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February 2020 9 items
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.
Happy Valentine's Day
Happy Love Day! Here's a message of love from our CEO, Rita El-Mounayer: "We know that True Love heals, the love of God heals hearts and restores relationships. He wants everyone to know that He loves them absolutely"
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.
A deep thirst for God’s hope in Syria
Since the Arab Spring of 2011, Syria continues to be torn by war until today. Debilitated infrastructure, lack of security, inflation, armed conflicts and continuous displacement of people, mark daily life in Syria. Mina Awny, Presenter of Family of Jesus on SAT-7 KIDS, traveled to Syria to give hope to children still living there. He shares a personal account of his visit.