Is it safe to be Christian in Turkey? | EWTN News In Depth
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Gunmen attacked Santa Maria Catholic Church in Istanbul, resulting in one death and several injuries, while another church nearby continued Mass unaware of the tragedy, reflecting the challenges faced by Christians in Turkey amidst government tolerance and historical significance of Christianity in the region.
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- Gunmen attacked Santa Maria Catholic Church in Istanbul, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by Christians in Turkey.
- The history of Christianity in Turkey, dating back to the Roman Empire and flourishing during the Byzantine era, reflects a complex narrative of religious coexistence and conflict that continues to shape the experiences of Christians in the region today.
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Recent questions
What happened at Santa Maria Catholic Church in Istanbul?
Gunmen attacked, killing one and injuring others.
Who claimed responsibility for the attack in Istanbul?
ISIS claimed responsibility, initially thought to be a targeted killing.
How does daily life for Christians in Turkey appear?
Challenging and sometimes dangerous.
What historical significance does Christianity hold in Turkey?
Deep history dating back to the Roman Empire.
How do missionaries face challenges in Turkey?
Restrictions on public evangelism, leading to deportation.
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"Christian Persecution in Turkey: A History"
- On January 28, 2024, gunmen attacked Santa Maria Catholic Church in Istanbul, killing one person and injuring several others.
- Simultaneously, another church 20 minutes away was filming the bishop of Istanbul celebrating Mass, unaware of the nearby tragedy.
- The bishop, in shock, revealed that a faithful member was killed during the Mass.
- Despite government tolerance, daily life for Christians in Turkey is challenging and sometimes dangerous.
- The terrorist organization ISIS claimed responsibility for the attack, although police initially stated it was a targeted killing.
- Christianity has a deep history in Turkey, dating back to the Roman Empire, with sites like the House of Mary near Ephesus.
- Over the centuries, Christianity flourished in Turkey, especially during the Byzantine Empire, but declined with the rise of Islam.
- The current Archbishop of Izmir, Father Martin Kimek, acknowledges the challenges faced by the small Christian community in Turkey.
- Despite restrictions on public evangelism, missionaries like David Beal have faced deportation for spreading the Christian message in Turkey.
