We are the Persian World
About the Persian World
The Persian world is a term used to describe the region of the world that was historically inhabited by the Persian people. This region includes the modern-day countries of Iran, Afghanistan and Tajikistan and parts of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.
The Persian world has a long and rich history, dating back to the 3rd millennium BCE. The Persians were the first people to unite the Middle East under a single empire, and they were also the first to introduce emerging technologies and ideas that would later be adopted by other cultures.
God is at work
For many years, persecution threatened to wipe out Iran’s tiny church. Instead, the thriving Irani church has become the fastest growing in the world, and is enduring despite persecution.
In Afghanistan, the Taliban is attempting to eradicate Christianity. Instead, although many fled the country, there have been encouraging signs of church growth across the nation.
And in tiny Tajikistan, a secular Muslim government attempts to control religious expression. Yet, local believers are making disciples and new house churches are growing.
What we Believe
We are challenged by the fact that the most basic opportunities to hear the Gospel story are unavailable to most. And so many face incredible daily life challenges too. We believe that Jesus, as the light of this world, wants to bring light and hope into challenging situations that many people face each and every day.
About our Team
As practitioners, pastors, and members of Vineyard churches around the world, we aim to share God’s love for the Persian region with as many as possible. We hope the stories and content on this site will inspire you to pray with us for the millions of Afghan, Irani, Tajik, Hazara, Pashtun, Uzbek and other ethnic groups.
May God’s kingdom will come and His will be done among them.
– The Vineyard Persian Partnership Team
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