In the wake of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan, the country’s highly secretive Christian community began to experience a rapid increase in threats. Charities began moving the most vulnerable Christians and pastors out of the country, but for those left behind it is a long and uncertain road ahead. International Christian Concern (ICC) continues to rescue Afghan Christians and secure shelter for them beyond Afghanistan’s borders. There are currently about 200 families under ICC’s care - in hiding and protected. In addition, ICC’s advocacy team is giving updates from the ground and telling US and world leaders what is needed to save the Christians left behind. In the early months of 2022, ICC will launch a strategic initiative for a long-term solution for Christians stuck in transit countries without a final destination, while also serving those still in hiding in Afghanistan.
Afghanistan: Christians at greater risk
Written by David Fletcher 06 Jan 2022Additional Info
- Pray: for the international community to save these Christians, and for God to protect all the work taking place behind the scenes on their behalf. (Psalm 91:11)
- More: www.persecution.org/2022/01/06/in-the-throes-of-persecution/