A local pastor baptizes a new Yemeni believer in secret.
A local pastor baptizes a new Yemeni believer in secret.
Aug. 20, 2026 | Yemen

More than 50 Christians Imprisoned Without Charges

[4] prayers in [1] nation have been posted for Yemeni Christians.

In early 2026, local Yemeni authorities arrested more than 50 Christians, including pastors and church leaders, who remain in jail without charges. Family members were able to contact one of the imprisoned Christians, a pastor named Jon who was featured in VOM’s August 2023 magazine. Pastor Jon had been incarcerated several years earlier, and his life was threatened behind bars. This time he initially faced some health issues, but a front-line worker reported that his health has improved. “Please pray that those arrested will keep trusting the Lord and be light and salt to their captors and other prisoners,” a front-line worker requested. “Pray for their families and for their release. And pray that just like the first church in Acts... this persecution and church response would be an opportunity for the church to grow and for more to hear the Good News of our Lord.”

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  • Lord we pray for these brothers and sisters who are being detained in Yemen. May you be their peace, strength and provision during this time. Keep them we pray as strong witnesses for you. May they be released soon. We also pray for their families. Jeff Franklin
    Jeff F - USA
  • Lord Jesus Christ, I pray that the Yemeni Christians who were arrested will keep trusting You & will be light and salt to their captors & other prisoners. I pray that this persecution & church response would be an opportunity for the church to grow & for more to hear Your Good News. Keep their families safe, and unworried. And I pray for release. Amen
    Mariah Ki'erra D - USA
  • Dear LORD, I pray Your richest blessings upon the 50+ prisoners, Pastor Jon, may they serve You well in prison or free. I pray salvation upon the guards & other prisoners & that You would start a church right there in that prison! That the authorities will be amazed at their kindness & unwavering love.I pray miracles upon them. Thank You for salvation!
    Teresa R - USA
  • Beloved Father: Please rescue our brethren from prison! Protect them from torture & inhumane treatment. Heal our brother, Pastor Jon, completely. Protect & provide for their families. Help our brethren to remain steadfast in faith & a strong witness to their guards & fellow inmates. Soften the hearts of the authorities that they may turn to Jesus. Amen
    Mario C - USA
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