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Dispatches for the persecuted church

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2026
“But stay awake at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.” —Luke 21:36

Prayer

Pray for: Ethiopia’s Ongoing Conflict Leaves Christian Communities Living in Fear

About the dispatch

International Christian Concern (Persecution.org)·November 4, 2026

Thousands of Christian communities in Ethiopia are fleeing violence in their country as clashes around the border town of Moyale force families to seek safety in neighboring Kenya. The ongoing conflict has disrupted daily life, separated families, and created an urgent…

Read at International Christian Concern (Persecution.org) →

Pray with the global church

God of All Comfort, we lift up the Christian communities in Ethiopia gripped by fear and fleeing from violence. You see their scattered families and hear their cries. Shelter them beneath Your wings, and be their refuge as they seek safety across borders. Establish Your peace in Ethiopia, that weapons will be laid down and conflict will cease. Reveal Jesus to those causing harm — show them the light that overcomes darkness. Strengthen the believers who carry Your name amid turmoil, empowering them with love and hope. Let their testimonies shine brightly, drawing others to Your truth. We ask this for the glory of Christ, our Savior. Amen.

Anchored in

Psalm 91:4

also: 2 Samuel 22:31, Matthew 5:16