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Pray for Mauritius
Population 1.2 Million with 620 people per sq km Religion 50% Hindu 30% Christian 15% Muslim Positives One larger and three smaller islands east of Madagascar in the western Indian Ocean. The once-dominant sugar and textile industries are being eclipsed by highly successful diversification and industrialization. Tourism, offshore banking and the use of Mauritius as a tax haven have become the main revenue generators. One of the most successful African economies. A very beautiful part of the world. A French colony between 1715 and 1810, and then British until independence in 1968. The only African parliamentary democracy to have uninterrupted stability since 1960.
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Prayer needs All religious and missionary activity directed to evangelizing Hindus or Muslims is regarded with disfavour. There is a great openness among young people. They are less bound by ethnic loyalties, but many are held back from open commitment by family pressures or liberal church leaders. Opportunities for ministry in schools and campuses are limited but groups are seeking creative ways to reach students. Most older churches are in gradual decline, and are traditional and nominal. Many Catholics are affected by the infiltration of Hindu beliefs and practices into the Church. The charismatic movement has made a big impact on Catholics, with many coming to personal faith in Christ. The Catholic Church is experiencing a move back to Bible reading, and they run several active ministries on the island. Pray for Mauritius.
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