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Overview:

Boko Haram raids on Christian-majority villages along the northwestern border with Nigeria have specifically targeted churches and Christian activity. In a typical attack, Christians are killed or displaced, churches are burned and homes are destroyed. Several Christian villages have been abandoned completely after recurring attacks, which have included killings, kidnappings, and the burning of houses, schools and churches.

Major Religion:

Cameroon is a majority-Christian country, including 52 percent Christians and 24 percent Muslims.

Persecutor:

The main persecutor is the Boko Haram Islamic terrorist group.

What It Means To Follow Christ In Cameroon

Most of Cameroon has a thriving Christian presence and many churches. But Christians living along the Nigerian border have experienced repeated, brutal attacks by Boko Haram. In these villages 50 to 80 miles from the border, men, women and children are attacked simply for being known as Christians.

Access To Bibles:

Bibles are generally available, but distributing them in the north is challenging because of security issues. Many people cannot afford a Bible and would prefer the Scriptures in a local language rather than French or English. Bible translation ministries have done significant work translating the Bible into local languages, such as the local Fulani dialect, in both Roman and Arabic script. Give Bibles

VOM Work:

VOM is helping restore persecuted Christians to spiritual wellness through relief and ministry efforts among the displaced in northern Cameroon, where many have fled their villages because of attacks by Boko Haram. VOM also supports pastors and evangelists who are ministering in areas targeted by Boko Haram. Give to VOM’s Global Ministry

Prayer Requests:

  • Pray for the comfort and healing of families who have lost loved ones in attacks by Boko Haram.
  • Pray for the safety of Bible distributors working in dangerous regions.
  • Praise God for Bible translation efforts in Cameroon's many local languages.
  • Pray for front-line workers who serve the spiritual and emotional needs of Christians displaced by Boko Haram attacks.
  • Pray that members of Boko Haram will see the brokenness of their lives and turn to faith in Christ.
  • Pray that Christians living along the Nigerian border will stand firm as they experience attacks by Boko Haram.