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SAT-7 PLUS and the global shift towards streaming
As traditional pattern s of watching television give way to varied forms of viewing content , SAT-7 is m aking more Christ-centred programs available on its free-to-access streaming platform SAT-7 PLUS . W ith nearly 1.3 million unique users , the platform is growing in popularity in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) .
Suffering Iranians unite in prayer for their country
The SAT-7 PARS Viewer Support team, made up of Iranian believers living outside their homeland, has been deeply impacted by the stream of troubling news from Iran in recent weeks. Events including a catastrophic explosion at the country’s largest commercial port, the imprisonment of three Christians – one a pregnant woman – for their faith, and Iran’s deepening economic crisis, are uniting staff and viewers in fervent prayer.
Finding Jesus and community in Türkiye
For Turkish people seeking Jesus, it can be difficult to build an accurate understanding of the Christian faith, find spiritual encouragement, and connect with a vibrant church. We recently heard from SAT-7 TÜRK viewer Ercan * , who overcame the odds to find Jesus and community in Türkiye.
Gaza’s Christians recall Pope Francis’ final message of peace
As the war in Gaza looks set to intensify, with an expanded offensive anticipated, the region’s Christians have been remembering the late Pope Francis and his final phone conversation with them, in which he called for peace and justice in the Holy Land.
What can we learn from the life and example of Pope Francis?
SAT-7’s George Makeen reflects on Pope Francis’ legacy of communicating Christian teaching to those beyond the Church, and how we all need to reject labelling and stereotypes in order to connect with those who are different from us.