Yemen

Converts from Islam encounter opposition from the authorities and extremist groups who threaten 'apostates' with death if they do not turn back to Islam. During 2008 several were arrested, physically harmed and threatened. The constitution guarantees freedom of religion, but also affirms Islam as the state religion and Shariah as the source of all legislation. Citizens cannot convert from Islam; evangelism among them is forbidden.

Examples of Persecution:

• In August 2010, a Christian who had been detained for several years was put in solitary confinement for 17 days
• During April 2010, one of the Christian assemblies was discontinued

Open Doors is: delivering Bibles, providing vocational training and also supports a discipleship training program

Please Pray:

• That more Christians will enter Yemen and for the safety of the workers already there
• For a continuing positive response to Christian radio and TV, and a revelation from God to those who search for truth on the internet
• For those who were arrested and abused last year, and those who fear similar treatment this year