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Weekly Prayer Points- January 14- January 20, 2007

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January 14
	Albania – Lord, we thank You for the level of religious freedom experienced by Christians in Albania and pray that You will continue to bless and encourage them. We ask that 2007 will be a year of great fruit for Your Church there. Morocco - Pray for the King of Morocco and other political leaders to be instruments in the hand of God and that His salvation might be known among all the nations.
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January 15
	Iraq – Pray that the Christian Church in Sri Lanka will display the love of Christ in their country in ministries of compassion. Sri Lanka – Father, we lift to You the Christians who have been targeted in the recent escalation of violence in Sri Lanka. We pray that those who have been harmed will be healed and that their faith in You will not waiver.
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January 16
	Israel - Pray that God will raise up peacemakers as leaders in this generation to help reconcile the children of Isaac and Ishmael. Tajikistan - Lord, we ask that You will bring greater freedom to Tajikistan. We pray that Christians will be able to fully worship You without fear of repercussions. Use Your people to demonstrate the hope that can be found in You.
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January 17
	China - Pray that the Communist leaders in China will allow access to Bibles and sound teaching materials in their nation. Pray that there will be a dramatic turning of the nation to Christ. Djibouti - Father, we pray for greater freedom for Christians in Djibouti to practice faith to the full without any restrictions. We thank You for the level of freedom they already experience and for Your faithfulness to them.
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January 18
	Yemen – Pray that the government won’t be hostile toward Christian Believers and prayer visitors. Vietnam – Heavenly Father, we pray for Protestants in Vietnam who are facing a new wave of government sanctioned pressure. Protect them from harm and reassure them that there is nothing they will face that they cannot stand with You by their side. We pray for a change in government policy.
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January 19
	Taiwan – We pray for the instability in the Taiwanese government at the moment, Lord. We ask that amidst the turmoil, Your will be done. We pray that Christians will have integrity in all they do. Bahrain – Pray for an expansion of Bahrain’s Christian influence to its near neighbors.
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January 20
	Brunei – Lord, we pray for the Christians in Brunei who face restrictions on how they can worship You. We ask that they will remain firm in their faith and confident in Your faithfulness. Lebanon - Pray for political stability in this nation following the assassination in November of Christian cabinet member Pierre Gemayel.
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Prayer Alert-Iraq

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Intercessors are needed to stand in the gap for Iraq's minority
Christians as they faced uncertainty after former Iraqi President Saddam
Hussein was executed by hanging on Saturday, December 30, 2006. Leaders
of Iraq's Christian community living in exile expressed concerns over
the possibility of more sectarian violence. Hundreds of thousands of
Christians are believed to have fled during and before war broke out in
Iraq. There are currently roughly 450,000 Christians still living in
Iraq down from an estimated 750,000 three years ago, according to church
observers.

Praise/Prayer Report about Church Growth from Israel, the West Bank and
the Gaza Strip

In a major answer to prayer, the number of churches is increasing every
year from Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. From 1993 to 2003,
the number of churches in those areas rose from 46 to 70, a growth of 59
percent.

In addition, 55 percent of churches are in the Galilee region and 31
percent of churches start as a bible/home group, with new home groups
are being started at a rising rate. Churches and home groups are also
being established among Muslims. Twenty-five percent of churches have 21
to 30 adults. There is only one church in Gaza.

"We met with the established pastors and we realise the need to focus on
finding and training younger leaders," a Key 10/40 Window worker who
recently returned from the Middle East observed. The West Bank is
devastated and the youth are disillusioned but at the same time open in
an unprecedented way. We can help and support the established church in
moving towards health reproducing churches.

Source: Key 10/40 Window worker who recently returned from the Middle
East.

Prayer Alert-Ethiopia and Somalia

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Urgent prayer is needed for the Horn of Africa region after Ethiopia sent fighter jets into Somalia and bombed several towns on Sunday, December 24, 2006 in a dramatic attack on Somalia's powerful Islamic movement. Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi went on television on Christmas Eve to announce that his country was at war with the Islamic movement that wants to rule neighboring Somalia by the Quran. Islamic movement leaders had called on foreign Muslims to join their holy war against Ethiopia, which has a large Christian population. Hundreds were believed to have answered the call.

Weekly Prayer Points- January 7- January 13, 2007

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Pray daily for the 10/40 Window
Greetings! Thank you for participating with millions of others around the world as we pray for God to move significantly in the 10/40 Window!
January 7
	Niger – Lord, thank You that Christians in Niger can worship You freely despite being in a religious minority. We pray that they would be a positive witness, remembering too their persecuted brothers and sisters in neighboring countries. Kyrgyzstan - Lord, we pray that there will be greater acceptance of Christians in Kyrgyzstan. We think of converts from Islam in particular and pray that they will not be swayed from their faith in You because of pressure from Muslims in their community or family. Reassure them of your great and constant love for them.
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January 8
	Iran - Pray for a solid government to arise, one in which the leaders would humbly turn to our sovereign God for guidance in all things. Burkina Faso - Heavenly Father, we thank You that people in Burkina Faso experience much freedom of religion and that missionary groups are free to work there. Keep them close to You that they will know Your faithfulness in all circumstances.
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January 9
	Mali - Father God, we give thanks that there is freedom in Mali for Christians to praise You. We pray that those people who do not know You will recognize the freedom that only comes from knowing You and turn to worship You. Azerbaijan – Holy Lord, we thank You for recent improvements in Azerbaijan where the ban on independent broadcasting has been lifted. Please continue to move in this country so that all people are accorded greater freedom.
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January 10
	Benin – Sovereign God, we thank Yfor the freedom and stability in Benin at the moment. We ask that through this freedom, Your people will live as a witness of Your amazing love and grace to those who do not know You. Indonesia – Pray for God to rule and overrule in the affairs of government in Indonesia and that the hinderance of the Gospel of Jesus Christ would be reversed.
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January 11
	Laos - Lord Jesus, we lift up to You the people imprisoned for their faith in Laos. We pray for their speedy release and reconciliation with their loved ones. Help them to remember that they are not alone in their suffering and that the Christian Church around the world is standing in solidarity with them. Western Sahara - Pray for political and spiritual freedom from oppression and for God-fearing leaders to be raised up to lead the Saharawi.
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January 12
	Egypt – Pray for the Christian Church in Egypt to be one in Christ and for Christians to be free from conflict and disunity so that the world will know Jesus Christ. Uzbekistan – Father, we pray that Christians will know more freedom to practice their faith. We ask that churches where members have been fined for meeting or where Bibles and hymnbooks have been confiscated and burnt will trust in You and Your provision.
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January 13
	Nepal – Pray for the protection of Christians whose homes are being searched, families are being threatened, and visas are being denied. UAE - Pray that the Lord will create a spiritual hunger for the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the hearts of Christian Believers in this nation.
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WIN EMERGENCY PRAYER ALERT- Nigeria

2007-01-03T13:49:00.001-07:00

Christians worldwide are encouraged to ring in the new year by taking part in a 40-day prayer initiative for Nigeria that will focus on ongoing tension between Muslims and Christians and the persecution that many Christian Believers face in Northern Nigeria. A call to 40 days prayer and fasting for the kingdom of God in Nigeria is set from Monday, January 1 to Friday, February 9, 2007.

WIN Email News January 2007 - Praying Through The Window 8 Makes Impact

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January 2007 10/40 Window Prayer Focus: Praying Through The Window 8 Makes Impact With Answered Prayers

Key Christian leaders in the 10/40 Window say the Praying Through The Window 8 initiative has made an impact with answered prayers throughout the region.

Launched in October 2005, Window International Network’s PTTW 8: Praying for the Persecuted Church in the 10/40 Window aims to mobilize 50 million prayer partners around the world to join in this strategic global prayer initiative.

“We are so blessed by the ministry of Window International Network’s, especially for their commitment to pray for the 10/40 Window nations during the Praying Through The Window 8 campaign,” explained James Alexander, regional coordinator for the African Inland Church. “As a Sudanese leader, I am so thankful for their prayers. The country of Sudan has been in civil war for the last 22 years between the Christian South and Muslim North. In January 2005, our Lord brought an end to the conflicts in the South.”

Other African leaders agreed. Pastor Austen Ukachi from Nigeria and Dele Onamusi said Praying Through The Window 8 has opened doors for the Gospel in the 10/40 Window.

