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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.
Prayer tent offers beacon of light during Lebanon protests
BEIRUT, LEBANON – December 2019 – The nation of Lebanon continues to be in an uproar with political and economic challenges affecting the lives of the people. The people’s desire for basic social and economic opportunities has led to an unprecedented unity among various religious groups. SAT-7 ARABIC broadcasts the events unfolding at a prayer tent in Martyr’s Square, praying for God to intercede on the nation’s behalf.
Celebrating Christmas in secrecy
This year, many believers in Iran will celebrate Christmas alone or in secret. Despite this, their messages to SAT-7’s Persian-speaking channel demonstrate their resilient hope during this season.
SAT-7 shares hope of Christ’s birth with displaced kids
This Christmas, SAT-7 KIDS brings light and hope to displaced Syrian children at a centre in Damascus, where staff use its programs both during advent and year-round. This new use of SAT-7 shows joins the Christian broadcaster’s many lifelines for displaced children and families, which include education and parenting support.
Teenagers find hope of Christ in new program Hashtag
SAT-7 PARS released a new live program for Persian speaking teens called Hashtag . Parastoo, the host and producer of Hashtag, wanted to develop a teen program that was fun and educational, sharing Biblical truth that brings hope into their lives.
What does Christmas mean to people living in Turkey?
Bright shining lights, delicious food, colourfully wrapped presents, highly decorated trees, and a jolly man dressed in red – these descriptions will make most of us think of Christmas. However, in Turkey these celebrations represent New Year’s Day. SAT-7 TÜRK is helping end confusion by sharing the true message of Christmas in Turkey.
Churches in Jordan reaching out to refugees for Christmas
Following last year’s Christmas Stories episodes filmed on the rooftop of the SAT-7 Egypt Studios, this year SAT-7 ARABIC is broadcasting a second Christmas Stories special coming to us from Jordan. This Christmas special broadcast is focused on the needs of refugees residing in Jordan emphasizing the efforts of churches of various denominations reaching out to help them.
Striking results as love goes live on SAT-7 KIDS’ social media
As SAT-7 KIDS celebrates its 12 th anniversary, the Christian channel’s industry-leading new social media strategy achieves striking results. Viewer engagement doubles and youngsters across the Middle East grow in faith in response to the channel’s safe, encouraging presence in the unregulated “Wild West” of online content for children.
“May you continue to teach kids about Jesus!”
On 12 December 2019 SAT-7 KIDS celebrated 12 years on air with a special episode aired live through satellite and on social media. Presenter Milad Hadchiti interviewed presenters from previous SAT-7 KIDS programs who shared their best moments on the channel, and viewers called in expressing how their lives have been impacted.
SAT-7 TÜRK broadcasts hope for youth during Advent season
The advent period is marked by Christians across the world as the countdown to Christmas begins. But what does advent mean and what do the candles we light represent? Turning Point, SAT-7 TÜRK’s youth program, addresses such questions by looking at the source of hope, joy, peace, and love.
Their churches shuttered, Algerian believers cry out for their rights on SAT-7
Algerian Christians bravely call for their rightful freedoms as 13 churches in the country remain closed down. Speaking to their fellow Algerians – and to believers around the world – on local Christian broadcaster SAT-7, church members claim their legitimate place in their country and cry out for recognition and prayer.
An encounter with joy
As protests, uprisings and instability continue in Lebanon, it is encouraging to hear that Christians – and especially young people – are leaning on God for their security and joy. SAT-7’s Katerina Parpa spoke with the aptly-named Joy Basta, a 21-year-old presenter on SAT-7 KIDS, about his first-hand experience of the upheaval and the faith that carries him through.
The importance of knowing your human rights in Iran
Many Iranian believers live in fear due to misunderstandings surrounding human rights and freedom of belief. SAT-7 is empowering viewers by educating them on their human rights and encouraging them to stand up for themselves and others.
Speaking God’s love into violence in Iran
A wave of protests erupted across Iran in November, sparked by an increase in the cost and rationing of fuel. Internet access was cut, and over 200 people were killed when the protests were met with violence. SAT-7 viewers have been sharing their worries, fears and prayers with the Audience Relations team, who have been available 24/7.
Disabled children shine in SAT-7 KIDS’ city of stars
SAT-7 KIDS sets a trailblazing example of disability inclusion in a region where disabled children are often excluded. This year, the Christian broadcaster marks the International Day for Disabled Persons (December 3) by wrapping up production on a new season of the special children’s programme City of Stars.
Taking a stand against domestic violence
As the world marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (25 November), SAT-7 is a catalyst for change in the Middle East and North Africa. With support from the Christian broadcaster, and the local Church, courageous women break free from cycles of violence – and perpetrators find ways to change.
SAT-7 beams children’s voices of love to their peers
As we celebrate World Television Day (21 November), Christian broadcaster SAT-7 KIDS demonstrates the medium’s continued ability to transform children’s lives. The channel is a powerful platform for teenage role-model presenters – such as new addition Markus Kashouh, a popular YouTuber – who encourage their peers with a message of hope and support.
Iraq’s churches cry out
While Iraqi demonstrators have been calling out to be heard by their rulers in some of the largest protests since the fall of Saddam, SAT-7 viewers heard that churches in Iraq are crying out to God for their nation.
Championing children’s rights in the Middle East
As today is Universal Children’s Day and the 30th anniversary of the Convention of the Rights of the Child, Christian broadcaster SAT-7 KIDS is championing for children. In a region where childhoods are often cut short, year-round the channel raises awareness of children’s rights among its young viewers, their parents, and wider society in the Middle East and North Africa.
Persian children learn about love and hope through SAT-7
In 2005, an Iranian animated series for children promoted suicide attacks. Today, less than one percent of programs on Iranian State television are for children. In response, SAT-7 is leading the way in producing much-needed programs for Persian-speaking children with positive role models and messages.
Algeria – “You can seal our churches but not our hearts”
“You can seal our churches but you can’t seal our hearts” is the cry from Algeria as churches are being sealed shut despite Article 42 of the Algerian Constitution guaranteeing its citizens freedom to worship and the freedom to meet for a service. The 15 October closure of the largest of these – the 1,200-member Full Gospel Church of Tizi Ouzou (EPPETO) – has also halted live television broadcasts of the weekly services by Christian broadcaster SAT-7.
A Voice For Prayer, Peace, And Progress In Lebanon
As weeks of anti-government protests brought their country to a standstill, Lebanon’s church leaders united to join the call for basic rights. Amid the crisis, SAT-7 ARABIC is a powerful platform for Lebanese Christians – and they are encouraging each other to pray, to be peaceful role models, and to stand up for their beliefs.
A month of turmoil and a week of prayer
Is it a coincidence that SAT-7’s annual Week of Prayer took place during a time of so much turmoil in the Middle East and North Africa? As conflicts and tensions rose in the region, SAT-7 led hundreds of believers from around the world in prayer.