No churches have been registered in the country in nearly 20 years.
No churches have been registered in the country in nearly 20 years.
Dec. 25, 2025 | Turkmenistan

Pastor Seeks to Register New Church

[53] prayers in [5] nations have been posted for church in Turkmenistan.

Despite government restrictions, one pastor in Turkmenistan hopes to register his church soon. Christian worship has been limited to churches in government-sanctioned denominations, but other churches do exist. The pastor said, “Since 2007, no church has been registered in Turkmenistan. We are praying for a miracle!” The church is small but has active outreach events, such as a sports ministry for youth, despite experiencing past pressures and even arrests for its Christian ministry work. Pray that the Lord’s favor will be on the church’s application and that this small community of faith will grow. “We are deeply grateful for your faithful prayers and support as we continue walking together for the kingdom of God,” the pastor said.

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  • Lord, allow this church and many more to register without difficulty so that Your Word may go forth and bring a rich harvest of souls.Grow this church into a large fellowship of mature Believers able to disciple others and start more churches. Grant the pastor favor. May Your Kingdom grow and be firmly established in Turkmenistan.
    Beth P - USA
  • Gracious Lord God, thank You for this church's work in spreading the Gospel. Please hear the prayers of their leaders for their church to be registered. Grant them favor in the eyes of those reviewing their application. May this bring freedom to continue the work of Your Kingdom. Let this church grow in numbers and in grace and in the knowledge of God
    Jean S - Canada
  • Dear Lord, we are asking for a miracle in Turkmenistan for the government to register this small church that would do so much good in their community. Encourage the church to trust you fully for a miracle to happen. Help officials to see the good they can do for fellow countrymen. We rejoice in what you are going to do.
    In Jesus name, amen.
    Debi H - USA
  • In the giving name of Jesus, our heavenly Father, our Savior, as brothers and sisters in Christ we praise You for service of churches in Turkmenistan. We ask for provision, for hedge of protection, and heavenly angels encamp around and minister to them. Amen
    Gary F - USA
  • Almighty God, I give thanks for this bold pastor's refusal to just accept the status quo. I pray You would intervene on their behalf, and for this church to obtain the desired registration. Registered or not, I pray this pastor & congregation would continue their outreach efforts. I pray these efforts would bear much fruit, drawing many to the Lord.
    Curtis M - USA
  • Heavenly Father,
    We pray for Turkmenistan, that new church plants will be allowed. May the Word go forth. We pray all these signs in Jesus' mighty name!

