Open Doors Canada Podcast

Hope for the Middle East

Christianity has been disappearing from Iraq. Since 2003, the number of Christians has decreased by 87%. And if something isn't done, Christianity could disappear entirely. Listen in to find out what you can do to help and how you can pray for our Iraqi brothers and sisters. 
To send an email to your Member of Parliament (Canada only) to advocate for Christians in the Middle East, visit www.opendoorca.org/Hope4ME2020. 
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org.
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

Sandy Beaches and Immense Pressure

The Maldives is a country of beautiful white sand and crystal-clear water, but it's also a country of immense pressure for Christians. To be a citizen of the Maldives, you must be Muslim and any deviation of that will result in persecution. Take a few moments to learn more about the Maldives and how you can pray for this beautiful island nation.
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org.
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

Using a Business to Support Persecuted Christians

As a high school student, Kezia decided to use one of her projects to support missions. out of that was born Highs and Lows Bracelets. A few years later and know Kezia is committed to supporting our persecuted family through her business. Listen in to our conversation and hear more about why highs and Lows Bracelets is supporting our persecuted family and the difference that has made in Kezia's faith journey. 
Check out Highs and Lows Bracelets on the web at www.highsandlowsbracelets.com or on Instagram @highsandlowsbracelets.
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org.
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Persecuted Church

We've all had to deal with the effects by COVID-19, but our persecuted family has been disproportionately affected. Christians are often put to the back of the line when it comes to relief and aid distribution. Other Christians have been stuck in lock-down with their persecutors. We'll share a few examples and take time to pray for our persecuted family. 
To send a note of encouragement to Nadine visit https://www.opendoorsca.org/write/ or email it to encourage@odcan.org. 
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org.
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

How the Persecuted Church can Change Your Perspective

Growing up in a Canadian Christian context forms your understanding of what it means to be a Christian. However, learning about the experiences of the persecuted church can help change your perspective. On this episode we talk with Holly Stiller, an Open Doors Canada volunteer, about how reading the stories of persecuted Christians has challenged her faith and changed the way she prays.
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org.
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

Violence Continues Against Nigeria's Christians

Christians in Nigeria face high levels of violence for their faith. In this episode, we talk with a colleague who works with our Sub-Saharan Africa team. She'll tell us why women face so much violent persecution in Nigeria, she'll share about the resilience of our Nigerian brothers and sisters, and more. You don't want to miss this interview.
 
Read the Gendered Persecution Report by Open Doors by clicking here. 
 
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
 
Send us your questions to podcast@odcan.org.
 
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

The Church in the Heartland of Islam

In the heartland of Islam, Jesus continues to call men and women to himself. But life is very difficult for Christians in Saudi Arabia and the church is struggling. We'll share three stories of Saudi believers that show how God is calling people to himself, but also exemplify the struggles of the church. And, of course, you'll hear how you can be praying for our persecuted family in Saudi Arabia.  
 
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
 
Send us your questions to podcast@odcan.org.
 
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

Interviewing a Bible Smuggler: Celebrating 65 years of Open Doors

You don't want to miss today's episode. To celebrate Open Doors' 65th anniversary, we interview Klaas Muurling. Klaas has worked for Open Doors for 42 years, has traveled to 27 countries to visit persecuted Christians and smuggled Bibles across the Iron Curtain. He shares his experiences of Bible smuggling, his arrest and a little of the history of Open Doors. Enjoy!
You can find out more about Open Doors's 65th anniversary at https://www.opendoorsca.org/od65/
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
Send us your questions to podcast@odcan.org.
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

Heartbreak in the World's Largest Democracy

Listen in as we discuss the #10 country on the World Watch List - India. While it is considered the largest democracy in the world, India doesn't have the best record when it comes to religious freedom. On this episode, we'll talk about why India is fast becoming one of the worst hotbeds of persecution, we'll hear an update form one of our local church partners and we'll hear a heartbreaking story of persecution against a 4-year-old. Check it out and find out how you can be praying for our persecuted family in India. 
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
Send us your questions to podcast@odcan.org.
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*

Persecution isn't Stopping the Church from Growing

On this episode of World Watch Weekly, we'll discuss the country with the fastest growing church in the world right now - Iran. We'll get insight on living in isolation from a man who spent 36 days in solitary confinement and we'll hear the story of two courageous young girls who continued to share the gospel despite the risk of imprisonment. Listen on to find out how you can be praying for our brothers and sisters in Iran. 
Download a copy of the 2020 World Watch List at www.opendoorsca.org/world-watch-list/about-persecution. 
Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at www.opendoorsca.org/get-involved/pray/. 
Send us your questions to podcast@odcan.org.
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*Names of persecuted Christians may be changed for security purposes*