| Day 12: Peoples of Djibouti Posted: 09 Mar 2012 10:00 PM PST During this Secret Church on Good Friday, April 6, we are focusing our prayer time on the people of the Horn of Africa. Throughout the weeks leading up to Secret Church we will post information and prayer requests on this blog. We invite you to join us in learning about and praying for the people of the Horn.  Photo Courtesy of Daniel Phillips Over the next few days, take time to pray for these hard-to-reach peoples in Djibouti. - The Afars' main territories are in Ethiopia and Eritrea, where there is little witness at present. In Djibouti, the primarily nomadic Afar are increasingly urbanized due to economic pressures. There is no known church among them.
- The Somalis are a small branch of the larger populations in Somalia and Ethiopia. The Somalis in Djibouti are a key for the evangelization of their kinsmen across the border.
- Arabs, both local and Yemeni, need a specific approach directed to their spiritual needs. There is no work among them, despite possibly being more accessible here than in Yemen.
- Ethnic minorities. As a strategic port city, Djibouti attracts foreigners from many lands. Most of these—French, Greek, Pakistani, Senegalese, Indian and others—have little exposure to vibrant Christian witness.
Ways to Pray - Pray for the salvation of the Afar, Somalis, Arabs, and ethnic minorities living in Djibouti.
- Ask God to bless discipleship and church planting efforts among these peoples.
- Pray for Christ-followers whom God is calling to work with these people groups.
For more information about and ways to pray for the people of the Horn of Africa, visit Pray for the Horn. Source: Operation World |
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