10-31-2026

Please Pray for Pastors Rodian and Kelly in Colombia

Pastors Rodian and Kelly know the cost of following Jesus in Colombia.

A Daily Invitation to Pray in November

Prayer is one of the most impactful ways we can stand with persecuted Christians around the world. 

Iranian Regime Bulldozes Historic Church

On June 4, 2026, workmen under orders from the Iranian regime bulldozed the Evangelical Church of Mashhad, Iran, without explanation.

Persecuted Christians need your prayer November 1

Over 4,800 believers died for their faith in 2026, according to Open Doors. 

Christians in India Lose Ancestral Home for Faith in Christ

Police slow to respond to attack by masssive Hindu extremist mob.

Reserve your spot at China Forum 2026

VOC’s annual China Forum is less than two weeks away. Have you reserved your spot?

RUSSIA: Alleged participants in activities of "undesirable organisations" fined

On 10 September, a Moscow Region court convicted a researcher for one of
Russia's leading freedom of religion and belief monitors of participating
in the activities of an "undesirable organisation". 

Hearing Reminder - Freedom of Religion or Belief in Egypt

Please join the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) for a virtual hearing on religious freedom conditions in Egypt.

South Sudan’s uncertain elections loom, but Christians bringing hope through practical care

Medical clinics run by Christians in South Sudan are offering gospel hope and help to refugees and people forced to flee their homes. 

Pray ‘for’ and ‘with’ Afghan believers whose faith endures despite Taliban threats

As Christians worldwide observe the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church on November 1, believers in Afghanistan remain in urgent need of prayer and support.

Ethiopian Church Says 60 Christians Massacred, Demands Government Protection

Ethiopia’s Orthodox Church has demanded urgent government protection after at least 60 Christians were reportedly massacred in two attacks in the country’s conflict-hit Oromia region.

China: Demolished Church Replaced by CCP Park

This Week: A demolished Wenzhou church was replaced by a CCP park flying China’s flag. 

Martyr Anniversary: Remembering James Hannington

On a hill to the west of Kampala’s city center stands the dome of Namirembe Cathedral, with its bronze cross clearly visible to the crowded capital of Uganda.

Seven Groups to Remember in Prayer This IDOP

International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted (IDOP) is just a few days away on November 1, and you may be wondering who we’re praying for this year.

Muslims Sentenced to Death for Killing Two Evangelists in Uganda

Fishermen objected to their outreach at Lake Victoria.

Official Help Sought to Recover Pastor's Kidnapped Wife, Daughter in Nigeria

Islamic terrorists also abducted 70 others, pastor says.

Korea: For many are invited, but few are chosen

Voice of the Martyrs founder Richard Wurmbrand once said, “Humans do not have the habit of committing suicide for another’s grief, but that is exactly what we demand from you: ‘To deny yourself, to die for yourself and to live for Christ, who is in grief and suffers again in his mystical body, to feel every pain of his holy martyrs as your own, to remember those in bonds as bound with them’ (Hebrews 13:3).’”

An Important Message From ICC's President

Another election season is upon us, and once again our mailboxes, inboxes, televisions, and social media feeds are filled with urgent appeals for our attention, our convictions, and our support. 

USCIRF Commemorates International Religious Freedom Day

Today is the 28th anniversary of the signing of the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998 (IRFA). 

Jordan church attack leaves Christians grieving; SAT-7 urges prayer

Authorities in Jordan have arrested three suspects in connection with a Friday shooting that left nine people dead and more than two dozen wounded. 

A legacy of forgiveness: Ronnie Smith’s story continues in Libya

The Gospel continues to leave its mark in Libya, even through tragedy.

Iran Orders Jailed Pastor’s Wife To Begin Lengthy Prison Sentence

The wife of imprisoned Iranian pastor Joseph Shahbazian has been ordered to begin serving a 13-year prison sentence, nearly a year after her conviction, Christian sources told Worthy News.

Christian Mother Sentenced to 14 Years in Nigeria as Persecution Intensifies Despite Growing Church

A Christian mother in northeastern Nigeria has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after sharing her faith with a Muslim woman who voluntarily converted to Christianity, raising fresh concerns over religious freedom in a nation where thousands of Christians have been killed in recent years.

Authorities in Egypt Hold Christian Incommunicado

Coptic engineer questioned forced Islamic education.