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Recent News Articles
Pakistan - Year in Review

Photo: VOMC While Christianity has been a significant part of Pakistan's cultural fabric for centuries, Islam remains the country's dominant religion, thereby controlling much of society. Typically, the suffering of Christians has stemmed from two primary sources: accusations of blasphemy leading to charges and imprisonment, and the kidnapping of young
India - Year in Review

Photo: VOMC Anti-conversion laws in various states still present major challenges for Christians in this South Asian country. While many accusations have little to do with actual religious conversions, these laws are often used to shut down churches or punish individual believers. Additionally, such allegations frequently incite mob violence.
China - Year in Review

Photo: ChinaAid Reports of persecution against Christians in China specifically involve opposition from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and their provincial counterparts. The country's governing officials have mandated that all churches promote the Communist Party's policies. Those refusing to comply inevitably encounter harassment or imprisonment.For more information regarding Christian
Iran - Year in Review

Joseph Shahbazian
Photo: Article18As an Islamic theocracy, Iran is governed by strict Muslim laws. Even though Christianity is generally recognized and tolerated for those from traditional Armenian and Assyrian churches, any conversion from Islam to Christianity is strictly prohibited. Even believers from historic Christian communities have faced charges, as
Nigeria - Year in Review

Fulani militants.
Photo: Voice of AmericaUnlike some nations where persecution is government- instigated, believers in Nigeria – particularly those in northern parts of the country – are at greatest risk of life- threatening attacks perpetrated by their fellow Nigerians. In previous years, Islamic militant groups ( such as Boko Haram) carried out
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CEO Blog
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Bill C-9: Navigating Uncertainty With Hope

Bill C-9: Navigating Uncertainty
with Hope
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“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing,
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The Core Values of VOMC: Committed to Fellowship

The Core Values of VOMC
Committed to Fellowship
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"Some Christians try to go to heaven alone, in solitude, but believers
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The Core Values of VOMC: The "Importance of Discipleship"

The Core Values of VOMC
The "Importance of Discipleship"
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"Discipleship means adherence to Christ and, because Christ
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The Core Values of VOMC: Owning God’s Mission

The Core Values of VOMC
Owning God's Mission
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"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing
them in the name of the Father and of the Son
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Recent Podcasts
Closer to the Fire with Greg Musselman
This unique podcast from The Voice of the Martyrs Canada focusses on the persecuted church around the world. While raising awareness of global persecution through updated reports, testimonies of Christians who are suffering for their faith in Jesus, and interviews with those who are serving them, it also presents opportunities to pray for persecuted believers and their families.
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Season 6: Episode 7: Why Are Men and Women Persecuted Differently for Their Faith in Jesus?
26 December 2025There is plenty of evidence indicating that men and women suffer differently when they are persecuted for their faith in Jesus. In this episode of Closer to the Fire, podcast host Greg Musselman is...
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Season 6: Episode 6: China: Crackdown on Prominent Unregistered House Churches
12 December 2025A nationwide crackdown on urban house churches in China has drawn worldwide attention after nearly 30 members of the Zion Protestant Church were arrested in seven cities, including Beijing and...
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Season 6: Episode 5: Pakistan: Standing With Christian Women in Their Fight for Justice
21 November 2025In Pakistan, a distorted concept of “honour,” strict blasphemy laws and systemic injustice contribute to the ongoing persecution of Christians – especially young women. Each year, hundreds of female...
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Season 6: Episode 7: Why Are Men and Women Persecuted Differently for Their Faith in Jesus?

