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What if you couldn’t celebrate Easter?

In this episode, we discuss some of the different ways that Easter is celebrated around the world and how persecuted Christians learn about Easter in secret.

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/
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Following Jesus in the Arabian Peninsula: Nadia’s Story

In this episode, we share the story of Nadia* as an example of what it’s like to be a Christian in the Arabian Peninsula. Through her story, you’ll hear about her journey of spiritual seeking, dealing with isolation, and the difference Christ has made in her life. 

Check out this video to hear more about Nadia https://youtu.be/8pPkazye8Xo 

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

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*Names changed for security purposes.

Christian Converts and Ramadan

In this episode we’ll learn a little bit about Ramadan and why Ramadan can be a difficult time for Christian converts.
Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/
Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org
Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, or YouTube.

A New Country on the World Watch List

In this episode, we talk about Nicaragua, which enters the World Watch List for the first time. We’ll discuss some of the recent history and what’s been happening in the country that has led to Nicaragua’s increase in persecution. Of course, we’ll spend time praying for our persecuted family too.

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, or YouTube.

International Women’s Day: Persecution and Gender

On this International Women’s Day, we discuss how women experience persecution differently than men telling the story of Sahar from Iran. You can watch Sahar’s story at https://youtu.be/3prAp48shJw. 

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, or YouTube.

Why Afghanistan’s Score Dropped on the WWL

In this episode, we’ll discuss the surprising drop of Afghanistan from #1 to #9 on the World Watch List, and we’ll talk about whether this means that life is getting better for Christians in Afghanistan. 

Watch ‘We have lost our homeland’ | Reflections from Afghan Refugees at https://youtu.be/0hUlfVNTiaQ

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, or YouTube.

Why Violence in Sub-Saharan Africa Is Getting Worse

In this episode, we’ll talk about the rise in violent persecution in sub-Saharan Africa and how it’s impacting the church. We’ll also remember Leah Sharibu who has been in captivity for five years as of last week. 

If you live in Canada, you can invite your MP to attend the World Watch List event on Parliament Hill at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/inviteyourmp/

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, or YouTube.

How does Open Doors Help Believers from North Korea?

In this episode, we share an interview with two secret fieldworkers who help North Korean women who have fled to China. Hear how they risk everything to share Jesus.

If you live in Canada, you can invite your MP to attend the World Watch List event on Parliament Hill at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/inviteyourmp/

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, or YouTube.

Mob Attack, Church Bombing, and other news

In this episode, we update you about some recent news coming from the persecuted church including a mob attack in India, a church bombing in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and news from Egypt. Listen in and pray along with us.

If you live in Canada, you can invite your MP to attend the World Watch List event on Parliament Hill at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/inviteyourmp/

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, or YouTube.

What’s Outside the top 50?

In this episode, we talk about the total number of persecuted Christians. We also discuss the countries where there are at least high levels of persecution, but that aren’t on the World Watch List. Of course, we’ll also take time to pray for our persecuted family.

Please Note: There were audio issues during our live podcast of season 4, episode 1 and it was unable to make it to audio-only format. You can watch episode one at https://youtu.be/WKCtO5Ly-GQ

If you live in Canada, you can invite your MP to attend the World Watch List event on Parliament Hill at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/inviteyourmp/

Download a copy of the 2023 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, Spotify, or YouTube.

How Do Persecuted Christians Celebrate Christmas?

The Christmas season is in full swing in Canada. Lights are being hung, trees decorated and Christmas music is playing everywhere, but this isn’t what it’s like for millions of Christians around the world. In this episode, we’ll talk a bit about what Christmas is like for Christians living under persecution.
Join the prayer movement for Christians in the Middle East and add your light to the map at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/millionprayers/

Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify

*Names may be changed for security purposes*

When Your Faith is Kept Secret From Your Family

In this episode, we’ll take a look at what it’s like to be a Christian in North Africa with a focus on Morocco and Tunisia. We’ll also share the story of Nadeen* who has to keep her faith secret from her family or risk her life – literally!

Join the prayer movement for Christians in the Middle East and add your light to the map at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/millionprayers/

Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/

Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/

Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org

Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify

*Names may be changed for security purposes*

YOUR YEAR-END GIFT IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER.

Persecution is growing, and so are the needs of persecuted believers. More Christians need Bibles, discipleship, trauma counselling, and relief aid as they face violence, displacement, and loss. 

The Canada Post strikes slowed the arrival of gifts during this critical time of year. Will you help?

Your support will empower persecuted believers through Bibles, training, relief aid, trauma counselling, and more. 

Give a Year-end gift

Your year-end gift is more important than ever.

Persecution is growing, and so are the needs of persecuted believers. More Christians need Bibles, discipleship, trauma counselling, and relief aid as they face violence, displacement, and loss. 

The Canada Post strikes slowed the arrival of gifts during this critical time of year. Will you help?

Your support will empower persecuted believers through Bibles, training, relief aid, trauma counselling, and more. 

Give a year-end gift