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Iran, where fear is a daily reality
March 28, 2026
For the people of Iran, war is no longer a distant threat; it has become a daily reality. Behind the headlines, it is ordinary families who are paying the price. > READ MORE
Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has been killed
March 3, 2026
Iranians have suffered for 37 years under Khamenei's leadership. During all those years, he has been responsible for executions, arrests, and sowing hatred among the people against America and Israel. > READ MORE
Solidarity with Iran – Munich
February 14, 2026
Today, a massive and impressive gathering took place inMunich (Germany), where300,000 peopleprotested against the Iranian regime and expressed their support for the Iranian people who are rising up against oppression and violence. Iranians from all over Europe and beyond flocked to Munich. > READ MORE
United with Iran!
February 4, 2026
Recently, we have been receiving more and more reports from Iran that touch our hearts. We see images of unrest, protests, uncertainty, and a growing threat of violence and war. Behind these reports are not numbers or news items, but people. Fathers, mothers, young people, children. People like us. > READ MORE
Between hope and oppression: a prayer for Iran!
January 24, 2026
After weeks of mass unrest, the protests in Iran have not disappeared, but are under severe pressure. The regime's crackdown and large-scale internet blockade have greatly reduced the visibility of the demonstrations. > READ MORE
Iran, a people who yearn for freedom and justice!
January 14, 2026
Internet and telephone services have been shut down across the country, journalists are being barred from entering Iran in order to silence the country and shield the reality from the outside world. In the silence, the regime has now killed12,000of its own citizens. > READ MORE
Iran in revolt: the largest protests to date.
January 9, 2026
Iran is experiencing its largest wave of protests to date. People are taking to the streets en masse in more than 200 cities and towns. The protests have been going on for two weeks now and at least 34 people have lost their lives. Behind these figures are families living in fear and uncertainty. > READ MORE
Hope amid uncertainty in Iran!
January 2, 2026
Iran is currently experiencing a period of significant social unrest. Economic pressure, high inflation, unemployment, and limited freedoms are causing tensions and recurring protests. At the same time, many Iranians are experiencing uncertainty and fatigue, but also a growing openness to hope. > READ MORE
From persecutor to church planter.
December 2025 (Christmas)
One of the most disturbing realities for Christians in Iran, especially during the Christmas season, is the constant threat of arrest by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). Every year, the IRGC imprisons thousands of people, who are tortured for alleged violations of Sharia law. > READ MORE
A New Hope for Iran in 2026
December 2025
Our vision for 2026 is clear: to bring a revival among Iran's next generation. Young people across the country long for hope, love and truth. They seek something that gives real life, but. > READ MORE
Worship evening with Gilbert Hovsepian
November 2025
Gilbert was only seventeen years old when his father, Pastor Haik Hovsepian, was kidnapped, tortured and murdered. That evening, Gilbert shared, how he managed to forgive his father's killers. > READ MORE
The Gospel cannot be stopped!
October 2025
Evangelism in Iran is strictly forbidden. House churches are persecuted by the government and Christians of Muslim background are in mortal danger. Unlike Iran, we in the Netherlands can share the gospel freely. > READ MORE
Pressure on Iranian Christians in Turkey
September 2025
Iranian converted Christians have been arrested in Turkey and threatened with deportation to Iran. Heavy persecution and great danger await them there. Turkish authorities consider them a threat to national security and fear they would influence Turkish Muslims. > READ MORE
Conference The Future of the Iranian Church
August 2025
From July 18-20, we gathered in Hoogeloon, the Netherlands, for the Conference Leaders of Tomorrow: The Future of the Iranian Church. What a blessed time it was! For three days the disciples, ministers and deacons of Seven Ministries were built up in faith. > READ MORE
How Iranians react to the ceasefire?
July 2025
This may really surprise you: While the world sees the current ceasefire between Israel and Iran as good news, Christians in Iran experience it very differently. For them, it is anything but good news. But why? > READ MORE
Unrest in the Middle East ( Iran and Israel )
June 2025
Since last Friday (June 13-2025), war has broken out in the Middle East between Iran and Israel. From Seven Ministries, we want to keep you informed of possible developments during this critical time and invite you to join us in prayer for both Iran and Israel. > READ MORE
Join Seven Ministries at Revival!
May 2025
Seven Ministries is committed to teaching these new believers and helping them root their faith more deeply in the Word of God. We guide them intensively and prepare them to establish new house churches in their area. > READ MORE
Easter: Over 700 Iranians celebrated Easter in Zwolle
May 2025
During the Easter meeting, there was singing, listening to the Word and prayers for many attendees. Wonderful things happened, including four people coming to faith. > READ MORE
Baptism service: an exceptional moment for Iranians
April 2025
We are extremely grateful that in the Netherlands we have the freedom to baptize people who come to faith. For Iranians, this is an exceptional moment, as many have to travel abroad to be baptized. > READ MORE
Nowruz: A Time of Renewal and Evangelization
March 2025
Nowrus is a wonderful opportunity to share the Gospel, tell personal testimonies of faith and transformation, and bring joy and love into Iranian homes during this special holiday. > READ MORE
Women in Iran: Struggle for Freedom and Equality
February 2025
Women in Iran face great difficulties and restrictions on a daily basis. In a country where women's rights are severely suppressed, they often fight for freedom, equality and respect. > READ MORE
Iran is ranked No. 9 in the Rankings of Christian Persecution!
January 2025
Iran remains among the top 10 countries where Christians face the most severe persecution. It is forbidden for Iranians to convert to Christianity, as it is assumed that all Iranians are born Muslim, and converting Muslims is punishable. > READ MORE
Christmas in Iran?
December 2024
"Secret Christmas" in Iran is a term that refers to how Christmas is celebrated by some Christians in Iran, often in a discreet manner due to strict Islamic law and social pressures in the country. > READ MORE
The Great Revival of Iran!
November 2024
On November 10, we were able to baptize 21 Iranian people in Eindhoven! All the baptized (men and women) had a Muslim background because they came from Iran, but they were converted to Christ. > READ MORE
Coming to Christ through the Qur'an
October 2024
Throughout the Muslim world, God uses visions, miracles, movies and even stories about Jesus from the holy book of Islam to lead people to a saving knowledge of Him. > READ MORE
True freedom is found with God!
September 2024
In spetember a joint evangelism campaign was organized in Eindhoven by several churches under the title 'Christ for Eindhoven'. As Seven Ministries Ontmoetingskerk we also participated. > READ MORE
The Lord wants to enter your heart
August 2024
We will now share a story of Sila, a Seven Ministries board member, pastor, pastor and wife of Mohssen Shekaripour. > READ MORE
Iran hosts world's fastest growing churches
July 2024
Behat's transformation was profound. The joy and peace she found in Christ were contagious. She began sharing her story with others, her passion for the gospel igniting a spark in those around her. > READ MORE
The 7th Anniversary of the Seven Ministries Foundation
June 2024
On June 23, 2024, we celebrated the 7th anniversary of the founding of the Seven Ministries Foundation in Rotterdam. In these seven years, God has performed great miracles through this foundation. > READ MORE