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Dispatches for the persecuted church

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2026
“Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart.” —Colossians 4:2

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Catholic Church Shuts Schools and Hospital in Benue Governor’s Hometown After Repeated Attacks

After four hostel burnings, burglaries, and rising hostility toward clergy and health workers, the Diocese of Gboko withdraws all personnel from Ihugh — leaving a predominantly Christian farming community without its main school, hospital, and parish.

Pray →God of Peace, we lift up the community of Ihugh, now stripped of its school and hospital after so many attacks. In the silence left behind, reveal Jesus as the One who breaks all chains and brings true freedom. Move with power to guard the church in Gboko, and let their faith shine before neighbors who watch and wonder. Dispel the darkness that has fueled violence here, meeting those who attack Your people with a light they cannot ignore. Raise up peacemakers in Ihugh, breathing hope into hearts overshadowed by fear. You alone are our refuge and strength in these troubled times. We trust You to work beyond what we can see, for Your glory and through Christ our Savior. Amen.

Truth Nigeria·Prayer·

NEPAL: 24 Korean Christians arrested for alleged missionary activities

NEPAL: 24 Korean Christians arrested for alleged missionary activities The incident is latest case of hostility against Christians in the Himalayan nation, Christian leaders say UCA NEWS (13.10.2026) – Police in eastern Nepal raided a Christian-run college and arrested 24 South…

Pray →Most High God, we bring before You the 24 Korean Christians detained in Nepal for their faith. You see each one who trusts in Your name — be their shelter and strength while they face these charges. Strengthen the believers across Nepal as they face increasing opposition. Pour out wisdom on those who lead and protect the flock, enabling them to stand firm in truth and love amidst adversity. Let the light of Christ shine through their lives so that those who oppose them might be drawn to Jesus, seeing His grace and mercy. Reach into the hearts of local officials and communities, revealing Jesus as Lord over all. Establish Your peace where there is conflict, and let Your Kingdom advance in power throughout the Himalayan region. We entrust this plea to You, trusting in Christ our Redeemer. Amen.

Human Rights Without Frontiers·Prayer·

For a Blind Man in Burkina Faso, This Audio Bible is an Answer to Prayer

Without his vision, Adama is unable to access the Word of God on his own. He never learned to read Braille, so when he heard about audio Bibles, he asked God for one. The post For a Blind Man in Burkina Faso, This Audio Bible is an Answer to Prayer appeared first on Global…

Pray →God of All Comfort, we lift up Adama in Burkina Faso, who has received Your Word through an audio Bible. Without his sight, he has longed to hear Your truth; now his prayers find answer in the gift of sound and scripture. Let these words be life to him, sustaining and guiding him day by day. May Your Spirit quicken understanding in his heart, that faith might come from hearing and hearing from the Word of Christ. Surround Adama with community and fellowship, and let Your presence be near. Meet others in Burkina Faso who hunger for Your Word and deliver it to them. To You who comforts us in all affliction, be glory and praise through Jesus our Lord. Amen.

Global Christian Relief·Prayer·

Faithful in the fire: A story of healing in Nigeria

The post Faithful in the fire: A story of healing in Nigeria appeared first on Open Doors.

Pray →God of Faithfulness, we lift up the believers in Nigeria who stand firm amidst fiery trials. You have promised to be a shield around them, and in Your presence, their hearts find refuge. Sustain those who suffer for Your name, turning their mourning into joy and their wounds into testimonies of Your healing power. Reveal Jesus to those who persecute and oppress, that even they may come to know the strength of Your salvation. Strengthen the hands and voices of those proclaiming peace in villages scarred by conflict. Let Your Word run swiftly across Nigeria, bringing hope and reconciliation. In all things, may Your faithfulness be known throughout the land and beyond. For Your glory and in the name of Jesus, Amen.

Open Doors South Africa·Prayer·