Iraq: Escaping ISIS
Iraq: Escaping ISIS
The brutality of the Islamic State, also known as ISIS or ISIL, has forced tens of thousands of Christians to flee from cities in Iraq with significant Christian populations, such as Mosul and Qaraqosh, during 2014. Most have come to Kurdistan (Iraq's northern autonomous Kurdish region), seeking safety and shelter. In this 15-minute video report, which was recorded on location by VOMC's Greg Musselman, you'll meet Aida whose three-year-old daughter was abducted by ISIS. You will also meet other Christians who were forced to leave their homes with nothing except their faith in God.
Length 15:00
From The Voice of the Martyrs Canada
- Current Ministry Projects
VOMC is partnering to teach and equip persecuted Christian women sewing skills so that they can provide a sustainable source of income for their families and give them the opportunity to be witnesses for Christ through their new businesses. VOMC partners to provide biblical training on discipleship and the theology of persecution to Muslim Background Believers.
Project Funds: Women’s Ministry, Equipping the Saints, Underground Church
- Country Information
Population
41,266,109 (2023 est.)Ethnicity (%)
Arab (75-80), Kurdish (15-20), other (5)
Religion (%)
Islam (95-98), Christianity (1), other (1-4)Leader
President Latif Rashid (2022)Government type
Federal parliamentary republic
Legal system
Mixed legal system of civil and Islamic lawSource: CIA World Factbook
- Pray for Iraq
Pray for the protection of the remaining believers in Iraq during this time of upheaval and danger. May many churches and Christian relief organizations seize the opportunity to provide greatly needed assistance and ministry to the numerous suffering people of this war-torn nation. As God’s work of healing, provision and restoration takes place, pray that a stable democratic government will be established.
