The news: A violent mob disrupted a Christian prayer convention in West Bengal, injuring six people, according to Catholic Connect. The attack, reportedly carried out by a right-wing organization, was framed around allegations of forcible conversion — a charge frequently used to target Christian gatherings across India.
Why it matters for church leaders: Incidents like this are a sobering reminder that prayer meetings and conventions — especially in rural and semi-urban areas — can attract hostility with little warning. Church leaders planning any public gathering need to have a safety protocol in place, maintain local police communication, and document all incidents carefully for legal follow-up.
The takeaway: Before your next convention or prayer event, brief your team on emergency response steps and inform the local police station as a precautionary measure.
Source: Catholic Connect
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