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Death of Turkmenistan’s Leader Offers Hope to Persecuted Turkmen Christians
Christians in Turkmenistan were anticipating a new era on Thursday, December 21, 2006 just hours after the country’s President-for-life Saparmurat Niyazov died suddenly of an apparent heart attack. The 66-year-old leader ruled the impoverished Central Asian nation with an iron fist for more than 20 years when religious minorities were among those being persecuted, Turkmen Christians and human rights groups said. Under his rule, especially devoted Christians refusing to worship him and other religious minorities were often singled out for persecution, according to local Christians and several human rights. Christians were reportedly harassed and sometimes detained and mistreated, and could not worship inside their homes or build a new church in a residential area or on an industrial estate. Potential locations for churches were subject to many limitations, Turkmen Christians said. Pray for: A godly leader to replace President-for-life Saparmurat Niyazov. The new president to allow freedom of religion and worship. God to strengthen harassed Turkmen Christians. Pray that God will encourage them in their faith. The Church in Turkmenistan to continue to multiply in growth despite persecution. The people of Turkmenistan who face widespread poverty to open their hearts to the Lord of the Harvest who will meet their physical and spiritual hunger. Sourced: BosNewsLife
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Real Testimonies from the 10/40 Window: A Revelation of Essa El-Masih (Jesus Christ)
This story is about “Sasha” (pseudo-name and identity), a 27-year-old Arab-Muslim actress. I picked her up and some other people in June 2006 while I was driving home during a rainy day. When they discovered that I am a Christian, they asked me about the Bible, Christ, Mohammed and what Christians believe. We had a nice talk. They thanked me for the ride and asked for my telephone number. After three months, Sasha phoned me and asked me why I picked them up on that rainy day when many other people just drove passed them. I told her that I am a Christian and the Bible tells me to do good for all people. So I was just practicing my Faith. She thanked me and said goodbye. I started to fast and pray for her. During October 2006, Sasha asked if I have a Bible to give to her. At that time, I did not have a Bible, but I had Rick Warren’s book The Purpose Driven Life. I met her and gave her that book. I promised to give her a Bible later on. Although The Purpose Driven Life is designed to be read in 40 days, she read the book in one week. After a week, I met Sasha and I gave her a copy of the New Testament and Psalms. After she read the entire New Testament and Psalms, Sasha asked me many questions about the deity of Christ, how Essa El-Masih (Jesus Christ) is the Son of God and the authority of the Bible. I asked my friends to pray for her hoping that God might reveal Himself to Sasha. The next day Sasha phoned me and told me about a dream she had: “While I was sleeping last night, I looked up to heaven and I saw a very big cross that filled the whole heaven. There were many people looking up to heaven, singing, clapping and shouting. Then I saw Essa El-Masih (Jesus) in white clothes and the people worshiped him.” Then I shared with her my testimony and told her how I met Essa El-Masih in visions and dreams. An hour later, she accepted Christ as her personal savior. Sasha told me she is afraid that if her family discovers that she became a Christian, they might kill her. As you read and share this story, please pray for her. — from a Pastor in a sensitive 10/40 Window country in East Africa
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What’s Up at WINDOWKIDS™?
What’s Up at WINDOWKIDS™? We have been very busy completing relevant resources and beginning new ones! We are very grateful to our Lord and King for working through us to accomplish His purposes in last year, and anticipate a great 2007 and beyond. Our WINDOWKIDS™ Prayer Calendar was completed in October and is proving to be a very valuable resource for parents who are serious about teaching their children to pray for nations. This calendar provides specific information about each country of the 10/40 Window and defines a major problem in that nation to cover in prayer. Additionally, there are many defined prayer points and scripture references that can be used to make your prayer time effective and insightful. You may order calendars for your Sunday school class, your family, or your children’s small group from our website at www.windowkids.com. While you are there, check out our other resources including WINDOWKIDS™10/40 Window Study for Kids, Flags of the 10/40 Window coloring book, and Recipes of the 10/40 Window cookbook. Keep your eye on our website--there are more children’s resources to come in 2007! We are currently working on three different tools to aid you in your mission to raise children who are world changers. The first one is Crafts and Activities of the 10/40 Window. This exciting resource is full of traditional crafts and games from the different nations. Your children will enjoy learning how the children of the 10/40 Window play and spend their leisure time. The second is a prayer devotional for children. This devotional will provide your kiddos with insight into the 10/40 Window countries as well as equip them with information to pray knowledgeably. Both resources are for ages 6-11 years. The third resource is a beautiful storybook titled North Korea: To the River and Back and is the first in a series of 10/40 Window storybooks for children ages of 4-7. This compelling story is of a young boy who crosses the North Korean border into China in search of food. It is a realistic picture of what is happening in North Korea today, and is beautifully illustrated by internationally-known artist, Robert Grist. This series will help young children to fully grasp some of the issues that children in the Window face each day. We are excited and honored to assist you in your mission to prepare Christian children to be global leaders who will impact the 10/40 Window. We pray you have a very fruitful new year in the Lord and that the “next generation” of nation-shakers will be empowered today! HAPPY NEW YEAR! FROM WINDOWKIDS™
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Weekly Prayer Points- December 31- January 6, 2007

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Pray daily for the 10/40 Window
Greetings! Thank you for participating with millions of others around the world as we pray for God to move significantly in the 10/40 Window!
December 31
	East Timor - Holy God, we thank You for this month’s demonstrations by groups of young people that brought people together from both sides of the recent conflict to cry out for peace and a unified East Timor. Let Christians be at the forefront of such pleas, and we ask that those who are would have the humility and graciousness of Christ Himself in dealing with this complex situation. The Gambia - Sovereign Lord, continue to exalt the name of Jesus through Your Church in the Gambia. We pray that Your people would act sacrificially towards Believers and unbelievers alike and that their presence in the region would prove a stable bridge to faith in Your name. West Bank & Gaza Strip – Praise the Lord for political and economical freedom, as well as complete freedom of religion to worship and witness. Pray for believers to use this opportunity effectively, and pray for political and economic stability in the nation.
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January 1
	India - Pray that new anti-conversion laws will not be passed by any more Indian states and that those states with such laws will not enforce them and will repeal this unjust legislation. Mauritania - Praise God for changes to the constitution and greater freedom of expression under the current government. Pray that these changes remain.
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January 2
	Sudan - Father we continue to pray for Sudan and in particular Darfur. We pray that the violence there will end and that those organizations that have been prevented from giving aid to the vulnerable will be able to return. Guide the international community so that they act wisely and soften the hearts of the Sudanese government to the suffering of its people. Afghanistan – Father God, we bring to You once more the people affected by the violence in Afghanistan. We ask that You will protect Your people and that You will bring peace and greater freedom to this troubled land.
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January 3
	Kuwait – Pray for a receptiveness to the strategic ministries of Christian media and literature that are important means of communicating the Gospel of Jesus Christ within this restrictive nation. Bangladesh – Dear Father, as the men responsible for killing Christians will be convicted and know your peace. We also pray that the perpetrators will turn to you and that the Muslim extremist group to which they belonged will end the violence it has inflicted on Christians.
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January 4
	Japan - Pray for unity within the churches, that through cooperation evangelistic outreaches would be extremely effective and for wisdom in planting new churches. Guinea-Bissau - Sovereign God, bless Your people in Guinea-Bissau at the beginning of the new year. We thank You for the freedom they have to worship you and pray that this will continue. May they be encouraged by Your goodness and know more of Your joy and hope.
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January 5
	Bhutan - Almighty God, we pray that in this Buddhist and Hindu nation, the move towards democracy will quicken and that Christians will know greater freedom to practice their faith. Encourage Christian believers and bless them in their witness to those around them. Saudi Arabia – Pray that improved religious freedom promised to the State Department would be implemented.
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January 6
	Guinea - Lord, we thank You for the religious freedom that is experienced in Guinea. We pray that this will continue and that Christians there will be abundantly blessed by Your goodness and grace. May they remember Your faithfulness in all circumstances. Thailand – Pray for revival for Christians and in the churches that would replace materialism and complacency that deadens passion for God and evangelism.
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Weekly Prayer Points- December 24- December 30, 2006

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Pray daily for the 10/40 Window
Greetings! Thank you for participating with millions of others around the world as we pray for God to move significantly in the 10/40 Window!
December 24
	Libya – Pray for Muslims in Libya to meet genuine Christian Believers in their travels, and for God to put it on the heart of the right people to share the Gospel with the precious people in this nation. Malaysia - Merciful One, we ask that You would ease recent tensions in Malaysia’s Muslim community over the baptism of several Malays. We thank You that Muslims are coming to know and follow Christ, and we ask that You would protect them from a backlash within their communities.
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December 25
	Oman - Pray that Christian Believers in Oman will be bold and wise in their Christian witness. Kazakhstan - Holy One, we thank You for the recent and encouraging international pronouncements that Kazakhstan is now a “free country.” We pray that Kazakhstan continues to reform, allowing Christians to have greater freedom to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ across this diverse nation.
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December 26
	Tunisia - Pray that the emptiness of religious posturing, spiritual apathy, and materialism in Tunisians may be exposed and replaced with spiritual hunger for Jesus Christ. Cambodia – Pray that Cambodian Christians will have a vision for the lost and encourage the Church to take the Gospel of Jesus Christ to every person.
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December 27
	Turkey - Pray that God would overturn the plans of the enemy to infiltrate Turkey with a spirit of Islamic fundamentalism and violence. North Korea - Gracious Father, by Your sovereign might, allow the Gospel of Jesus Christ that many millions of North Koreans have not heard to resonate throughout this land. Thanks be to You that Christians persevere in this nation despite enormous hardship, and we trust that You will not let them go, neither leaving them nor forsaking them, until they finish the race that You have set before them.
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December 28
	Somalia - Lord God, bring to an end the threat of war that looms over Somalia and the rest of the Horn of Africa. Raise up leaders in the region who would seek peace and justice and who would stop the persecution that is aimed at Your people. Continue to bless Your faithful remnant in this country and continue to work in them to produce fruit of eternal value. Pakistan - Pray that God will continue to protect His people and the Christian institutions in Pakistan and that any attempt to destroy God’s people and churches will be thwarted.
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December 29
	Nigeria - Sovereign God, continue to build bridges between the Christian and Muslim communities in Nigeria. We pray for all those rebuilding churches in Jigawa state following the recent violence and ask that You would bless and provide for their needs and protect them from further harm and injustice. Maldives - Father God, the reality of global warming is felt on these small islands more than anywhere else with the threat that they could become uninhabitable within 100 years due to rising sea levels. We ask that this greater threat would alleviate the perceived threat of Christians, allowing them greater freedom to preach of Him who has the ability to save from the “coming waters.” Jordan – Pray for unity within the Christian Church, and pray that Believers would work together to make Christ known. Senegal - Faithful One, reach out to the thousands of street children in Dakar with Your message of hope. Hold back the tide of HIV infection that is sweeping through this part of Senegal’s society and deliver children from hardship, destitution, and from the hand of the enemy. Bring compassion to the hearts of the general population for these young,, rejected children and heal this nation.
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December 30
	Eritrea – Lord, we pray that You would continue to sustain those prisoners of conscience who remain indefinitely detained in Eritrea. Tibet – Pray that Christians would be led to translate the Scripture in a common, easy-to-understand language, as Tibetan common people cannot read the literary language used for a holy book such as the Bible. Syria - Pray against the radical elements and leaders in Syria from gaining control of the nation, but pray that godly leaders would take positions in the government to lead the nation for the good of its people. Mongolia – Pray that the Christian Church would have a missionary vision and zeal to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ in this nation.
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Merry Christmas from Window International Network

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Celebrate Jesus, celebrate His birth, celebrate our dear Savior’s life here on Earth…

Celebrate with Window International Network and the many new believers in the 10/40 Window the glorious birth of our precious Lord Jesus Christ!

