Qatar

Key Facts:

Leader:
Emir Sheikh Hamad
Population:
841,000 (8% Christian)
Majority Religions:
Islam
Type of Government:
Traditional emirate

This is one of the wealthiest Gulf states. The local population is outnumbered by foreign workers. Expatriates are able to worship in public and rent space to meet in, and many Christian denominations are recognised by the government. Individuals may bring a Bible into the country for personal use but importing and distributing large quantities is banned. Missionary groups are not allowed to work in the country. Sharing the Good News with Qatari people could mean up to ten years in prison.

Prayer

• Praise God that a new church compound has been granted—the first since the arrival of Islam. Pray for the building of the church.
• The Bible Society shop can only sell to expatriates. Pray that the local population would also have access to the Scriptures.
• Pray for the tiny handful of Qatari believers.