Current Christian Persecution News and Headlines
The Simple fact is… More Christians are being slaughtered today than anytime in History.
Everyday, families are being slaughtered because of their belief in Christ and the Church. We provide current news of the persecution of Christians around the World. We are trying to bring attention to the plight of our fellow Christian brothers and Sisters who risk their lives everyday in the name of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and Savior. Please remember these brave souls in your prayers.
Christian Struggle Around the World 'Trying to be Jesus': 4 testimonies of persecution BP NewsSOUTHWEST ASIA (BP) -- Hana describes her most distressing experience as a persecuted Christian in Southwest Asia as perhaps her greatest joy. […] Christian persecution: Four churches CLOSED by furious mob - ‘The hate is clear’ Express.co.ukIn recent weeks, hardline Islamic extremists have carried out a spate of attacks against four churches in Egypt, persecution […] One in three Christians face persecution in Asia, report finds The Irish TimesThreat levels rise in China amid crackdown and India enters top 10 for first time. […] Christian Parents Sue CA School District Over Bible Flyer Fiasco PatheosChristian parents say the school violated their kids' right to promote the Bible during recess. […] Asia Bibi 'still living like a prisoner' PremierA Christian woman cleared of blasphemy in Pakistan last October is still living like a prisoner, two-and-a-half months after her acquittal, friends have claimed. […] Saudi Woman Gets Quick Amnesty, Persecuted Christians Left To Mobs The FederalistMedia had a field day last week with the story of Rahaf Mohammed al-Qunun, an 18-year-old Saudi woman who fled an abusive family situation by escaping to ... […] China's crackdown on Christians continues Crux: Covering all things CatholicA campaign by the Chinese government to 'Sinicize' religion is ongoing, with detention and indoctrination of Muslims in the far west of the country, and the ... […] Bible class targeted in China clampdown, Christians interrogated Christian DailyAccording to China Aid, more than 30 students had gathered last week at a restaurant for an 'Introduction to Christianity' class and a meal. […] Christianity CRACKDOWN: China shuts churches and jails pastors in ‘Mao-style’ persecution Express.co.ukCHINA is cracking down on Christianity by shutting hundreds of unofficial “house churches”, throwing pastors in […] China Continues Christian Persecution, Demanding 'Church-Free Zones' Near Schools FaithwireThe Chinese government is continuing its crackdown on Christianity by reportedly demanding “church-free zones” near schools and […] Court allows Christian baker to sue Colorado for anti-religious hostility Fox NewsThe owner of Masterpiece Cakeshop can proceed with his lawsuit against the state of Colorado, accusing them of anti-religious bias against him for refusing […] Christian persecution set to rise ‘sharply’ in 2019, group warns Fox NewsAn international Christian organization is warning that the persecution of Christians worldwide is set to rise in 2019 -- and it's calling on the United […] Christian persecution: UK MUST help Nigeria victims by HALTING daily £900,000 foreign aid Express.co.ukBRITAIN must do more to protect persecuted Christians in Nigeria by halting £900000 a day in foreign aid to the country, […] Coalition demands end to Christian persecution The AustralianThe Morrison government is stepping up efforts as part of an intensified move by Western governments to combat the increased persecution of Christians in ... […] Christian persecution: Fury after graves 'DESECRATED' as crucifix 'attacked with hammer' Express.co.ukIndonesian police in Magelang are carrying out investigations after 11 Christian tombs were desecrated at a public cemetery in Giriloyo, […] Plea for Govt to step up and fight Christian persecution The Irish CatholicIreland needs to step up to the plate in raising awareness and fighting against the global persecution of Christians, an Irish human rights organisation has said. […] Christian persecution set to rise in 2019 PremierChristian persecution charity Release International is warning that Christians in Nigeria, China and India may face even more violence this year. […] Christian Persecution, IP Rights, and Race Woes on the Beach - Being LibertarianChina, America, the UK, and more covered in this week's global news round up available only through us here on Being Libertarian. […] Christian persecution at Christmastime Philippine StarIn the midst of the Christmas season in the Christian world, there are very disturbing reports that the persecution of Christians all over the world is increasing. […] Obama charged with 'facilitating' Christian persecution OneNewsNowGoodluck Jonathan, the former president of Nigeria who is a Christian, has charged former President Barack Obama with facilitating the persecution of ... […]
Christians are the most persecuted religious group worldwide. An average of at least 180 Christians around the world are killed each month for their faith. (Source: Open Doors USA)
Christians in more than 60 countries face persecution from their governments or surrounding neighbors simply because of their belief in Christ. (Source: U.S. Department of State)
One of the worst countries in the world for the persecution of Christians is North Korea. With the exception of four official state-controlled churches in Pyongyang, Christians in North Korea face the risk of detention in the prison camps, severe torture and, in some cases, execution for practicing their religious beliefs. North Koreans suspected of having contact with South Korean or other foreign missionaries in China, and those caught in possession of a Bible, have been known to be executed. (Source: Christian Solidarity Worldwide)
In 41 of the 50 worst nations for persecution, Christians are being persecuted by Radical Islamic extremists. (Source: Open Doors)