ETHIOPIA: Christians Attacked During Christmas Celebrations

Believers at church in Ethiopia.

On 7 January 2026, a group of Christians celebrating Christmas in southern Ethiopia were targeted by Muslim extremists. Ethiopian Christians celebrate Christmas on January 7, according to the Julian calendar, and a Muslim mob violently attacked this group during their festivities, stabbing and hospitalizing several of the Believers. The attack occurred in a region where the rise of radical Islam has resulted in routine attacks against Christians.

• “Please pray for the speedy recovery of the wounded and encouragement of the Believers proclaiming the Gospel in that hostile area,” a Front-Line Worker requested.

• Pray also for Believers all over Ethiopia, for their safety when celebrating Christmas, birthdays, weddings, etc. and that they can enjoy these days.