Türkiye is a nation that bridges East and West. It 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 […]
Voices of the Middle East – Walking The Narrow Road
Welcome to Voices of the Middle East, a SAT-7 UK podcast. SAT-7 is an international Christian media ministry bringing life-changing joy to the people of the Middle East and North Africa. Last year we had over 103,000 one-to-one conversations with viewers, and through these conversations we are hearing constant stories of the ways God is at work in people’s lives. […]
Middle East Briefing – Holding on to a legacy of peace
In this month’s episode… from ongoing conflict in Gaza and Sudan to Türkiye’s earthquakes and political unrest, Christian communities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are facing immense physical and emotional trials. At the same time, the passing of Pope Francis – a global symbol of peace and unity – has stirred reflection and renewed calls for compassion […]
Voices of the Middle East – The God of Second Chances
Welcome to Voices of the Middle East, a SAT-7 UK podcast. SAT-7 is an international Christian media ministry bringing life-changing joy to the people of the Middle East and North Africa. Last year we had over 103,000 one-to-one conversations with viewers, and through these conversations we are hearing constant stories of the ways God is at work in people’s lives. […]
The Tunisia Briefing: Pursuing love, freedom and equality in North Africa
Once the centre of the Church in North Africa, Tunisia has a rich Christian heritage and a vibrant modern culture. As the birthplace of the Arab Spring, Tunisia has enjoyed over a decade of progressive social policy, particularly in relation to women’s freedoms. But today, concerns are growing about the country’s move back towards authoritarianism. It’s into this context, that […]
7-Minute Briefing: Discovering Hope in Christ
As violence erupted again in Syria, SAT-7 ARABIC called for prayer for the escalating situation and hundreds of viewers got in touch with a flood of their own prayers, “Lord heal our land so that peace may fill it” wrote one viewer. In this month’s 7-Minute Briefing Podcast you’ll hear how Christians are holding fast to their faith despite their […]
Syria – Stories of Faith and Resilience
Syria is a country rich in culture and history, but after enduring a long and brutal civil war that raged for over a decade, communities are just beginning to rebuild their lives. After the Assad regime collapsed, new leaders spoke of inclusion and freedom, but for Syria’s religious minorities the future remains uncertain. In this month’s 7-minute Briefing podcast, we’ll […]
7-Minute Briefing: Hope in Christ in the Middle East
As a new year dawns in this episode, we’ll explore how there is cause for hope in the Middle East. A ceasefire has been agreed between Israel and Hamas; the ceasefire in Lebanon continues, and the new Syrian leadership promises to respect the rights of minorities. But while there is cause for optimism, many people in the region begin another […]