Published on Operation World (http://www.operationworld.org)
Nov 06: St Barthelemy, St Helena, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia
St Barthélemy
Collectivity of Saint Bathelemy
Caribbean
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Geography
Area: 21 sq kmOne main island and several small islets in the Leeward Islands.
Population: 9,300 Annual Growth: 2.06%
Capital: Gustavia
Peoples
Official language: French (specifically a Norman dialect), EnglishReligion
Largest Religion: Christian| Religion | Pop % | Ann Gr | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christians | 5,673 | 61.00 | 1.4 |
| Evangelicals | 210 | 2.3 | 3.2 |
Challenge for Prayer
This island caters to the uber-rich, trading on its sophistication and isolation for its exclusivity. There is little interest in spiritual things. Pray that amid the boutiques, cafés and villas there might awaken a hunger for spiritual reality and the opportunity to know God. Pray also that the few churches on the island might minister meaningfully into this unique context.For an additional Challenge for Prayer see Operation World book, CD-ROM, or DVD-ROM.
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St Helena
British Overseas Territory of St. Helena
Africa
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Geography
Area: 412 sq kmSt Helena (122 sq km), 2,000 km west of Angola in the south Atlantic. Two dependencies: Ascension Island (90 sq km), 600 km to the northwest, and Tristan da Cunha (100 sq km), 1,200 km to the south. Also several uninhabited islands.
Population: 4,406 Annual Growth: -1.34%
Capital: Jamestown
Urbanites: 39.7%
Peoples
Official language: English Languages: 1 All languagesReligion
Largest Religion: Christian| Religion | Pop % | Ann Gr | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christians | 4,172 | 94.70 | -1.6 |
| Evangelicals | 389 | 8.8 | 0.5 |
Challenge for Prayer
The isolation of the islands makes vibrant ministry and church life a huge challenge. Connection to the outside world and to Christian resources is limited. The small and more transient populations of Ascension and Tristan have even less evangelical presence and ministry, if any.For an additional 2 Challenges for Prayer see Operation World book, CD-ROM, or DVD-ROM.
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St Kitts and Nevis
Federation of St. Kitts & Nevis
Caribbean
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Geography
Area: 269 sq kmTwo volcanic islands in the Caribbean Leeward Islands. St Kitts 176 sq km; Nevis 93 sq km.
Population: 52,368 Annual Growth: 1.28%
Capital: Basseterre
Urbanites: 43%
HDI Rank: 62 of 182 (UN Human Development Reports 2009)
Peoples
Official language: English Languages: 2 All languagesReligion
Largest Religion: Christian| Religion | Pop % | Ann Gr | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christians | 48,676 | 92.95 | 1.1 |
| Evangelicals | 11,390 | 21.7 | 1.5 |
Challenge for Prayer
There is no lack of churches or other ministries on these islands, but their impact is limited. Pray for the Holy Spirit to revive, empower and embolden believers for Kingdom effectiveness. Pray especially for ministries that draw together the diverse denominations, such as the Evangelical Association and Youth Impact Ministries.For an additional 2 Challenges for Prayer see Operation World book, CD-ROM, or DVD-ROM.
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The Operation World book, CD-ROM, and DVD-ROM provide far more information and fuel for prayer for the people of St Kitts and Nevis.
St Lucia
St. Lucia
Caribbean
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Geography
Area: 617 sq kmWindward Islands between Martinique and St Vincent. One of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean.
Population: 173,942 Annual Growth: 1.04%
Capital: Castries
Urbanites: 28%
HDI Rank: 69 of 182 (UN Human Development Reports 2009)
Peoples
Official language: English, but 80% speak French Creole (Kweyol) Languages: 2 All languagesReligion
Largest Religion: Christian| Religion | Pop % | Ann Gr | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christians | 165,384 | 95.08 | 1.0 |
| Evangelicals | 25,303 | 14.5 | 3.2 |
Challenge for Prayer
Evangelically oriented churches have multiplied – as have divisions. Pray for true unity amid the increasing diversity so that churches can offer a united front for the gospel’s sake. The Fellowship of Gospel Preaching Churches is working to develop that unity in practical terms.For an additional 3 Challenges for Prayer see Operation World book, CD-ROM, or DVD-ROM.
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