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Religious Persecution

The freedom to worship and serve God is a God-given human right. And yet there is a growing epidemic of persecution of religious minorities around the world. These religious minorities are often also ethnic minorities who suffer economic and social isolation as well.

Take Action

Write Letters: US

Fulfill the scriptural directive to ‘Bear one another’s burdens…’ with partners at Prisoner Alert.

Write Letters: Canada

‘Remember those who are in prison' (Heb. 13:3) by writing letters through VOM Canda.

Resources

Churches for Middle East Peace

We are a member! Learn more about our advocacy against persecution in this context.

Forum on Persecuted Church

Social justice staff attended a forum on the persecuted church with representatives from various communions in 2017. They share learnings in this report.

The Center for Religious Freedom

Works against religious persecution of all groups throughout the world. It is currently at the forefront of a national campaign in the U.S. to defend persecuted Christians worldwide.

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights

Follows the issue of religious intolerance throughout the world. You'll find links to various documents and news reports on parts of the world where religious persecution occurs.

U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom

An independent agency that advises the President, the Secretary of State, and Congress on religious freedom throughout the world.

Worship

International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church

Typically observed on the second Sunday in November. We lift up specific churches and countries in prayer.

Scripture and Songs

Suggestions to kick off your planning.

Litany and Prayer

About interfaith understanding and peace.

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