12.09.2023

BEYOND UTOPIA, Powerful Movie ... and Ways to Help North Korean People

Beyond Utopia, a powerful movie ... "Featuring real escape footage, this captivating, eye-opening documentary follows a family as they attempt to flee North Korea, one of the most oppressive places on Earth." 

Please continue to pray for China during this Advent Season

The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid? (Psalm 27:1)

What a stirring declaration! Today we pray that Christians in China will know this same strength and freedom from fear – especially at Christmas.

USCIRF Marks 75 Years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) commemorates the 75th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).

Sudanese committees deny aid to Muslim-background believers

The U.S. State Department confirms war crimes and ethnic cleansing in Sudan, but the designation carries no consequence.

Malaysia: Pastor Raymond Koh’s wife advocates for the truth of his abduction

After 6 years, a mysterious abduction case gets a new spotlight.

USCIRF Commemorates 75th Anniversary of UN Genocide Convention, Seeks Justice for Genocide Victims

 The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) observes the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime, and the 75th anniversary of the United Nations (UN) 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.

USCIRF News Digest - December 6, 2023

Nigerian church leaders learn how to endure persecution through Scripture

Fulani herdsmen and other terrorists killed at least 18 Christians in northern Nigeria last week.

Construction for Christian School in Indonesia Halts

Several residents rejected the construction of the Gamaliel Christian School in Parepare City, South Sulawesi.

‘Ever-Present’ Persecution in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

‘They come as a humble cat and then become a tiger’ 

Christians in Kenya Want Greater Protection from Al-Shabab

 In Lamu West Sub County, a tragic incident unfolded on Saturday night as suspected al-Shabab terrorists attacked Marafa and Poromoko villages, resulting in the loss of one life and the destruction of nine homes.  

ICC Contributes to USCIRF Report on Anti-Conversion Laws

The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has released a report on anti-conversion laws prepared by International Christian Concern (ICC). 

Pastor John Cao, ever faithful to the Lord Jesus Christ

Today's a somber 'anniversary' for one of our faithful brothers in Christ, Pastor John Cao. 

USCIRF Releases Report on Religious Freedom in Azerbaijan

This report provides an update on religious freedom conditions in Azerbaijan in 2023. Although Azerbaijan has in recent years ceased some problematic practices regarding state interference in its people’s practice of their religion or beliefs, the government has shown little interest in reforming laws and policies that violate Azerbaijan’s international human rights commitments. 

Iranian clerics explore how AI expedites persecution

While the West clamors over artificial intelligence and the latest gadgets to make their lives easier, Christians in Iran prepare for the worst.

USCIRF Releases Report on Religious Freedom in Belarus

This report provides an overview of religious freedom conditions in Belarus in 2023, including the impact of expanding government repression on religious communities.

What does Christmas look like in China?

China has many cultural differences from the Western world, but what does that mean when it comes to the holidays?

World ignores Sudan, God still moving

Sudan’s warring generals tell a U.N. political mission to “pack up and go home.”

16 Christians Slain in Attacks in Benue State, Nigeria 

Slaughters continue in central part of the country.