Kazakh police electronically file charges against church members inside a church in Semey, Kazakhstan.
Kazakh police electronically file charges against church members inside a church in Semey, Kazakhstan.
Jun. 25, 2026 | Kazakhstan

Police Raid Church

[2] prayers in [1] nation have been posted for Kazakhstan Christians.

A church in the town of Semey, located in far eastern Kazakhstan, was raided during Sunday morning services on May 24, 2026. According to the police, someone had called the Kazakh police emergency number to report that religious activities of an unregistered community were taking place. “A police squad of about 10 people arrived during the service,” said one of the leaders. “After the service ended, everyone present except for mothers with children was told not to leave. Officers explained the reason for their visit and said that the church members were violating the laws of the Republic of Kazakhstan by performing religious rites.” Charges were filed against 15 church members, including the pastor. The church members request prayer for favor and that they will be allowed to continue meeting.

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  • Lord we pray for Your favor in the legal process facing our brothers and sisters in Kazakhstan. May you give them your peace as they go through this. Jeff Franklin
    Jeff F - USA
  • Beloved Father: Please soften the hearts of Kazakh officials that they may drop these charges against our brethren & stop their persecution of the churches. Please sustain, encourage, & embolden our brethren that they would stand firm in the faith. Please enlarge Your harvest throughout Kazakhstan. We pray in the Mighty Name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
    Mario C - USA
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