Despite the sabre rattling from U.S. Presidential candidates to strike Iran, a Christian satellite TV-channel has reported ‘spectacular church growth’ in the country, noting the importance of media in strengthening the churches there.
According to SAT-7, a Christian satellite television, it confirmed from viewers that the program it was broadcasting was actually being watched. Furthermore, Debbie Brink, the Executive Director of SAT-7, told the Mission Network News (MNN) that the ministry was, “Receiving a lot of reports on people watching this channel more than almost any other channel in Iran.”
Ms. Brink also added the Christian satellite television had deliberately chosen not to tackle political issue but instead focus on the message of hope and peace.
"I think we attract viewers in these times, because they're looking for an alternative message. They're tired of all the conflict and the war, and they do see opportunities for learning more about God's love, His forgiveness, reconciliation and peace," she said.
SAT-7 Pars is a Christian satellite TV-channel broadcasting in Farsi and Turkish 24-hours-a-day. The channel takes its name, "Pars," from the Farsi word that embodies the Persian culture.
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Iranians flocking to Christian television
Despite the sabre rattling from U.S. Presidential candidates to strike Iran, a Christian satellite TV-channel has reported ‘spectacular church growth’ in the country, noting the importance of media in strengthening the churches there.
By: Christian Today Australia
Friday, 21 September 2007, 8:39 (EST)
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