Don’t Believe Everything You read, Even From Sites Labeled Christian We have all heard the warnings not to believe everything you read in the news or on line. But I have never seen the sensational push for readers, leaving out… Read More ›
Saeed Abedini
Church Body Shares Christmas Messages with Persecuted Pastor Imprisoned in Iran (Dec. 12, 2015)
(Voice of the Persecuted) Christmas messages, prayers and outpouring of Christian love for our persecuted brother, Saeed Abedini imprisoned in Iran for his faith in Christ. In the weeks to come, we will continue to post these beautiful messages and encourage… Read More ›
Love, Prayers and Christmas Messages for imprisoned Pastor Saeed
(Voice of the Persecuted) Christmas messages, prayers and outpouring of Christian love for our persecuted brother, Saeed Abedini imprisoned in Iran for his faith in Christ. In the weeks to come, we will continue to post these beautiful messages and encourage… Read More ›
Truth Or Defamation: Naghmeh Abedini Innocent Or In Need Of Help?
I have had a spirit of advocacy my entire life. As a child I was frequently defending the defenseless, those who society looked down on. And it has grown. I will be an advocate and voice for those who can’t… Read More ›
Now, More Than Ever, Pray For Pastor Saeed Abedini Imprisoned In Iran
(Voice of the Persecuted) In light of allegations made public by a Christian News agency, we at Voice of the Persecuted want to inform you that we still stand with our brother, American Pastor Saeed Abedini who, in one of… Read More ›
IMPORTANT UPDATE ON PASTOR SAEED – PRAY!
After two months of not having any visitations, Saeed finally had a visitation by a family member in prison today. The visit was bittersweet. The loss of his dear Grandma in the last few weeks and not being able to… Read More ›
Message From Prison – Saeed Abedini
June 24, 2015—Pastor Saeed Abedini was able to get a message to all those concerned and praying for him. He wants us to know that for 1000 days he has experienced utter darkness and has died, yet for 1001, he… Read More ›
Pastor Saeed Urgently Needs Our Help Now!
A supporter of the Abedini family, Joann Mizutani came up with an idea to duplicate the actions taken for Meriam Ibrahim for American Pastor Saeed Abedini. Next week is the final full week prior to the June 30th deadline for the current nuclear negotiations with Iran…. Read More ›
American Pastor Saeed Abedini Attacked & Beaten by Fellow Prisoners
(ACLJ) Wednesday of last week, fellow prisoners viciously beat American Pastor Saeed Abedini in prison. Unprovoked, fellow prisoners attacked Pastor Saeed as he attempted to leave his cell, punching him in the face near his left eye and nose. In… Read More ›
Family Members will Plead with Congress for Release of Americans Held Hostage in Iran #SaveSaeed #?FreeAll4?
(Voice of the Persecuted) The wife of American pastor, Saeed Abedini who is imprisoned in Iran because of his Christian beliefs, is traveling to Washington DC to speak before Congress. The House Foreign Affairs Committee will be examining the imprisonment of three American hostages in… Read More ›
U.S. Senate unanimously votes in favor of a resolution to secure the release of Americans in Iran
The American government should not be rewarding Iran for it’s human rights abuses. The U.S. Senate sent a strong message to Iran and the Obama Administration this afternoon by unanimously voting in favor of a resolution calling on the Obama… Read More ›
Saeed Abedini Persecuted in Iran Writes Letter to America, Repent and Pray
(Voice of the Persecuted) Wrongfully imprisoned in Iran for his Christian faith, American Pastor Saeed Abedini calls on US Christians to pray with him for revival on The National Day of Prayer, Thursday May 7th. His birthday also falls on… Read More ›
Let’s Be Heard – #SaveSaeed
. Let’s Be Heard! Sign the new petition to #SaveSaeed Join with 199,535 others. American Pastor Saeed is facing renewed torment and hostility in an Iranian prison: daily threats, increased pain, and demands he recant his Christian faith. As the… Read More ›
Pastor Saeed’s Wife, Naghmeh Abedini writes Open Letter to President Obama
(Voice of the Persecuted) This morning, I could not hold back the tears as I recall the roller coaster ride of emotions the Abedini family has been on since Pastor Saeed’s arrest for his Christian faith in 2012 by the Iranian… Read More ›
Imprisoned Pastor’s wife speaks on Fox News of US/Iran Nuclear talks, Saeed’s health and trusting God for his release from notorious Iranian prison
The next few days are crucial and Naghmeh Abedini is asking for your prayers. Negotiations with Iran still continue today. I am hoping that our government is pressuring Iran for the release of Saeed, but ultimately my hope is not in any… Read More ›
Another Missed Birthday for Pastor Saeed
In a recent meeting with his family, Jacob Abedini, Saeed’s son pleaded with President Obama to bring his father home for by his birthday. But yesterday, he celebrated his 7th birthday without his ‘Daddy’ by his side. Please speak out… Read More ›
Thirty days to November 24 deadline for P5+1, Iran to reach final nuke deal. Can you #Pray2Minutes?
