Bordered by Egypt and Israel, Gaza’s populace includes just 1,000 minority Christians living among 2 million Muslims. Consider the disparity in these numbers for a moment.

Sadly, the small size of the Christian population has been further reduced by the regional conflict; the threat of extinction is, in fact, a serious risk. Michael Azar, a professor of theology and religious studies in the US, says, “The fear of [Christianity in Gaza] being erased is very real.”

And today, displaced Christian families are facing an unprecedented crisis: no homes, food or clean water. As such, if the present situation continues unabated, Christianity could cease to exist in Gaza. But the Body of Christ can take collective action now to ensure the church is strengthened, sustained and preserved.