Protestantism in Qatar
Protestants comprise less than 1% of the population of Qatar.[1] The constitution provides for religious liberty.[2] Proselytizing by non-Muslims is prohibited by law.[2] No foreign missionary groups operate openly in the country.[2] Religious groups must register with the Government for legal recognition.[2] Christians are subject to the Sharia.[2] Christian religious literature in English is available in bookstores.[3] In 2013 the Qatar Anglican Church of the Epiphany opened, which also accommodates several Evangelical, Pentecostal and other Protestant congregations.[4]
Denominations
- Christian Brethren
- Church of Scotland
- Free Church (UK)
- Church of South India[5]
See also
References
- ↑ Protestantism by country
- 1 2 3 4 5 "State Department on Qatar".
- ↑ "Christian Science Monitor".
- ↑ "Anglican Centre Website". Retrieved 13 May 2015.
- ↑ The World Christian Encyclopedia, Second edition, Volume 1, p. 617
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