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Against a backdrop of conflict, political unrest, economic turmoil, grinding poverty, and forced displacement, the people of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are crying out for a message of hope and peace.

There are many challenges to and restrictions on sharing the Gospel in the region, but SAT-7 is using the power of satellite TV and digital media to break through these barriers.

Overcoming barriers to sharing the Gospel in the Middle East and North Africa - SAT-7 Canada Against a backdrop of conflict, political unrest, economic turmoil, grinding poverty, and forced displacement, the people of the Middle East and North

SAT-7 is delighted to announce that international hit series The Chosen will soon be broadcast on our platforms, enabling viewers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to watch its powerful portrayal of the life of Jesus and his followers.

For the next three years, SAT-7 has secured the rights to broadcast The Chosen’s first three series on our satellite channels – ARABIC, PARS, and TÜRK – as well as online streaming platform SAT-7 PLUS.

What an amazing opportunity to partner in the show's efforts to reach 1 billion people worldwide!

GLOBAL SENSATION THE CHOSEN COMING TO SAT-7 - SAT-7 Canada SAT-7 is delighted to announce that international hit series The Chosen will soon be broadcast on our platforms, enabling viewers across the Middle East

As the conflict in Sudan reaches its first anniversary (April 15), a Christian family have shared their heartrending story of having to flee two wars in the region, displaying remarkable faith and courage in the face of repeated danger and loss.

SAT-7 remains commited to amplifying the voices of believers who demonstrate such remarkable hope and resilience through their faith in Jesus as a means of encouraging viewers facing similar challenges.

FLEEING WAR IN SYRIA THEN SUDAN: A FAMILY’S SEARCH FOR SAFETY - SAT-7 Canada As the conflict in Sudan reaches its first anniversary, a Christian family have shared their heartrending story of having to flee two wars in the region,

Six months after the outbreak of war in the Holy Land, SAT-7 has been broadcasting the voices of its hard-pressed Christians. In the midst of this devastating conflict, they are finding and in the of Jesus Christ.

Standing firm in the risen Christ amid Holy Land conflict - SAT-7 Canada This Easter, six months after the outbreak of war in the Holy Land, SAT-7 has been broadcasting the voices of its hard-pressed Christians. In the midst of

13 years...

The 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 today (15 March).

Through its programming and Viewer Support team, SAT-7 continues to connect with Syrian viewers and remind them they are not forgotten. Their stories of and are nothing less than inspiring. Read more below>>

SYRIANS STILL SUFFERING ON 13th ANNIVERSARY OF WAR - SAT-7 Canada The 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

"I hate God."

By the end of last year, Fahad from Nazareth had seen enough. His mind was made up: God was an evil being who “turns a blind eye to injustices and does nothing in response to people being crushed”. He was certain he could not be convinced otherwise.

But Fahad reached out to SAT-7's Viewer Support Team, and as trust grew over several days, he shared more of his life story - one filled with deep personal hurt. This set him on a journey of faith and healing. Read more below>>

MAN FROM NAZARETH WHO HATED GOD FINDS FAITH - SAT-7 Canada “I hate God and will do until the day I see Him.” By the end of last year, Fahad* from Nazareth had seen enough. His mind was made up: God was an evil

It's a crime!

The devestating practice of Female Ge***al Mutilation (FGM) affects the lives of almost 50 MILLION girls and women across the Middle East and North Africa.

SAT-7 viewers and programs recently spoke out against FGM in an effort to bring an end to this dangerous and dehuminizing practice in the region, and to be a voice of hope for the hurting.
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“NOTHING LESS THAN A CRIME”: SPEAKING OUT AGAINST FGM - SAT-7 Canada “Why did they do it to us? I will never do this to my daughter.” As the world marks the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Ge***al

COMING SOON!

From storytelling to worship songs, and intergenerational learning to lifestyle advice, fresh content for children and youth in the Middle East and North Africa will soon hit the airwaves.

SAT-7 is releasing new programming in Arabic, Persian and Turkish to introduce the next generation to Jesus and how to follow him. Read more below.

NEW PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH COMING SOON - SAT-7 Canada SAT-7 will release a string of new programs for children and young people across all four of the network’s channels this year.

One year...

Millions of lives were shaken to the core one year ago by a devestating earthquake that left Türkieye and Syria grieving the loss of thousands.

A year later stories of hope continue to emerge from the rubble, and SAT-7 is sharing them to support viewers suffering from the impact. Read more below.

ONE YEAR ON FROM EARTHQUAKES, SAT-7 CONTINUES TO BROADCAST HOPE TO TÜRKIYE AND SYRIA - SAT-7 Canada One 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

Is your life at risk?

