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How persecuted Christians view Easter

Easter can be a dangerous time for the global church. Read how three Christians from around the world view Easter and pray for the persecuted church in this short reflection…

Burkina Faso: Extremism and Covid impacting the church

“Wherever (Christians) end up, the Gospel is still being preached. People are not afraid to share Christ, they are not tired of talking about Him, about His love, and His grace.”

India: New laws restrict sharing about Jesus

“These laws have made the church in India more vulnerable… Professing the fact that you believe in Jesus is so risky.”

Syria: Ten years of war

“I was singing songs for Syria… my family made me shut up so the extremists wouldn’t hear and kill me.” Read Michel’s story of growing up amidst civil war…

International Women’s Day: Tara’s story

We honour and stand with our sisters in Christ all over the world who face persecution, not only for their faith, but also their gender. Read Tara’s story and act to See.Change.

Bangladesh: What’s it like to be a Christian?

We catch up with Brother Abraham who shares what life is like for Christians in Bangladesh as the country prepares to celebrate 50 years of independence…

When one door closes…

Watch this short video of a pastor in China explain how despite increased monitoring and pressure from government, God is opening new doors…

Iran: Christians hit with massive bail fees

Those arrested simply for going to church can face fees of nearly £1 million to make bail and be released from prison before a more formal trial…

Central Asia: ‘Why would you do this?’

In Central Asia the Covid-19 pandemic is opening up new possibilities to share and show people the love of Jesus…

Myanmar: Christians worried about the military takeover

“The military government of the past has always been protective of their Buddhist culture and tradition… We are expecting restrictions on the church to happen once again…”

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