He was born in the 10/40 Window… and His heart still beats for the people of the 10/40 Window.

Have a Merry Christmas and a purpose driven 2007 from Sister Beverly and the WIN Team.

WIN EMERGENCY PRAYER/PRAISE ALERT- Nepal

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Praise Report and Prayer Alert-Nepal (Ranked 34 on the 2006 WWL)
Greetings! In an answer to prayer, Nepal’s decade-long civil war came to an official end as the government and Maoist rebels signed a comprehensive peace accord on Tuesday, November 21. However, many are expressing doubt that the promised secular government will bring any real change to Nepal, which is still 85 percent Hindu.
NATION’S DECADE-LONG CIVIL WAR OFFICIALLY ENDED BUT MANY DOUBT ACCORD WILL CHANGE MOSTLY HINDU COUNTRY

Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala and Maoist Chairman Prachanda, who goes by one name only, signed the accord in Nepal’s capital city of Kathmandu. They declared Wednesday, November 22 a public holiday to celebrate the landmark peace deal ending the conflict, which has killed more than 13,000 people in the world’s only Hindu kingdom. However, Maoist rebels in Nepal criticized the prime minister on Monday, December 11, 2006 for saying they cannot yet join the government. Under the peace accord signed last month, the rebels were supposed to join an interim administration on December 1. But Koirala has said this cannot happen until all rebel weapons are locked up under United Nations supervision. The rebels have warned that peace moves could be at risk unless the new administration is formed soon. The peace accord brought an official end to the Hindu monarchy that has ruled this country in the Himalayan Mountains for much of its existence. The country’s temporary constitution contains provisions to recognize all religions. However, missionaries working in Nepal say that many people fear the peace accord is just a political gimmick to wrestle power away from the king.
A new Nepal is the dream of all
“A new Nepal is the dream of all. As Christians and citizens of this nation, we want to truly spread the love and character of Christ to bless this nation,” said Gospel for Asia’s (GFA) leader in Nepal.
“Let no one in this nation be left who has not heard and experienced the love and touch of the Lord Jesus Christ.” However, the Maoists reportedly have continued their violent behavior. The online nepalnews.com reports that Maoists are continuing their practice of kidnapping teenagers and forcing them to join their People’s Liberation Army. Maoist leaders deny the kidnapping claims, insisting that the students joined voluntarily and are being paid for their service. The lengthy civil war has taken a toll on churches in Nepal. A GFA pastor in the country reports that many innocent Christian Believers and church leaders were abducted and killed. Many pastors were physically assaulted or otherwise abused by both Maoists and the Nepal government’s official Army. Nepal’s Christian minority makes up between 1 to 2 percent of the population. Nepal is ranked No. 34 concerning nations where persecution against Christians is most intense, according to Open Doors International’s ten 2006 World Watch List. In spite of the difficulty, these pastors used the opportunity to establish 24 schools for the children whose schools had been shuttered because of the ongoing war. These new schools granted the pastors multiple opportunities to reach into difficult places to share the Gospel.
A GFA leader says the new Nepal will need a lot of prayer
	“Please pray that during the building of the new Nepal, God will guide and motivate the political leaders to be honest and true to their commitments. Pray that this new Nepal may become a nation, which honors Him, fulfilling His promises,” he said.
The peace accord contains provisions to disarm the Maoists and give them an active role in the country’s government. The rebels have agreed to stop their violence and work toward peace in an effort to create a new Nepal. Massive pro-democracy protests in April led the Maoist rebels and Nepal’s seven-party government to agree to a cease-fire. Both sides routinely ignored the agreement and the fighting continued. As a result of the protests, Nepal’s King Gyanendra was removed from power and parliament was restored. This led to the drafting of the peace accord. Residents of Nepal are hopeful that the accord will bring peace and stability to their impoverished nation. “All we ever wanted is peace in our country. I remember life when there was no fear in traveling around any part of our nation. Over the last decade, one had to think very carefully about going anywhere outside the capital city,” a Nepalese woman told the BBC. “I haven’t been able to escape the fear instilled in us by the violence.”
Prayer Points

Praise God for the end to the long civil war. The peace accord not just to be a political gimmick. Pray for both sides to the newly signed peace agreement to keep strictly to the details of the agreement and to the code of conduct signed this past summer, including no enforced demands for financial contributions and no intimidation. Pray for the new constitution to really bring real liberty of belief and freedom to change faith for people of all faiths. Salvation of Maoist and government leaders. Pray for Prime Minister Girija Prasad Koirala, Maoist Chairman Prachanda, Maoist leader Dev Gurung and Maoist deputy leader Baburam Bhattarai. Real peace and real freedom from coercion by Maoists. Ask God to change the hearts of any who want to force their will on others. Pray that the Maoists will abandon their forced recruitment of young people into their militias and their threatening demands for money to staff of schools, hospitals and other entities. The Christians in Nepal to be strong in the faith during this historic transition. The Christian minority will continue to grow in their understanding of the Word of God. Effective discipleship of new Christian Believers. Nepal to become completely open to the Gospel and millions will come to Christ. Free and fair elections next June without intimidation or corruption. The safe return of internally displaced persons without opposition or violence. Financial support for the new Nepal to come speedily from other nations to help with the transition to a new democracy. Sources: The Associated Press, Assist News Service, BBC, Open Doors USA and Christian Solidarity Worldwide.

Weekly Prayer Points- December 17- December 23, 2006

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Pray daily for the 10/40 Window
Greetings! Thank you for participating with millions of others around the world as we pray for God to move significantly in the 10/40 Window!
December 17
	China - Pray that the LORD will move on the hearts of Chinese officials to lift the persecution and see the church favorably. Djibouti - Loving Father, we pray that You would not allow this small nation to be dragged into a potential regional war. We thank You that Christians continue to hold relative freedoms in Djibouti, but we ask You would break down the prejudice against Christians who want to share their faith with others and ask that you maintain the peace between the Christian minority and Muslim majority.
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December 18
	Yemen – Pray that God will touch the hearts of those who exploit the poverty of the people for their own political gain. Vietnam – Lord, we ask for a strong response by the international community to the recently leaked Vietnamese government manual that has outlined plans to “resolutely subdue” Protestants. We also ask that such recommendations by the government would not lead to local authorities forcing Christians to renounce their faith or other such forms of persecution.
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December 19
	Taiwan – Lord, have mercy on Taiwan that its population would be more receptive to the message of Christ. Bahrain – Pray that God would give a hearing ear to King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa so that he may understand the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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December 20
	Brunei – Heavenly Father, thank You for this small nation. Though there is much injustice that occurs here, we thank You for all that is good in Brunei, which we know comes from You. We ask that You would have mercy on Brunei’s people and that Your name would come to be glorified in all the land. Lebanon - Pray that spiritual hunger and a quest for the truth will invade the hearts and minds of Lebanon’s leaders.
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December 21
	Qatar - Pray for signs and wonders to be done in the midst of the Qatari people to confirm the truth that Jesus is the Son of God. Turkmenistan - We pray that the significant gas reserves that have recently been discovered in Turkmenistan would mean that there would be more international attention given to the grave humanitarian concerns of this country.
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December 22
	Ethiopia - Pray for the favor of God to come upon all Christian Believers among the Ethiopians (Ezra 7:27, 28). Myanmar – Almighty God, we think of those who have recently been displaced in Karen state due to Burma army offensives in the region. Many thousands have gone into hiding as a result of these attacks, and we pray that they would be particularly aware of Your presence and would rely on You for all things. We pray that You would bring an end to such offensives and allow these people to return home with a renewed peace and security.
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December 23
	Chad – Father God, although there is little overt persecution against Christians in Chad, we pray against the preferential status given to Islamic congregations becoming anything more discernable or unjust. We also ask that Christians in Chad would stand out for their neighborly love toward those in conflict areas of the country, particularly along the Sudan border at this time. Algeria – We pray for national Christian Believers to stand firm in faith and unity.
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Weekly Prayer Points- December 10- December 16, 2006

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Pray daily for the 10/40 Window
Greetings!

Thank you for participating with millions of others around the world as we pray for God to move significantly in the 10/40 Window!
December 10
        Benin – Lord God, we pray for those who profess Christian faith and yet still practice voodoo. We pray that You would release them from this.

Indonesia – Pray that the Indonesian authorities will stop denying Christians the right to build new churches.
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December 11
Laos - Pray for the safety and protection of the Christians who are being arrested and face cruel forms of physical and psychological persecution as authorities try to wipe out Christianity.

Western Sahara - Pray for protection of the millions of women who are killed or beaten every year by their father, brother, or husbands for actions deemed to have sullied the family honor. Pray for a respect for women and their bodies in the hearts and minds of the men in this nation.
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December 12
Egypt – Pray for the millions of poor living in the slums of Cairo to hear the Good News and for their suffering to be alleviated.

Uzbekistan – Please continue to bless those Christians who continue to meet in small groups in Your name, allowing them to grow in the knowledge and understanding of You and Your grace.
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December 13
        Nepal - Pray for fairness and justice in the Nepalese government when Christians in this nation are falsely accused, persecuted, and imprisoned for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

UAE - Pray that Christians will continue witnessing with the boldness and power of God and will do signs, wonders, and miracles to turn the people of UAE to Him.
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December 14
        Albania – We praise You for the way in which You are at work in Albania, and that many will receive You.

