Officials in an Arab nation have arrested roughly 50 Christians since the start of 2026.
Officials in an Arab nation have arrested roughly 50 Christians since the start of 2026.
Mar. 19, 2026 | Middle East

Christian Leaders Arrested

[3] prayers in [2] nations have been posted for Christians in the Middle East.

Since the beginning of 2026, more than two dozen Christians, including converts and church leaders, have been arrested and detained without any charges in a Middle Eastern nation. “Family members haven’t been able to contact them,” said a front-line worker, adding that at least three Christians disappeared without anyone knowing what happened to them. “The situation is bad. Families are struggling.” The front-line worker asks for prayer for the protection of those who have been arrested; for each person who has been detained and their families to sense God’s peace; and that they will soon be released and permitted to continue their Christian activities.

Write your own prayer for Christians in the Middle East

  • Dear Father we pray for the return of these Christians who have disappeared. Keep them safe and protect t&em from harm. Please release them from captivity. Grant their families peace and strengthen them to pray.
    Oh God we trust in your mighty power.
    We pray in Jesus name, Amen.
    Lois Y - USA
  • Beloved Father: Please fight against these officials who have captured our brethren. Cause Your terror to fall upon them that they will not be able to sleep for fear of Your terror. May they fall to their knees before You in repentance & release our brethren. Please protect our brethren & grant Your peace to their family members. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
    Mario C - USA
  • Dearest father in heaven we pray for Christians in the Middle East, please help and protect them and strengthen the families of those arrested and detained, comfort them and be with them to sense God's presence. Also be with those arrested and keep them from evil, strengthen their faith to trust in you for deliverance and liberation in Jesus name amen
    Great O - Nigeria
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