Mexico’s Persecution of Protestant Christians
United States officials have questioned Mexico’s government regarding reports of widespread discrimination and displacement of Protestant Christian communities in Chiapas and other Mexican states.
Christian Pastor In Vermont Sentenced To One Year In Prison After Refusing To Marry Gay Couple
A pastor at the Christian Proctor Church in Vermont, has been sentenced to one year in federal prison after refusing to marry gay couples. This comes shortly after the Supreme Court’s 5-4 decision ruling that states must allow gay-marriage.
Mexican Gov’t Official Threatens Christians
Earlier this year, Christians in Hidalgo State, Mexico, were allegedly threatened by a local government representative.
Hindu Mob Attacks House Church Leader
A covert to Christianity who heads a home fellowship near Mumbai is suffering with chest and back injuries after about 25 Hindus beat him with wooden rods and iron bars on Jan. 24, according to Morning Star News.
Protestants in Mexico Persecuted for Refusing to Renounce their Faith
Last month in Mexico’s Chiapas state, the village of Buenavista Bahuitz reneged on an agreement to allow 47 expelled evangelicals to return to their homes, according to Morning Star News.
Mexico: Upcoming Conference on Religious Freedom Violations
Victims of religious freedom violations are expected to testify at an upcoming national conference in Mexico.