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Mariam Ibrahim, a Christian, was accused of ‘apostasy’ and sentenced to death in Sudan. (Photo: William Levi)  When the Freedom to Believe is a Crime Survivors who escaped torture and death sentences for their religious beliefs are calling for the end of “apostasy” laws. Over 20 countries criminalize ‘apostasy’ – leaving a state religion – … Read more

July 2021 “You should never think that Christianity died in North Korea. It is alive.” A high-level escapee from North Korea   Dear Friend of the Persecuted Church,   Have you seen the famous picture of North Korea at night? It is drenched in darkness. What we cannot see is inside homes, desperate people holding … Read more

June 2021 Dear Friend, In Burma – where Christians have suffered for decades – a violent coup raises a burning question: How can we help the persecuted . . . not only in crises but for the long-term? On February 1, military leaders in Burma (or Myanmar) seized power. This sparked months-long, massive uprisings nationwide. … Read more

Dear Friend of the Persecuted Church, Would you read this letter when you have a quiet moment to ponder and pray over this sensitive topic? When I speak to groups about it, a hush descends on the room. People’s heads bow as they wonder, “what would I do if it happened to someone in my … Read more

April 2021 Dear Friend of the Persecuted Church, Badshah learned about Jesus from the Quran. A Muslim man in a thoroughly Muslim society, he was familiar with Jesus as a prophet from Islamic teachings. One day a Christian introduced him to Jesus who is more than a prophet. That is when Badshah believed that Jesus … Read more

March 2021 Dear Friend of the Persecuted Church, Did you know that many Christians in Egypt tattoo a cross on their child’s wrist? This ancient tradition is a declaration of faith – and a source of persecution. I will explain why – and how Christian Freedom International is helping Christian children and families in places … Read more

Over the past decade, violent attacks on Christians in Nigeria’s Plateau State have left many women as widows to fend for themselves and their children.   But they are not alone. In February 2021, over two dozen widows were trained and equipped to provide for their families by starting their own businesses.   Stefanos Foundation … Read more

Over 60 people protested at Myanmar’s Military Attaché building. Led by the Karen Organization of America, refugees – many now U.S. citizens – traveled from as far as Nebraska to protest against Burma’s military attacks on Karen civilians.   Thousands of majority-Christian Karen observed their National Day (February 11) with mass protests against the military … Read more

February 2021 Dear Friend of the Persecuted Church, You will understand this because you care about persecuted Christians: At times, we cannot publicly disclose the locations where Christian Freedom International is involved. In these cases, our partners caution, “For security purposes, please do not share the specific details.” While we cannot say where, we can … Read more