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Kyrgyzstan (click here to view a satellite map)

Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia

Population: 5,146,281
Christians: 7-8%
Dominant Religion: Sunni Islam
Persecution Ranking: Not Ranked
Political Leader: President Kurmanbek Bakiev 
Religious Freedom in Constitution: Yes

Kyrgyzstan, considered the most democratic society of all the states of the former Soviet Union, is trying to move to a free market society. Some of the challenges its people face include having few resources to develop, an increase in crime and chronic water pollution. The healthcare system has its challenges as well. There's a lack of sufficiently trained personnel, medical supplies, equipment and adequate facilities.
Most of the Christians in Kyrgyzstan, numbering around 2,000, are Russian Orthodox. Christians are not being persecuted, although tension does arise from time to time between conservative Muslims and foreign missionaries. Evangelism is restricted.
Prayer Points

	Pray for wise leadership for this nation that will seek the best interests of its citizens.
	Pray that Christian Believers would find ways to help improve the various services in their nation.
	Pray for the Church to be a faithful witness of Jesus Christ in ways that are appropriate for their situation.
	Ask the Lord to grow His Church in Kyrgyzstan.

LORD of the nations, we're so grateful that you have the people of Kyrgyzstan on Your heart. We ask that Your good purposes for this nation would be fulfilled. May You place people in government positions who will lead this nation with wisdom and concern for the well-being of all its citizens. May Jesus Christ be lifted up by those who know and follow Him. Amen.

ADDITIONAL INFO ON KYRGYZSTAN

• View additional info on the Joshua Project site
• Praying Through The Window 6
• Praying Through The Window 7
• 2006 Weekly Prayer Points