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Christian Persecution News Roundup: March 25–April 1, 2026

Christian persecution made headlines this Holy Week, with violent attacks in Nigeria dominating coverage alongside targeted incidents in South Asia and restrictions in the Holy Land. Advocacy groups like International Christian Concern (ICC), Open Doors, and Aid to the Church in Need highlighted ongoing patterns of violence, mob attacks, and surveillance. Here are the key verified developments from the past seven days: Nigeria: Palm Sunday Massacre in Jos Gunmen attacked the predominantly […]

https://drinkofjesus.com/2026/04/01/christian-persecution-news-roundup-march-25-april-1-2026/

Drink of Jesus 5d ago

Canada’s House of Commons passes ‘anti-Christian’ bill that would criminalize quoting Bible

The majority of Canadian MPs have voted to pass a Liberal bill that will allow the criminalization of religious expression and belief when quoting parts of the Bible, including about homosexuality and gender. Early Wednesday evening, MPs from the Liberal Party and the Bloc Québécois, in a 186–137 vote, passed Bill C-9, known as the “Combatting Hate Act.” Conservatives, NDP, and Green Party MPs voted against the bill in a rare form of unity among the usually opposing parties. Source: […]

https://drinkofjesus.com/2026/03/27/canadas-house-of-commons-passes-anti-christian-bill-that-would-criminalize-quoting-bible/

Drink of Jesus 6d ago

Statues at 2 Queens Catholic churches vandalized. Here’s reaction from each parish.

The statue of St. Francis of Assisi in front of St. Rita's Roman Catholic Church still had traces of blue paint on it Wednesday after being defaced early Saturday morning. Police said an arrow was spray painted on the statue's pedestal -- coming from the word "pagan" painted on the sidewalk. Source: Statues at 2 Queens Catholic churches vandalized. Here's reaction from each parish. - CBS New York

https://drinkofjesus.com/2026/03/27/statues-at-2-queens-catholic-churches-vandalized-heres-reaction-from-each-parish/

Drink of Jesus 6d ago

Muslim Severely Wounds Christian Wife during Worship in Uganda

NAIROBI, Kenya The Muslim husband of a mother of six in eastern Uganda severely wounded her this month as she was worshipping at a Bible study after he learned that she had converted to Christianity, sources said. Hajati Kyakuwa Kamiyati, 45, remains in treatment for severe injuries at Bugiri Joint Clinic after the March 11 attack during the worship in Bugiri town, in the district of the same name. Kamiyati, who made the Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca last year, came to faith in Christ two […]

https://drinkofjesus.com/2026/03/26/muslim-severely-wounds-christian-wife-during-worship-in-uganda/

ECSPE Feb 13

In Pakistan, blasphemy allegations have led to the arrest of two Christian brothers, exposing the risks faced by minorities under these laws. Read more: https://ecspe.org/blasphemy-allegations-lead-to-arrest-of-two-christian-brothers-in-pakistan/ #Pakistan #BlasphemyLaws #ChristianPersecution #ReligiousFreedom #HumanRights #Justice

ECSPE Feb 11

On January 20, 1976, Damour was attacked and many Christians were killed or displaced in one of the Lebanese civil war’s most tragic episodes.

#Damour #Lebanon #ChristianPersecution #History #NeverForget #Peace

ECSPE Jan 30

Christian persecution continues to impact millions worldwide, restricting freedom of belief and worship. Raising awareness matters.

Learn more: https://ecspe.org/

#ReligiousFreedom #HumanRights #ChristianPersecution #FaithUnderPressure

ECSPE Jan 19

Christian communities in Sudan are facing mass violence and displacement while global attention remains limited. Read more: https://ecspe.org/christian-genocide-in-sudan-a-loud-silence-of-the-world/ #Sudan #ChristianPersecution #Genocide #ReligiousFreedom #HumanRights #Awareness

ECSPE Jan 16

Christian prisoners in Pakistan face years of detention and hardship under blasphemy laws, often with no conviction. These silent struggles demand justice and reform. Read more: https://ecspe.org/blasphemy-laws-the-silent-death-of-pakistans-christian-prisoners/

#Pakistan #BlasphemyLaws #ChristianPersecution #ReligiousFreedom #HumanRights