Vietnam: Pastor Quang is often beaten and arrested
Vietnam: Pastor Quang is often beaten and arrested
In this report, you'll meet Rev. Nguyen Hong Quang, a Mennonite pastor who is considered by some to be one of the most hated men among Vietnam's ruling party. A trained lawyer, Pastor Quang has challenged the government repeatedly on its violations of religious freedoms. In the last 20 years, he has been arrested, imprisoned, slandered in newspapers and followed by police. In December 2010, an estimated 500 soldiers and police officers oversaw the demolition of a two-story building that was both Pastor Quang's home and the headquarters of the Vietnam Mennonite Church. Find out how recent events are only encouraging Pastor Quang to continue being a voice for those who have none.
February 07, 2011
Length: 7:39
From One Hundred Huntley Street / The Voice of the Martyrs Canada
- Current Ministry Project
By helping to provide solid Biblical teaching and training uniquely suited to the needs of a specific tribal group, VOMC is able to equip members of Vietnam’s persecuted church to stand firm in their faith and reach out to others in their communities with the powerful message of the Gospel.
Project Fund: Underground Church
- Country Information
Population
104,799,174 (2023 est.)Ethnicity (%)
Kinh [Viet] (85.3), Tay (1.9), Thai (1.9), Muong (1.5), Khmer (1.5), Mong (1.4), Nung (1.1), Hoa (1), others (5.5)Religion (%)
Catholic (6.1), Buddhist (7.9), Protestant (1), Other (0.8) none (86.3%)Leader
President To Lam (May 2024)Government type
Communist stateLegal system
Civil law systemSource: CIA World Factbook
Pray for Vietnam
We can thank the Lord for the tremendous witnessing efforts and steadfast faith demonstrated by the persecuted Christians of Vietnam. May they not be intimidated by governmental stipulations but rather encouraged to stand firm on the promises of God – relying on Him for the wisdom, diplomacy and favour required to deal appropriately with the authorities. Pray for radical changes to take place in the hearts of the country’s leaders, especially those who are responsible for implementing and administering Vietnam's laws, so that the work of the Gospel will continue to thrive.
- Pray for VietnamWe can thank the Lord for the tremendous witnessing efforts and steadfast faith demonstrated by the persecuted Christians of Vietnam. May they not be intimidated by governmental stipulations but rather encouraged to stand firm on the promises of God – relying on Him for the wisdom, diplomacy and favour required to deal appropriately with the authorities. Pray for radical changes to take place in the hearts of the country’s leaders, especially those who are responsible for implementing and administering Vietnam's laws, so that the work of the Gospel will continue to thrive.
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Y Quynh Bdap and his wife.
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Worship Gathering Disrupted
A village in northeastern Vietnam.
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Pastor Arrested for Alleged Anti-State Propaganda
Police in Ho Chi Minh City
Police in Ho Chi Minh City arrested a 71-year-old pastor named Nguyen Manh Hung on January 16th after he was accused of spreading anti-state propaganda through social media. If convicted, the Christian leader could face up to 20 years in prison.
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Christians Face Opposition and Violence
A village in Vietnam.
Christian workers in Vietnam are requesting urgent prayer on behalf of believers who have recently experienced situations of severe persecution. In response to the ongoing concern, VOMC's partnering ministry office in Australia has been providing the affected Christians with greatly needed financial assistance.
