Story number 4 for 18 Jun 2001

(India)–Next, the arson of a Hindu temple is being blamed on Christians in Orissa State. According to Voice of the Martyrs, there are about 100 Christian families living in Funda, the village where the fire occurred. Several of the families have fled the area due to an increased threat of violence by Hindu mobs. VOM is trying to arrange a safe place for the escaped Christians and a way to help others still in danger. Please pray for him and for the safety of the Christians in Funda and the surrounding region.