Christians in Iraq: the crisis continues

"Iraqi Bishop: Americans need to know there is a Christian presence in Iraq"

Yes, yes we do, and to be reminded again and again.

(HT: Fr. Theodosius and Vladyka Symeon)

Another Christian Clergymember kidnapped in Iraq

This time, it is Chaldean Catholic Archbishop Paulos Faraj Rahho of Mosul. Two bodyguards were killed. Let us pray for the bishop's safe release and for the repose of the bodyguards. The kidnapping and/or killing of indigenous Christian clergy happens pretty frequently in Iraq:

Chaldean Bishop kidnapped, Bodyguards killed

"At the Mercy of Terror"

"Holy New Martyrs of Iraq, pray for us and for justice and peace in the world, especially your homeland!"