Broadcasting Hope. Discipling Believers. Igniting Revival.

This is Iran Alive Ministries.

Our Mission

Transforming Iran Into A Christian Nation –
One Soul At A Time

Our Vision

To advance the Christian movement in Iran through widespread evangelism, intentional disciple-making, and leadership development that strengthens the Church and extends its influence across Iran and beyond.

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Our Mission

Transforming Iran Into A Christian Nation – One Soul At A Time

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Our Vision

To advance the Christian movement in Iran through widespread evangelism, intentional disciple-making, and leadership development that strengthens the Church and extends its influence across Iran and beyond.

Where Faith
Comes at a Cost

In Iran, following Jesus isn’t simple. For many, it happens quietly – behind closed doors, in trusted circles, often at great risk.


For many Iranians, choosing Christianity could cost their livelihood.

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Believers gathered for an underground church meeting
Meeting underground.
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Church gathering is prohibited for Iranian believers in Iran.

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The Gospel opportunity in Iran
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92+ million people call Iran home, yet only about 2 million identify as Christians.

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A nation searching
for truth
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Millions have little or no access to the Bible.

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Believers risking extreme
persecution
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Iran is one of the most dangerous places to follow Jesus.

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A nation in need of hope
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Addiction, suicide, and despair are devastating lives and families in Iran.

Still, the Gospel is reaching beyond every barrier.

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God is at
Work in Iran

Iran is home to the fastest-growing church in the world.
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A Far-Reaching Impact

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Broadcasting the Gospel across Iran
and the Middle East.
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130
Million+

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Estimated people
reached.

7
Million

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Farsi-speaking Iranians
reached daily.

120,000+

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Individuals contacted us to share that our outreach led them to Christ.

100,000+

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Bibles smuggled and delivered to believers in Iran

6,800+

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Believers and
leaders equipped.
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Over the past two decades, Iranians have been
coming to Christ at an unprecedented rate.
Iran Alive Ministries
Iran Alive Ministries

"I will set my throne in Elam and destroy her king and officials," declares the Lord.

Elam is the ancient region that is now modern-day Iran. For more than two decades, this verse
has inspired the faith, vision, and perseverance behind the mission of Iran Alive Ministries.

- Jeremiah 49:38

25 Years of God’s Faithfulness

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Jan 2000 | Ministry Birth

International Antioch Ministries is officially launched (later renamed Iran Alive Ministries to better reflect our mission to reach Iran)

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Dec 2001 | First Broadcast

After 9/11 opened doors with secular channels, we began our first satellite broadcast to Iran, one hour weekly

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November 2002 | Persecution Intensifies

One of our first Bible distributors was martyred in Iran

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Mar 2003 | Underground Training Begins

First pastors’ conference in Turkey with 40 leaders selected from thousands of new believers, equipping them to start house churches

Early Iran Alive baptism gathering
Dr. Hormoz Shariat praying with a believer
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Jun 2007 | Church Network Expands

Underground church network grew to over 450 churches meeting in more than 100 Iranian cities

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Mar 2008 | Persecution Intensifies

30+ leaders arrested in Shiraz; 45 churches with 450+ members disappeared overnight; three leaders imprisoned 3-12 months

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Feb 2009 | Strategic Pivot

Adopted Church Planting Movement (CPM) model for enhanced security and more effective multiplication

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Jan 2012 | Shabakeh7 Launches

Started broadcasting on our new 24/7 channel “Network 7” from Dallas, expanding our reach significantly

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Jun 2013 | Global Media Church

Launched our online global church community to serve believers worldwide

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Aug 2013 | All Physical Churches Closed

Iranian government shut down all church buildings, making Iran Alive the primary church option for many believers

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Jan 2019 | Discipleship School Opens

Launched online training with three initial courses to equip believers for ministry (Ephesians 4:12)

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Mar 2022 | University 7 Expands

Grew our online school to over 40 courses with more than 900 enrolled students pursuing spiritual growth and training for ministry

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Jun 2024 | 100-Course Milestone

Passed 100 courses offered with over 4,500 online students actively training for ministry

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Jan 2025 | Bold Vision Launched

Started "From Crisis to Christ" campaign with audacious goal: one million Muslims to Christ within 10 years

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Sep 2025 | 120,000 Believers

Celebrated as 120,000 Iranian Muslims have come to Christ through Iran Alive Ministries — and counting

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Today | The Movement Continues

Millions are being reached, trained, and sent across Iran and beyond

Our Core 
Ministries

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Weekly Church Service

A live global gathering connecting Farsi-speaking believers through worship, teaching, prayer, and community.

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Discipleship Training

Equipping believers through the 4:12 School to share the Gospel and disciple others.

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Media Production

Creating Christ-centered content that equips believers through teaching, testimonies, discipleship, and worship.

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Leadership Academy

Developing leaders through practical training, biblical foundations, and ministry preparation.

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Underground Church

Strengthening and multiplying house churches where believers can gather, worship, and grow in faith when public church gatherings are not possible.

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Next Generation Ministries

Reaching the next generation through social media, leadership development, and spiritual formation—raising up young leaders who will shape the future of the Church in Iran.

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Humanitarian Relief

Providing practical support and care to families facing hardship and poverty.

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Follow Up & Prayer Ministry

Providing prayer, guidance, and personal connection to seekers and believers navigating faith under persecution.

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Bible Distribution

Distributing Bibles through underground networks, ensuring believers have access to God’s Word despite restrictions and scarcity.

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Trauma & Counseling

Providing Christ-centered care and healing for those facing hardship, persecution, and trauma.

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Praise & Worship School

Training worship leaders and musicians to lead others in authentic, Spirit-filled worship.

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Evangelism School

Training believers to share the Gospel boldly and reach others with the hope of Christ.

Dr. Hormoz
Shariat’s 
Story

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This ministry began with one life changed.

Imagine growing up in Iran, surrounded by the rich traditions and beliefs of a Muslim household. That was Dr. Shariat’s reality. But everything changed in 1980 when he made a life-altering decision to follow Jesus. Not long after, Dr. Shariat faced unimaginable loss. In the middle of grief, something deeper took root. A calling not just to believe, but to spend his life reaching others with the hope he had found.

What started as one man’s obedience has become a movement reaching millions.

Dr. Hormoz Shariat

Meet the Team

The Iran Alive leadership team

Our leadership team is made up of Muslim-background believers with powerful personal stories, many of whom live and serve inside Iran and have dedicated their lives to sharing the hope of Christ beyond borders.


Meet the people behind the mission.

Partnerships &
Recognition

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We are honored to partner with trusted voices helping advance the Kingdom around the world.
Dr. Hormoz Shariat receiving the 2024 NRB International Impact Award
National Religious
Broadcasters (NRB)
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Iran Alive Ministries received the 2024 International Impact Award from NRB and is a member of the National Religious Broadcasters, one of the largest Christian media associations in the world.

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Voice of the Martyrs
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Voice of the Martyrs has been a meaningful supporter of Iran Alive Ministries for decades, standing with the mission to strengthen believers and reach those facing persecution.

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Be Part of What
God Is Doing

You don’t have to be in Iran to make an impact. This is a historic moment. You can help shape what happens next.
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Pray

for believers courageously following Christ.

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Give

to help reach millions with the Gospel.

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Equip

the next generation of Iranian Christian leaders.

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Share

the story with your church and community.

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Partner

with us to expand the reach of the Gospel.

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Together, we can reach farther.
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