8th June, 2011

One of a series of images created by artist Lorna Buchanan as part of Christian Solidarity Worldwide's No Way Out campaign calling for Christians in Egypt "to be able to practise their faith freely, without fear of violence or discrimination".

The images will be on display at Methodist Central Hall in London on 11th June as part of the city's Pentecost Festival.

“The work is inspired directly from testimonies brought out of Egypt within the past 12 months," says Ms Buchanan.

"The outward bleakness of the drawings is coupled with the power and hope of their Christian faith. I have made these drawings with the intention of provoking reflection and discussion."

Ms Buchanan says that as she read the testimonies of Egypt's Christians, she was challenged by the depth of their faith in the face of "institutionalised persecution".

"It’s inspirational to see their faith in action and has been an honour to work on this project."

Andrew Johnston, CSW's advocacy director, says the organisations hopes visitors to the exhibition "are stirred to find out more about the injustices faced by Christian communities in Egypt and the Middle East, to reflect on their situation and remember them in their prayers.”

~ www.csw.org.uk