Watch live Search
Watch live

Rita's Vlog

A perspective on life in the Middle East and North Africa, with stories of how we are supporting the Church and Christians in the region, written by the leadership of SAT-7.

AN INSIDE VIEW FROM EGYPT AS HOLY LAND WAR CONTINUES

As fighting in the Holy Land resumes today (1 December) after the seven-day ceasefire expired, SAT-7 Egypt’s Mary Joseph explains how her homeland, which borders the territory, is responding to the conflict, and helping to save the lives of those severely injured and in need of aid. She also shares how the Egyptian Church is being a voice for peace and compassion as tensions rise.

Iranians: Dying to be Free

Iranians protesting the killing of Mahsa Amini by Iran’s Hijab Police have captured the attention of people around the world. The sight of young women and men wielding only words against a regime armed and willing to use its might against unarmed citizens is the story of David and Goliath being replayed before our very eyes. But in this modern retelling, David is injured and dying every day.

Creation Care and the Gospel – Reflections from Jordan

I am currently attending the Lausanne/WEA Creation Care Network conference in Jordan. From 28 September to 2 October, we will take an in-depth look at today’s ecological crises through a biblical lens, bringing clear theology, sound science, and practical wisdom together.

PRAYING FOR SAT-7 VIEWERS FACING RIPPLE EFFECT OF RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR

Rising prices for staples are devastating the most vulnerable families and communities around the world, including in Egypt. To help us lift up those struggling, including our Christian brothers and sisters, SAT-7 Communications Officer Mary Joseph shares the impact she sees around her.

Rita’s vlog: International Youth Day 2022

"We know that the future of our precious but troubled region lies in young people's hands," says Rita El-Mounayer, SAT-7 CEO. Watch to find out why children and youth are so important to building God's kingdom in the Middle East and North Africa.

“WE ARE RESILIENT – BUT FOR HOW LONG?”: VOICES FROM BEIRUT

I have just returned from Beirut, Lebanon. With the elections looming this weekend, the city is plastered with banners and posters of the different political parties, their colours and slogans on massive billboards along the highways.

“I COULD FINALLY BREATHE EASILY”: A VOICE FROM EGYPT’S CHURCH

What is it like to practice your faith when your freedom of belief is under threat? Our Cairo-based Communications Officer Mary Joseph shares her experience of living through a time when Christians in Egypt have felt additionally vulnerable.

Our sisters deserve life to the full

Iranians have recently been shocked by the news of two "honour killings" of women, including one believed to have been killed for her faith in Christ. Iranian Christian Omeed Jouyandé explains how Iran's laws reinforce the discrimination that can underly these crimes, and how SAT-7 PARS offers an alternative in the Christian message of freedom.
Older
Newer