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In these countries, Christians encounter varying degrees of repetitive, persistent and systematic suffering, and deprival of basic human rights, because of their faith in Jesus Christ – a belief their persecutors will not tolerate. -
Recent News Articles
Egypt: Christian Researcher Arrested
Photo: Pexels / Bernard Ribier Dr. Augustin Sam'an is a researcher specializing in Christian apologetics and comparative religions. The believer operates a YouTube channel through which he responds to anti- Christian narratives commonly circulating in Egypt. Earlier this month, Dr. Augustin was arrested and charged with " contempt of Islam" in connection
Palestine: Threats Against Christian Converts
Bethlehem
Photo: Wikimedia / Lux Mundi (CC)Recent news reports have once again drawn global attention to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and the complex challenges that arise amid attempts to obtain lasting peace in this volatile region. Among the broader tensions, Christians living in the Palestinian territories frequently find themselves
Kyrgyzstan: Imprisoned Pastor Suffers Brain Damage
Pastor Pavel Shreider
Photo: USCIRFPavel Shreider, a 65-year-old pastor, is presently serving a three-year prison sentence in Kyrgyzstan for allegedly "inciting racial, ethnic, national, religious or regional enmity." Following his arrest in November 2024, the church leader was convicted on July 10th, 2025. (For further details on his arrest, see this
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CEO Blog
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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
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The Core Values of VOMC: Vitality in Prayer
The Core Values of VOMC
Vitality in Prayer
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"But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your
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The Core Values of VOMC
The Core Values of VOMC
“Core values represent the fundamental essence of VOMC and
serve as a guiding framework for our behaviour and actions.”At
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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 3: Russia: Church Congregations Banned and Oppressed
17 October 2025As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine rages on, evangelical Christians are facing intensifying persecution. In this episode of the Closer to the Fire podcast, host Greg Musselman is joined by Rev....
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Season 6: Episode 2: North Korea: Gospel Radio Penetrates the Hermit Kingdom
26 September 2025Ranked number one on Open Doors’ World Watch List, North Korea remains the most dangerous place in the world for followers of Jesus. Church life is virtually nonexistent, gathering for worship or...
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Season 6: Episode 1: India: Why Is Christian Persecution Increasing?
12 September 2025Over the past decade, Christians in India have faced a disturbing rise in persecution. Throughout this time, churches were demolished, worship gatherings violently disrupted, crosses in graveyards...
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Season 6: Episode 3: Russia: Church Congregations Banned and Oppressed