Morocco - Pray that Christians working in Morocco will be encouraged and see the fruit for their labor for God.
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December 15
Iraq – Pray that spiritual powers over the land will be bound and that God’s purpose for the Iraq will be fulfilled.

Sri Lanka – We pray that the government would not give in to re-introducing religious legislation that would criminalize conversion to Christianity.
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December 16
Israel - Lord, we ask for a real movement of Your Holy Spirit in Israel, bringing many people to faith in Christ.

Tajikistan - Mighty God, with the recent re-election of the incumbent president, we pray that there would be a concerted effort made on his part to secure greater freedoms for Christians to practice their faith in Tajikistan.
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Special WIN Alert- PERSECUTED BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

2006-12-08T13:19:00.000-07:00

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One morning in India, a pastor was preaching to his congregation. Suddenly, a gang of Hindu extremists rushed to the pulpit.
Persecuted but NOT forgotten

He was abruptly drug outside to face an angry mob of radical Hindus. This demonized mob proceeded to strip off his clothing and severely beat him – simply because he was a Christian pastor. Following this merciless attack he was immediately hospitalized. It took days for the physical bruises on his fragile body to heal. This pastor's nightmare is becoming commonplace in India.

India is swiftly moving upward on the Open Doors World Watch List from number 34 to number 26. In fact, 42 of the top 50 countries on the notorious list are located in the 10/40 Window. Our Brothers and Sisters face brutal and malicious attacks upon them and their families. In spite of the increasing persecution, there are brave leaders who are still boldly proclaiming the Gospel. One of those leaders is man we will call Pastor "Raju" in order to protect his identity.
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Pastor Raju is a national leader who is a strategic partner with WINDOW INTERNATIONAL NETWORK
He was a speaker at both of our 2006 leadership training summits. This year Pastor Raju was arrested on fabricated charges, interrogated, and has been a target of Hindu radicals.

In the midst of these adversities, Pastor Raju has still held open air preaching meetings. Thousands of former Hindus have come to faith in Christ and have been baptized. Pastor Raju is a man committed to the advancement of the Kingdom, regardless of the sacrifice.
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Pastor Raju writes from the frontlines on the power of prayer:
"The Lord is raising up a massive harvest force all around as a result of the prayers of the Saints… [Prayer] is the key to finishing the task of the Great Commission." – Pastor Raju (Delhi, India)
Thousands of people will celebrate Christmas for the very first time this year because of men like Pastor Raju
As 2006 comes to a close, let's remember to keep praying for the Persecuted Church in the 10/40 Window like never before. Your prayers and financial investments enable us to mobilize millions of Christians to pray for leaders like Pastor Raju. Will you plant a financial seed today and let Pastor Raju now that he may be persecuted, but he is NOT forgotten?

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As you know, the Praying Through The Window campaigns mobilize millions of Christians to intercede for the people of the 10/40 Window. Now more than ever, the 10/40 Window desperately needs your prayers and financial giving.

Thank you for standing with me in prayer and with your finances. Together we are advancing the Kingdom of God in the 10/40 Window! Remember, your eternal reward will be great. Let's finish 2006 strong and let the Christians in the 10/40 Window know that they may be persecuted but they will never be forgotten.
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Weekly Prayer Points- December 3- December 9, 2006

2006-12-02T15:45:00.000-07:00

December 3
	Kuwait – Pray for Christians in Kuwait to have the courage to share their faith and demonstrate the love of Christ to their neighbors and friends. Bangladesh - We pray that the Christian Church would be an effective witness of Your love and we ask that many would come into relationship with You, because of the way in which they’ve seen You at work in other’s lives.
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December 4
	Japan - Pray for spiritual breakthroughs against demonic forces related to emperor and ancestor worship. Guinea-Bissau - Pray that the political leaders in this nation will continue to allow the nation to be more open to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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December 5
	Bhutan - As Bhutan moves towards democracy, pray that God will guide the politicians and decision-makers to increase the religious freedom available to the people. Saudi Arabia – Pray that restrictions on the religious police would lead to less harassment of expatriate Christians.
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December 6
	Guinea - Pray for the leaders in this nation to wholeheartedly follow the one, true God. Thailand – Pray that Islamic militancy and fundamentalism in southern Thailand will cease and that many in that area will convert to Christianity.
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December 7
	Niger – Almighty God, continue to preserve the religious freedom in this nation. Kyrgyzstan - Give Christians courage in the face of increasing pressure from the authorities. Give wisdom to all Church leaders to know how to support and encourage their congregations at this time.
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December 8
	Iran - Pray that the leaders of MBB fellowships will be able to minister without fear despite a spate of recent harassment and imprisonment against them. Pray for more such leaders to emerge. Burkina Faso - Pray that God would raise up Christian leaders in this nation to begin planting new churches.
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December 9
	Mali - Bless those in government in Mali that they would govern with justice and integrity. Azerbaijan – Pray that the constitutional guarantee of religious freedom in this nation will be maintained by the government leaders.
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WIN Email News December 2006 - Nations in the 10/40 Window Dominate List of Countries Where Christians Suffer The Most

2006-12-01T16:51:00.000-07:00

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10/40 Window Prayer Focus: Nations in the 10/40 Window Dominate List of Countries Where Christians Suffer The Most

Christians worldwide are encouraged to intercede for nations in the 10/40 Window that dominate Open Doors International’s List of 50 countries where Christians suffer the most. Open Doors officials say 42 out of the 50 nations in the 2006 “World Watch List” are countries located in the 10/40 Window.

The annual list ranks countries according to the intensity of persecution Christians face for actively pursuing their faith in Christ. The list is based on evaluations and testimonies obtained by Open Doors’ indigenous contacts, field workers and members of the Persecuted Church.

According to Open Doors’ 2005 and 2006 lists, nations in the 10/40 Window held the top 10 spots that target persecuted Christian Believers.

For four straight years, the isolated communist nation of North Korea remained atop the list. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has held the second spot on the list for four years in a row. Rounding out the top 10 in the 2006 list are Iran, Somalia, Maldives, Bhutan, Yemen, Vietnam, Laos and China.

Afghanistan dropped out of the top 10, going from No. 10 in 2005 to No. 11 in 2006. The only new country on the 2006 World Watch List is No. 8 Yemen. Last year the country ranked No. 11.

In addition to North Korea, countries with communist governments include Vietnam, Laos and China. Islamic-dominated countries are Saudi Arabia, Iran, Somalia, Maldives and Yemen. Buddhism is the state religion of Bhutan.

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Praise Report: Eritrean Gospel Singer Freed from Prison

In an answer to prayer, Eritrean gospel singer Helen Berhane, who has been jailed since May 2004, was released from prison in early November 2006.

According to reports from Release Eritrea, Berhane is at home with her family in Asmara. Berhane, 31, is a member of the Rhema Pentecostal Church. She was incarcerated soon after releasing an album of gospel music popular among young Eritrean Christians. Berhane was reportedly held for extensive periods of time in shipping containers and in underground cells at the Mai-Serwa military camp. She has repeatedly refused to sign a paper recanting her faith and promising not to participate in church-related activities. In October 2006, Berhane was admitted to a hospital with signs of having suffered physical mistreatment.

“We are delighted to learn of Helen Berhane’s release,” Christian Solidarity Worldwide Advocacy Director Alexa Papadouris said. “She has been incarcerated without charge or trial for the last two years and appears to have suffered the most appalling mistreatment simply because of her faith, despite the provisions for freedom of worship contained within the Eritrean Constitution. We call on the Eritrean government to release all other prisoners of conscience and to refrain from further harassment of Eritrean citizens who simply wish to worship in peace according to their faith.”

Praise for:

· Helen Berhane’s release.

· Berhane being reunited with her family in Asmara.

· The Christians who have interceded for Berhane.

Pray for:

· Berhane to make a full recovery at home and that she will not be harassed or imprisoned again.

· God to sustain more than 2,000 other Christians detained by the government. Pray that God will keep them strong in their faith.

· Strength and comfort for families of the detained Christians

· The Church in Eritrea to continue to grow despite persecution.

Sourced: Christian Solidarity Worldwide, Open Doors USA

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Gateway Partner- WINDIA

WINDIA was established in 2005 as an arm of WINDOW INTERNATIONAL NETWORK during the preparatory stages of the Asian Summit on the 10/40 Window that was held in Hyderabad, India. Led by Sister Bindu Choudhrie, a WIN Board member, and her noble husband Dr. Victor Choudhrie, WINDIA has developed into a strategic force in the 10/40 Window. Sister Bindu leads the Pricilla Teaching Ministry and has conducted numerous training seminars throughout the 10/40 Window including the Central Asian countries (the Stan States).

WINDIA: Pricilla Teaching Ministry
By Bindu V. Choudhrie

The women’s ministry that I lead, Pricilla Teaching Ministry, is an offshoot from the purely male ministry that my husband leads. Starting in 1997 with only two women, one of whom was a tribal lady and the other was from a mainline church. These two ladies were trained to work among women. We quickly realized that women could gain entry into homes through cooking and find a sitting audience in the kitchen. This newfound understanding provided a new avenue for evangelism since our men could not talk to women because of the social and cultural taboo. In contrast, our women could talk to Hindu, Muslim, and Jain women simply because they were women.

Our women began making disciples who wanted to be baptized, but the women could not conduct a baptism as the mainline churched had a rule that only the ordained clergy can baptize. However, when we saw that in China women were in the forefront in establishing churches, we were encouraged. Therefore, we empowered women to baptize and gather them in house churches. Soon the small band of women grew as they were gathering in a great harvest of souls into the Kingdom.

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WINDOWKIDS-WHAT ABOUT MALDIVES?

