Gary Stagg

For more than fourty years, Gary has been involved in full-time ministry with an emphasis on the revitalization of Christian communities and the establishment of systems for assimilation and discipleship. Gary studied education and theology and has used that training to structure his passion for helping people stand firm in their faith and embrace a missional lifestyle.

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November 18, 2025

In this inspiring interview, Bill speaks with Gary Stagg, Executive Director of Open Doors Canada, about the powerful faith of persecuted Christians around the world. Together, they discuss how believers in Canada can learn from their courage, resilience, and steadfast devotion to Jesus.

November 14, 2024

Emily interviews Gary Stagg, from Open Doors Canada who gives an update on the ministry and how they helped over 500,000 people in need last year.

November 1, 2023

Gary Stagg, Executive Director of Open Doors Canada shares insight into the rise of persecution of Christians around the world. Gary helps us understand why persecution has intensity, what we can learn from those being persecuted, and practical steps to take to support and help those in persecuted countries. Also, Gary shares about the Open Doors ‘World Watch’ list that ranks the top countries in the world where it’s hard to live as a Christian.

November 17, 2022

Gary Stagg, Executive Director of Open Doors Canada shares perspective on what’s happening to Christians being persecuted around the world and what we can do in response.

February 24, 2022

Today’s interview with Rev. Gary Stagg discusses the newly released World Watch List which you can download at the Open Doors Canada website. www.opendoorscanada.org

November 15, 2021

Are you praying for persecuted Christians? Join us as Gary Stagg, Executive Director of Open Doors Canada, shares how they have worked in the world’s most oppressive and restrictive countries, strengthening Christians to stand strong in the face of persecution and equipping them to shine Christ’s light in these places.

June 23, 2021

Lorie Hartshorn interviews Gary Stagg. Gary is the Executive Director of “Open Doors Canada.” His interview focuses on Christian Captives around the world. On June 27th, Christians across Canada will join in prayer for those in prison or held captive for their faith. The reality for many Christians around the world is that following Jesus means a loss of physical freedom. Gary encourages us to be praying for others and ask God for saving of these Christians.

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