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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: Christian Tortured During Pre-Trial Detention
Morteza Faghanpour
Photo: Article18In June 2024 five Christian converts in Iran were arrested because of their faith More than a year later on July 16th these believers were convicted and sentenced to eight years in prison for allegedly promoting propaganda Little information is available about the five detained Christians
Pakistan: Fake Facebook Account Sparks Blasphemy Allegations
Photo Pixabay umarseehar No Christian in Pakistan fully aware of the devastating consequences would intentionally publish or write anything that could be perceived as blasphemous against Islam This statement by Father Lazar Aslam was made in response to recent allegations against a young Christian man Asher Bhatti whose case
Indonesia: Blasphemy Legislation to be Updated in January
A church in Indonesia
Wikipedia / Christian Advs Sltg (CC)Indonesia's blasphemy law has been enforced since 1965 despite multiple unsuccessful attempts to remove the legislation Although the country is home to the world's largest Muslim majority population the national government has long sought to maintain a religiously diverse society Even
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CEO Blog
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The Core Values of VOMC: Owning God’s Mission
The Core Values of VOMC
Owning God's Mission
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"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing
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The Core Values of VOMC: Vitality in Prayer
The Core Values of VOMC
Vitality in Prayer
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"But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your
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The Core Values of VOMC
The Core Values of VOMC
“Core values represent the fundamental essence of VOMC and
serve as a guiding framework for our behaviour and actions.”At
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The Mission of VOMC - Part Two
The Mission of VOMCPart Two
"Actively Remembering and Serving the ‘Church Persecuted.”
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In the previous month’s blog message, I described the
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VOMC's Multimedia
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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 3: Russia: Church Congregations Banned and Oppressed
17 October 2025As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine rages on, evangelical Christians are facing intensifying persecution. In this episode of the Closer to the Fire podcast, host Greg Musselman is joined by Rev....
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Season 6: Episode 2: North Korea: Gospel Radio Penetrates the Hermit Kingdom
26 September 2025Ranked number one on Open Doors’ World Watch List, North Korea remains the most dangerous place in the world for followers of Jesus. Church life is virtually nonexistent, gathering for worship or...
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Season 6: Episode 1: India: Why Is Christian Persecution Increasing?
12 September 2025Over 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 3: Russia: Church Congregations Banned and Oppressed