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Iran: Crackdown on Christians |
In the Islamic Republic of Iran, authorities are cracking down on Christians. Elam Ministries, an organization that serves the Persecuted Church in Iran, reports that 235 believers in 35 cities have been arrested in the past six months. Many have spent weeks and months in prison, often serving long stretches in solitary confinement. They also endure interrogation and physical abuse. Gary Lane of CBN News recently spoke with David Yeghnazer of Elam Ministries.
Length 3:00
From CBN News |
| Date: June 09 2011 |
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Persecution Report - May 2011 |
| In the May edition of the Persecution Report, you\'ll hear about a former Marxist guerrilla who is now bringing the Gospel into some of the most dangerous places of Colombia. Find out why \ |
| Date: May 31 2011 |
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Philippines: Filipino Believers stand despite Muslim persecution |
For Christians in many parts of the world, persecution is nothing new. That's especially true in the southern Philippines, where believers are targeted by Muslim rebels seeking an independent state. But Christians around the world are helping them recover through the efforts of Voice of the Martyrs.
Length 2:50
From CBN News and The Voice of the Martyrs |
| Date: May 10 2011 |
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Laos : Almost beaten to death for following Jesus |
Khamxay is a former animist who became a Christian then later a pastor in Laos. His faith in Jesus has landed him in jail and beatings by the guards which almost resulted in his death. Yet Khamxay continues to tell others in his nation about the God of the Bible!
Length 5:00
From Release International |
| Date: May 10 2011 |
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Colombia: Evangelist to the guerrillas |
| "Rolo" used to be a Marxist guerrilla in Colombia, but after Christ came into his life, he felt compelled to bring the message of God's love to the guerrillas in spite of the danger. Hear about his amazing story and ministry! |
| Date: May 03 2011 |
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Persecution Report - April 2011 |
| In the April edition of the Persecution Report, you\'ll hear about the the dangers of spreading the Gospel in Marxist controlled areas of Colombia and how radio is penetrating the spiritual darkness. Other reports include the violence against Christians flares up again in Ethiopia, problems continue in the trial in the brutal 2007 murders of three Christians in Turkey, Hindu militants have attacked Christians in villages in a remote area of Orissa state, India at least 15 times in the last 3 months, and a Christian bookstore owner and house church leader, has been released from prison nearly three years after his arrest for \ |
| Date: April 30 2011 |
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Colombia: Radio is bringing light into spiritual darkness |
Radio is being used to spread the Gospel in Marxist controlled areas of Colombia. See how lives are been transformed by this amazing and dangerous ministry!
Length 6:50
From The Voice of the Martyrs Canada & Colombia Para Cristo |
| Date: April 06 2011 |
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Pakistan: Pakistan's sole Christian minister assassinated |
Pakistan's Minister of Minority Affairs, Shahbaz Bhatti, was assassinated March 2 while on his way to work in Islamabad. This is the latest attack on a high-profile Pakistani figure who had urged reforming harsh blasphemy laws that impose the death penalty for insulting Islam. In this report hear Bhatti share in his own words how he prepared to die serving the Christians of Pakistan.
Length 2:05
From Christian World News |
| Date: March 07 2011 |
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Vietnam: Pastor Quang is often beaten and arrested |
In this report, you'll meet Rev. Nguyen Hong Quang, a Mennonite pastor who is considered by some to be one of the most hated men among Vietnam's ruling party. A trained lawyer, Pastor Quang has challenged the government repeatedly on its violations of religious freedoms. In the last 20 years, he has been arrested, imprisoned, slandered in newspapers and followed by police. In December 2010, an estimated 500 soldiers and police officers oversaw the demolition of a two-story building that was both Pastor Quang's home and the headquarters of the Vietnam Mennonite Church. Find out how recent events are only encouraging Pastor Quang to continue being a voice for those who have none.
From One Hundred Huntley Street/The Voice of the Martyrs Canada |
| Date: February 07 2011 |
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Vietnam: The cost of following Jesus |
In this report, you'll meet three tribal women who traveled two days from their village in the mountains to tell us their stories. One said, "My husband was put in prison because he requested freedom of religion in the faith (Christianity)." Another told us of the challenges facing Christian women in her village because of the imprisonment of their husbands, "He's not at home. No one can do heavy labour at home, only women and children. We are afraid that the government will bring more difficulties upon our lives. You'll also meet a pastor who has suffered beatings because of his Christian activities.
From One Hundred Huntley Street/The Voice of the Martyrs Canada |
| Date: February 07 2011 |
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