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Reviving the Ancient Church. Defending the Forgotten Faithful.
A nonprofit movement dedicated to protecting and empowering persecuted Christian communities across the Near East.
Our Mission Statement
Near East Christians (N.E.C.) exists to defend, empower, and revive the Christian presence in the biblical heartland of the Middle East. We serve persecuted believers through strategic advocacy, humanitarian relief, and cultural restoration. As the ancient Church faces extinction, N.E.C. stands to ensure it not only survives—but rises again with dignity, unity, and global support.
What We’re Building
Advocacy & Policy Engagement
We champion the rights of Near East Christians by influencing policies, raising global awareness, and mobilizing coalitions that protect religious freedom and human dignity.
Humanitarian Aid & Refugee Support
We serve persecuted and displaced Christians with emergency relief, refugee support, and long-term resettlement strategies that restore stability and hope.
Cultural Preservation & Empowerment
We protect ancient Christian heritage, support biblical education, and empower local artisans and entrepreneurs to rebuild thriving, faith-centered communities.
The Levant Program
Our signature initiative unites diaspora Christians, partners, and faith-based organizations to strategically secure the future of Christianity in its biblical homeland.
Message from the Founder
I was born a devout Sunni Muslim in Lebanon, but after encountering Christ in 2016, I was forced to flee my homeland. Today, as a convert, refugee, and Christian leader, I’ve founded Near East Christians (N.E.C.) organization to give voice to the persecuted Church I came from. Near East Christians is more than an organization—it’s a mission to protect what remains, and to rebuild what was lost.
— Mark Issa, Founder & Director
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Called to connect?
If the mission of Near East Christians (N.E.C.) organization stirs your heart, we invite you to reach out. Whether you’re a Christian believer, pastor, partner, or advocate—we’d love to hear how God is leading you to stand with the persecuted Church.
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