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Pastor Told to Get Out
April 20th, 2010 | Comments Off
SIKKIM, INDIA (ANS) — A Gospel for Asia-supported missionary has been given notice that he must leave his mission field in Sikkim, India. Santua Barman, who serves as pastor of a small church, received the threat from a local anti-Christian group. They gave him 10 days to move away with his family members. In spite of the threats, Santua plans to stay in the village and continue ministering to the people. He filed a police complaint against the group that is making the threats against him. The courts are trying to resolve the matter, but the group’s leaders have so far refused to show up for their court dates. Santua asks for prayer that he will be strong and continue to trust Jesus Christ in the situation. “I know that only Jesus can solve … Read entire article »
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