The Voice of the suffering in Asia
Here you’ll find the latest updates on the struggles and resilience of persecuted communities around the world. These stories highlight both the challenges they endure and the faith that sustains them. Stay connected to learn how hope continues to shine through suffering.
ACN to help flood victims in Pakistan
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“90 percent of the territory of my diocese is flooded due to heavy rain. Many churches, parish houses and schools have been damaged by the rain flood. The people are left homeless and hungry besides the families grieving for the loss of their loved ones.”
Balochistan is deadly for Christians in Pakistan
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The Catholic eighth grader and two of his friends were injured the evening of Aug. 8 awhen motorcycle-riding gunmen attacked the Christian colony in the Mastung area of Pakistan’s Balochistan province.
Christian minor escapes forced conversion in Pakistan
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“I pleaded to let me return to my parents and I even quit eating for a few days. But he didn’t give in,” said Saba.
ACN sends aid to dioceses in Sri Lanka
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“Many people have lost their jobs, and prices have risen astronomically. People can afford virtually nothing. Our priests and religious are badly affected by the crisis."
Pakistan: Kidnappings, forced conversions are ‘human rights issue’
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Pakistan is one of the countries where the problem is most severe, along with Mozambique, Nigeria, Egypt, Iraq, and Syria.
Bangladesh: the financial challenge of building churches
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“Hundreds of Catholics from several villages gathered and jostled for a place to sit, and many were forced to stand outside. The scene stuck in my mind, and I decided to do something about it."
