Many have been following the story of Saeed, the Idaho Pastor imprisoned in Iran because of his faith in Jesus Christ. Pastor Saeed is an AMERICAN CITIZEN who visited Tehran, Iran on July 28th 2012 to visit family and to help build orphanages.
Saeed was arrested and sent to Evin Prison, considered one of the most brutal prison's in that region. He was beaten and left bleeding in solitary confinement. They denied him any visitation rights and denied him the medical attention he needed. Naghmeh Abedini, Saeed's wife has traveled the world on her husband's behalf. Because of her courage, many know the great pastors story and are writing letters and praying for his release. The American government has been strangely silent about this case. In fact, it took our President over a year to mention the Abedini case publicly. Finally, in late September 2013, Obama called for Pastor Saeed's release from Evin Prison.
Part of our honor and pleasure as Christians is to stand together as brothers and sisters in Christ. The church family is undeniably one of the greatest supporters of both its members and also important community programs that keep our children safe and our hungry fed. Therefore, when one of our family members is wrongfully imprisoned and persecuted for their personal belief, we stand up.
This week Pastor Saeed has been moved to another prison, even more dangerous than Evin. His life is in immediate danger. The next 24-48 hours will be critical. Our family dedicated this week: Mon-Wed in prayer and fasting for the Abedini Family. We MUST all stand together and use our voices to speak up against this horror of injustice.
Please join us and call 1-877-989-2255 or go to ACLJ.org and sign the petition to put more pressure on our government to step in on Saeed Abedini's behalf. Even if you are not a Christian. This could be your father, husband or brother.
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