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In these countries, Christians encounter varying degrees of repetitive, persistent and systematic suffering, and deprival of basic human rights, because of their faith in Jesus Christ – a belief their persecutors will not tolerate. -
Recent News Articles
Iran: Potential Seizure of Historic Church Complex

St. Peter Evangelical Church
Photo: Wikipedia / Herbert Karim Masihi (CCA historic Christian compound in Tehran, which was established in 1876 and home to Iran's oldest Protestant church, is facing possible confiscation by the country's government. The recent threat marks
China: Pastor Jin Freed from Prison
In mid-April, reports began to circulate that two significant places of worship had been demolished in Stepanakert, the capital located within the disputed region of Nagorno-Karabakh. Recent satellite imagery has since confirmed that
Iran: Appeals Denied for Sentenced Christians

L to R: Nasser Navard Gol- Tapeh
and Lida Shahbazian, and Aida Najaflou.
Photo: Article18In December 2025, it was announced that five Iranian Christians had received lengthy prison sentences. Although the charges against them officially involved "collusion" and "propaganda
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CEO Blog
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The Five Purposes of VOMC

The Five Purposes of VOMC
Stronger Together: Deepening
the Bonds of Fellowship
"Satan always hates Christian fellowship; it is his policy to keep
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The Five Purposes of VOMC
The Five Purposes of VOMC
Lives Rebuilt – Christ Revealed
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The Five Purposes of VOMC
The Five Purposes of VOMC
Love That Conquers Injustice and Fear
“Bless those who persecute you;
bless and do not curse them.”
~ Romans 12:14 ESV
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The Five Purposes of VOMC
The Five Purposes of VOMC
Purpose Two: Providing Practical
Relief and Spiritual Support
“I was naked, and you clothed Me, I was sick, and you
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Recent Podcasts
Closer to the Fire with Greg Musselman
This unique podcast from The Voice of the Martyrs Canada focusses on the persecuted church around the world. While raising awareness of global persecution through updated reports, testimonies of Christians who are suffering for their faith in Jesus, and interviews with those who are serving them, it also presents opportunities to pray for persecuted believers and their families.
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Season 6: Episode 22: India: Why Is Christian Persecution Increasing?
09 July 2026Over the past decade, Christians in India have faced a disturbing rise in persecution. Throughout this time, churches were demolished, worship gatherings violently disrupted, crosses in graveyards...
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Season 6: Episode 21: DR of the Congo: Christians Targeted by Islamic Terrorists
26 June 2026Islamic militants in the Democratic Republic of the Congo claim to have killed more than 80 Christians during several recent armed assaults in the northeastern region of the country. The deadliest...
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Season 6: Episode 20: Somalia: How Christian Media Is Transforming Lives! (encore)
14 June 2026Ranking second on the 2026 World Watch List, Somalia remains one of the most dangerous countries in the world for followers of Jesus. Public Christian worship is forbidden; conversion from Islam is...
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Season 6: Episode 22: India: Why Is Christian Persecution Increasing?

