In Latin America, the illegal activities of drug gangs are endangered by churches who deter people from criminality. This can lead to opposition against Christians and may explain this latest incident in Venezuela. Opposition and threats emerged in weeks leading to attack The four men were in the house when eight hooded men broke in and began hurling curses at them. The group destroyed the house, scarred the men with Xs and forced them to eat pages from the Bible. “The criminals covered our faces and started to beat and stab us,” one of the victims reports. Full Text -> OPenDoors

The Maduro regime charged against two of the most effective Venezuelan NGOs, helping the most vulnerable people, Alimenta la Solidaridad and Caracas Mi Convive. This is how it feels in the communities that need their help every day. By Guillermo Sardi. Full Text -> CaracasChronicles