Heart for the Persecuted

06/02/2026

Our mission in Nigeria reaches deep into the local community. Beyond our orphanage, we’re proud to support hundreds of Christian orphans by providing for their basic needs, education, and skills training.

We serve a resilient God and a resilient people. Please continue to pray that we can be a steady light and a source of hope for these persecuted children.

04/30/2026

It was a day where worries faded into smiles and cheers. Between the soccer matches, volleyball, and board games, sports day was full of energy for all the children and staff involved!

04/09/2026

In loving memory of Peggy Nienaber.

"Well done, good and faithful servant"

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our dear sister and Chairwoman of the Religious Freedom Coalition Board of Directors, Peggy Nienaber, who went to be with the Lord on April 7,2026.

Peggy dedicated her life to advocating for the unborn, the sanctity of the family, and the persecuted church. A wise advisor and a devoted friend, she possessed a rare talent for uniting people in service to the Lord’s work. While we mourn the loss of a visionary leader, we find peace knowing that heaven has gained a faithful daughter.

Please join us in prayer for her twin sister, Patty; her two children and five grandchildren; and her beloved dog, Newman.

04/05/2026

All of us at Heart for the Persecuted wish you a happy Easter!

04/02/2026

Thank you, Lord, for sparing the life of one of our orphanage's security guards as he was attacked by Fulani Terrorists on his way home Saturday night. We are so grateful he survived the assault and is now recovering from surgery.

This has been a heavy and heartbreaking Holy Week for our community in Nigeria. The peace of Palm Sunday was shattered when gunmen invaded a nearby village, claiming twenty lives. With these tragedies happening so close to our gates, we are leaning on prayer for the safety of our children and the comfort of our grieving neighbors.

Read the full story and see how you can help here: https://religiousfreedomcoalition.org/2026/04/02/palm-sunday-massacre-near-our-orphanage/

03/11/2026

In the heart of Mangu, Nigeria, a group of selfless individuals are fighting to give hope to 152 displaced orphans who are survivors of brutal terrorism that took everything they had.

These children live in dilapidated buildings under unimaginable living conditions, facing the fear of getting evicted from the only "home" they have left. With no support from the government, these displaced children are vulnerable and alone.

Heart for the Persecuted Church is on the ground providing aid, but they are still in desperate need of everyday essentials - clothing, shoes, and toiletries.

Will you help be our hands and feet today? Your donation provides the essential support these children need to survive and heal.

Give today at https://heartforthepersecuted.org/donate/

12/02/2025

Today, the world celebrates generosity, but for thousands of vulnerable Christians, it's a critical moment of profound need.

In Nigeria, children are waking up as orphans, their parents martyred for their faith. In Bethlehem, Christian families face destitution and economic collapse. They have lost everything—except their unbreakable hope in Christ.

Our urgent mission: to deliver food, shelter, and guidance to these believers.

GOOD NEWS: We are DOUBLING all gifts this !

Your immediate impact:

$30 = One month of care for an orphan.

$100 = Safe shelter for ten newly orphaned children.

$400 = Support for five struggling Christian families in Bethlehem.

Be their strength. Give them hope. Click below to have your donation matched! https://heartforthepersecuted.org/donate/

09/11/2025

September 11th, 2001. We will never forget.

Check out this post from Religious Freedom Coalition documenting William J. Murray's account of his experiences that day 24 years ago and his reflections on the first anniversary.

https://religiousfreedomcoalition.org/2025/09/10/remembering-9-11-4/

#911

08/12/2025

This award is such an honor! But our work in Nigeria is not done. Thanks to your continued support, our Nigeria ministry is serving more children now more than ever. Learn more here:

Our Heart for the Persecuted Church ministry has been honored with the "Piller of Support Award" from Mangu Skills Connect, a free school for underprivileged children and adults in Plateau State, Nigeria.

07/25/2025

Our hearts are heavy with the escalating violence against Christians in Nigeria. The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) just reiterated on June 18, 2025, that Nigeria MUST be designated a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) for religious freedom.

President Trump, in his first term, did designate Nigeria as a CPC, defying the "Deep State." Now, we're urging him to do it again!

We've already sent 10,000-15,000 postcards to President Trump asking him to add Nigeria to the CPC list. Last month, we mailed another 20,000 letters to Christian activists with postcards for them to send.

We need to double our efforts! We urgently need funds to mail another 25,000+ letters to activists. Please consider designating part of your contribution this month to help us send more postcards and amplify our voice!

Please join us in prayer that our postcards will influence President Trump and his staff to act decisively and place Nigeria on the CPC list.

http://heartforthepersecuted.org/donate/