India: Dr. Sam Thomas was just arrested by a dozen men claiming to be police officers.

I received this information from their ministry.

Michael Glenn, Executive Director of Hopegivers International, called upon Christians around the world to pray and work for Dr. Thomas' safety. He also said that letters of protest to Indian government leaders are very effective and that contributions are also needed to the emergency Legal Defense Fund that the faith-based charity has established.

"We need to pray and work for the release of Dr. Samuel, the other Indian staff and the children in Kota," he said.

Meanwhile local anti-Christian hate groups continue the 25th day of siege against the 2,500 orphans and abandoned children protected at the Emmanuel Hope Home in Kota, Rajasthan. The orphanage is supported by Hopegivers International based in Columbus, Georgia as well as donations from the Indian churches and general public.