Nine-year old Ahmed sat quietly and ate dinner. His mother listened eagerly as his sister talked on and on about her day and all she had learned in school. “How was your day, Ahmed?” his mother asked. “Fine,” he said, then continued to eat in silence. Ahmed enjoyed chatting with his sister and mother but what he really longed for was some attention from his father. Ahmed wondered why his father didn’t like him. He felt he was a good boy and he did very well in school. Yet, his father always ignored him as if he wasn’t even there.
It is normal for Maldivian boys to grow up without a relationship with their fathers. Many times fathers are distant and do not communicate well with their families. They are often quiet as they carry the burdens of the day alone and in silence.

· Pray that God will heal hearts and reveal himself in a special way to the children.

· Pray that children will know the love of their earthly father as well as their heavenly Father.

· Pray that fathers will have increased involvement and interest in their children’s lives.

· Pray that children will learn that their value comes from the Heavenly Father.

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Prayer Alert-Lebanon CHRISTIAN LAWMAKER'S ASSASSINATION: sparks concern about a possible civil war

2006-11-29T09:08:00.000-07:00

WIN EMERGENCY PRAYER ALERT

Worldwide intercession is needed for Lebanon over fear that the nation will descend into political crisis following the assassination at point blank range of Pierre Gemayel, an anti-Syrian minister and leader of the Maronite Catholic community.

Gemayel, 34, was gunned down Tuesday, November 21, 2006 in the capital city of Beirut. An outspoken opponent of the Syrian-allied Hezbollah, Gemayel was the fifth anti-Syrian figure killed in the past two years and the first member of the government of Prime Minister Fuad Saniora to be slain.

The assassination, in Gemayel’s mainly Christian constituency of Jdeideh, threatens further instability in Lebanon at a time when Hezbollah and other parties allied with Syria are planning street protests unless Saniora gives them more power.

Commentators believe Gemayel’s assassination could possibly push Lebanon into a civil war. It remains to be seen what immediate impact his death will have on the Persecuted Church in Lebanon, Syria and Iran, as well as Christian political and spiritual leaders in those Middle East nations.

Some members of Saniora’s government are blaming Iran and Syria for being behind the assassination. A stunned Amin Gemayel, the slain lawmaker’s father and Lebanon’s former president, urged his supporters to observe a night of "prayer and reflection over the meaning of martyrdom."

"We don’t want an outburst of emotions and revenge," he said outside St. Joseph’s hospital, where his son died. "He was martyred for the cause of Lebanon and we want this cause to triumph."

Pierre Gemayel was expected to carry the mantle of the political family. The slain Pierre Gemayel was elected first in 2000, then re-elected in 2005. His father was Lebanon’s president between 1982 and 1988. His grandfather, the late Pierre Gemayel, founded the Christian Phalange Party in 1936. The party fielded the largest Christian militia and was allied with Israel during the 1975-90 civil war between Christians and Muslims.

Amin Gemayel’s brother, Bashir, was elected president in 1982, but was assassinated days before taking office. Two of Amin Gemayel’s nephews and Bashir’s daughter were killed in the 1970s and 1980s. All were seen as strong defenders of the Christians’ leading role in the country.

Christians make up about 35 percent of Lebanese, down from estimated 55-60 percent before the 1975 civil war. The decline is attributed to emigration of Christians and higher birth rates among Muslims. The Maronite Catholics are the largest single Christian sect, estimated at 900,000.

In reaction to Gemayel’s assassination, protests were reported in Beirut’s Christian Ashrafiyeh neighborhood, in the Christian town of Zahle in eastern Lebanon and in Gemayel's hometown of Bikfaya, east of the capital.

"The recent history of Lebanon has demonstrated that political assassinations result in a drastic change

of course," an observer familiar with the situation in Lebanon said. "It is still too early to say exactly what effect Tuesday’s events will have on the situation in Lebanon. A lot rests on the response of Saniora and his government, whether it will fold or take on a much harsher approach against the pro-Syrian camp."

Prayer Points

Please pray for:

1. The family of Pierre Gemayel to sense God’s peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time.

2. God’s wisdom, leading and guidance for Prime Minister Fuad Saniora and his Cabinet as they respond to Gemayel’s assassination.

3. Justice for those responsible for Gemayel’s slaying.

4. Gemayel’s assassination not to lead to a full-blown Lebanese civil war. Pray protection from hatred, violence and chaos.

5. The Church to realize the importance of its role in intercession and stand in the gap in this very crucial time in the history of Lebanon.

6. The LORD to either change the hearts of corrupt rulers or remove them from their posts. Pray for righteousness in the government. Pray for rulers who will father the nation with love for the people and the nation.

7. The walls between Lebanese churches to continue to fall and Believers will come together in unity. Division is one of the biggest strongholds of the nation. Pray for the LORD to send a spirit of humility to the Church and the nation. Pride is another stronghold in the country.

8. The LORD’s perfect plan for Lebanon and the neighboring 10/40 Window nations to be fulfilled.

9. A spiritual revival, for thirst and hunger for the LORD all throughout the Middle East.

Sources: The Associated Press, Catholic News, Assyrian International News Agency, Jerusalem Post, Operation World and World Evangelical Alliance Religious Liberty Commission.

WIN EMERGENCY PRAYER ALERT- Sri Lanka & Malaysia

2006-11-27T13:48:00.001-07:00

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Prayer is critical for Sri Lanka, as hundreds have been killed in what looks like a demonic strategy to unravel the peace process.

HUNDREDS KILLED AS PEACE PROCESS UNRAVELS: in Sri Lanka

In a worsening climate of impunity as Sri Lanka falls into a possible civil war, Buddhist militants have continued their campaign against Christianity, attacking churches and threatening Christian schools.

The Persecuted Church in Sri Lanka is calling for help from the international community following a recent rapid deterioration of law and order. The plea follows an attack on November 8 by the Sri Lankan armed forces on refugees sheltered at a school in Kathiraveli, a coastal town in the eastern district of Batticaloa.

The army reportedly fired multi-barrel rockets and artillery shells at the school, killing 60 civilians and wounding over 600. Aid workers say they have recovered 40 bodies, including those of six babies from 3 to 6 months old.

The Rt. Rev. Duleep Chickera, Bishop of Colombo, said the attack on people who had already been forced to flee their homes has sent shock waves through the nation.

The Buddhist campaign against Christian churches and schools has intensified among the anarchy. In late October, a group identifying itself as an “organization caring for children” sent letters to Protestant and Roman Catholic schools in and around Colombo demanding that they cancel all Christmas programs.

A spokesperson for a leading Catholic school said the letter they received warned of “severe repercussions” if Christmas events were not cancelled. Other schools received anonymous phone calls threatening “stern action” if they held such events.

At least one letter sent to a Catholic school called on children to sacrifice their Christmas festivities and instead send money to security forces serving in the north and east of Sri Lanka.

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Meanwhile, at an Assemblies of God (AG) church in Yakkala, Gampaha...

...a mob of around 50 people led by four Buddhist monks arrived on October 29 as church members gathered for a Sunday service. The chief monk and some others in the crowd demanded that the pastor cease the service and all future ones, insisting that Yakkala was a Buddhist village with no need for a Christian church.

The monks accused the pastor of offering money to villagers to persuade them to convert. The pastor denied the accusations and asserted the right of his church members to freely worship. Due to fear of physical attack, however, he eventually agreed to cancel the service that day.

The monks left them with an ultimatum—that he should close down the church or “face the consequences.”

The pastor filed a complaint with police and the church met without incident on November 5, but the threat continues. The church has experienced several similar incidents over the past year.

Elsewhere, on the night of September 14, someone set fire to The Glorious Church of Jesus Christ in Mannar. Heavy winds made it difficult to put out the flames and the church was completely gutted.

Buddhist militants continued to threaten the pastor of King’s Revival Church in Piliyandala, and on September 17 unknown persons damaged the pastor’s van.

Neighbors of an AG church on Bolaththa made an official complaint to police in September, claiming that church services were disturbing their community. Police summoned the pastor on September 27 and advised him to continue the services with minimal sound.

This church has faced tremendous opposition over the past year, with mobs frequently preventing people from attending worship services.

Further north, the Christians of Jaffna say government roadblocks have effectively cut off the Jaffna peninsula, leaving them in an “open prison.” The government hopes to prevent Tamil rebels from taking shelter amongst the crowds of internally displaced people in Jaffna, but the blockade has also prevented essential food and medical aid from reaching the refugees.

Earlier this year, government forces searched the church of 34-year-old priest named Father Jim Brown in Jaffna, looking for Tamil rebels among the refugees sheltered there. Shortly after this search, Brown disappeared and is now presumed dead. The Rev. Thomas Savundaranayagam, Bishop of Jaffna, told the Christian charity Aid to the Church in Need that people are still “deeply depressed and discouraged” by Brown’s disappearance.

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PRAYER POINTS :

1. The peace process and law to be restored in Sri Lanka; for the spirit of violence and death to be overthrown.
2. The attacks by Buddhist militants against Christian churches and schools to stop immediately.
3. Justice to prevail against those militants who are preventing others from worshiping Jesus Christ.
4. Divine protection and strength for Christian Believers. Pray also that pastors of the Persecuted Church will not be discouraged by the persecution and harassment, but rather stand bold for the Faith.

Sources: Compass Direct and Open Doors USA.

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ISLAMIC EXTREMISTS BECOMING MORE VOCAL: in Malaysia

Christians worldwide are encouraged to pray for Malaysia because Islamic extremists are becoming more vocal as they seek to create misunderstanding through vicious rumors and racial slurs.

A protest over a text message and e-mail claiming a Catholic church here would baptize a group of Malay Muslims reflects how volatile tensions have become over conversion from Islam.

Muslims gathered in front of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Ipoh, Perak state on Sunday, November 5 to protest the claim that “several Malays will be baptized by Datuk Azhar Mansor.” Azhar, a famous Malay mariner who sailed solo around the world, was rumored to have converted from Islam to Christianity.

