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Aug. 11, 2009 - Two brave Iranian women may face death for converting from Islam to Christianity. They told a court that they will not abandon their faith in Christ, in spite of harsh treatment in one of Iran's most notorious prisons.
- Maryam Rustampoor, 27, and Marzieh Amirizadeh, 30, appeared Sunday, August 9, in front of a 'revolutionary court' in the capital Tehran where they were pressured to return to Islam.
The incident was reported by Christians linked to Elam Ministries, a group supporting Iran's growing church movement.
- Source:
Nigerian Islamist attacks spread
July 27, 2009 - In Nigeria, which is approximately half Christian and half Muslim, about 150 Christians have been killed by Islamic militants. Most of the attacks have occured in Maiduguri, Borno State. Hundreds are fleeing their homes.
- Some of the militants follow a preacher who campaigns against Western schools. The preacher, Mohammed Yusuf, says Western education is against Islamic teaching.
- Source: BBC
Activists claim Christian executed in N Korea
July 24, 2009 - Ri Hyon Ok, a North Korean woman, was publicly executed for distributing the Bible, which is banned in the communist nation. She was also accused of spying for South Korea and the United States and organizing dissidents. Her parents, husband and three children were sent to a political prison camp in the northeastern city of Hoeryong the following day,
- Source: AP
- Activists: NKorean Executed for Distributing Bible - ABC
Kennedy brings 'hate crimes' into Senate
Matches House-approved plan to crack down on biblical teachings
May 2, 2009 - Following approval of H.R. 1913 by the House of Representatives yesterday, Senators Edward Kennedy and Patrick Leahy have introduced a Senate version of the bill.
- It adds gay, lesbian, and transgender people to the list of federally protected classes. But critics warn it could also criminalize preachers, who preach against homosexuality.
- Source:WorldNetDaily
- House Committee Approves Hate Crimes Act - CBN
Activists Rally for N. Korean Christians
May 2, 2009 - North Korea is considered the worst country for human rights violations. There are some 50,000 Christians left in North Korea, and about 10,000 per year are being killed for their faith
- Source: CBN
Homeland Security on guard for 'right-wing extremists'
Apr. 13, 2009 - A new Homeland Security document puts authorities on the look-out for trouble from unnamed "right-wing extremists." While admitting that their acitivites, "have been largely rhetorical and have not indicated plans to carry out violent acts," the report says that those concerned about illegal immigration, increasing federal power, restrictions on firearms, abortion and the loss of U.S. sovereignty may become violent in the future.
The description of "right-wing extremists includes:
- Hate groups opposed to particular religions or races
- Anti-government groups that reject federal authority in favor of state or local authority
- Individuals who are dedicated to a single issue, such as opposition to abortion or immigration
- Some returning war veterans
- Those who believe in "a Jewish-controlled 'one-world government'"
- Those who are unhappy about the election of an African-American president and the prospect of his policy changes
- Teachers of "end times" prophecies that could motivate extremist individuals and groups to stockpile food, ammunition and weapons
The report, dated April 7, 2009 is titled "Right-wing Extremism: Current Economic and Political Climate Fueling Resurgence in Radicalization and Recruitment."
- Source: WorldNetDaily
- Disagree with Obama? Gov't has eyes on you - Roger Hedgcock - WorldNetDaily
- 'Right Wing Extremism' Threatening the U.S.? - CBN
Future American Christian Students Uncertain As Obama Signs Stimulus Plan
Feb. 17, 2009 - One of the stipulations of the stimulus plan signed by President Obama today will end Christian activities in some college and university facilities. The rule states:
- "No funds awarded under this section may be used for – (3) modernization, renovation, or repair of facilities – (A) used for sectarian instruction or religious worship; or (B) in which a substantial portion of the functions of the facilities are subsumed in a religious mission."
The American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ) says it will challenge the provision in federal court because it encourages discrimination. ACLJ chief counsel Jay Sekulow said, "This is an unacceptable provision that clearly discriminates against religious organizations that have a legal right to use those facilities."
- Source: Worthy News
Conservative Groups Declare Obama's Stimulus Bill a War on Prayer
Feb. 4, 2009 - One provision of the stimulus bill that was passed by the House of Representatives last week is the prohibition of funds used for the "modernization, renovation, or repair" of facilities that allow "sectarian instruction, religious worship or a school or department of divinity."
Republicans in the House opposed the bill unanimously.
- "What the government is doing is discriminating against religious viewpoints," said Mathew Staver, founder and chairman of Liberty Counsel, a Washington-based nonprofit organization that works to advance religious freedom.
The Traditional Values Coalition, issued a statement complaining that President Obama is violating the right to free speech by using his stimulus plan to restrict the exercise of religion in public facilities.
- Source: Fox
List Names Worst Persecutor of Christians
Feb. 4, 2009 - The 2008 Open Door USA "World Watch List" names North Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Iran as the worst persecutors of Christians in the world.
- Source: CBN
- Behead a Christian, raise your rank - Islam's Shariah cited in 7 of 10 worst nations worldwide - WorldNetDaily
Arsonist intended murder at Palin's church
Jan. 29, 2009 - An arsonist set fire to Governor Sarah Palin's home church, Wasilla Bible Church, in December. There were five adults and a teen in the building at the time. Investigators have determined that the arsonist apparently intended murder because he cut phone and fire alarm lines before starting the fire.
- Source: WorldNetDaily
Top 10 Persecution Stories of 2008
Jan. 14, 2009 - According to Compass Direct, the worst persecution stories of 2008 were in
- 1 - India
- 2 - Nigeria
- 3 - Eritrea
- 4 - Somalia
- 5 - Laos
- 6 - Iran
- 7 - China
- 8 - Pakistan
- 9 - Egypt
- 10 - Algeria
- Source: Crosswalk
Top 10 list of 2008's Christian bashers
Jan. 6, 2009 - Read this story from The Christian Anti-Defamation Commission, or CADC. It exposes the most extreme cases of Christian bashing in the year 2008. It includes:
- No.10 – Jack Black musical video
- No. 9 – Bill Maher gratuitously attacks pope
- No. 8 – ESPN anchor Dana Jacobson's "F--- Jesus" remark
- No. 7 – Minnesota University professor desecrates communion
- No. 6 – "Religulous" the movie
- No. 5 – Chaplains fired for praying in Jesus' name
- No. 4 – Colorado law criminalizes the Bible
- No. 3 – Barack Obama defames Christianity
- No. 2 – Vice-presidential candidate Sarah Palin is attacked
- No. 1 – Radical homosexuals assault Prop 8 marriage supporters in California
- Source: WorldNetDaily
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