Jordan,
Just days ago, the Congo was rocked by yet another atrocity – 49 Christians massacred in cold blood by ISIS-affiliated terrorists.
Families were attending an early morning prayer vigil at church when the Islamic radicals entered the church, wielding machetes and guns and murdering dozens of victims – including many children.
Church leadership in the Congo (DRC) is pleading: "Please, brothers and sisters, we still need your prayers."
TODAY, the ACLJ is submitting a critical intervention on behalf of the Congo at the U.N. The nature of this violence against peaceful Christians must be brought before the international community – we will NOT stand for senseless violence.
In addition to the Congo, we're boldly standing up for persecuted Christians in Syria, Nigeria, and India – filing powerful new submissions at the U.N. today. These are some of the world's worst hot spots for abuse, and we are refusing to let their suffering go unheard.
For years, we have successfully defended Christians facing the worst persecution imaginable, winning some tremendous victories. But to drastically expand this vital legal work in defense of dying Christians, we need your Tax-Deductible support.
TODAY we are launching our 35 Years of VICTORY Drive. Have your gift doubled TODAY: $5 becomes $10; $20 becomes $40.
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Today's U.N. submissions follow significant ACLJ efforts: an oral intervention delivered by Jordan at the U.N., a key letter to Secretary of State Rubio, and a congressional resolution now championed by Rep. Chris Smith. Join us.
Sign: Protect Christians From Massacre in the Congo.
Peace was shattered as 200 Christians were brutally massacred by 40 armed militants who stormed a quiet refugee village in Nigeria, shouting "Allahu Akbar." People on the ground describe it as the "bloodiest massacre on record," a night of unimaginable horror.
They targeted Christian families like Mr. Lormba's: Eight of his family members, including three children, were killed – most burned alive while hiding.
That's why TODAY we are highlighting the plight of these beleaguered Christians before the U.N. Human Rights Council. Please add your voice as we fight for persecuted Christians in Nigeria.
Sign: Stop the Genocide of Christians in Nigeria.
Earlier this year, ISIS warned pastors in Syria: "Once we have greater control, you will be next."
Days later, Syrian Pastor Mezher of Good Shepherd Evangelical Church and 20 members of his family – siblings, children, and parents – were massacred by Islamic radicals. They were among the over 1,400 civilians who were "summarily executed."
As these Islamic radicals carry out their threats, our Christian brothers and sisters urgently need us – add your voice to strengthen our efforts as we go before the U.N. to advocate for Syrian Christians and innocents.
Sign Petition: Protect Persecuted Christians in Syria.
What's happening in the Congo, Syria, and Nigeria is nothing short of horrific. But the ACLJ is on the front lines – relentlessly fighting for the voiceless and taking their cries to those with the power to act. Your support makes this urgent, lifesaving work possible.
Jay Sekulow
ACLJ Chief Counsel