Reflections
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Words of encouragement from Algerian believers
SAT-7 CEO, Rita El-Mounayer shares words of encouragement from Algerian believers. Thirteen church buildings in Algeria have now been forced closed, but the living church continues to stand strong in Christ. “The closure of the churches has given us the opportunity to speak to more people about the church and life of Jesus”.
Millions of children not going ‘back to school’
As many children around the world prepare to go back to school, millions of children in the Middle East and North Africa are out of education. Rita El-Mounayer shares how SAT-7 ACADEMY is helping to solve this problem.
Happy International Friendship Day!
Rita El-Mounayer shares a special message to thank all SAT-7 friends and supporters around the world on International Friendship Day! We are making a difference in the Middle East and North Africa because of you.
World Refugee Day 2019
The Middle East and North Africa is home to over 33 million refugees and internally displaced people. SAT-7 CEO Rita El-Mounayer shares her experience of visiting refugee camps in the region, and how SAT-7’s satellite television programs are making a positive difference by providing education and hope.
Celebrating Pentecost
SAT-7 CEO, Rita El-Mounayer, shares how relying on the Holy Spirit enables us to do what God has called us to do.
SAT-7 ARABIC celebrates 23 years on air!
SAT-7’s CEO Rita El-Mounayer started her career with SAT-7 as a Presenter on SAT-7 ARABIC when the channel first started. This month, Rita reflects on the past two decades, as SAT-7 ARABIC celebrates faithfully broadcasting God’s love into the Middle East and North Africa for 23 years!
Celebrating Easter with millions across the MENA
As Christians around the world celebrate Easter, SAT-7 CEO Rita El-Mounayer shares how SAT-7 programs are providing vital encouragement for believers across the MENA region at this time.
SAT-7 CEO shares highs of 2018 Annual Report
We are excited to present to you our Annual Report 2018. After 23 years of broadcasting to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), our work through satellite television continues to be essential to so many. We saw a fantastic response to our programming in 2018, with over 900 viewers contacting us every day through messages or calls! Viewers continued to be drawn to our high-quality programming, and audience engagement grew across multiple media platforms.
Celebrating Persian New Year!
Today is Norooz, Persian New Year, and SAT-7 CEO Designate, Rita Elmounayner, reflects on how this celebration can remind us all of the hope and new life we have in Christ.
Incredible journey of faith to SAT-7 TÜRK
SAT-7 TÜRK staff member, Kaya, shares how he developed a strong faith in God at a young age, despite fierce resistance from his family.
Happy International Women's Day!
SAT-7 CEO Designate Rita Elmounayer celebrates the courageous women of the MENA region on International Women’s Day.
The Magi: Kings, Priests, or Enemy agents?
Omeed Jouyandé explains why Herod and “all Jerusalem” had good reason to be alarmed by the arrival of a group of Magi from Parthia. But their mission was not as Herod feared – and their faith and identity remains an inspiration for Iranian Christians today.
May this Christmas be a new beginning
The Egyptian people are facing youth unemployment, widespread poverty, an unstable economy and continuing human rights violations. But Egypt is also home to the Middle East's largest Christian population – and despite violent attacks in recent years, the Egyptian Church is faithful and thriving.
Celebrating a Turkish Christmas
Executive Assistant Annamaria shares what a Turkish Christmas is like: from the celebrations of churches in Istanbul to the general approach to Christian festivities from the wider population.
Expectant mother's hope for future
Melis* is a SAT-7 TÜRK team member. She ensures that viewers are kept up to date with Christian news from Turkey and abroad. She is also expecting her first baby. Here, Melis shares her insights as a soon-to-be mother.
Bringing hope to the next generation
Parastoo Poortaheri, from Iran, is the Presenter of SAT-7 PARS’ weekly children’s program A Girl’s World. Here, she shares how she wants to use this platform to bring hope to the next generation of Persian girls.
Crossing borders, joining hearts
When George Makeen found himself in a sticky situation during an Egypt-Algeria football match, it revealed to him the power of Jesus to bring people together. In his new blog post, the SAT-7 ARABIC Programming Director shares his joy over how SAT-7's North African programs are doing the same for lonely believers.
A good barbeque needs a good marinade
Have you ever marinated chicken, as Persians do, in saffron, garlic, lime and olive oil? After two hours, it’s beginning to tenderise and take on the aroma and flavours of the marinade.
Sharing God’s love over cultural conventions
When Iranians meet, the time we spend greeting and exchanging polite pleasantries can seem extensive – especially to someone from a European culture. The process then repeats saying goodbye on the doorstep, where whole new conversations on brand new topics are enjoyed well into the night.
Youth can change the MENA
Almost half of the population in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is under 25 years old. Young people face a variety of struggles – including a very high unemployment rate – but there is one issue perhaps more pressing than any other. Rita Elmounayer, SAT-7’s CEO Designate, discusses the greatest challenge facing youth today and how SAT-7 empowers young viewers to change their future.
A year after Palm Sunday attacks, joy returns to Egypt
Last Saturday I stood on the spot where 18 people lost their lives to a suicide bomb just one year ago. I was in the gateway of St Mark’s Coptic Cathedral in Alexandria, with local SAT-7 colleagues and three other journalists. We had come to see SAT-7’s work and the life and faith of the Egyptian Church.
Resurrecting hope for Coptic Christians
Guest writer Archbishop Angaelos is the first Bishop of the Coptic Orthodox Church in London. He has been an advocate of SAT-7’s work for several years and is a patron of SAT-7 UK. This Easter, Archbishop Angaelos reflects on how Jesus’ resurrection can bring hope to those going through suffering
My God, why have you forsaken me?
This Easter, SAT-7 Founder and International CEO Dr Terence Ascott reflects on Jesus’ words on the cross – “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?” – and asks, what is God’s reply for the Middle East today?
Sexual harassment on the streets of Egypt
The recent allegations of sexual harassment against Hollywood public figures have sent ripples worldwide. The #metoo hashtag on social media united not only female victims but also many male supporters. My experience in Egypt, however, is that sexual harassment isn’t limited to the workspace but is loud and proud on the streets too.