    Robert M - USA
  • Dear Lord Jesus, thank you for the faith of our brother in Christ as we pray for a miracle so that his church may be registered. Help the community of believers to stay faithful and continue to serve and disciple believers as you lead them. Open ways for Turkmen to hear the gospel in their own language and open their hearts to your truth.
    Margaret H - USA
  • Father God,
    We pray for Your churches in Turkmenistan to be strengthened to know who they are in You. Holy Spirit guide them in prayer and action. We pray for the outreaches to continue and expand. We pray for Your people to sense Your presence and where You are working. Give them vision and unity. Bless them with protection and provision. Transform !
    Karen G - USA
  • God of Miracles, This pastor is leading his church, not only in helping the youth of his community with sports, but with community wholesome events. Grant him favor with local authorities and those higher up to bring more stability and less needs to be met to families that lack and are a burden on the economy of this area. Let good overcome evil. Amen.
    Jim E - USA
  • I pray for favor that defies belief that would allow my brother to register his church, even if no one understands how this permission was granted. I pray that once allowed to register that they will be able to be fruitful, yet hidden and protected.
    Joy Carol D - USA
  • Father, God of miracles, may you bless this church with the miracle they are praying for. Turn the hearts of the authorities to approve this application, by your divine favor and blessing. Give wisdom to the pastor and congregation in all they do to spread the gospel, that many will come to faith in Jesus. Protect them from all harm. Amen.
    Selma O - USA
  • Father we pray that You will break through every barrier and every thing that stands in the way of this brand new registered church. We pray You will make the hearts of the officials softened and that they will make things go smoothly. We pray for the members of this church. Please encourage them. In Jesus Name Amen
    cheri w - USA
  • Father I speak blessing & thriving to this Pastor and Church for all they need to light the fire of New LIFE in their community in Jesus. Fill them with Your Holy Spirit with all the gifts and fruits showing up BIG TIME to help transmits Your LOVE to this country & those living in darkness. Pour out warrior angels to assist & Guide & protect each one.
    William N - USA
  • Dear Lord, all authority in heaven and earth is Yours. Please grant that this church may be registered and recognized in this community. Bless this pastor and your people there with boldness and faith to reach out to their community.
    In Jesus' name.
    Gary H - USA
  • I pray they will be allowed to register more churches and grow in their faith.
    Barbara T - USA
  • Dear Lord, may your mercy and grace fall upon those who are trying to get their church registered in Turkmenistan. Amen.
    Tom H - USA
  • If Your will is that this church be registered then nothing can stop it. If this would do a great service to Your cause and grow Christians, adding to their faith and numbers, then may this church be registered. Grant favor and benevolence to the church in the community. Let others see the good work done there in Your Name.
    Pam M - USA
  • Lord Jesus, our Provider, I pray that this church in Turkmenistan be granted swift registration so that all their congregation my gather and worship without fear of persecution by government officials. May all churches in this region be granted registration so that the gospel of Christ will spread to all who hear. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen!
    Chaplain Dale I - USA
  • Dear Father in Heaven, You are the Way Maker and Miracle worker. We also know from your Word that you can turn the hearts of men to accomplish your will. I pray that this would be the case and that there would be favor upon this congregation. We ask that many lives would be strengthened and encouraged thru your Word going forth. Your will be done.
    Connie D - USA
  • Lord please give Your favor and provide a miracle so that they can be registered and spread th gospel to more people. Please also provide
    For their needs and give them Your peace, joy and strength.
    Faith G - USA
  • Father, thank you for the faith of this Pastor in Turkmenistan. Grant his heart's desire to get his church registered. Soften the hearts of the officials and bring them to faith in you. May this church be the first of many to get their registration so your kingdom may grow in faith and numbers. In Jesus name.
    Judy K - Canada
  • Holy Father, I pray for believers in Turkmenistan: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Praise You for them! Strengthen, unify, guard & guide them. Cause them to grow in numbers & to find favor with authorities. Bring those around them to Christ!


    Lisa D - USA
  • Lord Jesus, it's beyond me why so many reject Your truth, love and saving grace and to fill themselves with hatred, violence and a burden of rules to try to earn Your favor. I pray that You strengthen and protect Your believers so they can continue to care for and spread Your truth to all their countrymen.
    Joel B - USA
  • Holy, Almighty Father God, I pray for Your powerful favor on this church as they seek official registration. Change the hearts of the nation's leadership that churches may worship in freedom, bringing the youth up in the way of Christ. May this small congregation prosper in every good way. In Jesus' Strong Name I pray.
    Rose T - USA
  • Lord bless&guide this faithful church! We pray the Lord's favor will be on the church's application&this small community of faith will grow& be a strong light in Turkmenistan. We join in asking for a miracle as you have given this bold faith to church leaders. Open more doors for the gospel to bring many to repentance&living faith in Jesus, coming SOON
    Jane G - USA
  • Dear Lord, I praise You for this faithful church! I praise You for the leadership of the pastor. I pray that You will bless them with great favor to get their church registered. I join them in praying for the miracle. I praise You for their outreach, and I pray they will see many souls come to Christ. Bless and protect them. In Jesus' name, amen!
    Barry D - USA
  • Thank You, Lord for the vision and passion You have given Your people for ministry. I pray nothing would stand in the way of this church leading others to You. I pray this church will be registered if it's in Your will. In Jesus Powerful Name, amen
    Debbie M - USA
  • Father God, You are able to do all things. Bless our sisters & brothers in Christ in Turkmenistan & give them great favor to register the church. Give them courage & wisdom & a heart for the lost. Provide for their needs. Help them to proclaim Christ & Him crucified to all who will listen. Give them joy in You. In the Name of Jesus Christ. Amen
    Rebecca C - USA
  • Abba Father, we pray Your favor will be on the church's application to be registered, and we pray that this small community of faith will grow and, in turn, impact other lives for Christ and the advancement of Your Kingdom. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen.
    Everett T - USA
  • Father, we pray for a miracle that Turkmenistan officials will allow a non-sanctioned church. If not, we pray for the pastor to have wisdom in the situation. Pray the church's outreach will continue whether of now the church us registered.In Jesus holy name, Amen.
    Sally L - USA
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