The leader of the Family Federation and the respected pastor of Busan’s Segero Church are not detained “according to Korean law” but in violation of it.
Christian Churches
Fuyang: New Raid, Arrests Target Maizhong Reformed Church
The third raid in one year led to the arrest of Elder Ma Tao and Pastor Chang Shun. Despite its reformed theology, the church has been labeled a “cult.”
Linfen Covenant Home Church Protests Sentences Imposed on Its Leaders
Pastor Li Jie, Elder Han Xiaodong, and Elder Wan Qiang were sentenced to jail penalties for “fraud.”
China’s Religious Freedom Crisis Escalates: Christian Churches Face Comprehensive Suppression
A summary of the growing persecution in the last few years of Protestant house churches, dissident Catholics, and Christian new religious movements.
Guangdong, Shengja Church: Leaders Sentenced for “Illegal Business Operations”
Printing and selling for a small fee Christian literature is now regarded as sufficient to throw fraud charges at house church preachers and elders.
Pakistan, Minor Christian Accused of Blasphemy Granted Bail, Remains in Jail for Other Charges
17-year-old Akash Karamat has spent one year in jail for an accusation that, the Lahore High Court said, is not supported by evidence.
Yunnan, New Update on Brother Chang Hao: Out of Jail, but Under Heavy Surveillance
Video cameras, false “cleaners,” and police visits to members of his church try to continuously harass the indomitable preacher.
A Sad Christmas and New Year for Christians in Burma: The Army Attacks Again
The Burma army has burned down churches, schools, and even Buddhist monasteries in its effort to eradicate anti-government resistance.
What Will Happen to Minorities in Syria? A Christian Point of View
A report from the Middle Eastern country sheds light on a desperate situation and some modest signs of hope.
Myanmar: Army Continues to Bomb Internally Displaced People’s Camps, Churches
The Christian frontline aid group Free Burma Rangers helps the victims and now shares with “Bitter Winter” real-time information.