Myanmar

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Myanmar

The Golden Land

About Myanmar

Official Name:
Union of Burma  or Myanmar
Note: Since 1989 the military authorities in Burma have promoted Myanmar as a conventional name for their state. This decision was not (and is not) approved by any sitting legislature in Burma, and is not accepted by the U.S. However, the name Myanmar is now widely accepted by numerous countries and by the United Nations.
Capital City: Nay Pyi Taw
(2,606,885 pop.) (3,451,549 metro)
Population of  Myanmar:
55,167,330 (2013 est.)
Population of  Yangon (largest city):
4,300,000 (2012)*
Language:
Burmese (official), minority ethnic groups have their own languages
Religion:
Buddhist 89%, Christian 4% (Baptist 3%, Roman Catholic 1%), Muslim 4%, animist 1%
Currency: Kyat (MMK)
National Day: January 4
Ethnicity: Burman 68%, Shan 9%, Karen 7%, Rakhine 4%, Chinese 3%, Indian 2%, Mon 2%

* http://www.populationfun.com/burma-myanmar-population/
Except where noted, information taken from www.worldatlas.com.

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Prayer Requests

Myanmar Mission

October 2026

Thanking God for:

  • The Children’s Home: Praise God that the children are healthy, doing well in their studies, and experiencing His protection and provision.
  • Church Planters: Thank God for sustaining our church planters as they faithfully preach the Gospel, care for believers, and strengthen local churches amid many challenges.
  • His Faithfulness: Praise the Lord for providing for our family and ministries and encouraging us through your faithful prayers and support.

Please Pray for:

  • Peace in Myanmar: Pray for an end to violence and conflict, protection for innocent people, comfort for suffering families, and peace and reconciliation.
  • Safety of Young People: Many young people face the threat of arrest and forced military service. Please pray for their protection, wisdom, and safe ways forward.
  • Church Planters and Their Families: Pray for their physical safety, spiritual strength, financial provision, and perseverance as they continue serving the Lord under difficult conditions.

News from Myanmar

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2026 Summer Greetings from Myanmar

July 2, 2026
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2025 Christmas Greetings from Myanmar

December 22, 2025
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2025 Summer Greetings-Myanmar

June 16, 2025

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