https://www.mnnonline.org/news/pastors-travel-across-iran-to-encourage-believers-with-hope-and-aid/
"Lana Silk of Transform Iran says the reality of persecution keeps many Christians separated, often gathering only in small groups or having little contact with other believers. “It’s been really isolating for the believers,” she adds.
To help meet both spiritual and physical needs, pastors travel to visit believers and bring practical assistance. Economic pressures have made daily life increasingly difficult for many families..''