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Recent News Articles
Niger: Two Slain in Christmas Eve Attack
A church in Niger.
Photo: Wikimedia / NigerTZai (CC)On the night of December th, Christians gathered for worship at a church in Mailo village, a community located in the Dosso region of Niger. At around p. m., armed men stormed the church building and fired into the air, causing the
Iran: Aida Released on Bail Pending Appeal
Aida Najaflou
Photo: Article18Aida Najaflou was arrested in February for " acting against the Islamic Republic." Despite suffering from multiple health issues, including a spinal fracture she sustained after a fall in late October, the year- old Christian woman received limited medical care. Adding to her adversities, she was sentenced
Pakistan: Haroon Shahzad Acquitted
Haroon Shahzad and his attorney.
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Morning Star NewsIn June Haroon Shahzad posted a Bible passage on his Facebook page without any commentary. Some community members were offended by the post, which eventually led to mob riots. While the authorities were able to avert the resulting
Nigeria: All Remaining School Students Freed!
Photo: Unsplash On November 21st, people around the world were shocked by the abduction of over 300 students from a boarding school in Niger State, Nigeria. (Learn more about this kidnapping incident.)
About two weeks after the attack, Nigerian authorities announced that of the children had been recovered. On December st -
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Bill C-9: Navigating Uncertainty With Hope
Bill C-9: Navigating Uncertainty
with Hope
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“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing,
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The Core Values of VOMC: Committed to Fellowship
The Core Values of VOMC
Committed to Fellowship
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"Some Christians try to go to heaven alone, in solitude, but believers
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The Core Values of VOMC: The "Importance of Discipleship"
The Core Values of VOMC
The "Importance of Discipleship"
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"Discipleship means adherence to Christ and, because Christ
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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
them in the name of the Father and of the Son
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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 9: Canada: Bill C-9 Creates Uncertainty for the Church
12 January 2026Concerns are growing over potential threats to religious freedom in Canada, including restrictions that could hinder the proclamation of the Gospel. One of the more recent issues relates to proposed...
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Season 6: Episode 8: Iran: Government Sponsors Terrorism and Persecution of Christians (encore)
11 January 2026The government of the Islamic Republic of Iran has been accused by several countries, including the United States, of providing training, financing and weapons – as well as safe havens – to several...
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Season 6: Episode 7: Why Are Men and Women Persecuted Differently for Their Faith in Jesus?
26 December 2025There is plenty of evidence indicating that men and women suffer differently when they are persecuted for their faith in Jesus. In this episode of Closer to the Fire, podcast host Greg Musselman is...
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Season 6: Episode 9: Canada: Bill C-9 Creates Uncertainty for the Church
