In Ambattur, a suburb of Chennai, a local church has found itself at a crossroads, facing significant challenges in continuing to meet for worship. The church, which has been gathering in a space located on the first floor of a home, is currently in a difficult situation due to stringent local regulations that do not allow churches to meet in residential spaces or adjacent properties. This regulation has been an ongoing issue, and recently, the church faces a new challenge.
Challenges in Ambattur Church
For the church in Ambattur, during the first service of the year, on January 1, 2025, a group of individuals entered the church service, disrupting worship. This incident, along with previous warnings from local authorities, has left the congregation in a state of uncertainty. They were given just two weeks to vacate their current location and find an alternative space for worship which now puts them in a very tight situation, needing prayers and help.
The Urgent Need for a New House of Worship
The church, which relies heavily on the support of its local community and believers, now faces an urgent need to secure a new space. The plan is to find land for rent or lease where they can establish a temporary shelter made of sheets until a more permanent solution can be found. However, with limited resources, they are in dire need of financial support to cover the costs of securing land and setting up a safe and suitable place for worship.
In the midst of these challenges, they are calling on the global Christian community to join them in prayer. They ask for prayer that God will provide them with a new place to gather, a place where they can worship freely without fear of interference or disruption.
Your Prayer is Needed
In times like these, the power of prayer and the support of the global church are vital. As the church in Ambattur navigates this challenging season, GlobalHopeIndia ask for prayers that God will open doors for them to find a suitable and permanent place of worship. Additionally, the church is seeking financial support to cover the costs of securing land and establishing a temporary space.
The road ahead may be uncertain, but with the support of prayer and the generosity of believers around the world, we trust that God will provide. Please join us in praying for the church in Ambattur, as well as for other congregations across India who are facing similar struggles. Pray that they will be able to worship freely and boldly, without fear or hindrance.
To support the church in Ambattur, please donate here: https://givebutter.com/BernardshawInChennai
Let’s stand together in prayer and support, trusting that God will provide for His followers in this challenging time.
How You Can Help
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