“Filming these stories was sacramental work”
June 2025Today on World Refugee Day, we share an open letter by Maggie Morgan, an award-winning filmmaker and leader of SAT-7’s Gender Equality and FoRB project, on the life-changing experience of filming refugee stories in Egypt. One of the objectives and deliverables of the Gender Equality and FoRB project in 2025 was to create video content – short pieces on deterrents […]
Live programme offers “shelter of peace” for children in Iran
I want to ask you to pray for me. Last night, five or six missiles flew right over our heads. Since then, I haven’t been able to sleep at all. I was so scared. We keep reading this verse: ‘I will not die but live, and will proclaim what the Lord has done’ (Psalm 118:17).”Sarina, aged 10, from Iran Prayers and messages […]
The Middle East war and the prayer of Habakkuk
June 2025By George Makeen, SAT-7 Ministry Content Advisor SAT-7’s George Makeen reflects on the prophetic voice of Habakkuk at a time of crisis, and what it means to pray with both faith and honesty when faced with war, injustice and unanswered questions. As conflict continues to devastate the Middle East, this reflection is a call to deeper trust, courageous lament and […]
Country Briefing: TÜRKIYE
June 2025Türkiye, a nation bridging East and West, was once the heart of early Christianity and is home to many foundational moments in the Church’s story – from the journeys of the Apostle Paul to the Council of Nicaea. Yet today, Christianity is often misunderstood and marginalised among Turks. This briefing explores Türkiye’s Christian heritage, its complex modern landscape, and the […]
SAT-7’s Persian channel reaches out to support viewers in Iran after air strikes
June 2025SAT-7’s Persian channel is supporting distressed viewers in Iran following a wave of air strikes on the country overnight. SAT-7 PARS went live this morning (13 June) with a special episode of Mirror to give viewers the opportunity to share their feelings and prayer requests. One female caller said: “We truly appreciate your connection with us and are grateful for […]
A picture of the Father’s love: SAT-7 CEO shares childhood story
As Father’s Day is marked on different dates across the world this month, SAT-7’s CEO Rita El-Mounayer reflects on her childhood during Lebanon’s civil war and the long-lasting impact of her own father on who – and where – she is today. Rita shared her story with Liz Wright’s Live Your Best Life podcast, which you can watch in full […]
Egyptian Christians mark Jesus’ escape to Egypt
June 2025“Out of Egypt I called my son.” Matthew 2:15 Every 1 June, the Church in Egypt celebrates the entry of the Holy Family (Jesus, Mary and Joseph) to Egypt as they fled from the persecution of Herod over 2,000 years ago. According to the traditions of the Church in Egypt, the Holy Family spent over three years there, travelling along […]
Parenting programmes share Biblical wisdom in the MENA
June 2025Across its channels, SAT-7 is helping parents in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to raise their children with love and wisdom. As parents from all walks of life engage with our talk shows, workshops and Viewer Support services, they are given the tools they need to impact their children positively and improve dynamics in the family home. While […]