Dan and Tee claimed their son's body but were not allowed to hold a Christian funeral.
Dan and Tee claimed their son's body but were not allowed to hold a Christian funeral.
Jan. 08, 2026 | Laos

Christians' Grief Compounded by Funeral Ban

[13] prayers in [4] nations have been posted for Dan and Tee.

A Christian couple in a northern province of Laos continues to suffer painful persecution after the unresolved death of their son. On Sunday, Nov. 2, Khong, 22, missed the church service because he was searching for his stolen motorbike. He did not return, and two days later, his body was found in a nearby rice field. No cause of death has been determined. Khong’s parents, Dan and Tee, wanted to bring the body home for a Christian funeral, but the head of their village refused to allow it unless they paid an exorbitant fee. The owner of the land where the body was found has also demanded a cow for a spirit ceremony to cleanse his land. The fines and ongoing threats and demands are compounding the grief Dan and Tee have experienced. Pray for their comfort and encouragement in this difficult time.

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  • Lord Jesus,
    I pray for Dan and Tee to be strengthened in their faith during this difficult time, as they are unable to attend church and deeply miss the fellowship. Please give them strength, peace, and hope, and help them to trust You more each day.
    Amen.
    Justin V - Laos
  • Father God, righteousness and justice is the foundation of Your throne. I pray that You would intervene in this situation to bring about justice for Dan and Tee so that they will not suffer sorrow upon sorrow but will be comforted in their grief. Amen .
    Ginny S - USA
  • Everlasting Father in heaven we comit this family into your hands and we pray for comfort in this trying time, please be with them and comfort them, strengthen them and help them. Let your will be done and take control over their lives in Jesus name amen
    Great O - Nigeria
  • Holy Father, I pray for believers in Laos: Protect, provide for, comfort, strengthen, encourage & guide them. May they stay strong & united in faith, hope & love, committed to Christ. Praise You for them! Console, guard, guide & sustain them, especially Dan & Tee & others facing situations like theirs. Give them justice & hope! In Jesus' Name. Amen.

    Lisa D - USA
  • O God. Please destroy the enemy's evil attack on this family. Remove all barriers to their being able to properly bury their son, and rebuke the mischief, the fines, and the cruelty so that Satan will leave them alone! Give them Your blessings, favor, peace, and victory over all evil. In Jesus' Name. Thank You. Amen.
    Christienne D - USA
  • Dear Lord,

    As stated above, we pray that You can reduce the impending fines, threats, and demands that are compounding the grief Dan and Tee have experienced. We pray for their comfort and encouragement in this difficult time of grief. We know they are discouraged, but allow them to be driven to share the Gospel. Please provide justice.

    Amen!
    Chris R - USA
  • Father God, comfort & console Dan & Tee as they mourn the loss of their precious son. Work through this situation to bring You glory & praise. Provide what is needed for them to bury their son's body. Break the hearts of their persecutors & open eyes to their own need for Christ. Give Dan & Tee great favor in the village. In the Name of Jesus.
    Rebecca C - USA
  • Lord Jesus please comfort Dan and Tee in the loss of their son. Provide what they need to give their son a proper burial. Comfort their church. Work miracles for your glory in their community. In your name I pray.
    Leslie O - USA
  • Kind Father,
    Please comfort and encourage through Your Spirit Dan and Tee. Your Grace, mercy, and Peace "" in the Name of Messiah, Yahshua, Lord Christ Jesus. Thank you for your Love and Who You Are. Amen.
    Matthew H - USA
  • Padre ayuda por piedad a Dan y Tee en Laos, con ese sufrimiento enorme despues del fallecimiento terrible de su hijo Khong. Conoces las circunstancias alrededor de esta tragedia y ves tambien las dificultades y obstaculos que les añaden los aldeanos de su provincia para poder darle un funeral cristiano. Alivia todo dolor a Tus hijos, por piedad Señor
    Gonzalo Felipe M - Chile
  • Dear Father we pray that the village chief will allow Dan nd Tee to have their son's body to mourn and bury. Bless them with your comfort and strength as they cope with their son's death as well as persecution
    In Jesus name, Amen.
    Lois Y - USA
  • Lord God, you are close to the broken-hearted and save those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 Please provide comfort and peace to Dan and Tee who are grieving the loss of their precious son, Khong. We ask that you provide answers for his death and those involved will be brought to justice. Let Dan and Tee grow in their faith.
    Roberta V - USA
  • Beloved Father: Please comfort Dan & Tee with the presence of Your Holy Spirit. Please bring the truth to light concerning the death of their son. Please make Your hand heavy upon the thief who stole the motorbike, upon the corrupt village leader, & upon the landowner who is forcing our brethren to provide a cow. We pray in the Name of Jesus. Amen.
    Mario C - USA