Faithfulness Amid Restricted Freedoms
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Throughout the world, restrictions on religious freedom and basic human rights infringe upon Baptists specifically and societies generally. Committed to a biblical understanding of the image of God in every person, the BWA defends an ethic of life; supports religious freedom for all; stands in solidarity with the marginalized; advocates at every level; trains and networks proactively; and mobilizes for religious freedom, human rights, and justice.
239 Member Bodies
TOP 5 COUNTRIES
Where BWA Baptists Are in Danger of Government-Sponsored Mass Killing
125 Countries & Terroritories
Nigeria...........................................................7,036,100 Baptists
169,000 Churches
Democratic Republic of Congo.....................4,773,620 Baptists
India..............................................................2,865,152 Baptists
47 Million Members
Tanzania........................................................2,660,000 Baptists
Uganda.............................................................457,608 Baptists
The top five total an approximate 17,792,480 BWA Baptists, accounting for 37% of BWA membership. (Source: Early Warning Project of the U.S. Holocaust Museum and Dartmouth College)
TOP 10 COUNTRIES with Most Significant Government Restrictions
Indonesia......125,426 Baptists in 1,107 BWA churches
Uzbekistan..............................2,735 Baptists in 60 BWA churches
Malaysia.............29,771 Baptists in 185 BWA churches
Singapore.............................10,000 Baptists in 37 BWA churches
Russia.............92,600 Baptists in 2,049 BWA churches
Turkey..........................................300 Baptists in 8 BWA churches
Egypt......................2,090 Baptists in 23 BWA churches
Myanmar.....................1,013,177 Baptists in 5,221 BWA Churches
Syria..........................600 Baptists in 10 BWA churches
Israel..........................................800 Baptists in 19 BWA Churches
The top ten total an approximate 1,277,499 BWA Baptists, accounting for 2.7% of BWA membership. (Source: Pew Research, ordered here by the severity as determined by Pew)
TOP 10 COUNTRIES with Most Significant Violence Based on Religion India.........2,865,152 Baptists in 15,157 BWA churches Syria..........................600 Baptists in 10 BWA churches
Bangladesh......................88,099 Baptists in 1,059 BWA churches
Russia...............................92,600 Baptists in 2,049 BWA churches
Nigeria......7,036,100 Baptists in 13,290 BWA churches Egypt......................2,090 Baptists in 23 BWA churches
CAR*...............................241,455 Baptists in 1,097 BWA churches Ukraine..........................113,000 Baptists in 2,600 BWA churches
Israel..........................800 Baptists in 19 BWA churches
Germany.............................88,433 Baptists in 865 BWA churches
BAPTIST
2019 WORLD TRENDS
The top ten total an approximate 10,528,329 BWA Baptists, accounting for 22% of BWA membership. (Source: Pew Research, ordered here by the severity as determined by Pew)
Additional Country of Concern: Venezuela With 60,200 Baptists and 563 churches, Venezuela has experienced the greatest economic collapse of any country in modern history outside of war. Over 4 million individuals have fled Venezuela as a result. While the Venezuelan Baptist Convention and the Baptist conventions of nearby countries respond with positive engagement, the country faces significant political, social, economic, and spiritual challenges.
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#RedWednesday On Wednesday, November 27, join with BWA Baptists in advocating for religious freedom for all by wearing red, encouraging churches and public buildings to light the their building exterior with red lights that week, and preaching or teaching on behalf of those facing persecution. Share your support on social media using the hashtag #RedWednesday.
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