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 Rich in dramatic Catholic history, Nagasaki awaits the pope Washington Post Exclusive: Philippine Monsignor: Christian Survivors of Jihad Carry a Faith ‘Tested by Fire’ Breitbart Fulani suspected of killing 2 Christians in Nigeria; 87-y-o hacked to death The Christian Post Observatory Releases Report on Christian Persecution in Europe Breitbart Mike Huckabee and Todd Starnes Flip Out Over Chick-fil-A's Vow to Stop Anti-LGBTQ Giving: 'It Won't Be Long Before You See a Cow in Drag!' Towleroad 15 killed, 9 injured in northern China coal mine explosion Arabnews Chick-fil-A Caved and LGBT Mob's Assault on Christian Values Continues PJ Media Trump was not treated for any urgent health issues in Saturday's exam: physician Arabnews Rajapaksa: 'I will ensure Sri Lanka remains neutral in global arena' Arabnews Mexican pastor shot dead in truck at Juarez intersection; Motive unknown The Christian Post Pope Francis' Asian agenda: Nuclear disarmament, martyrs, family reunion Salt Lake Tribune China Gov Using Facial and Fingerprint Scanning on Christians as They Enter Church Faithwire From child prostitution to nuclear arms, Pope has a big agenda in Asia Crux: Covering all things Catholic Pope's Asian Agenda: Disarmament, Martyrs, Family Reunion The New York Times The persecuted: Homily for November 17, 2019, 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Patheos Muslim Fulani Herdsmen Kill Two Christians in Kaduna State, Nigeria Christianheadlines.com 'Too Many to Count' -- The Global Persecution of Christians AINA The staggering heroism of Japan's saints Catholic Herald Online Christians Need To Stop Saying This The American Conservative "Too Many to Count": The Global Persecution of Christians Gatestone Institute
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)