Iranian Christians have requested our prayers following a raid on an officially recognised church in Ahvaz during a service on Friday 23rd December. All attendees, including children, were reportedly detained. All mobiles were confiscated, as was the church's audio-visual equipment and Christian literature. Most were released within a few hours. However, the church's pastor (Farhad), his wife (Shahnaz) and two other church members (David and Naser) remain detained. Their whereabouts are unknown.
We are pleased to report that another Iranian Christian, Shahla Rahmati, was released on 20th December having been cleared of all charges against her. She had been detained since 9th March.
Iranian Christians request our prayers that:
a. Farhad, Shahnaz, David and Naser will know the presence and peace of Jesus, and be released soon
b. All church members will know the Spirit's wisdom and guidance, especially concerning meeting together for worship
c. All confiscated property would be returned
d. Shahla would know the Father's love and healing as she adjusts to normal life
e. All officials involved will love mercy, act justly, learn about Jesus and choose to follow Him
Open source used: Elam, FCNN
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