We’re celebrating the amazing faith of persecuted Christians who livein countries where following Jesuscosts the most…

In spite of;

their light still shines brightly.

• torture• imprisonment• deprivation • and martyrdom

1. North Korea2. Somalia3. Syria4. Iraq5. Afghanistan6. Saudi Arabia7. Maldives8. Pakistan9. Iran10. Yemen

In 2014, the top ten countries where it’s hardest to be a Christian are:

Open Doors works alongsideChristians in such places – to lookafter widows and orphans, equipand mentor pastors, counselpeople who are traumatised,provide food, education and Bibles. “It isn’t easy being a Christian in Iran but

that’s why I’m so happy that you’re (Open Doors Team) here with me today, encouraging me and teaching me new things.”

Sheefteh a believer in Iran

Thank you Father for the faith of ourbrothers and sisters who represent you in North Korea, Somalia,Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia,Maldives, Pakistan, Iran and Yemen.We ask you to protect them, encouragethem, provide for them and strengthen them.

We ask that you bless the money we raise today and the Open Doors workers who will use it to help your family of vulnerable believers. Thank you for all the blessings and freedom we enjoy in this country.

Amen

• £216 will provide a year’s worth of carefor a child who has lost their parents dueto persecution

• £140 can run a safe house for a month, providing a refuge for Christians under threat

• £75 can provide one month’s support for a traumatised Christian to help them find healing and grow in their faith

This Great Big Tea Party is baking a difference for ourpersecuted brothers and sisters.

Remember them. Pray for them. Generously support them.

By getting involved in the Great Big Tea Party you make a big difference to our suffering brothers and sisters, around the world.

Your prayers and support shine God’s light into their darkness and give them hope for the future.