Prayer & Persecution

[ NOTE: For several years Voice of the Martyrs has held conferences around the country to raise awareness of persecution. These conferences feature believers from countries where persecution is strong. Currently (winter 2021) the VOM conference is “virtual” because of the pandemic, and you have to benefit of attending without the travel. Register and attend here. ]

Would you pray daily for the persecuted church around the world? (Hebrews 13:3)

Here are some resources to assist with your awareness: (* = new item)

NEW:

* IDOP (International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church), Normally observed the first Sunday in November, “every day is IDOP.” Why It Matters Global Prayer Guide

Focus:

Spotlight: Nigeria: * Nigeria’s Silent Slaughter * Incidence Tracker Violence Escalates; Are We Looking the Other Way? Attacks Displace Local Missionaries (Update 1/15/21: The total number of Christians killed for their faith rose 60% in 2020, to at least an average of 13 per day, and 91% of these killings occurred in African countries like Nigeria. – Source )