Yesterday Todd Nettleton appeared on In the Market with Janet Parshall to discuss the latest developments and news from the persecuted church worldwide. If you missed the show, you are still able to hear the archived podcast by simply clicking here to listen. (This link will open up the media player instantly)

It is Christmas time and what better time of the year than to consider giving a special gift to the persecuted church. I know many of us evaluate what we've given during the year and often make adjustments near the end of the year, which is why I thought I would tell you about a way that you can give a NON-CASH gift to The Voice of the Martyrs and the persecuted church.

This year we have shared countless stories about the persecution of Christians in Orissa which is considered the "Hindu Heartland". Mission Network News along with Morning Star News share a report that is stunning to any American who may not realize that the police in India do not necessarily aim to protect and serve like the police do in America. The contrast is very striking. Consider praying for the police in India as you read how they are joining in persecuting Christians in India.

CBN News is reporting on some recent developments in Nepal concerning the plight of Christians living in Nepal.

This year has been a horrible year for Coptic Christians in Egypt. Unfortunately, there is a move to implement Sharia Law inside Egypt that will definitely put Coptic Christians, minorities and women in peril. Please continue to pray for Christians in Egypt as you watch this news package from CBN News.com

Ribur was beaten and locked in jail for 60 days because she talked about Jesus.

“Children get down!” Anne Hutchinson screamed as she heard the arrow sharply strike her door. Then they heard the harrowing screams of the Indians who surrounded her home. More arrows seemed to come from everywhere, and she could hear footsteps near the window. “I will see you today, Lord!” Anne said.

A member of the Voice Volunteer Network recently shared her experience showing the International Day of Prayer video featuring an imprisoned pastor in Southeast Asia. She shared the video at two churches on IDOP Sunday: her home church and All Nations Church, a Thai/Lao church she and her husband have attended.

Gloria is just 30, three years younger than I am. She was 26 when her husband was murdered and she was left to raise two kids on her own.