Courtesty of Elam Ministries, we’re thrilled to share with you an exciting development in the case of Maryam and Marzieh.

Yesterday morning (Oct. 7), the two women were unexpectedly taken to appear before the court. They faced three charges:

1. Anti-state activities

2. Propogation of the Christian faith

3. Apostasy

A new judge presided over their case, and unlike the judges they had seen before, he was sympathetic. He acquitted the women from the first charge of anti-state activities. This rarely happens in such a case. Maryam and Marzieh are relieved, and their lawyer is very pleased.

As a result of the acquittal, their case has been transferred from the revolutionary court to the general court, where their other two charges will be considered.

Additionally, we have just spoken to one of our contacts in DC who confirmed that things were moving in the right direction and that the awareness raised through this site and by others around the world is making a difference.

Please pray specifically that the girls are released next week and that their story can be used as a bridge-builder between Christians and Muslims around the world.