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Steadfast Global – October 16th – Update 2

Steadfast Global, 11th October 2024

Iran:

Close relatives of Christian convert, Mojdeh Falahi (36), who is still being held in the Pelak-e-100 Detention Centre in Shiraz, are very concerned for her emotional and psychological state after her mother managed to visit her briefly on 30 September. During the few tightly monitored minutes they spent together, Mojdeh wept uncontrollably. Because she was unable to speak freely during the visit, the reason for her detention is still not known.

Nigeria:

Seven people have been killed in an attack by Muslim Fulani herdsmen on a predominantly Christian village in Benue state. The incident took place around 5 p.m. on 1 October when the raiders entered Egwuma village in Agatu County and started shooting sporadically at villagers as they encountered them.

China:

Almost two years after being detained by police and charged with fraud, Wang Qiang of the Linfen Covenant House Church in Shanxi Province was reunited with his wife and two children after he was released under a “residential surveillance at a designated location” order on 30 September. According to source China Aid, Wang was tortured while he was in detention.

India:

Please join us in remembering and giving thanks for the work being done through our Sewing Schools in south India. Recent videos shared with us by our partners demonstrated the effectiveness of the programme as it brings holistic transformation into marginalised communities. This week we also encourage you to pray for our micro-loan recipients who are all producing fruit in their own villages and areas.