INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE PERSECUTED CHURCH · SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2026

Pray for the persecuted church

Mark November 1st on your calendar and gather your church, group, or family to join believers around the world in prayer for our persecuted brothers and sisters, with a special focus on the countries where VOM and OM serve.

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What is IDOP

One day, one church, praying as one

The International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church (IDOP) is held annually on the first Sunday of November, uniting Christians around the world in prayer for believers facing persecution because of their faith in Jesus Christ.

 

This year, VOM NZ and OM NZ are partnering to encourage churches across New Zealand to stand as one, praying for those who faithfully live and serve Jesus in some of the world’s most challenging environments.

Voices from the Field

Hear from those who are there

Join in prayer with Christians serving on the front lines of faith as they share their prayers, challenges, and requests from persecuted regions.

Prayers For Africa

"Please pray that the Lord Jesus Christ will bring healing and strength to these injured men [evangelists attacked while preaching] , and that He will soften the hearts of those who attacked them, so they too may come to know the gospel they now oppose."
Frontline WorkerEthiopia
"Please strengthen the faith of our church members, especially those who became discouraged when our instruments were taken and our worship was disrupted. Renew their courage, restore their hope, and help them remain steadfast in their faith."
Thalia Yacoubou - women’s and children’s ministry leader,Benin
"Thank you, heavenly Father, For your love towards us... We know that you are looking after each nation, that you will bless each and every one of our churches and that your people will be glorified in this nation." We ask these things in your heavenly name. Amen.
PastorCentral African Republic

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Mark 1st November.

Gather Others.

Pray.

However you gather — as a church, a small group, a family or on your own — join believers worldwide in a day set aside for the persecuted church.

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