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2020-03-05

  • Worker Tortured to Death
    Saleem Masih's funeral - Photo: Facebook / PCLJ
    Funeral for Saleem Masih.
    Photo: Facebook / PCLJ

    After a hard day's work in the fields on February 25th, Saleem Masih went to the well to rinse off. The Muslim landowner, however, was furious and accused him of polluting the water. Sher Dogar insulted Saleem, referring to him as a filthy Christian, and vowed to teach him a lesson.
  • Protests Force Church to Close
    A Sunday School in Indonesia - Photo: World Watch Monitor www.worldwatchmonitor.org
    Ask God to provide wisdom as Indonesian believers seek ways to gather in fellowship.
    Photo: World Watch Monitor

    The New Testament Christian Church in Central Java was meeting for worship on February 16th when protesters entered the building and demanded that the church service stop. As the demonstrations continued, police arrived to mediate. The pastor received permission to finish the service and meet with the opposing community members later.
  • Hearings of Accused Christians Delayed
    Fatemeh (Mary) Mohammadi - Photo: Middle East Concern www.meconcern.org
    Fatemeh (Mary) Mohammadi
    Photo: Middle East Concern

    In last week's Persecution and Prayer Alert, we wrote about Mary Mohammadi who was arrested and facing abuse while incarcerated. We are thankful to report that as of February 26th, she was released on bail. Although a court hearing had been scheduled for March 2nd, it was postponed indefinitely, apparently due to concerns about the spread of the COVID-19 virus.