For many Christians living in the Middle East and North Africa, risking their lives for their faith is a daily reality.

SAT-7's response is to broadcast faith-filled television programs 24/7 across the region, which hosts 18 of the 50 most difficult places in the world for Christians to live.

The challenges are great. The opportunities are greater. Read more.

SUPPORTING CHRISTIANS IN THE WORLD’S MOST HOSTILE PLACES - SAT-7 Canada Eighteen countries of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) feature in the 2024 World Watch List that highlights the 50 most difficult places in the

How should the Christians of the Middle East respond to current affliction in the region?

The answer is: worship.

And that's exactly what 10,000 believers from various denominations did at a special gathering in Lebanon to unite their voices with praise "louder than the blast of bombs."

SAT-7 was grateful to participate by broadcasting the event to our viewers.

PRAISE “LOUDER THAN THE BLAST OF BOMBS” AT SPECIAL WORSHIP EVENT - SAT-7 Canada Praise from a gathering of 10,000 Christians at a special worship event in Lebanon was said to be “louder than the blast of bombs” as leaders affirmed the

Mani's life was plagued by addiction and mental health struggles.

Things began to change when he learned about Christianity through watching programs on SAT-7's Persian language channel. The transforming power of faith in Jesus set him on a new path, and members of SAT-7's Viewer Support Team were invited to walked alongside him in his journey of growth.

Read more of Mani's story below.

IRANIAN MAN FREED FROM DRUG ADDICTION AND TORMENT - SAT-7 Canada Having fallen into an affliction that affects nearly 3 million Iranians – substance abuse – *Mani was suffering severe mental health problems and in

To mark 100 years since the momentous population exchange between Türkiye and Greece, SAT-7 TÜRK has created one of its most ambitious productions to date. Feature-length film Yakamoz, which tells the emotive story of two families caught up in the exchange, is already attracting mainstream media attention in Türkiye ahead of its release next year.

The Christian message of shines through the film, bringing to light the truth that Greeks and Turks have much in common, and by the grace of God they can live peacefully side by side. Read more below.

NEW SAT-7 TÜRK FILM ATTRACTS NATIONAL MEDIA ATTENTION - SAT-7 Canada To mark 100 years since the momentous population exchange between Türkiye and Greece, SAT-7 TÜRK has created one of its most ambitious productions to

As part of its Youth for an Enabling Society (YES) project, a SAT-7 crew from Egypt travelled to Dubai to participate in COP 28 and film inspiring environmental initiatives by young people in the region.

As one of the regions of the world most vulnerable to environmental problems, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is hosting the COP summits for three consecutive years. SAT-7 wants to emphasize to our young viewers the importance of the environment for a better and healthier future and how they could have an active role in caring for it.

Read more below.

SAT-7 YOUTH PROJECT COVERS COP 28 IN DUBAI - SAT-7 Canada As part of its Youth for an Enabling Society (YES) project, a SAT-7 crew from Egypt travelled to Dubai to participate in COP 28 and film

Battered by war, an old family home in Lebanon seemed destined for dereliction. But now, the apartment has been stunningly renovated into a beautiful studio space for sharing children’s stories of redemption and transformation. The story of Hagar, a Kurdish refugee from Syria, was filmed there and recently broadcast on SAT-7 KIDS. Read more below.

WAR-TORN HOME BECOMES STUDIO FOR CHILDREN’S STORIES - SAT-7 Canada Battered by war, an old family home in Lebanon seemed destined for dereliction. But now, the apartment has been stunningly renovated into a beautiful

Church 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.

SAT-7 is providing a platform for their stories to be told. Read more below.

CHURCH LEADERS CALL FOR END TO CONFLICTS - SAT-7 Canada Church leaders from the Holy Land and Sudan have spoken out about the conflicts in their countries, calling for support for their vulnerable Christian

As churches in the Holy Land and neighbouring Jordan cancel public Christmas celebrations, SAT-7 is standing in solidarity with those suffering in the region with a schedule of Christmas programming that points viewers to the Prince of Peace. Special broadcasts include a church service from Bethlehem, children singing from a Christian school in Ramallah, and stories of faith from Iraq.

SHARING HOPE AND PEACE AMID LOW-KEY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS - SAT-7 Canada As churches in the Holy Land and neighbouring Jordan cancel public Christmas celebrations, SAT-7 is standing in solidarity with those suffering in the

As the world marks the 75th anniversary (10 December) of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, SAT-7’s Ministry Content Advisor, George Makeen, questions the reality of the of all people and calls on the Church to stand for this core biblical principle.

Read more below.

The Myth of Human Equality - SAT-7 Canada As the world marks the 75th anniversary (10 December) of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, SAT-7’s Ministry Content Advisor George Makeen