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2026 Update: The Persecuted Church

Every year, the Open Doors World Watch List ranks the top 50 countries where Christians experience the most persecution for their faith. It is the product of extensive desk and field research, independently audited by the International Institute of Religious Freedom, and is the most trusted source of information concerning persecuted Christians. 

Tune in to the national online event Sunday, January 18th at 7 p.m. ET for prayer, analysis, and the reveal of the top 50 countries on the 2026 World Watch List. 

For the list, key findings, and a downloadable Prayer Guide, visit opendoorscanada.org/worldwatchlist.

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