Tonga's rich Christian heritage is a blessing, but has reached the point of oversaturation. The proliferation of denominations generates competition among churches, as newer groups entice believers away. Isolation and the difficult economic situation complicate issues further. Pray that Tongan Christians would seek ways to contribute to the Kingdom of God rather than seeking the church that benefits them the most.

Tonga has the world's highest national percentage of Mormons, but possibly the majority of those claimed by Mormons would not consider themselves such. The country's largest employers are Mormons; many financial perks are on offer for those considering the switch. Pray for the error of this sect to be exposed as such, and for many to find freedom in Christ.

The Tongan diaspora is now larger than the population of Tonga itself. Many lose their faith in their host nations, others retain it only loosely as a cultural identity. Pray that Tongans abroad might also recapture the dynamic faith of their forefathers and the vision to take the gospel to the world.

Many social challenges face Trinidad & Tobago. Increasing crime and gang violence associated with the illicit drug trade are worsened by endemic weaknesses in the policing/justice system. Alcoholism, kidnapping, armed robbery and theft are dangerously common and a high percentage of children are born out of wedlock and to teenage mothers. Pray that righteous and effective solutions might be found through both the public and faith sectors.

The Christian Church is very fragmented among traditional denominations that are rapidly declining, newer evangelical groups and a constantly multiplying swarm of single congregations (mostly charismatic/Pentecostal). There is little cohesion in common spiritual goals, outreach or missions involvement; national vision and purpose are needed. Pray for revival to enliven and empower the Church. Pray for the work of the T&T Council of Evangelical Churches. Pray that the desire for unity in the body of Christ might overcome the still-pervasive divisions.

Cross-cultural vision is quite small but growing. The nation needs to move from a receiving mentality to a sending mentality. Pray for greater awareness of local and world needs, and for effective training to be given in cross-cultural outreach. A handful of Trinidadians work overseas as missionaries; pray for more. YWAM and WBT recently opened centres on Trinidad. These two groups as well as OM are active in mobilizing and sending workers abroad.

The South Asian community, largely originating from North India, is the largest non-Christian group in the Caribbean. Many Hindus and some Muslims have turned to Christ, and over 20% of the population are Christian today. The Presbyterians, WT and TEAM planted strong churches, and there are many Pentecostal and charismatic congregations with largely Indian believers. Domestic violence and female suicide are factors needing prayer and ministry.