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FAQ about Open Doors USA

What is Open Doors USA?
Open Doors is an international non-profit ministry which supports and strengthens persecuted Christians. Open Doors works in over 45 countries worldwide.

How many Christians are persecuted worldwide?
Over 100 million Christians worldwide suffer interrogation, arrest and even death for their faith in Jesus Christ with millions more facing discrimination and alienation.

Who founded Open Doors USA?
Brother Andrew is the founder of Open Doors and the author of the autobiography "God's Smuggler,” which has sold over 10 million copies in 36 languages. He was first called “brother” when he began delivering Bibles behind the Iron Curtain. The recipients of God's Word would ask him his name, and he would say, "I am a brother of all those who love and follow Jesus Christ." Brother Andrew’s newest book is “Secret Believers” (go to www.secretbelievers.org).

What is the mission of Open Doors USA?
Open Doors’ mission: "Our very mission is called 'Open Doors' because we believe that any door is open, anytime and anywhere....to proclaim Christ (Rev. 3:8)" – Brother Andrew.

What  does Open Doors USA do?
Open Doors' outreach includes Bible and Christian literature distribution, leadership training and assistance, Christian community development, prayer and presence ministry and advocacy for the persecuted.

In 2007, Open Doors USA delivered 5.8 million Bibles, study Bibles, children’s Bibles, Sunday school materials, adult training materials and other scriptural books and literature to persecuted Christians worldwide. Open Doors trained 108,000 Christian leaders and pastors in the Word and supported 140,000 with skill and vocational training along with emergency relief.

How long has Open Doors USA been operating?

Open Doors has served persecuted believers for 54 years, which makes it one of the oldest on-going ministries to suffering Christians.

Where is the headquarters for Open Doors USA ?
Open Doors USA is located in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Carl A. Moeller is President/CEO of Open Doors USA.

What is the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church?
Open Doors USA is the lead agency for a coalition of agencies called “Prayer for the Persecuted Church,” which sponsors the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, set for Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010.  Learn More>

How can I find out more about Open Doors USA?
To access information on Open Doors USA programs, prayer helps, breaking news from the field and ways to help persecuted believers, go to our website at www.OpenDoorsUSA.org. Or call our toll free number at 888-5-BIBLE-5 (888-524-2535).

Does Open Doors have a Blog?
The Open Doors USA blog is http://spiritualcourage.wordpress.com.

How can I contribute to Open Doors USA?
Go to our website at www.OpenDoorsUSA.org. Or call our toll free number at 888-5-BIBLE-5 (888-524-2535).





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Open Doors is an international non-profit ministry which supports and strengthens persecuted Christians in over 45 countries worldwide. The ministry has served persecuted believers and churches for over 54 years, by providing Bibles, Christian literature, leadership training, resources for socio-economic development and intercessory prayer.
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