Praise, prayer, stories and history with DStv this Easter

News 07 April 2022

Celebrate Easter with special shows on 1Gospel, Dumisa, TBN and History on DStv from 15-18 April

Praise, prayer, stories and history with DStv this Easter

The Easter weekend is a time of solemn reflection ending in an outpouring of joy and hope. And from Good Friday on 15 April, until Easter Sunday on 17 April and the Monday, 18 April public holiday, you and your family will be able to join this celebration of faith with people and churches around the world.

DStv channels 1Gospel (DStv Channel 331), TBN (DStv Channel 343) and Dumisa (DStv Channel 340) have compiled special programmes to lead us in prayer and song, packed with bible stories for special reflection. And History (DStv Channel 186) is filling the Easter Weekend with documentaries on the Crucifixion, the experience of faith, and a deep study of the Bible, the Commandments and their importance throughout history.

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No matter where you are or who you’re with, get swept up in the spirit as DStv brings the light of worship into your home this Easter.

Risen King Easter Special

Easter with TBN

TBN (DStv Channel 343) is the largest Christian Television Network in the world. And this Easter, they’re leading us in prayer and song with beautiful music and Bible readings. Especially look out for the Risen King Easter Special on Sunday, 17 April, which brings us a musical journey through Christ’s last days on earth; His crucifixion and death, culminating in the joy of resurrection. And the Global Easter Celebration on Sunday, 17 April, which brings us more music and celebration. The Easter programming will continue with resurrection specials and more until Monday, 25 April.

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Easter Pastor Prayer Gathering

Join Rick & Kay Warren for prayer and worship alongside friends and fellow church leaders across the globe, with guests Brian & Bobbie Houston, TD & Serita Jakes, & more.

Watch Easter Pastor Prayer Gathering on Saturday, 9 April at 20:00 on TBN (DStv Channel 343).

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No Wonder They Call Him Savior

This Easter, Matt and Laurie Crouch celebrate the Easter season from the heart of the Holy Land, with special guests Max Lucado, Joel and Victoria Osteen, and music by Matthew West.

Watch No Wonder They Call Him Savior on Sunday, 10 April at 20:00 on TBN (DStv Channel 343).

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The History of Easter

Join host Matthew West in the beautiful Museum of the Bible as he takes viewers through the significant moments of Easter morning; along with performances of some of favourite songs celebrating the joy of Easter.

Watch The History of Easter on Monday, 11 April at 20:30 on TBN (DStv Channel 343).

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He Is Risen Celebration

Join Christian artist Chris Tomlin and best-selling author Max Lucado for an inspirational evening of praise, worship and sharing on this special TBN presentation.

Watch He Is Risen Celebration on Saturday, 16 April at 20:00 on TBN (DStv Channel 343).

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Risen King Easter Special

Tye is joined by Donnie McClurkin, JJ Hairston, Resound, and Miles Caton for a musical journey through Jesus’ last days on earth, His crucifixion, death, and resurrection.

Watch Risen King Easter Special on Sunday, 17 April at 20:00 on TBN (DStv Channel 343).

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Global Easter Celebration

A Resurrection Sunday celebration featuring: Chris Tomlin and the Chris Tomlin Band; author and pastor Max Lucado; singer/songwriter Pat Barrett; and Grammy nominated artists We The Kingdom.

Watch Global Easter Celebration on Sunday, 17 April at 13:00 on TBN (DStv Channel 343).

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Resurrection

Film based on an imaginative short story by Max Lucado. Set in Jerusalem at Christ's time, this tale follows Claudius (Robert Jobe), a Roman guard who winds up amidst a cover up regarding Christ's execution and the events that followed.

Watch Resurrection on Monday, 18 April at 20:30 on TBN (DStv Channel 343).

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Easter from New Creation Church

Join Pastor Joseph Prince and the New Creation Church worship for this special Easter celebration.

Watch Easter from New Creation Church on Monday, 25 April at 20:30 on TBN (DStv Channel 343).

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Dumisa Channel 340

Easter with Dumisa

Dumisa celebrating a beautifully South African Easter is the run-up to the Easter Weekend, as we join choirs and worshipers from cultural groups and churches around the country for messages that embrace our beautiful differences along with our shared faith in the message of resurrection and salvation. The Good Friday message on 15 April is a reflection on the powerful final words of Jesus, given to us from the cross.

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Umanyano

Umanyano brings you inspirational Biblical teachings in the comfort of your home. Visit other churches through Umanyano as we take you to various women’s interdenominational services from close and far. See what the spirit of togetherness can accomplish.

Watch Umanyano from Thursday, 4 April at 15:00 on Dumisa (DStv Channel 340).

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Hulisani

Hulisani brings local choirs led by various indigenous groups into the studio to perform inspiring songs. This Monday to Friday show is packed with Proudly SA Choirs, celebrating Choristers, Clap & Tap, Brass Bands, Zion and Community Choirs. It’s an African worship celebration!

Watch Hulisani Mondays-Fridays at 17:00 on Dumisa (DStv Channel 340).

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Easter Special

Dumisa TV showcases the remembrance of Crucification, through Jesus’s "Seven Sayings", his final message to the faithful, from the cross. Reflect on the power of forgiveness, the certainty of a welcome in heaven, faith through times of agony and despair, and a surrender into God’s hands.

Watch Easter Special from Friday, 15 April at 18:00 on Dumisa (DStv Channel 340).

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1 Gospel Channel

Easter on 1Gospel

1Gospel is your 24-hour Gospel Music and inspiration channel. And from Easter Friday on 15 April, it’s time to rise up and raise your voice with us in an hour-long praise and worship session that’ll send chills through your body. And then if you’ve been following the 1Gospel Out and About Presenter Search adventure, tune in for the brand-new season of Out and About on Wednesday, 20 April to see Selathe Mathiya at work with the team, bringing you news of Christian community and special events. Congratulations, Selathe!

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Easter Special

1Gospel brings you the story of Easter told in praise & worship. It’s an hour-long urban Gospel music experience featuring some of Mzansi most sought after Gospel artists. Let the Spirit move you!

Watch Easter Special from Friday, 15 April at 17:30 on 1Gospel (DStv Channel 331).

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Out and About

It’s a brand-new season with our new presenter, Presenter Search winner Selathe Mathiya! Stay in the know with what is happening on the Christian calendar. Get the latest news of concerts, studio recordings, music & book launches, fashion shows, community building and more. With April being the Easter month, the Out and About team has been hard at work finding special services and celebrations in your area.

Watch Out and About from Wednesday, 20 April at 17:30 on 1Gospel (DStv Channel 331).

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Easter on History

This Easter the History channel (DStv Channel 186) has special documentaries that explore the rise of the Christian faith, Biblical history, archaeology and scholarship, and the facts of the crucifixion. It’s intriguing family viewing for anyone who is fascinated by Bible stories and wants to know more about the times that Jesus lived in, and the people He came from. History’s documentaries also focus on how Christianity has changed the world, and how Faith has shaped our laws and our world today.

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TBN (DStv Channel 343) is available in South Africa to all DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Family, Access and Easy View customers.

Dumisa (DStv Channel 340 is available in South Africa to all DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Family, and Access customers.

1Gospel (DStv Channel 331) is available in South Africa to all DStv Premium, Compact Plus, Compact, Family, and Access customers.

History (DStv Channel 186) is available in South Africa to all DStv Premium and Compact Plus, customers.

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