Key Ministries
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Business as Mission (BAM)
SIM Myanmar has three BAM initiatives. There are opportunities working with students, vulnerable and disadvantaged and professionals.
Spiritual Landscape in Myanmar
Myanmar is a deeply religious society where faith influences daily life, national identity, and culture. Buddhism is the dominant religion, but Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and indigenous beliefs also have a presence.
- Buddhism (88–90%) – The national religion, closely tied to societal norms and government policy
- Christianity (6–7%) – Mostly among ethnic minorities such as the Chin, Kachin, and Karen
- Islam (4–5%) – Practised by the Rohingya, Indian, and Malay communities, often facing persecution
- Hinduism (0.5–1%) – Primarily among the Indian diaspora
- Animism & Indigenous Beliefs (1–2%) – Often blended with Buddhism or Christianity
Christianity in Myanmar
Christianity took root in the 16th century and saw significant growth in the 19th century through missionaries like Adoniram Judson. Though flourishing among minority groups, it remains a minority faith among the Bamar majority. While military rule once heavily restricted religious freedom, recent years have brought more openness, yet discrimination and permit challenges persist. Despite these hurdles, the church continues to grow, especially in urban areas and among youth.
Trends in Spiritual Practices
Increasing engagement in youth discipleship and digital evangelism.
- Christian ministries in education, healthcare, and humanitarian aid continue to flourish.
- Urbanisation is leading to both secularisation and growth in Pentecostal expressions of Christianity.
Please pray
- For the Lord to call people to Myanmar to share the love of Christ
- For the Holy Spirit to soften the hearts of the majority people towards local Christians, most of who are from ethnic minorities
- Pray for strong local churches to be raised up
- Pray for the growth and development of the ministry teams
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