The electronic message proved false as the church celebrated only a holy communion service for 110 Indian children.

The protestors reportedly dispersed after riot troops arrived in four trucks and a water cannon vehicle, forming a barricade in front of the church. Parishioners were reported to have remained inside the church and continued with their worship celebration until the protestors left.

Father Fabian Dicom, spokesman for the Catholic diocese of Penang, reportedly said that the incident had infringed on the church members’ right to worship, and he lamented that the protestors made no attempt at dialogue.

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Police have questioned six people

Police have questioned six people about the text message but have not yet publicly identified the sender.

Chinese and Indians make up most of Malaysia’s Christian population, while Malays form most of the country’s Muslims, for whom conversion from Islam to another religion is illegal. The country of 26 million is an estimated 58-60 percent Muslim, while Operation World reports the Christian population at 9 percent.

In February, Perak mufti Datuk Seri Harussani Haji Zakaria made the unsubstantiated claim that 250,000 Muslims had left Islam and that 100,000 more had submitted applications to leave.

Perlis Religious Adviser Datuk Mat Jahya Husein has promised to investigate the alleged conversion of Datuk Azhar Mansor from Islam to Christianity to determine whether he had committed “apostasy” by converting from Islam, a crime under the Islamic half of Malaysia’s dual legal system.

“Apostasy is included in the law of every state, and the state government will ensure that it is investigated thoroughly,” he reportedly said. “The allegation involves a citizen of Perlis and concerns the individual’s religion. We have to investigate it thoroughly, as we fear that we would be accused of not doing our job and not paying attention to such matters.”

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PRAYER POINTS:

1. Racial harmony, spiritual freedom and peace to rule this beautiful nation.
2. Islamic extremists to halt their assault on Christians and other minorities.
3. God’s protection for Christians targeted by Islamic extremists.
4. The minority Christians to stand strong in their faith against tremendous assault and pressure.
5. The continued growth of the Church in Malaysia; and for the Church to be aware of the plans of the enemy to prevent them from operating as an “Esther” to the 10/40 Window nations that surround them.

Sources: Compass Direct, Operation World and Open Doors USA.

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Weekly Prayer Points- November 26- December 2, 2006

2006-11-27T12:42:00.000-07:00

Pray daily for the 10/40 Window
Greetings!

Thank you for participating with millions of others around the world as we pray for God to move significantly in the 10/40 Window!
November 26
        Tunisia - Pray that God will raise up wise Christian leadership to disciple the people, unite them, and encourage them to share their faith with others.

Cambodia – Pray that Buddhist nationalism will not grow any stronger in Cambodia and for unity among Cambodian Christians, that they will effectively and enthusiastically reach out with the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the many unbelievers in their country.
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November 27
        Turkey - Pray that much-needed leaders will be trained and discipled as the Christian Church is growing in the midst of persecution.

North Korea - Lord God, we give thanks for the recent talks held between EU and South Korean officials over North Korea issues and pray that the EU would continue to highlight North Korea’s poor human right’s record with international pressure resulting in real change in the freedom of North Koreans.
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November 28
        Somalia - Thank You, Father, that people remain faithful to You in Somalia despite horrific abuse and persecution. Bless their faithfulness with the bearing of much good fruit and provide the international community with the wisdom it needs to deal with a government that flouts international law and does not observe the basic human rights of its citizens.

Pakistan - There have recently been very disturbing reports alleging the kidnapping of Christian children by Muslim fundamentalists for sale into virtual slavery. It appears that the police are very reluctant to take action against the fundamentalists, and the Pakistani government has denied that there is evidence of such practices. Pray that it will be completely exposed and stopped and that those who may have already been abducted will all be released and safely reunited with their families.
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November 29
        Nigeria - Heavenly Father, awaken Christians in the south of the country to the extent of the political and social climate in the north. Embolden them to be one in body, particularly with their northern brothers and sisters and to be seeking You in prayer for great change in religious freedoms for their nation.

Maldives - Thank You, Lord, for this month’s declaration by the government of the Maldives to sign up to various United Nations treaties concerning human rights. We pray that such agreements would not only be ratified but also adhered to by the government and that Christians would have greater freedom to speak openly as a result.

Jordan – Pray that the government will continue to allow freedom of religion to remain despite rising Muslim extremism.

Senegal - God in heaven, as record numbers of illegal migrants attempt to leave the shores of Senegal for the Canary Islands, we pray that Christians in Senegal would speak with all authority of the greater journey, which is salvation in Christ Jesus. We pray that many Senegal Muslims would come to Christ.
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November 30
        Eritrea - Lord God, we pray for the thousands of people held as prisoners of conscience in Eritrean prisons, 2000 of whom are Christians. Enable them to stand fast in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, both in word and in deed.

Tibet – Pray for Tibetan Christians who may face persecution as extreme as poisoning and stoning from their friends and families.

Syria - Pray that political, economic, and human rights reforms promised in January would be implemented quickly and effectively.

Mongolia – Pray that missionaries and Christian Believers in this nation would grow strong in their faith and in knowledge of the Scripture, continually praying and claiming the Word of God over their nation.
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December 1
        India - Pray also that the militant Hindu organizations, such as the RSS, VHP and BJP will be made much more accountable for their intolerant actions and will be unable to increase their influence within India.

Mauritania - Pray for the leaders of fellowships and for spiritual wisdom for national Christian Believers in handling changes within the Church.
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December 2
        Sudan - Thwart the plans of the Ugandan Lord’s Resistance Army, which is deliberately disrupting the UN humanitarian work in the south of the country. Bring justice for all the victims of violence.

Afghanistan – Mindful of the continuing unrest in this country, we ask for Your blessing and protection on the Christian Church. May they shine as a light in the darkness.
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Weekly Prayer Points- November 19- November 25, 2006

2006-11-18T12:52:00.001-07:00

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Thank you for participating with millions of others around the world as we pray for God to move significantly in the 10/40 Window!

November 19

Taiwan - Lord and Savior, encourage Christians in Taiwan to continue to stand up to prevailing superstitions and pagan worship. Empower them as they wrestle with principalities and powers and against the rulers of darkness.

Bahrain – Pray for wisdom for Bahrain’s leaders to be able to cease violence between the nation’s people over political and religious differences.

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November 20

Brunei – Sovereign God, we ask for the softening of laws against proselytizing in Brunei and that You would raise up courageous Christians of strong character and moral standing in this small country.

Lebanon - Pray for rapid progress in removing the thousands of pieces of unexploded munitions in the south.

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November 21

Qatar - Pray for the Christian Church to have powerfully anointed spiritual leaders of ministries that reach the children and young people of Qatar with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Turkmenistan - Thank You, Lord, for the perseverance of Your people in Turkmenistan. Officials there continue to break up meetings of Christian Believers, confiscating items, and intimidating those who seek to follow You. We pray that You would continue to set the eyes of Your Church in Turkmenistan on things above and to focus their attention on building up their heavenly treasures that can never be removed.

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November 22

Ethiopia - Pray that the LORD will move on the hearts of Ethiopian leaders to help create job schemes and to provide solutions for the problems created by drought and famine.

Myanmar – Heavenly Father, please curb the violence and hatred of Burma’s ruling junta shown towards Christians and others. Comfort those who have been the subject of recent attacks, particularly those children who have been affected. Ease their burdens with the hope that you offer in Christ.

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November 23

Chad – Loving Father, we pray for Your continued blessing on those refugees in Chad who have escaped the brutalities in Sudan. We know that though many are facing great trials and tribulations, you have ultimately “overcome the world,” and we pray that Christians in Chad would spread your message of hope and victory amongst these refugees.

Algeria - Pray that new regulations that came into force on September 1, 2006 concerning Christian worship and mission will not be interpreted harshly.

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November 24

Libya – Pray for divine strategies for our Christian brothers and sisters in reaching the nation with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Malaysia - Lord and Father, we ask that Malaysian Christians would have greater freedom to practice their faith, thinking particularly of Lina Joy who has gone into hiding facing death threats. We pray for the Federal Court to make an historic decision in Lina’s case in allowing her to be openly Christian in her identity and ask that You protect her from those would seek to harm her.

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November 25

Oman - Pray that the Omani government will lessen the strict enforcement prohibiting evangelism and movement of the Christian churches in this nation.

Kazakhstan - Thank You, God, for Kazakhstan’s recent contributions and declarations at the United Nations Human Rights Committee. We pray for continued pressure from the international community towards Kazakhstan in acknowledging and maintaining standards in international human rights and pray that this would embolden Kazakhstan’s Christians to stand publicly for You.

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WIN EMERGENCY PRAYER ALERT- IRAQ

2006-11-13T12:55:00.001-07:00

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Intercessory prayer is needed for Iraq because of increased violence against Christians in the country as Ramadan has ended and the statements from Pope Benedict XVI in September have ignited an explosive atmosphere.
ALARMING RISE IN BRUTALITY and VIOLENCE
Targeting Iraqi Christians:

Several Christians have been murdered, others have been abused and kidnapped, and churches have been fired upon and bombed. A hand grenade was even thrown at a priest’s car.
The most shocking incident involved Father Boulos Iskander, 59, a Syrian Orthodox priest, whose beheaded and dismembered body was found in a suburb of Mosul on Wednesday, October 11, 2006.

Iskander was snatched off a Mosul street on October 9 while searching for car parts at local mechanic shops. The Muslim kidnappers telephoned the priest’s oldest son soon afterwards, demanding $350,000 ransom.

In several more calls, the kidnappers reduced their demand to $40,000 but added another stipulation: that the priest’s church must publicly repudiate Pope Benedict XVI’s remarks about Islam in his lecture in Germany last month.