These next 30 days are very critical as there are indications that a deal might be reached between Iran, US, and the P5+1 which might include the fate of Saeed and other Americans being held in Iran. Would you please… Read More ›
U.N. Condemns American Pastor Saeed’s “Arbitrary” Imprisonment as We Urge his Release
The United Nations Human Rights Council Working Group on Arbitrary Detention this week released a 6-page report condemning the “arbitrary” and illegal detention of American Pastor Saeed Abedini and urging his immediate “release.” The report details how Pastor Saeed was… Read More ›
U.S. Prayer Conference Call Joins Prayer Vigil For Pastor Saeed Abedini on Sept. 26th
Persecution Watch, a national prayer conference call who pray specifically for the persecuted church—will join global prayer vigils being held for Pastor Saeed Abedini on the night of September 26th. For the past 5 years, Blaine Scogin has led this national network… Read More ›
Secretary Kerry Makes Impassioned Plea For American Pastor Saeed’s Release
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry issued an impassioned plea for the release of several Americans imprisoned in Iran including American Pastor Saeed Abedini. His statement focused on the immense hardship faced by Pastor Saeed’s family in his… Read More ›
2nd Annual Global Prayer Vigil for Saeed Abedini Planned for September 26th
Last year, on the day after Prayer Vigils were held globally for Pastor Saeed, President Obama mentioned him and other imprisoned Americans on a phone call with the Iranian President. What will happen this year if we pray again?… Read More ›
Testimonies: Inspired by faith of Pastor Saeed and his family
Voice of the Persecuted organization has started a new project to encourage the Abedini family. Brothers and sisters in Christ, Our sister, Naghmeh Abedini and her husband Saeed, suffer in the name of Christ because they’ve been asked. Willingly. The… Read More ›
Pastor Saeed Abedini: Beaten and Forcibly Removed From Hospital & Returned to Iranian Prison
After spending two months in an Iranian hospital, we learned today that Pastor Saeed Abedini was removed from the hospital and taken back to Rajai Shahr Prison. The transfer came without any advance notice and family members in Iran confirmed… Read More ›
Save Saeed: Your Voice Matters (BLITZ SOCIAL MEDIA on Wednesday March 19th) Read for more INFO
In this microwave world we want things and we want them now…and things we have to patiently toil for are often discarded or ignored. With the many concerns we all have, it’s easy to “grow weary in well doing”. We… Read More ›
For Such A Time As This #SaveSaeed
The last time Naghmeh Abedini dropped her husband Saeed off at Boise Airport, she had no hint of the agonizing trial that awaited them. On September 26, 2012, Saeed Abedini was imprisoned in Iran while working with the Iranian government… Read More ›
Write A Letter To Pastor Saeed Abedini Imprisoned In Iran For His Faith In Christ
American pastor Saeed Abedini, a U.S. citizen has been imprisoned in Iran for his Christian faith, since September 2012. Practically without representation, the Iranian government sentenced Pastor Saeed to eight years in prison after convicting him of “undermining” the government by spreading his religious beliefs. Saeed… Read More ›
American Pastor Saeed Abedini Moved to Political Prisoner Ward in Deadliest Prison in Iran – Health Concerns Grow
American Pastor Saeed Abedini, who has been wrongfully imprisoned in Iran for more than a year because of his Christian faith, has been moved from the murderer ward to the political prisoner ward in Rajai Shahr Prison. Make no mistake;… Read More ›
Send Pastor Saeed Abedini a Christmas Card. Tell him that he’s NOT FORGOTTEN!
INTERNATIONAL CAMPAIGN – CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR SAEED Over 400 Christmas cards are being sent to the notorious Rajaei-Shahr Prison in Iran for American Pastor Saeed Abedini. He has been tortured and wrongfully imprisoned by the Iranian government for his Christian… Read More ›
#FreeSaeed Join The Movement
I’m sure VOP will update us on this, but I wanted to take a minute to remind everyone that Pastor Saeed Abidini is still in Prison in Iran, and not only was he left out of the deal with Iran,… Read More ›
US Appeals to Iran to Release Captive Americans
My Comment: It appears that the voice of Christians and Americans have reached the white house. However this feeble attempt made to appease the people is just that, it’s shameful and embarrassing. In their zeal to push the world into… Read More ›