Ecuador
Along the Pacific coast of South America, Ecuador is characterized by coastal plains, high cordilleras, tropical jungle — and the distinctive Galapagos Islands. Ecuador is home to more than 13 million persons. Approximately 40% are Amerindian, mostly Quichua speaking.
Ninety-eight percent of Ecuador’s population are affiliated with the Christian church. Far and away the majority are Roman Catholic. Less than 10% are evangelicals. It is estimated that 20%, approximately, are practicing animists.
The World Mission Prayer League has served in the highlands of Ecuador since 1951, establishing centers of operation in Cuenca and environs and the province of Loja along the border with Peru. Prayer League missionaries — including two on loan from sister agencies — cooperate in evangelism, church planting, leadership development, Bible translation and education.
For further information and specific suggestions for prayer, see Joshua Project .
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