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Iranian Christian reflects on Farshid Fathi’s “powerful hope”
For Omeed Jouyandé, the words of pastor Farshid Fathi are both an inspiration and a challenge to radical hope. Following the pastor’s appearance on SAT-7 PARS to give his testimony of imprisonment in Iran, Omeed shares his response as a fellow Iranian believer – describing Farshid as a living testament to God’s promises fulfilled.
SAT-7 stands with Beirut on screen and on the streets
As Beirut contends with the aftermath of the explosion two weeks on, SAT-7 ARABIC and SAT-7 KIDS come alongside those suffering – both with programs offering spiritual and mental health support, and with on-the-ground initiatives that make God’s love visible on the streets.
Looking back on Cairo’s strange summer
As countries around the world adapt to post-lockdown life, SAT-7 Egypt journalist Mary Joseph reflects on an unusual summer in Cairo, where the usually bustling streets went still. While many Egyptians flocked to beaches, those who stayed in Cairo faced a strange new reality – and for Mary, the only comfort to be found was in the Church.
“Jesus turns ashes to beauty”: comforting Beirut’s children
As the shock of the Beirut explosion sinks in, SAT-7 KIDS provides a safe place for children to express their emotions. On Allo Marianne , children in Lebanon call in live while a children’s mental health coach guides them on how to cope and their peers from across the Middle East and North Africa lift them up in prayer.
As pandemic hit home, faith stood firm in Egypt
As hearts around the world are broken for Beirut, many also continue to struggle with COVID-19. Andrew Gamal, SAT-7 Producer and Audio Studio Manager, shares the story of his father’s recovery from COVID-19, and how his drive to show Christ’s hope to struggling viewers kept him going during the pandemic, Egypt’s lockdown, and his father’s life-threatening illness.
Music and testimonies rise from the rubble in Beirut
As the dust settles from the explosion that ravaged Beirut, stories of resilience, heroism, and faith flow from the city. On the SAT-7 ARABIC program You Are Not Alone , part of the channel’s #ForBeirut campaign, viewers heard from “piano lady” Mai Melki who played on amid the chaos, a life-saving nurse, and a grieving man who clings to faith.
#ForBeirut - SAT-7 launches appeal for Lebanon
SAT-7 launches a major support initiative in Lebanon following the explosion that caused many casualties and extensive damage in Beirut, a city the Middle East Christian broadcaster calls home.
The youth of Beirut – a lesson in resilience
In the aftermath of the devastating explosion, many Beirut residents hit rock bottom, feeling devastated and hopeless. Juliana Sfeir, SAT-7 ACADEMY Brand Manager, shares how she was one of them – until she witnessed the response of the youth of Beirut, whose resilience and unity filled her with hope once again.
From the studio to the streets of Beirut
Among the rubble and dust, SAT-7 Lebanon staff provide food and refreshments for the people in the areas affected by the Beirut Port explosion. Juliana Sfeir shares her eye-witness account of relief efforts in the explosion’s aftermath.
SAT-7 KIDS supports MENA children at time of distress
“I want to pray and never stop” says a young caller to the SAT-7 KIDS program Bible Heroes , which went live to support children after the explosion in Beirut. Channel Manager Andrea El-Mounayer shares plans to further care for children, including a region-wide project to unite them in prayer and creative expression.
Christians pray, worship from rooftop in devastated Beirut
Two days after the explosion in Beirut, SAT-7 ARABIC shows believers sing and pray from a rooftop under the night sky, overlooking their devasted city. The special episode of From Heart to Heart sees presenters Marianne and Rawad Daou and guests share testimonies of survivors and help viewers lift their voices to God.
Beirut Explosion - a call for prayer
As Beirut is devastated by a massive explosion, Rita El-Mounayer SAT-7 CEO, reflects on the tragedy; she shares the immediate response from SAT-7 and calls for continued prayer for the people affected in her homeland.
SAT-7 responds to explosion with live program from Beirut
Twenty-four hours after the deadly blast that devastated Beirut, SAT-ARABIC broadcast a live program to stand with their city in its pain, questioning, and search for hope. From the SAT-7 Lebanon studio, three church leaders offer spiritual support to help people battered by multiple waves of adversity to take heart and carry on.
SAT-7 calls for prayers as massive explosion rocks Beirut, Lebanon
A massive explosion in the Lebanese capital Beirut early Tuesday evening, 4 August 2020, has left thousands wounded and caused extensive damage according to early reports.
SAT-7 presenter urges action after latest femicide in Turkey
A SAT-7 women’s show host has made an impassioned call to Turkish authorities to protect women amid widespread outrage over the murder of a 27-year-old student.
Pandemic prompts SAT-7 KIDS viewers to lean on God’ss Word
While COVID-19 has left a negative imprint on the world, on the SAT-7 KIDS program Bible Heroes, the pandemic has also led to a deeper engagement with viewers – and spiritual growth as their young hearts connect with the Word of God. “It’s like we are one family,” Presenter Elie says, and viewers agree.
Gathering our strength to believe in change for mid-East Christians
As turmoil continues across the world, Phil Hilditch, Faith and Development Specialist with the SAT-7 International team, shares his reflections on our role as Christians and the everlasting encouragement and call to action we have been given by God.
Happy International Friendship Day! - Rita's Vlog
SAT-7 CEO, Rita El-Mounayer reflects on the importance of friendship and unity to promote peace and hope today and for generations to come on International Friendship Day
Viewers’ lives change through brave testimonies on SAT-7
“You made me dance like David” says a viewer of the new program Spiritual Evening, which attracts large audiences with testimonies and worship music. Presented by two well-known Lebanese figures with their own amazing stories of transformation, the show offers Christ’s hope in a country facing economic crisis.
“Much work to be done” for women’s rights in the MENA
While some news headlines show hope and progress, others reveal there is still a long road ahead in the fight for gender equality and opportunities for women in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). As part of the efforts towards change, SAT-7 continues to beam messages for educating viewers, advocating for the marginalised, and encouraging new perspectives.
Hagia Sophia - unique and valuable Christian heritage
As the Hagia Sophia becomes a functioning mosque once more on July 24, SAT-7 looks beyond politics, and remembers Turkey’s unique and valuable Christian heritage.
Iranian women – serving God from house church to prison
When 13 Iranian Christians were recently arrested in three different cities in Iran, at least four women were among them. As Iranian women play a vital ministry role even under threat of arrest, Mojdeh*, who spent 40 days in prison in Iran, encourages SAT-7 PARS viewers with how God’s “utterly tangible presence” sustained her there.
Lebanon cries for prayer as families go hungry
With Lebanon’s economy and currency in freefall, families who have lost everything are bartering all they own to try to feed their children. On the SAT-7 ARABIC program You Are Not Alone , images of empty fridges and the story of a desperate, yet dignified father build to one cry: please unite in prayer for Lebanon.
SAT-7’s power to bypass lockdown opens new partnerships
During COVID-19 lockdowns, SAT-7’s ability to resource and encourage viewers in their own homes became vital as on-the-ground organisations were forced to scale back. Nicoletta Michael, SAT-7’s Development Manager, shares how new partnerships have developed and how working together can maximise the impact of all.