BahrainMap reflects the 30 most recent Persecution Reports. Click HERE for the Map Legend.Construction of Church Irritates Iranian AuthoritiesTuesday, August 21st, 2012“As the Bahraini government granted a piece of land to construct the first Catholic Church in the country, Iranian authorities have been enraged and the Iranian Shi’ite media vigorously criticized the action,” Mohabat News repots. Middle East revolts and Arab Christians: a justified prudenceSunday, October 23rd, 2011“[The Arab Christian] fears that the political, social and economic turmoil which erupted unexpectedly, motivated by emotions rather than clear programs, and which does not take account of internal and international conditions, can have serious consequences on the lives of minorities, and open the way for an unknown and terrible future,” Habib Mohammed Hadi Sadr, Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the Holy See, wrote in an article published by Asia News. Christians Advised on How to Pray as Middle East Unrest SpreadsSunday, February 27th, 2011"When we pray for the Middle East, we should be praying mainly for conditions to prevail that sustain freedom and peace for the followers of Jesus, so that the gospel would run and triumph, and millions would turn to Christ and be saved for his great glory." Mideast Revolutions Draw Mixed Reactions from U.S. ChristiansThursday, February 24th, 2011“Christians ought to be careful in fully embracing these revolutions, be thoughtful and prayerful, because it may lead to governments that will oppress and persecute Christians." ‘A Cross Underneath One’s Clothing is Okay’: An Interview with the Bishop of ArabiaWednesday, January 21st, 2009In this interview, Bishop Paul Hinder talked about the difficulties faced by Christians in the Middle East. Despite the persecution, we believe that gospel should continue to be shared to non-Christians and Muslims should be encouraged to follow Jesus Christ. Bahrain will donate land to build new Catholic ChurchSaturday, January 3rd, 2009"King Hamad Bin Eisa Al Khalifa will offer a plot of land to build a Catholic church as a gesture of good will towards the Pope's request. We hope that His Majesty the King's generosity will also include offering a plot of land to build a new evangelical church as well," Manama planning to legalise unauthorised churchesThursday, May 15th, 2008Some churches face the possibility of closing down in gulf State of Bahrain. Muslim Gulf makes room for churches as Qatar catches upSaturday, March 15th, 2008As the number of expatriate Christians in Middle East increases, some of those countries are allowing for more Churches to be constructed. Ten churches face crisis of eviction in BehrainWednesday, November 28th, 2007"We would like to confirm that we don't have any business other than worshipping God. We do not disturb the neighbours. We have also made necessary parking arrangements without causing any problem to neighbours or local friends in the area," Religious Liberty in Asia (1 of 3)Thursday, August 3rd, 2006This is a continuation of a series documenting the status of religious liberty from a Catholic perspective, now addressing several countries in Asia. Unfortunately, it does not mention the case of Abdul Rahman, who was facing the death penalty for becoming a Christian in Afghanistan. |
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