CTV channel was established in 2007 under the initiative of
Pope Shenouda III, the Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark. It was launched as the first official satellite television channel of the Coptic Orthodox Church, aiming to provide spiritual and religious content for
Copts in Egypt and the diaspora, as well as to broadcast liturgies and church events. The channel began its experimental broadcast in late 2007, followed by its official launch, offering a range of religious and educational programs, in addition to live coverage of liturgies and services from the Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral and other churches. Following the death of
Pope Shenouda III in 2012, the channel continued its operations under the leadership of
Pope Tawadros II, who supported its further development and expansion while maintaining its core mission of promoting Coptic Orthodox teachings and strengthening communication with the Church’s followers worldwide. Since its establishment, the channel has witnessed gradual development in both broadcast quality and content, introducing a wider variety of programs addressing biblical interpretation, youth, family, and church ministry, alongside live coverage of major religious occasions. ==External links==