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Four seconds between life and death
Four seconds can mean the difference between life and death, according to SAT-7 TÜRK’s Self Defence. This new social impact program will educate women on how to defend themselves from abuse.
New chairman joins SAT-7
It is with much excitement that the Christian TV network SAT-7 welcomes as the new Chairman of its International Council and Executive Board, His Eminence Archbishop Angaelos of the Coptic Orthodox Church of London.
Easter programming on hold
For many Persian-speaking believers in Iran, Tajikistan and Afghanistan , open ly celebratin g Easter is not an option . Doing so can expose them to persecution . The refore, engaging with Christian programs on satellite television is invaluable at this time.
Highlights of network 2019
NETWORK is SAT-7's annual international conference for Partners and supporters of the ministry. NETWORK 2019 'Impacting More Lives Than Ever' was held in Cyprus at the end of March. Here are some of the highlights in pictures.
SAT-7 KIDS feeds young souls in Algeria
Many Christian children in Algeria will not be in church this Easter – because they have no church to attend. But as their families face pressure, young believers need spiritual nourishment. Now, they can find it on A Verse and a Story, a SAT-7 KIDS show created in their own dialect and tailor-made to touch their hearts.
Encouraging Iranians this Easter
This Easter, thousands across Iran will join Christians around the world in celebrating Jesus’ resurrection and celebrating the true hope it represents . However, these believers are not able to worship freely or openly, and SAT-7 PARS plays a crucial role in encouraging them.
Shining young role models share God’s love
Three young Presenters from SAT-7 KIDS are shaping the future of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). With their program A Riddle and a Story, they are helping children across the region lay down strong foundations of faith and positive values.
How do Christians in Egypt celebrate Easter?
Amid economic and social difficulties, Coptic Christians find their hope in the resurrection. Easter is the most important holiday for believers in Egypt, where festivities bring joy and spiritual anticipation to churches and homes.
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.
Arabic hymns in Turkey
This Easter, SAT-7 T Ü RK is challenging the way people in Turkey, including Christians, think about the Orthodox Church and the Arabic language .
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.
Helping viewers weather the economic storm
As living costs skyrocket and job markets flounder, countless Middle Easterners are struggling to make ends meet. But with the right guidance, many have the potential to support themselves with small businesses – and SAT-7 ARABIC is on hand to help make this possible.
Inspiring isolated believers
Every day, isolated Christians in Turkey face the questions of where they can go to gain spiritual input. SAT-7 TÜRK’s short devotional program Melody of my Heart seeks to be the source of daily support and encouragement needed by so many.
SAT-7 appoints new CEO
Christian broadcasting network SAT-7 appoints a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). As of 1 April 2019, Chief Channels Officer Rita El-Mounayer is taking over the CEO position from Founder, Dr Terence Ascott.
Family of Jesus takes love and joy on the road
The popular worship show Family of Jesus is transforming children’s lives with its message of love and inclusion. On a recent trip, the SAT-7 KIDS team brought life-giving worship to those who need it most – isolated children starved of love and peace.
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.
Celebrating Norooz and new beginnings
Persian-speakers everywhere joyfully celebrate Norooz on 21 March, and Persian staff at SAT-7 PARS are joining in the celebrations.
“Because of SAT-7 KIDS, our daughter loves Jesus!”
In more good news for the thriving SAT-7 KIDS channel , the number of viewers getting in touch grew by 32 percent in 2018. In their many thousands of comments, children and parents reveal how SAT-7 KIDS has helped them grow and flourish.
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.
SAT-7 promotes impactful cinema
SAT-7 ARABIC highlights winner of Catholic Film Festival 2019 to raise awareness of societal outcasts. The Egyptian feature film Yomeddine, has won ten awards for its role in shedding light on the lives of the marginalised.
Challenging the stigma of mental health
Where their societies may offer them stigma and shame, the program City of Stars welcomes children with mental health issues with love. The SAT-7 KIDS program seeks to support this marginalised group by giving them a voice.
Cycling over 500 km to teach the Bible
SAT-7 TÜRK combines a passion for cycling and Bible teaching in the unique program One Bike Seven Churches, tackling the challenging book of Revelation within the ruins of the seven ancient churches.
New survey shows SAT-7 KIDS’ growing impact
The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is now greater than ever. The research revealed a growth in the number of Arab children watching SAT-7 KIDS as well as a high proportion of parents saying that the channel is helping their children.