This Christian man was attacked because of his efforts to construct a church building.
This Christian man was attacked because of his efforts to construct a church building.
May. 07, 2026 | Ethiopia

Christians Attacked While Constructing Church

[4] prayers in [3] nations have been posted for Christians in Ethiopia.

On Apr. 7, 2026, a group of Christians was injured while constructing a church building in western Ethiopia near the border with Sudan. A mob of Muslim extremists wielding machetes attacked the Christian men in an attempt to stop the construction of the church. The Christians had been warned not to build in the area but continued to do so, as Christians in that region do not have a place to gather. Though the men were wounded in the attack, the construction of the church continued. “Please pray for their healing from physical injuries, the courage to continue witnessing for Christ and for God to soften the hearts of the persecutors,” a front-line worker requested.

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  • Most High, please grant these men your grace to count it all joy to suffer for righteousness' sake. Don't let their hearts faint, nor their faith fail, but strengthen them with might by your Spirit in the inner man. Remind them that your Son was also assaulted by men, and grant them fellowship in his sufferings which are precious in your eyes.
    Philip H - United Kingdom
  • Dear Father, please bring healing to the men hurt in this attack in Ethiopia, spiritually, physically, and emotionally. May they have joy that they were counted worthy of suffering for Jesus' sake. Protect the building plans from further harm, grant our brothers courage & love to keep witnessing to your truth, and work in the hearts of their enemies.
    LAURA G - USA
  • Beloved & Holy Father: Praise be to You for the steadfast witness of our brethren! Please heal their injuries, protect them from further attack, & build up this church in the midst of hostility. Soften the hearts of the Islamists that they would repent & turn to Jesus. Pour Your terror upon those who will not accept Your mercy. In the Name of Jesus.
    Mario C - USA
  • Lord Jesus, you have said "upon this rock I will build my church and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it" therefore Lord; disappoint all their efforts to stop the continuons building of the church, heal those who were attacked and injured, and give your people a place to gather and worship in your presence and draw more to the church. Amen
    Great O - Nigeria
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