According to the Catholic Asia News agency, Islamist militants distributed flyers across Mosul demanded that the local Catholic clergy condemn the Pope’s remarks about Islam. If they did not do so, the threats said, “Christians will be killed and churches burned down.”
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Iskander’s family managed to raise and pay the ransom
Iskander’s family managed to raise and pay the ransom, and the St. Ephram parish of the Syrian Orthodox Church placed 30 large signboards on walls around the city, distancing itself from the pontiff’s comments. But then the telephone calls stopped.

Iskander is survived by his wife, Azhar, sons Fadi and Yohanna, a married daughter, Fadiyeh, and a daughter, Mariam, 13.

“We are appalled to hear of such an atrocity and our thoughts and prayers are with Father Iskander’s family, church and friends,” Christian Solidarity Worldwide Chief Executive Mervyn Thomas said. “We call upon the Iraqi authorities to do their best to protect Christians during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and urge all religious communities in Iraq to exercise tolerance and restraint towards one another.”
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The deadly targeting of Iraqi’s Christians has shot up
The deadly targeting of Iraqi’s Christians has shot up since the beginning of Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting, which started in early October.

Iraqi Church sources reported that a Christian layman from Baghdad, Dr. Joseph Fridon Petros, 55, was ambushed and killed while traveling home from Diala to the capital.

Underlining the warning against Mosul’s Christian community, armed militants surrounded the local Chaldean Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit on September 24. The attackers fired at least 80 bullets at the church, damaging the eastern side of the building and shattering some windows. Although the attack came shortly after 11 a.m. on a Sunday morning, no services were in progress at the time and no injuries reported.
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In Baghdad that same Sunday
In Baghdad that same Sunday, two bombs that exploded near an Assyrian Orthodox Church in Baghdad’s central Al-Kerada district killed four civilians, including the church guard, and wounded 14 others. The initial explosion, set under the parish priest Ezaria Warda’s car, was timed to go off as worshippers left Sunday mass, with a second car exploding a few minutes later.

Another armed attack was mounted in Mosul on October 2 against the convent of the Iraqi Dominican Sisters. No one was injured in the hail of bullets, although the convent’s garden was set afire.

After two days, unknown militants returned to fire shots at Mosul’s Church of the Holy Spirit on October 4, and again on October 5, injuring one of the guards who required hospitalization.

According to sources inside Iraq, some of the Christian clergy have stopped wearing their clerical robes in public to avoid inciting attacks.
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PRAYER POINTS:
· Father Boulos Iskander’s family. Pray that God would comfort and strengthen his wife and children as they grieve his death. Pray for his congregation at the Syrian Orthodox Church in Mosul to show love and mercy in the midst of tragedy.

· those who murdered Father Iskander to be caught and brought to justice.

· Sectarian violence and violence against Christians to end immediately. Pray that attacks against Christians following Ramadan will end. Pray also for Christians who are being targeted and marginalized in Iraq.

· Strength for Christian Believers and their children, and pray for the church leaders that they will be able to guide with wisdom. Pray also for Christian workers in the country; for safety and protection.

· Christians who are committed to staying in Iraq to stand strong in their faith.

· The Western countries to protect the minority Christian community in nations like Iraq by being vocal with their elected officials about the atrocities that are occurring.

· The continued growth of the Church across Iraq in the midst of the sectarian violence.

Sources: Compass Direct, Middle East Concern, Open Doors USA, and Christian Solidarity Worldwide.
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Weekly Prayer Points- November 12- November 18, 2006

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November 12
	Egypt – Pray that the growing prayer initiative within the Egyptian Christian community would strengthen further and that God would act in response to the prayer offered. Uzbekistan – Sovereign God, we thank You for those who are prepared to be bold in their faith in Uzbekistan, despite the constant threat of violence and even death for open promotion of religious belief.
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November 13
	Nepal - Pray also for the present Nepalese Parliament, which was reconvened some months ago after a period of autocratic direct rule by the King. Pray that Nepal's transition back to Parliamentary democracy will go very smoothly and for God's guidance upon the Parliament and Government of Nepal. UAE - Pray against the spirit of fear that comes over Christian leaders working in Muslim lands. Pray instead that Christian Believers will move forward in an unprecedented boldness to spread of Gospel of Jesus Christ in this land.
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November 14
	Albania – Father, we give thanks for the growth in the Albanian Christian community in recent years and we ask that You continue to bless the bridges that are being built between different religious and ethnic communities in this nation. We pray that You would halt any attempts to open past conflicts, blessing those who seek to be peacemakers in the region. Morocco - Pray that Christians in Morocco would be empowered by the Holy Spirit and that they will know God’s strength in the face of any persecution.
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November 15
	Iraq – Pray against the spiritual forces that want to use corrupt leaders for war and destruction, and that the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ will penetrate the spiritual darkness over Iraq. Sri Lanka – Almighty God, we ask that those who have been the subject of recent violent attacks at the hands of Buddhist extremists would be comforted, and that they would remain steadfast in the truth. Strengthen the Christian Church in Sri Lanka at this time of violence and intimidation.
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November 16
	Israel - Pray for effective Christian ministry to those bereaved, wounded, or traumatized by recent conflicts. Tajikistan - Father, raise up a candidate for the November presidential election who will increase the freedom of Christians in Tajikistan, allowing people in this nation to freely practice their faith and to openly speak to others of Your grace, without fear of persecution.
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November 17
	China - Pray that all persecuted Chinese Christians and their families will remain faithful and strong, and for the unity of China’s Christian house churches. Djibouti - Sovereign God, even as the delayed onset of the long rains is meaning extended drought and the increase of malnutrition, we ask that You would provide for Your people in Djibouti, and move them to great acts of generosity towards all those around them, even in hardship, placing their trust in You for their every need.
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November 18
	Yemen – Pray for all elected to office in municipal, regional, and national elections held on September 20th, 2006. Vietnam – Thank You, Father, for the recent release of Pastor Ma Van Bay from prison under the National Day of Amnesty. We pray for the continued movement of the Vietnamese government towards enabling religious freedom, particularly in freeing those remaining prisoners of conscience.
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Weekly Prayer Points- November 5- November 11, 2006

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November 5
Bhutan - Abba Father, as Bhutan prepares for its first democratic elections in 2008, we pray that You would raise up strong candidates and, eventually, elected leaders who would develop a climate of tolerance towards religious minorities in this country. Bless those who desire justice and freedom for their changing nation.

Saudi Arabia – Pray fervently that improved religious freedom promised to the State Department would be implemented.

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November 6
        Guinea - Our Father in heaven, enable the Christians in Guinea to be imitators of Christ, turning the other cheek to attacks from their Muslim neighbors. Let them rejoice in their fellowship with one another, spurring one another on in the faith, and let their faith in You be a precious jewel for all others in Guinea to behold.

Thailand – Pray that the recent military coup in Thailand will not in any way harm respect for human rights, including religious freedom, in that country.

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November 7
        Niger – Although recent famine and now flooding have affected many parts of Niger, we ask that Christians, though in extreme poverty, would in their “overflowing joy well up in rich generosity” for those around them.

Kyrgyzstan - Loving Father, we pray against legislation that would further inhibit evangelism in Kyrgyzstan, also asking that You mold Your people in this country to be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord and of one mind. Allow the Christian Church in Kyrgyzstan to be bold in solidarity with one another and assured that the international Church stands with them.

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November 8
        Iran - Praise God for the release of Hamid Pourmand after 22 months of imprisonment. Pray also for the leaders of MBB fellowships to be able to minister without fear despite a spate of recent harassment and imprisonment against them.

Burkina Faso - Lord and Savior, enable the Christian community to be a source of light and hope to those who have lost much in recent flooding. We give thanks for the continued freedom of Christians to practice their faith in Burkina Faso and pray that many more would come to know of Your grace and mercy in this land.

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November 9
        Mali - Sovereign Lord, although there have been attempts to halt Christian evangelism in the recent past in Mali, we pray that You would continue to preserve current freedoms that Your Church holds in speaking out about You.

Azerbaijan – God in heaven, we ask that You bless changes being made to Azerbaijan’s Religion Law. We pray that that those in authority would seek to bring about greater freedom for those with religious beliefs so that all in Azerbaijan could be saved through coming to a knowledge of the truth.
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November 10
        Benin – Lord God, we give thanks that Benin has recently been a place of respite for refugees escaping persecution in neighboring Togo. We pray that Christians involved in this situation would be a great source of love and compassion toward those around them, particularly as refugees look to return to what remains of their homes.

Indonesia – Pray that no more Christians will be prosecuted on false charges. Pray that the authorities will act swiftly, responsibly, and effectively in apprehending, prosecuting, and punishing those responsible for the beheadings, bombings, and other anti-Christian attacks.
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November 11
        Laos - Thank you, Lord, that despite Laos government regulations to stifle the spread of the Gospel, Your Church continues to grow and bear fruit in this land. Give wisdom to Laos Christians in how they should interact within their particular culture, and let them run the race that You have put before them with all integrity and understanding.

Western Sahara - Pray for the moving of the Holy Spirit to come upon Western Sahara, that restrictions to evangelism will be lifted and an open door given to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Weekly Prayer Points- November 1- November 4, 2006

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November 1
India - Pray that new anti-conversion laws will not be passed by any more Indian states and that those states with such laws will not enforce them and will repeal this unjust legislation.

Mauritania - Praise God for changes to the constitution and greater freedom of expression under the current government.

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November 2
        Sudan - Holy God, we ask that You would allow the outgoing African Union troops in the Darfur region to be replaced by a United Nations force to protect innocent Sudanese from further atrocities. We seek Your hand to cleanse this land of its injustice and depravity.

Afghanistan – Lord, we ask that You protect Your people in Afghanistan, particularly those caught up in the violent power struggle in the south. We ask that Afghan Christians would contrast those around them in wearing spiritual armor, standing firm in truth and righteousness.

