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Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly  Prayer Service for Aid Workers in Afghanistan

A prayer service is held at the home church of two aid workers detained in Afghanistan. Details

 

Program: Religion & Ethics NewsWeekly

Episode: Prayer Service for Aid Workers in Afghanistan

Two American aid workers in Afghanistan, 29-year-old Dayna Curry and 24-year-old Heather Mercer, were arrested by security officials and accused of preaching Christianity, which is strictly forbidden by the Taliban. They, along with six other foreigners and sixteen afghans, were detained, and their trial is proceeding.

Duration: (4:01)
Premiere Date: 10/05/2001
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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