ISIS has reportedly buried thousands of people in at least 72 mass graves in Syria.
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Catholic Church Calls on Christians to Protect Middle Eastern Children from Violence
The Roman Catholic Church is calling on Christians and the governments of all nations to help children who are caught in the conflict in the Middle East.
Why is the New York Times Ignoring Brutal Persecution of Christians in Syria?
According to Jim Davis at GetReligion.org, not only are Christians often persecuted in the Middle East, their plight is often ignored by journalists.
Ancient Dialect of Aramaic Spoken by Jesus to be Revived
The language spoken by Jesus during His time on earth, an ancient dialect of Aramaic, is currently being revived in Syria.
Catholic Nuns under Siege in Syria Appeal for Help
Despite intense bombing and severe food shortages, several Carmelite nuns are refusing to abandon the embattled Syrian city of Aleppo and have appealed for urgent aid.
Healing the Wounds Left by ISIS in Iraq and Syria
U.S. State Department officials say protecting religious freedom is essential for the region’s future.
Assyrian Christian Church Attacked and Burned by Gunmen
An ancient Assyrian Orthodox church has been targeted by gunmen who detonated explosives inside of it on Monday.
Syria: 3 Dead in Suicide Attack Targeting Christian Leader
A suicide bomber has killed himself and three others in an attack in Syria which some say was targeted at the head of the Syriac Orthodox Church.
Syria: Elderly Christian Man Forced to Convert to Islam for Not Paying Tax
An elderly man in Syria has been forced to convert to Islam after he was unable to keep paying the “jizya” tax that ISIS requires.
Syrian Christians March for Peace on International Children’s Day
On International Children’s Day today (June 1) hundreds of children will join in prayer for the Syrian Christian children who are suffering under Islamic State rule.
