Pastors under fire in Cuba
by Staff
February 17, 2010
(christiansunite.com) - Pastor Omar Gude Perez, a Cuban pastor who was
sentenced to six years in prison on false accusations of illicit
economic activity, falsification of documents and human trafficking in
2009, has been denied the right to appeal by the Supreme Tribunal in Havana.
Pastor Omar's wife stated that the court's decision confirmed her belief
that his arrest and imprisonment was orchestrated at the highest levels
of government.
Pastor Mario Alvarez, another Cuban pastor who has been under intense
pressure from authorities in recent years (see
www.persecution.net/cu-2009-08-26.htm), has appealed to the Supreme
Tribunal to prevent what he believes is the illegal confiscation of his
home.
At least 30 other church leaders from the same network as Pastor Mario
and Pastor Omar were arrested and detained in various parts of the
country during 2009 and authorities have reportedly threatened to
confiscate several of their homes. (Source: Christian Solidarity Worldwide)
Ask God to give enduring strength and peace to Pastor Omar in prison.
Pray for guidance for Pastor Mario as he boldly stands up for
recognition of his religious rights. Pray that the Church in Cuba will
continue to reach out with the news of God's grace, despite the
opposition from the government. You can show your support for believers
facing opposition in Cuba by posting a prayer on our Persecuted Church
Prayer Wall at www.persecution.net/prayerwall.
To find out more about suffering Christians in Cuba, go to
www.persecution.net/cuba.htm.
Pastors under fire in Cuba (18 February 2010)
http://news.christiansunite.com/Religion_News/religion09040.shtml
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