A recent Saints Peter and Paul Conference (mostly via video) entitled “Christian Persecution Is Real,” took place at the Basilica of St. Mary in Alexandria, Virginia. The truth of this persecution that remains largely ignored was highlighted and discussed in order to raise awareness and support. One of the speakers was Shakeel Raphael, who “projected […]
Sudan abolishes death penalty for apostasy, eases Sharia restrictions
“The transitional government in Sudan passed a series of amendments that repeal the death sentence for apostasy, public flogging and female genital mutilation, giving Christians hope for the future” following the toppling of the hardline Islamic regime of President Omar al-Bashir last year. In March, Sudan’s transitional government abolished Islamic committees that confiscated church properties; […]