ireland diary

As more Gulf Arabs become disillusioned with Islam, New Age practices are becoming popular. Pray for Gulf Arabs to find the power and love they seek in Christ, and that new believers who need to turn away from New Age practices will find truth in God's Word. Thanks for praying, Elohim bless...

Kabia was hospitalised after being beaten by her daughter-in-law for becoming a Christian. "You betrayed the religion of our fathers; you are the shame of the family!" she was told. Her son works abroad and is unaware of the situation. Ask the Lord to heal, protect and encourage Kabia. Thanks...

When church gatherings are raided and leaders are interrogated, fined or imprisoned, it engenders fear among local Christians. Pray that God's perfect love will drive out fear (1 John 4:18) and ask the Holy Spirit to give believers increased faith and courage. Thanks so much for praying...

There are estimated to be 36,000 deaf people in Tajikistan. They're treated as outcasts in society and and very little work is done among them. Open Doors partners are hoping to start reaching out to them this year. Ask the Lord to guide, equip and protect the team in this work. Thanks so much...

When Gulmira's Christian faith was discovered, her husband's family told him to look for another wife. He did as they said, causing much anguish to Gulmira, who's also experiencing pressure from her family. Pray that Gulmira's steadfast faith will captivate the hearts of her family. Thanks so...

Maria is slowly recovering from being assaulted by a taxi driver. Thank you for praying for her in your May/June prayer diary. She visits the hospital daily and meets with a Christian psychologist. The alleged perpetrator has been arrested. Pray for justice and for Maria's continue physical...

Give thanks that Rasim - who was beaten by his uncle in front of a group of young Christians - has recovered from his ordeal and is growing in his faith and ministry. "Even though the situation was challenging, it strengthened me and taught me to forgive and love my persecutor," he says...

Pray for Open Doors frontline partners supporting Afghan refugees in neighbouring countries with food and aid. "Currently, we cover 5,000 Afghan refugees in my area," shares Ishmael. "We help Christian refugees who've converted from Islam, who've fled because of a direct danger to their lives...

Pray for Open Doors frontline partners supporting Afghan refugees in neighbouring countries with food and aid. "Currently, we cover 5,000 Afghan refugees in my area," shares Ishmael. "We help Christian refugees who've converted from Islam, who've fled because of a direct danger to their lives...

The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan now requires all women to cover their faces in public. Pray for many people, especially women's rights groups, who do not agree with the Taliban teachings. Pray for God's wisdom, courage and protection to continue their fight to bring light, hope and freedom to...

Believers from Buddhist backgrounds who live in south west China are often isolated from other Christians. they are warned that, if they enter another village and are caught, their vehicles will be destroyed. Pray that these believers will find unity and strength in Christ. Thanks so much for...

With under 18's unable to access religious content, there is a disconnect between older church leaders and the younger generation. Open Doors partners have designed programmes to strengthen young people's faith which will be piloted in a few churches. Pray that these programmes will benefit...

Since new online religious restrictions took effect in March, believers are finding it harder to meet. One Open Doors source says, "Access to spiritual resources has further narrowed......but we never cease to find ways to stay connected online." Please pray that Christians continue to find ways...

Ki-jok is a new believer who received training through Open Doors safehouse and shelter mission in China. "I will live to share the gospel to the people in North Korea when the right time comes," he says. Please pray that God will work through this ministry to prepare believers to build the...

Susan, a field worker in a country bordering North Korea, is asking for prayers of protection as surveillance increases due to the pandemic. Please pray for Open Door's field workers in countries bordering North Korea as they continue to serve the secret church. Thanks so much for praying...

In May, North Korea officially announced its 'first' Covid case. Resulting lockdown measures have raised the prices of food and basic necessities exponentially. Ask God to keep the underground church strong through the pandemic and meet all their physical and spiritual needs. Thanks so much...

Continue to pray for pastor's wife Preetha, whose arm was broken in a violent attack by Hindu extremists. Despite treatment, her arms does not function properly, and she still has pain. Her husband also suffers from heart problems. Pray for God's healing and that they can get the treatment they...

Two more states in India have recently introduced anti-conversion laws - bringing the total to 11 states. Though these laws purport to prevent forced conversions, they are often abused to falsely target or harass Christians. Pray that the laws will be repealed, or that a deterrent will be put in...

Converting to Christianity comes with significant risk in India, as Hinduism is often seen as part of the national identity. Extremists sometimes force new Christians to take part in a 'Ghar Wapsi' or 'homecoming' ceremony where they are pressured to return to Hinduism. Pray for courage and...

Please pray for the parents and friends of Deborah Samuel Yakubu, a second year student who was murdered for sharing a message on a WhattsApp group that praised Jesus for helping her pass her exams. Pray for God's comfort and strength as they mourn and pray that those responsible for DEborah's...