World Watch Weekly

Today Brother Andrew turns 94! In this episode, we discuss the impact of Brother Andrew, his book God's Smuggler and hear a challenge to pray from one of Brother Andrew's other books, Secret Believers. Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

In this episode, we hear from Charity whose village was attacked by Boko Haram. We'll hear how she was able to find healing in the aftermath of that event and learn how we can pray for believers in Nigeria.  Read more of Charity's story at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/charity-finds-hope-beyond-the-violence/ Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

In this podcast, we learn about persecution in the majority Christian nation of Ethiopia. We'll learn about how Christians there are being persecuted by other Christians, we'll hear a story of a believer from a Muslim background who lost their arm because of their faith and we'll pray for the ongoing conflict in the Tigray region.  Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

Easter can be a difficult time for believers around the globe as violence and pressure often increase during this season. Listen in as we tell the story of a young woman who was deeply affected by the 2019 Easter bombing in Sri Lanka. We'll hear her story and see how Easter reminds us that even tragedy can be turned to hope.  Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

In this episode, we'll learn more about Ramadan from a believer from a Muslim background. We'll get insights into the experiences of Christians during Ramadan and learn how to pray during this time.  Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

In this episode, Andrew updates us about an alarming threat in India and issues a call to pray for 26 pastors who are under imminent threat.  Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

In this episode, Jared shares some disheartening news from North Korea and spends sometime praying for our brothers and sisters there. Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

In this episode, we do something a little different and react to how the World Watch List has changed since 2014. As we look at the differences, we'll see how persecution is growing and spend some time praying for our persecuted family.  Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

Ever since 2018, Open Doors has been conducting research to discover how men and women experience persecution. This year's Gender-Specific Religious Persecution report highlights the different methods of persecution faced by men and women. In this episode, we discuss some of the differences and pray for our brothers and sisters around the world.  Download a copy of the Gender-Specific Religious Persecution report at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/genderedpersecution/.  Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*

The world is watching what is happening in Eastern Europe. In this episode, we talk about the church in Ukraine and Russia. Join us as we pray for our brothers and sisters across the world.  Invite your MP to the World Watch List Canadian parliamentary release at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/inviteyourMP. Download the 40 Days of Prayer for North Korea at  https://www.opendoorscanada.org/product/40-day/.  Join the discussion on the Open Doors Discord server at  https://discord.gg/ABBAr5sCQb. Download a copy of the 2022 World Watch List at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist/.  Find more resources to pray for the persecuted church at https://www.opendoorscanada.org/get-involved/pray/.  Get in touch with us at podcast@odcan.org. Subscribe to the World Watch Weekly podcast via iTunes, PodBean, or Spotify. *Names may be changed for security purposes*