Christian Converts and Ramadan
In this episode we’ll learn a little bit about Ramadan and why Ramadan can be a difficult time for Christian converts. Read more about our recent event for Members of
March 22, 2023
WORLD WATCH WEEKLY PODCAST
Nicaragua
A New Country on the World Watch List
In this episode, we talk about Nicaragua, which enters the World Watch List for the first time. We’ll discuss some of the recent history and what’s been happening in the
March 15, 2023
Iran
International Women’s Day: Persecution and Gender
On this International Women’s Day, we discuss how women experience persecution differently than men telling the story of Sahar from Iran. You can watch Sahar’s story at https://youtu.be/3prAp48shJw. Download a
March 9, 2023
Afghanistan
Why Afghanistan’s Score Dropped on the WWL
In this episode, we’ll discuss the surprising drop of Afghanistan from #1 to #9 on the World Watch List, and we’ll talk about whether this means that life is getting
March 1, 2023
Sub-Saharan Africa
Why Violence in Sub-Saharan Africa Is Getting Worse
In this episode, we’ll talk about the rise in violent persecution in sub-Saharan Africa and how it’s impacting the church. We’ll also remember Leah Sharibu who has been in captivity
February 22, 2023
North Korea
How does Open Doors Help Believers from North Korea?
In this episode, we share an interview with two secret fieldworkers who help North Korean women who have fled to China. Hear how they risk everything to share Jesus. If
February 9, 2023
DRC
Mob Attack, Church Bombing, and other news
In this episode, we update you about some recent news coming from the persecuted church including a mob attack in India, a church bombing in the Democratic Republic of the
February 1, 2023
World Watch List
What’s Outside the top 50?
In this episode, we talk about the total number of persecuted Christians. We also discuss the countries where there are at least high levels of persecution, but that aren’t on
January 25, 2023
Iran
How Do Persecuted Christians Celebrate Christmas?
The Christmas season is in full swing in Canada. Lights are being hung, trees decorated and Christmas music is playing everywhere, but this isn’t what it’s like for millions of
December 7, 2022
North Africa
When Your Faith is Kept Secret From Your Family
In this episode, we’ll take a look at what it’s like to be a Christian in North Africa with a focus on Morocco and Tunisia. We’ll also share the story
November 30, 2022
Qatar
The World Cup and the World Watch List
In this episode, we’ll dive into what persecution looks like in two World Watch List countries that are participating in this year’s World Cup: Saudi Arabia and Mexico. We’ll share
November 23, 2022
Qatar
The World Cup in Qatar
In this episode, we’ll talk about the #18 country on the World Watch List, who happens to be hosting the World Cup that starts this weekend. We’ll hear what some
November 15, 2022