Women across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) face many difficulties and restrictions that can leave them feeling worthless. A combination of male domination, traditional cultural pressures and a lack of empowerment results in suffering that ranges from social suffocation to severe abuse. But that is not the whole story for women in the MENA region. A forthcoming programme […]
Challenging attitudes on disability in Turkey
A programme on SAT-7’s Turkish channel is challenging cultural perspectives on disability and seeking to inspire change in communities. Obstacle Overcomers aims to counter negative stereotypes and discrimination by featuring the stories and achievements of individuals with genetic disorders, physical disabilities and mental impairments. The programme highlights the value of each person. “Viewers have to see the world through their […]
Viewers testify to marriages restored
A woman from Egypt who betrayed her husband shared how their marriage was restored after God spoke to her through a programme on SAT-7. Wafaa* said when her husband found out about what she had done, their relationship deteriorated almost to the point of divorce. But the situation was completely turned around when she sought God’s help. She said, “I […]
Helping refugees to help themselves
Displaced from their homes and often unable to access healthcare, refugees are especially vulnerable to an array of physical and mental health problems. SAT-7 is helping them to help themselves find healing through a series of short medical information segments. “You are your own doctor” is the message from the programme, which is presented by Dr Hany Keylada, an expert […]
The Briefing – January 2017: the year ahead
Another year began, with signs that 2017 too is set to be fraught with challenges for the people of the Middle East, Christian and Muslim alike. An attack at a famous night club in Istanbul by so-called Islamic State (IS) killed 39 people celebrating the New Year. The following day multiple bombs in Baghdad killed dozens more. So what lies […]
Prophetic, practical peace-making in Syria and Iraq
The Church of England’s only Syrian-born clergyman, Dr Nadim Nassar, is also Director of the London-based Awareness Foundation, a charity that provides peace-making education in Syria and Iraq and builds understanding between faiths in the UK. SAT-7 UK’s Press and Communications Officer, Lindsay Shaw, spoke to him just after he returned from Beirut where, among other things, he had filmed […]
Bethlehem messengers who bear good news
Two special broadcasts from Bethlehem were among SAT-7’s packed and diverse schedule of Christmas programmes this year between the Western Christmas (25 December) and the Eastern one (7 January). Amid worship and concerts in a multitude of styles from many locations and denominations, a simple half hour show from Bethlehem both reminded viewers of the humble birth of a Saviour […]
Pray for Turkey and SAT-7 TÜRK
Shortly after partygoers at a nightclub in Istanbul, Turkey, welcomed in 2017, a terrorist opened fire on them, killing over three dozen people. Although most of those killed and injured were Muslims, a news agency linked to so-called Islamic State (IS) claimed the atrocity was carried out on a nightclub where Christians “were celebrating their pagan feast” (their term for […]
Iraqi refugee shares story of faith restored
Iman, a Christian refugee from Iraq, had a crisis of faith when she was driven away from her home by militants. But with the help of a church in Lebanon, her trust in Jesus was restored. Iman shared her dramatic story with SAT-7 documentary series From East to West, offering hope and encouragement to other struggling Christians. Born and raised […]
Shining Christ’s light amid political turmoil in Turkey
Amid dark and difficult days in Turkey, a live prayer programme on SAT-7 TÜRK is shining the light of God’s love across the country. Prayer Season presenter Ayda Danacioğlu discusses challenging issues raised by the show’s Turkish viewers, then encourages and supports the audience through the ministry of prayer. “Despite the suffering we experience in the world, the most effective […]