Iran: 'Pray we aren't released until our mission is complete'

As Christians in Iran continue to face hardship from all sides, their witness also continues - both outside and inside of prison.

As turbulence continues in Iran, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) continues to hold on to power, leaving Christians and other minority religious groups vulnerable to discrimination, including prosecution and jail terms. Elam Ministries's Chrissy Parkes, however, has revealed that there are also reasons for encouragement: Iran’s church is standing firm amid the darkness around them.

Speaking to en, Parkes stated that Christians are being impacted by financial hardship, due to the economy being in “crisis” after recent events - but are showing generosity.