“Learning Turkish Changed Me”: Love Transcends Languages in Cyprus
August 20242024 is a significant anniversary for the people of Cyprus, as it marks 50 years since the conflict that saw the island divided between Turkish Cypriots in the north and Greek Cypriots in the south. In a context of lingering animosity, SAT-7’s Nicole Thoma decided to learn Turkish – which turned out to be a radical act of Christlike love. […]
Syrians still suffering on 13th anniversary of war
March 2024The civil war in Syria rarely makes the headlines now, but the people there are still suffering immensely as a result of the conflict that started 13 years ago this week (15 March). Through its programming and Viewer Support team, SAT-7 continues to connect with Syrian viewers and remind them they are not forgotten. The outlook in Syria is extremely […]
Gazan teenager calls for end to war and return to school
March 2024Over 625,000 children and teenagers from Gaza have been out of school for months, and at least 346 schools have been damaged or destroyed. A remarkable teenage girl, displaced in Rafah, has told SAT-7 about her hopes to finish her education and be part of future efforts to rebuild her devastated homeland. “Children need safety; they need to return to […]
“I forgave my father’s killer”
February 2024Calls for revenge can be deafening in the Middle East and North Africa, where lives are regularly torn apart by national conflicts, community tensions, and personal feuds. But SAT-7 is sharing a radically different message through the stories of Christians who choose to follow Christ’s call to forgive their enemies. Rania Nassar, 50, grew up in an atmosphere filled with […]
Supporting viewers through the ups and downs of marriage
February 2024We have been hearing from many of our viewers in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) about their desire for healthier marriages. While some contact us in desperate need of help, others get in touch to share stories of God’s faithfulness. Whatever their situation, SAT-7 seeks to listen to their needs, provide support, and encourage godliness in our viewers’ […]
One year on from earthquakes, SAT-7 continues to broadcast hope to Türkiye and Syria
February 2024One year on from the Türkiye-Syria earthquakes, among the most deadly disasters of recent times, SAT-7 TÜRK and SAT-7 ARABIC continue to uncover stories of hope and to support viewers suffering from the impact. On 6 February 2023, at 4am, the first of two powerful earthquakes struck south Türkiye and northwest Syria. Over 50,000 lives were lost, and millions of […]
New programmes for children and youth coming soon
SAT-7 will release a string of new programmes for children and young people across all four of the network’s channels this year. From worship songs and storytelling to lifestyle advice and inter-generational learning, our fresh content will help young viewers to learn more about Jesus and how to live for Him. On SAT-7 KIDS, for children in the Arab World, […]
Church leaders call for end to conflicts
January 2024Church leaders from the Holy Land and Sudan have spoken out about the conflicts in their countries, calling for support for their vulnerable Christian communities. Churches in both places have come under attack, and Christians have been caught up in the violence. Rev. Dr Jack Sara, President of Bethlehem Bible College, told SAT-7 ARABIC’s You Are Not Alone how he […]