Faith Leaders Take a Stand for Freedom on International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church

Spotlighting Turmoil that Believers Face Worldwide and Calling for Prayerful Unity and Action to Combat Christian Persecution

At a time when Christian persecution is steadily increasing, many in the Western world are turning a blind eye to the suffering. However, there are willing individuals ready to fight for those encountering ongoing violence. These Christian servants are working tirelessly to bring awareness, to share the plights of the persecuted, and to call for action in addressing this humanitarian crisis.

Eden Gordon Media together with The Washington Policy Institute,  with the National Religious Broadcasters, Carrie Sheffield,andThe Washington Times, will host a panel featuring Brad Brandon, Virginia Prodan, Dr. Pamela Pyle, Judd Saul, and Kerry Hasenbalg, to be moderated by Cheryl Chumley, on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, at The Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C.

The panelists will address the growing persecution threat to Christians all over the world and focus on steps to remedy these ongoing hazards. is proud to spotlight and amplify the voices of courageous global faith leaders who are advancing the mission of the Gospel in some of the world’s most challenging and dangerous regions.

These modern-day visionaries are not only standing firm in the face of intense persecution, but they are actively working to bring hope to communities under threat. Their commitment transcends borders – creating a ripple effect that reaches the farthest corners of the globe. Through strategic media engagement and partnerships, Eden Gordon Media seeks to elevate these stories, inform global audiences, and inspire meaningful action on behalf of the persecuted Church.

The Washington Policy Institute encourages, equips, and empowers journalists and student journalists to discover, describe, and document issues and events affecting freedom, faith, and family, enabling individuals to make informed decisions about their community, nation, and world.

The National Religious Broadcasters is a nonpartisan, international association of Christian communicators whose member organizations represent millions of listeners, viewers, and readers.

Panelists

• Cheryl Chumley, Online Opinion Editor, Commentary Writer and Podcast Host
• Brad Brandon, CEO and Founder of Across Nigeria
• Virginia Prodan, Author and International Human Rights Attorney
• Kerry Hasenblag, Speaker and author
• Dr. Pamela Pyle, Bestselling Author & Speaker
• Troy A. Miller, President and CEO of National Religious Broadcasters (NRB)

Location

The Museum of the Bible
400 4th St SW
Washington, DC 20024