Emergency funds have been sent to church leaders in Orissa, India, to help those affected by the recent violence and persecution against Christians. Church of God Ministries (CGM) staff have been in frequent contact with church leader and Christians Broadcasting Hope (CBH) director Asim Das, and sent the money following his recent report on the situation there.

Das reported that recent attacks against Christians forced families to flee into the jungle for protection after their homes were burned and lives threatened. Seven families have been located and are receiving temporary care while the search for others continues. Das also informed CGM staff that three of our church facilities have been destroyed.

The emergency funds will be used for transportation, lodging, clothing, feeding, and other basis needs of the displaced families. The current plan is to bring the families to Cuttack and house them at The Shelter for the short-term until a more permanent solution can be developed, which may include either rebuilding their homes or relocating them to another area.

Please join us in lifting up the persecuted church in Orissa, India, in prayer. Pray for the provision and perseverance of Christians and for peace to be re-established in this region.