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Breaking ground on gender equality
Two special episodes of Needle and New Thread are breaking ground on the topic of gender equality in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), with on the ground reports, comments from viewers and special guests shining a light on the subject with a Christian perspective.

Animating the Bible for Children
In an effort to engage Persian-speaking children with stories about Jesus, the creative team at SAT-7 PARS are producing a new animated Bible series. These unique animations depicting the life of Christ are bound to draw the attention of children and adults alike.

Prayers and Songs for Sudan
A live episode of SAT-7 worship program Keep on Singing became a focus for intercession for a country that is reeling from turmoil and conflict.

Arabic children’s choir sings of God’s love
A special episode titled “I’m loved” of the worship program Keep on Singing featured the Heart of Jesus children’s choir. The episode was well-received by viewers who sent comments to the show to commend the children and the program for the special message shared on God’s love and acceptance.

Let’s talk about refugees
Not afraid to tackle difficult world issues, the Presenters of SAT-7 TÜRK’s live program Let’s Talk, addressed the refugee crisis in preparation for World Refugee Day, 20 June. Discussing a range of topics from a Christian point of view, the program has caught the attention of thousands of viewers across Turkey.

Four years of Christian TV in Turkey
SAT-7 TÜRK recently celebrated its fourth anniversary of broadcasting Turkish-speaking Christian programs in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). As the only Christian television channel on the Turkish government's Türksat, it is a unique and valuable source of information about Christianity for millions of Turkish speakers, drawing the attention of secular media companies.

Interview With New SAT-7 CEO Shatters Stereotypes
In a gender-bias-breaking television moment, Rita El-Mounayer appeared on the SAT-7 ARABIC show Is it Important to be Christian? , representing the entire SAT-7 network as its CEO and sharing a powerful message of Christian unity and tolerance.

Five-year-old teaches parents to accept others
For some adults, who have been conditioned to believe certain stereotypes, acceptance of others and their differences can be difficult. However, children who have yet to be exposed to such conditioning have a different perspective. Lucinda, a five-year-old guest on the program Keys to My Kid, shares her views.

SAT-7 ARABIC celebrates 23 years of broadcasting
For 23 years SAT-7 ARABIC has been taking viewers on a journey. A journey of growth, transformation, and most importantly a relationship with Jesus Christ. George Makeen, SAT-7 Arabic Channels Programming Director, reflects on the past 23 years and shares his hopes for the future.

SAT-7 TÜRK news unifies churches in Turkey
SAT-7 TÜRK’s news service SAT-7 TÜRK HABER has established itself as a valuable source of news in Turkey. By providing reliable and objective news from across the country, the channel is helping unify and inform churches and Christians in Turkey.

Equipping Little Musicians
SAT-7 PARS’ children’s series Little Musician is teaching young Persian-speakers how to play a musical instrument. Some of these young viewers may go on to lead Persian-speaking believers in worship in Iran and beyond.

Words For Life
From a rebellious teenager to a follower and teacher of God’s Word, Pastor Adel Malek helps empower viewers to face everyday challenges through the program Words for Life . He shares how his personal transformation has helped him to grow in faith, and encourages viewers to seek the truth in the Bible.

Love Is... Giving Comfort
On a recent episode of Family of Jesus , Presenter Melad shared a special testimony of a young girl’s perseverance and faith, and how the program has comforted her through some difficult circumstances.

Four seconds between life and death
Four seconds can mean the difference between life and death, according to SAT-7 TÜRK’s Self Defence. This new social impact program will educate women on how to defend themselves from abuse.

New chairman joins SAT-7
It is with much excitement that the Christian TV network SAT-7 welcomes as the new Chairman of its International Council and Executive Board, His Eminence Archbishop Angaelos of the Coptic Orthodox Church of London.

Easter programming on hold
For many Persian-speaking believers in Iran, Tajikistan and Afghanistan , open ly celebratin g Easter is not an option . Doing so can expose them to persecution . The refore, engaging with Christian programs on satellite television is invaluable at this time.

Highlights of network 2019
NETWORK is SAT-7's annual international conference for Partners and supporters of the ministry. NETWORK 2019 'Impacting More Lives Than Ever' was held in Cyprus at the end of March. Here are some of the highlights in pictures.

SAT-7 KIDS feeds young souls in Algeria
Many Christian children in Algeria will not be in church this Easter – because they have no church to attend. But as their families face pressure, young believers need spiritual nourishment. Now, they can find it on A Verse and a Story, a SAT-7 KIDS show created in their own dialect and tailor-made to touch their hearts.

Encouraging Iranians this Easter
This Easter, thousands across Iran will join Christians around the world in celebrating Jesus’ resurrection and celebrating the true hope it represents . However, these believers are not able to worship freely or openly, and SAT-7 PARS plays a crucial role in encouraging them.

Shining young role models share God’s love
Three young Presenters from SAT-7 KIDS are shaping the future of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). With their program A Riddle and a Story, they are helping children across the region lay down strong foundations of faith and positive values.

How do Christians in Egypt celebrate Easter?
Amid economic and social difficulties, Coptic Christians find their hope in the resurrection. Easter is the most important holiday for believers in Egypt, where festivities bring joy and spiritual anticipation to churches and homes.

Arabic hymns in Turkey
This Easter, SAT-7 T Ü RK is challenging the way people in Turkey, including Christians, think about the Orthodox Church and the Arabic language .

Helping viewers weather the economic storm
As living costs skyrocket and job markets flounder, countless Middle Easterners are struggling to make ends meet. But with the right guidance, many have the potential to support themselves with small businesses – and SAT-7 ARABIC is on hand to help make this possible.

Inspiring isolated believers
Every day, isolated Christians in Turkey face the questions of where they can go to gain spiritual input. SAT-7 TÜRK’s short devotional program Melody of my Heart seeks to be the source of daily support and encouragement needed by so many.
