Central Asian Profile
Central Asia – ‘the least reached region’
What unites these countries is that they are Muslim states run by post-communist regimes. Their people are not devout in their adherence to orthodox Islam, preferring a more pragmatic folk Islam.
When the Iron Curtain collapsed in the early 1990s, a door was opened for workers to meet the very real needs of the people and, at the same time, share the gospel. Churches quickly sprang up over the region, as Tajiks, Uzbeks and others turned to the Lord. However, the political mood changed again and mission workers found themselves persona non grata (not welcome). Turkmenistan was the first to expel mission workers, followed closely by Uzbekistan.
Protestant denominations have always been present despite opposition and repression. Following more than two decades of relative freedom for gospel work, there has been fruit. Churches look very different – some are big, some are small, some sit down to sing while others stand, some are in Russian and others use the local language.
Persecution of the church in Central Asia comes from two directions, and we we might identify three main motives behind persecution…[end of sample extract]
Opportunities – Enquiry
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Drug Rehabilitation Specialists – Opportunities
We are looking for people with expertise in substance abuse to serve in projects in Central Asia. You will be part of an experienced team and have opportunities to share [...]
Experienced Church Leaders – Opportunities
We are looking for experienced pastors who will go to a Central Asian country, learn the language and mentor young leaders and other local Christians. This is the most sustainable [...]
Counsellors – Opportunities
Trained counsellors needed to serve local believers and communities as well as ex-pat workers, helping people suffering as a result of trauma, grief and abuse. Join a team and learn [...]
Speech Therapists – Opportunities
Central Asia needs Speech Therapists - could that be you? Contact details: Please contact: Recruitment Team, People International, PO Box 310, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1WT. Tel: 01892 545509 Email: [...]
Translators – Opportunities
Central Asia needs people who can work as translators of Christian literature. Contact details: Please contact: Recruitment Team, People International, PO Box 310, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1WT. Tel: 01892 [...]
Occupational Therapists – Opportunities
Occupational Therapists roles to be filled in Central Asia. Contact details: Please contact: Recruitment Team, People International, PO Box 310, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1WT. Tel: 01892 545509 Email: [email protected] [...]
Doctors – Opportunities
Doctors wanted in Central Asia. Contact details: Please contact: Recruitment Team, People International, PO Box 310, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1WT. Tel: 01892 545509 Email: [email protected] Website: www.peopleintl.org.uk
Teachers of Family Medicine – Opportunities
Doctors or teachers needed in many areas across Central Asia. Contact details: Please contact: Recruitment Team, People International, PO Box 310, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1WT. Tel: 01892 545509 Email: [...]
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