Is it safe to be Christian in Turkey?

Is it safe to be Christian in Turkey? | EWTN News In Depth

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A land that was once regarded as the cradle of Christianity, today has seen its numbers dwindle to just 0.2%. Modern-day Turkey is a vibrant country where east meets west in a kaleidoscope of cultures and ethnicities. However, over the centuries, Christianity has seen a steep decline, to the point where some Catholic bishops claim they are striving just to survive.
EWTN's Colm Flynn spent a week in Turkey to talk to some members of the Church to get an idea of the state of the Catholic Church in Turkey today.
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@selyyy234 14 күн бұрын

I am a Turkish orthodox, since we are a minority we are a very close-knit society, we have always been in peace and we continue to be in peace

@TurkAntuan

Im a Turkish Catholic in Ankara. Im praying for all of my brothers and sisters in Turkey and beyond.

@mgvilaca

May Turkish Christians stay safe and be a light to Muslims!

@marthaaroh-onuoha8496

May God’s abiding presence be with Christians in Turkey.

@user-ik4co9un6m

When I lost my girlfriend in Turkey 3 years ago, I was thinking of committing suicide. That night I dreamed of a golden cross in the sky. Later, I read the Bible in more detail and encountered people like me. Then I believed in Jesus Christ. May God protect all our Christian brothers and sisters. Amen.

@MishiRmz

I m pakistani Christian please remember pakistani Christiani in your prayers in christ ✝️ may God protect us Christians in Turkey 🇹🇷 God bless you 🙏

@mehmetyunak5305

I am a catholic christian in Turkey. I converted 2 years ago. but due to the current sittuations in turkey I am yet to be baptized. We as Christians in İzmir do have more freedom then Istanbul.

@chanteusesanders

Praying for our Catholic brothers and sisters in Turkey. May God's protection be upon you all!

@user-qd9bm5ul7i

God bless all of the Christians in Turkey. God protect all of the Christians in Turkey. I am an Orthodox Christian from America.

@cashmininger2503

Turkish Christian here, converted a year ago. I live in the United States. My parents and extended family (except my cousins) have stopped talking to me. Some of them even say im not welcomed at their funeral. I am praying for all of them, and hope to share the gospel with them some day....

@The_SeoulJourner

I'm not a catholic christian but I'm so grateful to see the gospel going forth even in the difficult places. I do believe the Lord is moving in Muslim countries. Since there is such a risk of persecution and alienation from friends and family, much of the converts are underground. There are many stories online about Muslims having dreams and visions of the Lord and come to Christ. Let's keep these souls in prayer, more to know him and divine protection to surround the faithful.