Open Doors Youth, PO Box 6, Witney, Oxon, UK, OX29 6WG
We serve Christians around the world whose brave faith in Jesus means they are, beaten, threatened, imprisoned, tortured, falsely accused, disowned and hated.
“We remember God for small things, because we could be killed at any moment.” Meet Pastor Yang from Myanmar…
Watch this incredible interview with Manga from Nigeria who miraculously survived an attack on his home by extremists and who now wants to make God famous!
Batoul, from North Africa, was rejected by her Mum and sisters when she became a Christian. She now treats her persecutors with kindness and works to help others like her.
“I’m determined to stay, despite the risks to my comfort and safety, because I believe everyone deserves to hear about God’s love.” Read Zahra’s story of brave faith!
Joo Min fled North Korea – and found Jesus at an Open Doors safe house. What would make her go back to the darkest place on Earth to be a Christian?
Despite being bullied at school and targeted in her community, young Moryom chooses to forgive. Help her know she is not alone this Christmas!
“I don’t have any friends in school because I’m a Christian”. Read Rumana’s story and help her know she is not alone!
Despite having to flee home after three devastating attacks on his community, Pastor Soré is still trusting in God…
Pastor Barnabas lives in a displacement camp in Nigeria with thousands of others after fleeing militant violence. Watch his story and join the Arise Africa campaign…
Please join with your church family in sub-Saharan Africa, asking God to stop the violence and start the healing. Use these prayers as a starting point!
Afghanistan’s Christians have to keep their faith secret. If the Taliban find out, the Christian could be killed – as Khada found out.
In countries all over the world, secret Christians face a stark choice: remain hidden, or be attacked, abused or even killed.
“I belonged to a traditional Hindu family. Our family came to know about the Lord after experiencing miraculous deliverance from our problems… I committed my life to the Lord’s ministry.”
Christian persecution can be difficult to comprehend. But we can pray for the persecuted church boldly knowing God hears us, and He can do all things. Here’s some tips!
Pastor Laxman from India has faced threats, arrest and seen his church attacked, but he’s committed to keep following Jesus, no matter the cost!
Women of the persecuted church often face the double persecution of being Christian and being a woman. Like many women of the persecuted church, Simin’s story is one of hope.
Ever wondered what Easter looks like for the persecuted church? In Central Asia it can be a time of increased pressure and violence, as Christians become a target for extremists and government crackdowns.
Set up a simple escape room, hear Stephanie’s story and explore the theme of freedom in this new free youth session outline…
Rejected by family because of her choice to follow Jesus, Sara from Iraq has found new hope and love in Jesus…
“I find that my life has already changed so much after allowing Jesus to rule my life. I know that I can directly pray to the Lord and He will answer me. I know that my Lord is alive!”
Roses are red, violets are blue, Saint Valentine was a Christian, and persecuted for it too…
Sadly, persecution against Christians is growing, but that is in part to the fact the church is also growing. Learn more about what the 2024 World Watch List reveals…
“I couldn’t leave the church and walk away. I was encouraging the Christians to be strong and courageous… It was our time to be good witnesses.”
“They found the book, wrapped in plastic. One of the policemen came inside… and threw the book down at my father’s feet.”
Get inspired by Secret Christians in Central Asia to practice generosity this Christmas…
“My teacher told me that Jesus loves me… Because of this school, I have friends who can play with me.”
Have you heard these stories about how prayer changed the world? History shows us that ‘nothing is impossible with God’, and that prayer can change even the most impossible nations!
Have you heard these stories about how prayer changed the world? History shows us that ‘nothing is impossible with God’, and that prayer can change even the most impossible nations!
Step into an underground church gathering. What would you say to encourage secret believers?
Naomi choose to lose her bed. If you’re up for taking on the Choose to Lose challenge, read her top ten things to know!
Due to threats and intimidation, 15 year-old Valentina lives away from home, but at Christmas she gets to return…
Daniel only wanted to prove the New Testament was wrong, instead he ended up following Jesus…
Meet the secret church that is courageously and bravely meeting to worship Jesus inside Eritrea…
Watch Soy’s incredible story of brave faith and work through this quick reflection to challenge yourself to put what God thinks of you above all else…
Check out some surprising lessons we learnt from the persecuted church in 2021 and see how even in the most dangerous places, God’s goodness is still shining…
“I know I have a Father in heaven that I can always talk to. That’s amazing.”
“My best thing about Christmas is the dramas we watch in church and the songs we sing, and how they share Christmas gifts…”
Be inspired bye the brave faith of sixteen year-old Soy’s whose choice to follow Jesus meant she lost her freedom…
Find out the real story behind the lyrics to the Hillsong worship song ‘ Christ is Enough’, and make your own commitment to keep going with Jesus, ‘no turning back’…
New video. Home raided, Dad arrested. Threatened and spied on. Watch Farah’s story and send her a message of hope now…
Watch Mojtaba from Iran share his incredible story of how God used him to share about Jesus even in an Iranian prison…
