Bangladesh
Church destroyed in fire in Bangladesh – but Christians are unlikely to receive justice
Please pray for a community of Christians in Bangladesh whose church was destroyed in a fire. Their complaints have been silenced by the local community, and they are understandably frustrated and upset. A church has been completely destroyed in a fire in a remote village in Bangladesh – and the local Christians are struggling to […]
The gift of goats: how you’re changing lives in Bangladesh
From goat rearing to adult literacy classes, your gifts and prayers are making a huge difference to the lives of vulnerable Christians in Bangladesh. Your gifts and prayers often support the distribution of Bibles, provision of emergency food or essential trauma care. But sometimes persecuted believers need something a little unusual: for families in Bangladesh, […]
Three stories of courageous faith in Bangladesh – and your role in them
As a minority in Bangladesh, Christians are acutely vulnerable to persecution. These three stories highlight how costly it can be to be a Christian in Bangladesh – which is number 31 on the World Watch List – and how, with your help and prayers, Open Doors local partners are coming alongside them to provide support – even […]
Three stories of Bangladeshi converts being persecuted – but standing strong
Hindu group apologises after disrupting celebration of 45 baptisms in Bangladesh
Joy in Bangladesh as new pool already used to baptise 49 new Christians!
UPDATE: Akram from Bangladesh freed after 81 days in jail – thank you for praying
Akram from Bangladesh has been released from prison after 81 days – thank you for your prayers for him and his family.
Sunday school shut down by mob in Bangladesh
A Sunday school for Christian children from Muslim backgrounds has been forced to shut down in Bangladesh, after a group of Muslim women stormed the group and threatened people.
Rising number of converts targeted as political and social unrest engulfs Bangladesh
Your urgent prayers are needed for our family in Bangladesh, with converts targeted amidst an escalating national crisis that’s led to the resignation of its Prime Minister. This article will continue to be updated as we get news from Bangladesh.
“Drive out the Christians from Bangladesh” – the hidden impact of the country’s ongoing crisis
As Bangladesh remains embroiled in crisis, the impact on religious minorities, including Christians, continues to be acute and often hidden. Open Doors local partners are working hard to reach vulnerable believers and here are some of their stories…
Two evangelists beaten and imprisoned as Bangladesh crisis continues to bring heightened risk
The ongoing crisis in Bangladesh continues to put Christians and other religious minorities at heightened risks of attack. Please continue to pray.
Death threats and destruction for believers in ongoing unrest in Bangladesh
A family of converts from Islam received death threats when a group of Muslim extremists came to their door late at night – the latest example of escalating persecution in Bangladesh.
How are Christian children persecuted in Bangladesh?
A local Open Doors partner explains how Christian children are persecuted for their faith in Bangladesh, and how Open Doors help.
Rumana shouldn’t have to be alone at Christmas
Rumana (9) in Bangaldesh faces rejection and bullying for being a Christian. She has extraordinary faith, but often feels alone.
You’re helping 9-year-old Moryom to live her dream in Bangladesh
Moryom (9) from Bangladesh is rejected, mocked and bullied at school for her faith. Thanks to your prayers and gifts, she can spend time with other Christian children at Sunday school, where she is accepted and loved.