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 ›
Pastor Saeed
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 ›
Interview with Naghmeh Abedini: Free From All Fear
Naghmeh Abedini and her children suffer greatly in persecution as her husband serves an 8 year prison sentence in Iran for his faith in Jesus Christ. Nobody enjoys suffering, but Naghmeh says suffering has brought her closer to Jesus. “Any… 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 ›
Unbelievable! Obama Administration Threatens to Veto Measure Requiring Pastor Saeed’s Freedom
I have refrained from commenting much about Obama’s promise to Pastor Saeed’s children and wife concerning his release. He promised them in a recent visit to Idaho that he would do all he could to secure Pastor Saeed’s release…. 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 ›
Praising God In The Darkness
Oh this touched my heart so much. Eyes swelled with tears I realized this was a message from God. Oh how selfish we are. With all the suffering in the world, the plagues, the fear, the slaughter, the imprisonment of… Read More ›
What??? Cameron, Rouhani Hold First Meeting Since 1979
Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; My comment: Why would western leaders of Christian nations want to… 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 ›
Prayers Needed Pastor Saeed Abedini Facing New Death Threats from ISIS Terrorists
The American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ), which is working to secure the release of American Pastor Saeed Abedini from an Iranian prison, said today Pastor Saeed is now facing new death threats from ISIS terrorists who are being… 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 ›
Khamenei Pardons 920 Prisoners
My Comment: This is developing, nothing yet about who these prisoners are. Nothing about Pastor Saeed. Pray for his release. It still defies the imagination that Pastor Saeed’s release wasn’t made a pre-condition for talks with Iran. Why are… 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 ›
Social Media Blitz Campaign to help #FREESAEED
Pastor Alan Hawkins, of Albuquerque’s New Life City Church is organizing a social media event to bring awareness and attention on Pastor Saeed Abedini, an American citizen, that has been imprisoned in Iran for over a year for the crime… Read More ›
Pastor Saeed Alive! Now Being Held in Deadly Iranian Prison- Iranian Family Allowed Visitation
For the first time since he was abruptly transferred from Evin Prison to Rajai Shahr Prison earlier this month, American Pastor Saeed Abedini was allowed visitation with his Iranian family. This is a positive sign that international pressure continues to… Read More ›
The Church at Large Has a Responsibility to Pastor Saeed
It is far too easy for American Christians to hear of the imprisonment and brutal treatment of Pastor Saeed Abedini in Iran and just be complacent about it. After all, we are not being imprisoned for our faith, and shouldn’t… Read More ›
Pastor Saeed Denied his Medication
Pastor Saeed’s father tried to visit his son at Rajai Shahr prison, located in Karaj, Iran, only to be turned away by prison officials. Saeed’s father had brought with him some of Saeed’s personal belongings, blankets to keep him warm, and… Read More ›
URGENT UPDATE: American Pastor Saeed- LIFE IN DANGER! – President Obama Must Step In To #SaveSaeed
There’s been a very troubling development in the case of American Pastor Saeed Abedini, a U.S. citizen imprisoned in Iran because of his Christian faith. The ACLJ has confirmed through Pastor Saeed’s family members in Iran that he has been… Read More ›
Time for Iran to Act – Time to Release Pastor Saeed
The Iranian family members of American Pastor Saeed Abedini were able to once again visit him in Evin prison yesterday. Pastor Saeed’s health appeared to be improved. The 33-year-old U.S. citizen is serving an eight-year sentence for his Christian faith… Read More ›
Join The New Campaign For The Release Of Pastor Saeed Abedini! Help SAVE A LIFE!
The CBLJ (ACLJ office in Brazil) came up with a new public advocacy campaign that is very simple and effective. Christian leaders, leaders from the government, and people from all over the world take a picture holding a sign saying SAVE… Read More ›