06-27-2026

Please lift up Venezuelans to God in prayer

Today we stand with the people of Venezuela, still in the aftermath of this week’s devastating earthquakes.

Fulani Herdsmen Kill 28 Christians, Including Pastor, in Nigeria Village Raid

Fulani herdsmen attacked a Christian village in Plateau state, Nigeria, early Monday, killing 28 Christians, including a pastor, after reportedly being guided toward the homes of church leaders, according to Christian Daily International-Morning Star News.

Christian Salon Worker Defended by Employer in Pakistan Amid Discrimination Concerns

An incident at a beauty salon in Pakistan’s largest city has sparked renewed debate about discrimination against Christians after a customer reportedly refused to be served by a Christian employee because of her faith.

UKRAINE: Conscientious objector's violent death at military base "being covered up"?

Recruitment Office officials seized 50-year-old Council of Churches Baptist
Dmytro Koval on the evening of 1 March. After rejecting his refusal of
military service on grounds of conscience and request to perform an
alternative civilian service, officials transferred him to the military.

359 Days Without Dad: Children’s Heartfelt Cries Outside Prison Walls on Father’s Day

This week: Nine Zion Church members freed on bail as nine others face escalated charges; Bob Fu exposes forced organ harvesting of Chinese prisoners of conscience; U.S. Supreme Court shields Cisco from Falun Gong lawsuit over surveillance tech; detained Pastor Gao’s father says “All in the Lord’s hands”; and children cry “Daddy, come home” outside prison on Father’s Day. 

Newly passed Bill C-9 disappoints believers and free speech advocates

After a more than nine-month legal journey, Canada’s Bill C-9 (or the Combatting Hatred Act) passed in Parliament on June 17, 2026, just two days before the governing body’s summer recess. It will go into effect June 30. 

MAF answers call to serve in Nigeria

Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is preparing to establish a new ministry base in Nigeria. And the need is critical. In northern Nigeria, extremist attacks and poor infrastructure make travel difficult and dangerous – particularly for Christians targeted for their faith.

Christian Brick Kiln Worker Killed in Pakistan; Family Demands Justice

A Christian brick kiln worker and father of four has been stabbed to death in Pakistan’s city of Pattoki amid concerns over the vulnerability of Christians in the Islamic nation, sources told Worthy News Tuesday.

Lebanon peace talks underway, ceasefire shaky

Lebanese Christians are balancing hope with skepticism as Lebanese officials meet their Israeli counterparts in the United States for a fifth round of peace talks.

Burkina Faso: Graduates re-enter dangerous national realities with new skills and faith

The military junta under Captain Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso has been in power since late 2022. It runs a fierce campaign to control dissenting voices and project a narrative about its own success. 

Six Naga Christians, Including Two Pastors, Found Dead in Manipur as Ethnic Violence Deepens

Six Naga Christian men taken hostage in India’s northeastern state of Manipur, including two pastors, were found dead on June 10, with their remains reportedly mutilated, deepening fears that the region’s long-running ethnic conflict is spiraling into another deadly cycle of revenge.

Brazilian Parents Sentenced to Prison for Homeschooling Children Amid Religious Freedom Concerns

A São Paulo court sentenced Audato and Ieda Denardi to 50 days in prison for homeschooling their daughters, marking Brazil’s first criminal conviction of parents over homeschooling.

Hope for Syria’s minorities amid regional instability

Tensions are rising across the Middle East as a shaky ceasefire holds between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, yet Israeli strikes continue in Syria.

The growing fears of Bangladeshi believers

A growing sense of fear is taking hold among Christians in Bangladesh. Believers are concerned about increasing persecution at home and rising tensions linked to neighboring India.

Mexico: Cartel members, or gospel recipients? Christian broadcasters share hope in the midst of struggle

For the team at Radio Encuentro Internacional, prayer and gospel broadcasting are how they engage with deep societal and cultural challenges in Mexico. 

Blind Christian Acquitted In Pakistan Blasphemy Case

In a “significant judgment welcomed by Pakistan’s Christian community and human rights advocates,” a court in Pakistan acquitted a blind Christian man who potentially faced the death penalty for blasphemy against Islam, a Christian advocate told Worthy News.

Christian Attacked for Evangelistic Outreach in Uganda

A Christian attacked after he and his wife participated in an evangelistic outreach in eastern Uganda on June 14 is still receiving medical treatment for his injuries, sources said.

Christian Families Hospitalized after Severe Assault in India

Nine tribal people in India have been released on bail after they sent 13 Christians to the hospital with severe injuries, sources said.

Fulani Terrorists Kill 28 Christians in Central Nigeria

Assailants guided toward church leaders for deliberate targeting.

Blind Christian in Pakistan Acquitted of Blasphemy

Once again, complainants misuse law for retaliation, attorneys say.

Muslim in Pakistan Kills Christian Co-Worker

Father of four slain for drinking from water cooler, sources say.

Muslims Protest against Church Construction in Indonesia

Bureaucratic delays stall building permit.

Fulani Terrorists Kill more than 20 Christians in Central Nigeria

Herdsmen attack village in Plateau state.

Officials in Sudan Warn Church Building Will Be Demolished

No date given for razing worship facility.

Terrorists Kill Nine Christians, Injure 11 in Northern Nigeria

Once again, women and children among the slain.

Please remember to pray for Christians in India

Last month, three church leaders attended an event focusing on peacebuilding in Manipur, India. Sadly, they never made it home.