World Update
There has been a lot of major persecution news since our last world update. All around the world our brothers and sisters are being targeted for suffering - and they need our prayers! Please use these news highlights to guide your intercession for our brothers and sisters in Christ.
China: Persecution Intensifies After Olympics
Eritrea: Officials Imprison 20 Members of Underground Church
India: Destroyed Church Building Leads to Unity
Even in the midst of persecution, believers are praising God for His faithfulness!
Iraq: What’s Behind the Attacks on Christians in Mosul?
Newsweek tackles a tricky, but very important question.
North Korea: Leader’s Reported Health Woes Unlikely to Affect Anti-Christian Policies
Kim Jong-Il has long been one of the world’s worst persecutors, but his illnesses are not stopping North Korea’s program of violence and intimidation against the Body of Christ.
Pakistan: Pastor Suffers Police Attacks, Death Threats
Somalia: Christian Aid Worker Beheaded for Converting from Islam
Somalia is not known for its ongoing persecution, but violence from further north in Africa continues to spread.