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One of the graduates, trained in welding and metal fabrication, said, &ldquo;Since I converted to Christianity, Muslims have been mocking me and belittling me for forsaking family and its benefits. Thank you so much for equipping us.&rdquo;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.persecution.com\/globalprayerguide\/uganda\/?_source_code=WBPGGPG20B\">Click here<\/a> to find out about Christian persecution in Uganda and learn how to pray.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.icommittopray.com\/request\/2452\/christian-converts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Post a prayer for Christian converts on iCommitToPray.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Muslims who trust in Christ often face severe consequences. They can be rejected by their families, lose jobs and homes, and even be killed. 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