to thrive in the Middle East’s under-resourced school systems and go on to take their places in society.
Promoting Iranians’ rights to freedom of religion
Current tensions between the United States and Iran could further threaten the rights of religious minorities in the Middle East. New short videos on SAT-7 PARS’ Insiders program will support the Persian speaking Channel in its advocacy to inform viewers in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan of their rights to freedom of religion and belief.
Healing tears fall on from heart to heart
Marianne and Rawad Daou are doing something truly extraordinary. On From Heart to Heart , their live relationship counselling program, the couple show radical vulnerability, empathy, and love. And it is working. Viewers who are hurting terribly – and who often have nowhere else to turn – are sharing life-changing breakthroughs.
“Love is what joins us together” shares Christian youngster from Lebanon children’s home
As international conflict hits the headlines, a young boy from a Lebanon children’s home tells millions of television viewers, “Love is what joins us together.” His message of peace and hope is one of many spotlighted by SAT-7, which broadcasts to millions across the Middle East and North Africa.
Boy with down's syndrome is joyful face of SAT-7 KIDS’ Christmas
SAT-7 KIDS models the seasonal spirit of love and acceptance with a groundbreaking Christmas special. In keeping with the Christian broadcaster’s year-round inclusivity, which is uncommon in the Middle East, among the young guests are children with disabilities – including a young boy with Down's syndrome – and a Syrian refugee.
Cairo carol service shows Egyptian Christians’ unity
The Christmas carol service at St Joseph Church in Cairo, broadcast to millions via SAT-7 ARABIC on 14 December, is an encouraging picture of Christian impact and unity in Egypt.