The Church of Abundance in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, issued a public letter on 17th October stating that 2 pastors and another believer have been in custody for 60 days. And since then, they have not been heard from.
On 17th August, Pastor Lian Changnian was detained on charges of alleged fraud. He was placed under “residential surveillance” along with Pastor Lian Xuliang and sister Fu Juan. “Residential surveillance” is supposed to be a form of detention in which an individual is confined in their own residence. However, family members of these 3 believers have no idea where these believers are currently being held. Sister Fu’s husband did not even receive an official notice of her arrest.
Pray that the Lord will strengthen these believers and help them to endure their time in detention. Pray that they will continue to hope in the Lord and remain firm in their faith. Pray that they will be released unharmed and be reunited with their loved ones soon. Pray that their family members will be filled with the Lord’s reassuring peace and comfort during this difficult time.
(Source & Photo : VOMC)
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