Faith
Churches Shine Hope Across Arab World
Faith Facts
- Christian communities in Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Sudan are celebrating Christmas despite various hardships, including war and economic trials.
- Lebanon’s churches, with Salt & Light’s support, are bringing Christmas programs and gifts to thousands of children, shining the light of Christ in troubled times.
- In Syria and Iraq, church partners offer celebrated gatherings, outreach, and the gospel’s message, while some Sudanese believers continue to honor Christmas amid great difficulty.
This Christmas, faithful partners across the Middle East are keeping the hope of Christ alive, despite regional challenges and unrest. In communities facing hardship, believers gather for worship, outreach, and fellowship, holding firm to the truth that Jesus’ birth brings peace and light.
Church members in Lebanon and Syria are helping children experience the joy of Christmas, sharing biblical stories, gifts, and the message of redemption. These efforts reflect the unwavering commitment of local Christians to faithfully witness in their towns, even when circumstances are far from easy.
“People are happy because someone is checking on them, asking about them, caring for them, and remembering them.”
In Iraq, families unite to celebrate, finding new hope and stability as they share the gospel and usher in the new year with prayer and joy. War-torn Sudanese Christians continue marking the season, demonstrating courage and steadfast faith in the face of adversity.
The enduring witness of these churches reminds us that, regardless of turmoil or calm, the promise of Christ’s birth remains a beacon for all seeking peace, joy, and salvation. As patriots of faith, we are called to lift up these communities, affirming the truth that God’s light shines brightest in the darkness.
Faith Facts
- Chris Tomlin led thousands in worship at the AWAKE Houston event on September 19
- The gathering filled the Smart Financial Centre with beloved contemporary Christian anthems
- Believers came together to honor Jesus Christ through music and unified prayer
Chris Tomlin stood before a packed house at the Smart Financial Centre in Houston, leading thousands of worshipers in an hour-long celebration of praise and adoration.
The worship leader guided the congregation through some of the most recognizable anthems in contemporary Christian music, creating an atmosphere of reverence and unity.
“We honor You” echoed throughout the venue as believers lifted their voices in one accord, setting aside the concerns of the world to focus on the majesty of Jesus Christ.
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Faith Facts
- David Henrie publicly shared how his decision to follow Christ led to the loss of his former inner circle.
- Henrie credited his Catholic faith with providing new purpose and new friendships after the transition.
- The actor reflected on the spiritual convictions that prompted his return to the Catholic Church.
Actor David Henrie is speaking candidly about the personal cost of his Christian conversion in an industry often hostile to traditional faith.
The former Disney star said he “lost everyone” in his inner circle after embracing Christ.
“I lost everyone.”
Henrie explained that the decision to live openly as a believer forced him to rebuild relationships from the ground up.
He has since formed new friendships grounded in shared faith and values.
“I made new friends.”
Henrie also reflected on the deeper spiritual questions that led him back to the Catholic Church.
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Faith Facts
- At least one Christian was killed every 86 minutes in Nigeria from January through early September.
- Most victims lived in regions that receive little attention from Nigerian or U.S. security planners.
- The data comes from a U.S.-based aid agency tracking ongoing violence against believers.
Christians in Nigeria continue to face relentless violence that shows little sign of slowing. A new report from a U.S.-based aid agency documents the grim pace of persecution, with at least one believer killed every 86 minutes between January 1 and September 8. The numbers paint a stark picture of targeted attacks that have claimed the lives of faithful men and women across the nation.
Many of the killings occurred in areas that rarely receive priority attention from either Nigerian officials or American security planners. This lack of focus leaves communities vulnerable and allows violence to continue unchecked. The report underscores how strategic neglect can have deadly consequences for those simply trying to live out their faith.
The findings serve as a sobering reminder that Christians remain among the most persecuted religious groups worldwide. In Nigeria, the pattern of violence often targets believers in rural and semi-rural regions where government presence is thin and security forces are stretched thin. Families are left to mourn loved ones while the international community struggles to respond effectively.
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