Burkina Faso.

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You make a difference! Caring for pastors in Burkina Faso ‘We are full of joy! And we continue to give thanks to the Lord and to you, who helped us!’ Pastor Emmanuel*, who serves in the West African country of Burkina Faso, has seen church members killed and has been forced to flee, in the face of attacks from Islamist militant groups. Serving the Lord has not been easy, particularly when persecution has meant moving from one place to another. In 2024 his village was attacked. ‘During the attack, four of our church members were killed,’ he said. ‘Many of us survived, because we managed to hide in the corn field. They targeted mostly men, but all of us were afraid.’ Emmanuel has benefited from a project supported by Release International, which seeks to help displaced pastors in Burkina Faso. He said, ‘Today my heart rejoices and I thank my Saviour for what he has done for me and my family. Also, I want to thank the supporters, who are in a different part of the world, for their act of mercy. We have already received funds for food and housing for two months, together with aid for our [ministry]. ‘You have remembered us; may God remember you in every moment of your life. May God bless you and all you do for him.’ * Name changed Burkina Faso To find out more about the country of Burkina Faso, including the challenges of being a Christian in that country, and the increase in violent attacks on Christians that have taken place there in recent years, click the button, below. LEARN MORE

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Birdie.

 

Colossians 3 - NIV.

 15) Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

Amen.

Christians in Pakistan.

 Pakistan temporarily halts plan to evict Christians from settlement.

Christian residents of Rimsha Colony protest against planned evictions by Islamabad's municipal authority. (Photo: Christian Daily International)

Authorities in Pakistani capital Islamabad have temporarily halted plans to evict around 25,000 people, most of whom are Christians, from settlements currently occupying government land.

Last week the interior minister, Mohsin Naqvi said the government had “launched an operation against informal settlements and illegal occupants in Islamabad. Wherever there is government land that has been encroached, it will be vacated.”

The move led to significant protests by Christians affected by the move, who say that due to poverty and discrimination, they have nowhere else to go.

The situation has also attracted the notice of the British parliament’s All Party Parliamentary Group for Pakistani Minorities.

The chair of the group, the DUP's Jim Shannon MP, said, “The Christian families living in Islamabad’s informal settlements are among the country’s most vulnerable communities.

"Pakistan’s Constitution guarantees equality and protection for minorities. Any development initiative must uphold these commitments.

"Authorities should halt demolitions, consult residents, and ensure that no family is left without shelter or support.”

One of the settlements under threat is the Rimsha Colony, named after a mentally handicapped Christian girl who was falsely accused of burning pages from the Quran, leading to significant tension.

Many Christians fled their homes and settled at what would become Rimsha Colony. According to the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan, the government were themselves involved in relocating Christians to the colony.

Community leader Imran Shahzad Sahotra told Christian Daily International that many residents had no options due to low incomes and discrimination in the housing market.

“Issuing directives to slum dwellers to vacate the land without offering them alternative shelters is a great injustice … People are settled here and have no other options," he said.

Reports suggest that while the protests may have led to the plan being halted, government officials have not abandoned the scheme, which has been undertaken at least in part to build a new road linking two sectors of Islamabad.

An official with the Capital Development Authority (CDA) told UCA News on condition of anonymity that the evictions will “definitely proceed".  CT.

Lepra.

Improving healthcare access in the tea-growing regions of Assam

Dear  All, I hope you are well. In the heart of the tea-growing regions of Assam, India, where healthcare access is often a challenge, we are providing two specialist healthcare centres for people affected by leprosy and lymphatic filariasis. With thanks to funding from Haddenham Healthcare and Tea People, the Comprehensive Disability Referral Centre in Tinsukia Tea Garden opened in September 2025 followed by the Satellite Centre at Dhoedaam Tea Estate in January 2026. The impact of these new hubs is already being felt across the community. As of February 2026, 35 adults and 3 children have been diagnosed with leprosy and started their recovery. The presence of child cases is a sign of ongoing community transmission and indicates a need for increased efforts to detect cases early.  Thanks to a field activity by the centre, eight-year-old Babu received an early leprosy diagnosis and has not developed any disabilities. Read Babu's real-life story.

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Read more about how Lepra’s centres in Assam are breaking the cycle of health inequality by enabling early diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and ongoing support for people affected by leprosy and lymphatic filariasis. What can I do to help? You too can help people in the tea-growing regions of Assam by holding a ‘Lepra Life-Changing Tea’. Gather your friends and family for tea and cakes and simply ask for a donation in return. You’ll have a lovely natter, and the icing on the cake will be the funds you raise to diagnose, treat and care for more vulnerable people. Our free fundraising guide is full of hints and tips to make your event a big success. Your support will help us change lives for the better. Thank you, Rajni Kant Singh State Coordinator, Lepra Society

Malice From Labour?

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How They Voted.

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Professor John Lennox.

 Professor John Lennox STUNS Room Full of Atheists

Professor John Lennox STUNS Room Full of Atheists

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7ZATMal_XQ

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Standing Up Against Evil.

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Dear All. This season, as we seek God’s strength, we are reminded that He is our refuge – our steady rock when the world feels uncertain.   This week, our Legal Operations Manager, Evelyne, leads us in prayer from Psalm 46:1–2. She also highlights our client, Adam Smith-Connor, whose story has made international headlines.   Adam – a veteran of the British Army Reserves who served courageously in Afghanistan – became the first citizen in modern British history to be criminally convicted for his thoughts when praying silently near an abortion facility.   On 16 October 2024, Bournemouth Magistrates’ Court convicted and sentenced Adam to a conditional discharge and ordered him to pay prosecution costs of £9,000. With our legal support, Adam appealed this decision.     Adam was sentenced for praying about his own experience, and the son he lost to his decision to pay for an abortion many years ago. He was also praying for the men and women facing difficult decisions with regard to abortion that day.   He stood with his back to the facility, so as not to be misconstrued as trying to disrupt the privacy of anyone there. But a local regulation banned prayer as an “expression of approval or disapproval of abortion” on that public street. In his case, authorities argue that the ban also applies to silent prayer.    But prayer is never a crime, and Adam is not a criminal.   We cannot allow the government to dictate the content of our thoughts. We must stand together.  Will you help Adam fight this legal battle? Your support will provide crucial resources for his legal defence and others like him. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference.  GIVE TODAY Thank you for standing alongside ADF UK this season. Your generosity sustains our mission to defend religious freedom and freedom of expression.   With gratitude for your ongoing support,   ADF UK PS. Watch our videos from week 1, week 2, week 3, week 4 and week 5 here. Give one time | Give monthly For Bank Transfers ADF International (UK) | Barclays Bank – Sort Code 203593 Account Number 60668400 Payment Reference: Your email (For Giftaid confirmation)