• Pray for Shahzad and Shama’s loved ones.

• Pray that those responsible for their death will be convicted in their hearts and seek true forgiveness from Christ.  

Pakistan Supreme Court Acquits All Suspects in 2014 Brick Kiln Murder Case

The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ordered the release of the final three men on death row in the 2014 murder case of a Christian couple, Shahzad Masih and his pregnant wife, Shama Bibi.

With this decision, along with the dismissal of a state appeal against the acquittal of 102 other suspects, no one remains convicted or in prison for the attack.

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• Pray for justice for Maria.

• Pray that Pakistan would end the practice of child marriages.

Pakistan’s Federal Constitutional Court Reviews Decision Validating 13-Year-Old’s Marriage

The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) of Pakistan has ordered a review of its controversial ruling that previously upheld the marriage of 13-year-old Maria Shahbaz to her abductor, Shehryar Ahmad.

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• Pray for the loved ones of those who were killed.

• Pray for an end to the violence. Pray that Nigerian Christians would be strengthened.

Islamic Extremists Kill 30 Christians in Nigerian Village

Rt. Hon. Stephen Hajara, spokesperson for the Kauru Local Government Legislative Council and Councilor representing Kamaru ward in Southern Kaduna, has called for immediate security intervention after Islamic extremists killed 30 Christians in the village of Naridon in Kaduna state.

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• Pray for the loved ones of those who died.

• Pray for justice. Also pray for more to hear the gospel.

Ethiopian Christians Grieve Deadly Monastery Strike

Christians across Ethiopia are grieving after reports that a drone strike hit the historic Arsema Monastery in South Wollo, Amhara Region, during a time of worship on July 22, killing clergy and worshippers.

According to multiple reports, two nuns and six priests were among those killed, while many others were injured.

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• Pray for Christian NGOs that will be affected by the amendment.

• Pray that the Church in India finds new, creative ways to operate and flourish under growing oppression.

India’s Proposed FCRA Amendment Raises New Threats for Christian Ministries

India’s Parliament is considering a sweeping amendment to the country’s foreign-funding law that critics warn could give the government unprecedented authority over the assets of NGOs, including Christian ministries, hospitals, schools, and charitable organizations that rely on foreign donations.

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