Pray for Nauru
A bay on the east coast of Nauru, one of the smallest nations in the world.
Photo: Hadi Zaher from Melbourne, Australia, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
About Nauru
The capital is Yaren. People speak Nauruan and English. The largest faith is Christianity.
Source: Wikipedia, with the cited sources it lists.
Prayer briefing for Nauru
Last updated October 2026. Facts come from the sources listed below.
Current events
In 2026 the nation changed its official English name to Naoero, its name in the Nauruan language, and told the United Nations in June. In September President Adeang announced at the United Nations that the country will withdraw from the International Criminal Court.
We pray for: Immediate relief, safety and urgent help.
Leadership and politics
Nauru is a parliamentary republic of 19 members, elected every three years, who choose the President. David Adeang was re-elected unopposed as President in October 2025 after the general election, and former President Marcus Stephen became Speaker.
We pray for: Wisdom, integrity and justice for those in authority.
Economic health
The Asian Development Bank expects growth of about 2.5% in 2026, with inflation near 4.5%, as nearly everything must be imported. Phosphate is largely exhausted, the regional processing centre is a major source of income, and unemployment has been estimated at about 23%.
We pray for: Provision for families and honest stewardship.
Social and cultural issues
Nauru faces some of the highest rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes in the world, affecting many families. Most people who have jobs work for the government.
We pray for: Reconciliation, peace and protection of the vulnerable.
Spiritual landscape
Christianity is the main faith. The 2021 census found about 34% Nauru Congregational Church, about 34% Catholic and about 12% Assemblies of God.
We pray for: Spiritual awakening, hope and the spread of truth.
Religious freedom
The constitution protects freedom of religion, including the freedom to change one's religion. Religious groups need 750 members to register, and the US State Department found no significant social limits on religious freedom in 2022.
We pray for: Protection for believers and freedom to worship safely.
Historical wounds
A civil war from 1878 lasted ten years. During the Second World War Japan deported 1,200 Nauruans to Chuuk, and only 745 came home. Phosphate mining stripped about 80% of the land, which led to a case against Australia at the International Court of Justice that was later settled out of court.
We pray for: National healing, breaking old cycles and deep forgiveness.
Let us pray together
Our Father, we come to You together for Nauru. Watch over the nation in this season of change, and keep every family safe. Give President Adeang, the Speaker and all leaders wisdom, integrity and justice. Provide good work and daily bread, and help the nation steward its resources well. Bring health and strength to families facing diabetes and illness, and protect the vulnerable. Let Your hope and truth fill every church and home. Keep freedom of worship safe for all. Heal the wounds of war, exile and a scarred land, and lead Nauru in forgiveness and peace. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
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