SANTA ANA, Jan. 3 -- The ECFA (Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability) announced today the accreditation of Open Doors International of Santa Ana, CA.

ECFA accreditation is based on the ECFA Seven Standards of Responsible StewardshipTM, including financial accountability, transparency, sound board governance and ethical fundraising. Open Doors International joins a growing number of Christ-centered churches and ministries across America, supported by over 14 million donors that have earned the right to display the ECFA seal. When an organization is accredited by ECFA, it demonstrates its willingness to follow the model of biblical accountability.

"We are pleased to accredit a ministry committed to serving persecuted Christians...