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A Christ-centred summer season at SAT-7 KIDS
Summer is a great time to be a fly on the wall at SAT-7 KIDS. As children take a break from school, the channel’s team give their all to capture viewers’ attention – while also preparing for the coming year. In this exciting season, Channel Manager Andrea El-Mounayer took time out to share her plans.
Pray for the youth of the MENA
Almost half of the Middle East and North Africa’s population is under 25 years old. On International Youth Day, SAT-7 CEO Rita El-Mounayer shares how SAT-7 is investing in these children and young people. Please join us in praying for this generation.
Investing in Iran’s children
SAT-7 PARS’ live shows for children aim to teach young Persian-speakers Biblical principles in a fun and engaging way. Their success is often evidenced by the messages sent in from children watching the programs in Iran.
Telling stories to transform a generation
In a region where their voices often go unheard, Stories in the Attic will help children understand their rights – in the light of God’s love for them. How will this new program empower Middle Eastern children? By sharing something every child loves to hear – stories.
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.
Qaraqosh: the hope that ISIS could not kill
The world watched in horror in 2014 as ISIS rampaged through Iraq, driving hundreds of thousands of Christians from their historic homelands. Five years on, a SAT-7 documentary visits the liberated city of Qaraqosh, where believers are rebuilding – unbroken, and filled with hope.
SAT-7 TÜRK reaches out to Azeri people
As the rest of the world seems to slow down over the summer, the SAT-7 TÜRK studio is a hive of activity. The seventh season of the Azeri program Pleasant Chat is almost complete and will continue to share the Good News with millions of Azeri people.
Sharing God’s love with stories and songs
Combining the power of storytelling and music, the second series of the popular SAT-7 PARS children’s show Stories and Songs enables young Persian-speakers to learn about Biblical characters they may have never heard of.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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!
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.