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November 3
        Kuwait – Pray for the authorities to grant visas for more expatriate pastors and lay church staff.

Bangladesh - Lord of Lords, we pray that though many in this country experience intimidation because of their faith, recently in attempts to receive even such things as hospital treatment, we ask that You would protect and care for those who walk in Your name. We ask that the general public and the government would be quick to condemn those who spread fear, and that You would cultivate a climate of tolerance and peace.

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November 4
        Japan - Pray for unity within the Christian churches, that through cooperation evangelistic outreaches would be extremely effective and for wisdom in planting new churches.

Guinea-Bissau - Almighty God, rice is now too expensive in Guinea-Bissau for many families to afford. We ask for Your grace and mercy upon this nation, that in their poverty You would provide abundantly to all who ask and that Your name would be proclaimed throughout this land as the One who provides not only for physical need but also cures eternal hunger too.

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WIN Email News November 2006 - The Cost of Reaping the Harvest in the 10/40 Window

2006-11-01T12:29:00.001-07:00

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November 10/40 Window Prayer Focus: The Cost of Reaping the Harvest in the 10/40 Window

Prayer is needed for those who have paid a great price in terms of persecution and sacrifice in order to evangelize new areas within the 10/40 Window.

For starters, three Indonesian Sunday school teachers, who were jailed for allegedly “forcing” Muslim children to become Christians, are standing together in faith during their incarceration.

Dr. Rebekka Zakaria, Eti Pangesti and Ratna Bangun, who are serving a three-year prison since September 2005, have denied the charges, which were brought against them by a militant Islamic group. The teachers maintain they had instructed the children to get permission from their parents before attending the local church program, and those who did not have permission were asked to go home.

Recently, Open Doors representatives were able to talk and pray with the trio. In the past year, the women have received 15,000 cards from all over the world. Their fellow prisoners, who are Muslims, are immensely impressed and say, “What good care Christians take of one another!”

The women are getting along well, but prison life is not easy. Every day Zakaria’s foster daughter, Linda, must bring food to the women because the prison food is bad. And the women miss their families, especially their children.

“All too quickly, our time with these impressive women of faith drew to a close,” said an Open Doors representative who visited the women. “We had come to encourage them. We left being encouraged by them, and we will continue to pray for them and other Persecuted Brothers and Sisters like them.”

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2006 International Day of Prayer For The
Persecuted Church

Christians worldwide are encouraged to stand in gap for more than 200 million suffering Christian Believers during the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church (IDOP) on Sunday, November 12.

Churches will focus on prayer and support during that day for our Brothers and Sisters who are being persecuted for their faith in Jesus Christ. One of the largest prayer events in the world, IDOP has heightened awareness of the Persecuted Church since 1996.

“The International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church presents a tremendous opportunity for millions of people to make a difference in the lives of those being persecuted for their faith in countries like North Korea, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Afghanistan, Iraq and many more,” says Open Doors USA President Dr. Carl Moeller. “Those persecuted believers have asked us who live in freedom to pray for them – always their number one request. And on Sunday, November 12 we have the opportunity to collectively lift our petitions to the Lord on their behalf.”

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New Life Church is a local church in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Our primary purpose is to reach our city for Christ, but we also understand the global need for the Gospel. We consistently and intentionally send short-term teams and long-term missionaries into the 10/40 Window every year. We believe it is vitally important for all people—young and old—to have first-hand experiences in other parts of the world to truly understand the need for prayer and missionaries worldwide.

This year, we’ve had teams of all ages go to the 10/40 Window nations, including Sudan, Israel, China, Oman, Tibet, and Iran. We also sent over 100 high school students to the World Cup in Germany to reach out to the dozens of nations gathered for the games. It wasn’t technically in the 10/40, but many of the spectators were from the 10/40 and because the Lord brought them together to one place, we knew we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to share the Gospel with them.

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WINDOWKIDS- What About Myanmar?

Khin left kindergarten when he was six because his parents were poor farmers and couldn’t afford to send him to school any longer. After leaving school, he sold ice cream at the railway station and several bus stops for three years. When he was nine, Khin went to work for a restaurant as a knife holder, which means he cut up vegetables. Two years later, he became a construction worker, and then at fourteen, Khin went to Rangoon looking for an easier job. One day, while he was sitting at the train station, a couple of army men kidnapped him. He was only a young teenager when forced into military training where he would be taught how to use guns, how to take over and burn villages, and how to kill people.

Myanmar, also called Burma, is believed to have about 70,000 child soldiers, more than any other country in the world. Some young people join voluntarily, because they cannot find any other way to make money, but most them are kidnapped just like Khin and are under the age of fifteen. Children are easy targets for the army in Myanmar because so many of them work on the streets trying to earn a living for their family.

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Day 31, East Timor, Gambia & West Bank and Gaza Strip

2006-11-01T12:27:00.001-07:00

East Timor, Southeast Asia
        Political Leader: Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão
Dominant Religion: Christianity (Catholicism)
Christians: 93% (Catholic 90%, Protestant 3%)
Persecution Ranking: Not Ranked
During the drafting of the constitution, many members of the public expressed their desire to declare Roman Catholicism as the official religion of East Timor. Ultimately, the drafters provided for separation of church and state in the constitution; thus there is no official state religion. Although 90% of the population is Catholic, most citizens also retain some vestiges of animistic beliefs and practices, which they have come to regard as more cultural than religious.
Despite government policy and practice reflecting a generally free practice of religion, incidents of violence continue to occur. According to Protestant leaders, individuals converting from Catholicism to Protestantism are often subject to harassment by family members and neighbors. In some cases, Protestant clergy and missionaries have been threatened or assaulted. In several instances, village leaders have refused to allow missionaries to evangelize in their villages. Most Protestant leaders report that Catholic church officials and government authorities have been helpful in resolving disputes and conflicts when they occur.
Prayer Points:
· Pray for political stability, and for peaceful racial and religious integration after several decades of civil war.

· Pray for the Timorese government to further national unity despite ancient ethnic, religious and political divisions.

· Pray that the Word of God would take deep root into the lives of both Catholic and Protestant Christians, and that many would become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.

· Pray that those who know the Lord Jesus would be stirred to share the Good News.

Lord Father, we pray stability in the region and protection for Your Church. We pray that the Christian Church would have an important role to play in this nation, that they would have divine wisdom, love, and unity, that they may glorify your name and lead others to You. We pray that You would use Your Church in East Timor to reflect Your light and Your love to those who don’t yet know You. Amen.
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Gambia, West Africa
        Leader: President Yaha A.J.J. Jammeh
Dominant Religion: Sunni Islam
Christians: 9%
Persecution Ranking: Not Ranked
Although Sunni Muslims constitute 90% of the population of the Gambia, there is no requirement for religious groups to register. Biblical and Koranic studies are provided in both public and private schools throughout the country without government restriction or interference. There is no state religion and much tolerance between the various communities.

Intermarriage between Muslims and Christians is common. Syncretism is practiced, and the country is deeply steeped in animism and folk religion.

Islam has steadily grown in influence, but Christian missionaries operating in the country have considerable opportunity to share their faith. There are no reports of religious prisoners or detainees.
Prayer Points:
· Pray that nominal Christians would experience revival and a new zeal to reach out with the Gospel of Jesus Christ to their neighbors, especially among children and young people.

· Pray for discipleship, leadership, and evangelism training among the small but growing evangelical community, and pray for continuing religious freedom to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

· Pray for Christian ministries including those involved in prison evangelism, that JESUS film, radio broadcasts, and Christian TV programs would gain wide exposure and be fruitful.

Lord Jesus, we pray for Your Church in the Gambia and ask particularly that You would raise up Gambian men and women who can lead the Church faithfully and with integrity. We also ask that you would bless their relationships with the Muslim community. In Your wisdom, provide leaders who will govern the country well in an atmosphere that will allow faith to flourish and grow. Amen.
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West Bank and Gaza Strip, Middle East
        Leader: President of Palestinian Authority Mahmud Abbas
Dominant Religion: Sunni Islam
Christians: 1-2%
Persecution Ranking: Not Ranked
A well run, free and fair election in January 2006 gave Hamas an overall majority in parliament. Their attempts to govern have been severely hampered by the cutting off of most outside aid and the blocking of most exports by Israel due to Hamas’ refusal to formally renounce violence and despite their effective ceasefire since early 2005. The lost aid has led to the non-payment of government workers leading to widespread economic hardship.

The Palestinian Basic Law, equivalent to a constitution, calls for “respect and sanctity” for Christianity, and this is respected. The Christian community has been deeply affected by the conflict with Israel that started on September 29th, 2000. Christians are frequently caught in the middle of Palestinian and Israeli violence.

Despite the strife and general tension some Muslims choose to follow Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Many suffer intense family pressure. In 2006, there was a series of violent attacks on Christian church property and threats against the Bible Society in Gaza. The authorities have provided what protection they can.

Today between 1-2% of the Palestinian population are Christians. This has fallen from 12% in 1967. Nowhere is the decline in the percentage of indigenous Christians more apparent than here. A major cause is emigration, prompted by the political situation perceived locally as an oppressive occupation.
Prayer Points:
· Pray for an enduring resolution of the conflict with Israel

· Pray that Christians would be protected from violence, whether committed by Israelis or Palestinians

· Pray that those who turn to Christ will find fellowship and discipleship

· Pray for a big reduction in the emigration of Christians, and that Believers’ passion to serve their Lord would (where possible) overcome the desire to leave

Dear Lord Jesus, the Holy One of God, who walked in these lands, bring peace we pray to these troubled areas. Grant perseverance and success to all who seek to be peacemakers, whether they are acting at local, national or regional levels. Uphold and strengthen Your Church, that it may truly reflect Your love and light. We pray for protection of all Christian ministries, that they may continue to bear witness to the true light of the world. Amen

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