From September 2026-August 2027, we’ll be praying for the 11 countries in Southeastern Europe that make up the Balkan region. Of the 42 million people who live in this part of the world, 5 million remain unreached.

Pray for the Balkans

Within the Balkan region are the countries of Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Greece, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, and Slovenia.

Starting September 6, you can receive a specific prayer prompt via text message every Monday. Text BALKANS to (717) 925-3248 to opt in.

Prayer Resources

The Balkans at a Glance

• The Balkan people have lived through decades of military conflict, corruption, and instability. Until a few decades ago, seven of these countries didn’t exist in their current independence. One group of battles, the Yugoslav Wars, occurred from 1991 to 2001. Before then, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Slovenia were all a part of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia.
• Many countries are home to many different ethnic groups, which has resulted in constant tension between competing cultures and traditions.
• The Balkans’ long history of war, corruption, and instability has left an impact that has lasted for generations.
• Spiritually, this part of the world is largely divided between Islam and Christianity. However, Evangelicals make up a very small share of that Christian presence, as most countries in the region are predominantly Orthodox or Catholic. While these traditions play a significant role in cultural identity, most who identify as Christian do not actively attend a local church.
• Calvary currently has several Global Partners serving in this region in a variety of people groups and cultures.