Persecution & Prayer Alert

"The Spirit Himself bears witness
with our spirit that we are children
of God, and if children, then heirs –
heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ,
provided we suffer with Him in order
that we may also be glorified with Him."
~ Romans 8:16-17 ESV


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Dozens Killed in Church Attack

A church building is surrounded by palm trees.
A church in the DR Congo
Photo: Pixnio / Brian W.J. Mahy

During the early hours of Sunday, July 27th, more than 40 Christians were killed when Islamic militants attacked a church in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The worshippers had gathered for a late-night prayer meeting at their church in Komanda, a town located in the province of Ituri, when members of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) suddenly entered the building and began to shoot those who were present. In addition to attacking the church, the militants set fire to several houses and shops in the community. Reports also indicate that at least 20 children were taken hostage during the raid.

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Christian Convert Charged with Terrorism

Saeid Mansour Abdulraziq is casually leaning to the side and smiling.
Saeid Mansour Abdulraziq
Photo: CSW

On July 22nd, Egyptian authorities formally charged Saeid Mansour Abdulraziq (a convert from Islam to Christianity) with joining a terrorist organization, stirring unrest and spreading false information. Since converting to the Christian faith in 2016 and joining the Russian Orthodox Church, Saeid experienced persistent rejection from his family and community, as well as intimidation from local police. Despite these challenges, he regularly shared his newfound faith with those around him.

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Pastor Sentenced to Serve at a Labour Camp

Pastor Pavel Shreider is slightly smiling as he looks through white prison bars.
Pastor Pavel Shreider
Photo: USCIRF

In November 2024, national security police in Kyrgyzstan arrested Pastor Pavel Shreider and placed him in detention. At the time of the church leader's arrest, authorities also raided his home, along with the residences of several other Christians. In the process, thousands of books and Bibles were confiscated, along with cash and cell phones.