“Your support means a lot to us. It feels like we are one body… the one caring for the other. It gives us immense joy to see people raising their voices for us, the Indian church – and it brings us hope.”
Rajesh, Open Doors partner and church leader
“Through your prayers we gain inner strength. You pray for me and I can feel the strength right now. Because of your prayers, we can face the challenging times. People trust in Jesus more. They prayed, and their prayers were answered. So, the heartiest thanks to you for praying, raising your voice and caring for us. Thank you.”
When Indian pastor Arjun* was killed by extremists, his church chose not to live in fear. Brother Rajesh, a church leader and Open Doors partner in India, met Arjun’s family. He was amazed to see that, two days after the murder, the pastor’s wife was leading praise and worship.
In the midst of persecution, the house church movement is thriving. Churches are being attacked, vandalized and closed – but because advocacy has helped to build resilience, Christians persevere in worship.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, Brother Rajesh met one desperate family who did not know when they would eat again after their last meal of watery soup. Their prayers were answered when Brother Rajesh brought food, thanks to your support. The family shed tears of relief and gratitude.
*names changed for security reasons
Will you help India’s Christians remain unshaken in faith by praying and, if you are able, by giving today?