Christianity in Djibouti
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Christianity is the religion of 4,8 % of the population of Djibouti. The Christians mostly are of Ethiopian and European ancestry. Most Christians are Ethiopian Orthodox or Roman Catholic. The only Roman Catholic diocese is the Diocese of Djibouti. Just over 1 %-2 of the population are members of the dicoese. The constitution includes freedom of religion, even though Islam is state religion. There likely is no current prisoner for Christian religious reasons. There is a tolerant attitude between religions in general. There is growing animosity against Christians in Djibouti; there also is a rise of islamic fundamentalism. Proselytizing of Muslims is not allowed. Converts from Islam to Christianity have to fear persecution. There are less than 2 % Christians among the Somalis in Djibouti. Many among the Ethiopians in Djibouti are Christians.
[edit] Non-Catholic denominations
3,2% of the population are Orthodox. 0,07-1 % of the population (about 4,767 persons) are Protestants. According to the World Christian Encyclopedia (2nd edition), Volume 1, p. 241 among other denominations are the Eglise Protestante de Djibouti, the Greek Orthodox Church and the Red Sea Mission Team. The Mennonite Mission is active in Djibouti. The Eglise Protestante de Djibouti (Protestant Church of Djibouti) was founded in 1960. It is active among other things in care for refugees. There is Djibouti Parish of the New Apostolic Church.
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- Roman Catholicism in Djibouti article
- World Christian Encyclopedia (2nd edition), Volume 1, p. 241
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