Over 7,000 Christians have been killed in Nigeria this year. Thousands more suffer as Islamist militants kill, kidnap, seize land, and burn homes and churches. Christian survivors are left widowed, orphaned, homeless, and destitute. Islamists’ brutal attacks on Christians are horrifying and staggering. For survivors, their ordeal has just begun. We can help the survivors … Read more
Police hands letter back to CFI’s rep after Eritrean officials refused it The Eritrean Embassy in Washington, DC, refused to accept a hand-delivered letter calling for the release of seven church leaders who are imprisoned with no charges, no court cases, no legal representation, no family visits for over twenty years. The letter was addressed … Read more
We are preparing for Christmas. This year we are starting early so you can join in. Each year, with your support, Christian Freedom International celebrates Christmas with Christians who live in places where it can be perilous to believe in our Savior. Our partners throw parties and give clothes, food, toys, and other goods to … Read more
2024 Annual Report See how your support made a profound difference for persecuted Christians From Afghanistan to North Korea, the border of Burma to inside Garbage City, Bangladesh to Nigeria, and countries that cannot be named. Discover the ways, places, and numbers of Christians whom, together, we helped as they overcome persecution and live for Jesus. I … Read more
A goat eats trash in a Garbage City street The elderly ladies quietly cried and thanked God for the food we gave them. They live in Garbage City in Egypt. Their barren apartment reflects their life in a country where Christians live under pervasive discrimination and persecution Each month, we deliver food to Christian widows … Read more
In March, a massive earthquake hit Burma and Thailand. Over 5,400 people were killed and 11,400 injured. But the toll could have been higher with casualties from our school if God had not led and provided for us to act one year before. About 50 students and staff live at Victory Bible Academy in Thailand. … Read more
Ali fled Afghanistan when the Taliban seized control. Suddenly, one of the worst countries in the world for Christians became even more dangerous. Especially for Christians who used to be Muslim. Ali was one of them. Ali (not his name) had secretly become a Christian. In the turmoil of the takeover, he escaped to another … Read more
In December, the death threats arrived. Pastors in a Muslim-majority country received chilling warnings: a bounty was put on their heads for preaching Christ. They would be killed and “there will be no opportunity for you to celebrate Christmas” anywhere in the country. The pastors are former Muslims who now courageously follow Christ. These warnings … Read more
Jerry was eight years old when he became an orphan. He lives in Nigeria, one of the most dangerous countries to be a Christian. His father was a pastor who taught him to love one another and live peaceably with Muslims. One frightful day, Muslim rioters massacred his family. Jerry was the sole survivor. He fled, … Read more
For some Christians, especially North Koreans, it can cost their lives. That is why we take seriously the danger of offering Bibles to Christians who are hiding in our shelters when they escape from North Korea. We know, and they know, the risk. Escaping from North Korea to freedom requires a dangerous journey through several … Read more