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Invite an Open Doors speaker to share powerful, real-life stories that will shape how your congregation understands and engages with the persecuted church.

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Church visits last year

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Speakers across the UK & Ireland

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Speakers for every age and stage of church life

We want to build faith, stir courage, and strengthen the local church by standing shoulder to shoulder with our persecuted church family around the world.

Our speakers travel across the UK and Ireland to share powerful, real-life stories that will shape how your congregation understands and engages with the persecuted church and embolden them to live for Jesus in their locality.

Whether it’s a Sunday service, a midweek gathering, or a youth event, we tailor every message to encourage, equip, and inspire your community.

What churches say

Hear from church leaders who have hosted Open Doors speakers

“Having an Open Doors speaker at our church was an incredibly powerful experience. The stories they shared moved our whole congregation and gave us a deeper understanding of what it means to follow Jesus in the face of persecution.”

— Tim Hughes, Gas Street Church, Birmingham

“We were so encouraged by the speaker from Open Doors. Their message was faith-building, biblical, and full of powerful stories from the persecuted church. They communicated with clarity and grace — our whole church was deeply inspired and challenged.”

— Steve Petch, Welcome Church Woking (Newfrontiers)

“The Open Doors Team have a wonderful ability to tell the stories of the global persecuted church in ways that impact and move you. They bring people and places to life, not only to inspire but also to inform.”

— Sarah Whittleston, Elim Life Church & Elim National Prayer Director

“Speakers from Open Doors have always been excellent. They come with a genuine spirit of partnership, seeking to serve the local church, and they consistently raise awareness of the need to pray for the persecuted church across the globe.”

— Danny Murphy, United Church & AOG National Leadership Team

“An Open Doors prayer service has become an annual fixture in our church diary. It is both humbling and faith-building to hear inspiring stories about our brothers and sisters who are standing for Christ in much harder contexts than those we face.”

— Richard Lacey, Woodgreen Evangelical Church, Worcester

“We have so much to learn from the persecuted church; hearing their stories of courage reignites faith and reminds us what it truly means to follow Jesus. An Open Doors speaker doesn’t just inform your church, they challenge and inspire deeper prayer and compassion.”

— Anna Hyde, St Gregory’s Newquay

See our speakers in action

Watch how our speakers bring the stories of persecuted Christians to life — sharing powerful testimonies and unpacking Scripture in a way that grows connection and builds faith. Each talk is prayerfully shaped to fit your church’s context and needs.

Flexible to your needs

Available for Sunday services, midweek gatherings, prayer and worship evenings, youth groups, and young adult communities
Flexible delivery: in person, live online, or high-quality pre-record
Adaptable length: from a short 15-minute slot to a full-length sermon
Optional guest: we can also explore bringing a persecuted Christian to share their story firsthand

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New Life Baptist Church

What to expect

Every speaker visit is designed to engage, inspire, and equip your church community

First-hand stories

Hear powerful testimonies from persecuted Christians around the world, many from our speakers’ own experiences of encountering the persecuted church.

Quality Bible teaching

A churches team with significant church leadership and preaching experience supporting, training, and learning from a growing team of 80+ volunteer speakers located around the country.

Free resources

We offer prayer resources across the ages and stages to inform and equip your prayers and build faith.

Interactive sessions

Our speakers can lead creative and experiential prayer and worship sessions, and include Q&A for your congregation to engage deeper with the reality of persecution.

How it works

From request to visit in four simple steps

Submit your request

Fill in the form below with your event details and preferences.

We match a speaker

Our team will find the perfect speaker for your church and topic.

Confirm details

We’ll be in touch to finalise timing, format, and any special requests.

Speaker visits

Your speaker arrives ready to inspire, challenge, and equip your congregation.

Book your speaker

Complete the form below and we’ll be in touch within 3 working days

Your Details

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Frequently asked questions

Do you charge for a speaker to come to our church?

No, our speaker ministry is completely free. We believe every church should have the opportunity to connect with the persecuted church regardless of their size or resources. If you’d like to take a collection or make a donation to support the work of Open Doors, that’s very welcome but never expected.

How far in advance should we book?

We recommend booking at least 6–8 weeks in advance to ensure availability, though we can sometimes accommodate shorter notice requests. For major events or specific dates, booking 3–6 months ahead is advisable.

Can we request a specific topic or country focus?

Our speakers can often accommodate requests for specific countries or themes where possible. Let us know your preferences in the booking form and we’ll do our best to match you with a speaker who can meet your needs.

What AV equipment do you need?

Ideally, we’d like access to a projector/screen and sound system for showing videos and images. However, our speakers are flexible and can adapt to whatever setup you have available. We’ll discuss technical requirements when confirming your booking.

Can the speaker stay for Q&A after the talk?

Yes, most of our speakers are happy to stay for questions, either as part of the main session or afterwards over refreshments. Just let us know your preference and we’ll factor it into the planning.