Urgent Appeal: Two Christian Brothers Fatally Shot; Urgent Safe House Needed for 18-Year-Old Rape Survivor

Published: Thu, 11/14/24

Updated: Fri, 11/15/24

British Asian Christian Association Update for 15th November 2024

We urgently need your support to raise funds for legal fees to pursue justice for two Christian brothers who were tragically shot. Your contribution will help us bring those responsible to account and provide closure for their grieving family.

Additionally, an 18-year-old rape survivor is in critical need of a safe house to shield her from further danger and provide a secure environment for her recovery. We urgently seek your help to help fund a temporary safe house.

Our permanent safe house project is just £1,000 away from completion. If we had this in place, we could have immediately relocated Eman and her family, giving them and any future victims the safety and stability they desperately need.

Your donation can make a life-changing difference. Please join us in protecting the vulnerable and seeking justice for the oppressed.

Thanks to your generosity, we have already installed a fifth hand water pump this year, providing clean water to a Christian enclave and neighboring Hindu community. This pump will ensure decades of safe drinking water.

We now aim to build a shared shower and toilet facility to restore dignity and safety to women and children, who currently face risks while washing in open streams and rivers. This communal facility will greatly enhance hygiene and privacy for all.

Your donations can make a profound difference. Thank you for standing with us to bring justice, safety, and dignity to those in need.

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Two Christian Brothers Brutally Murdered for Refusing to Sell Drugs to Muslim Drug Lords in Rachna Town, Lahore Suburb

Tragically, two Christian brothers were murdered after refusing to participate in drug trafficking for Muslim drug lords in Rachna Town, a suburb of Lahore. One brother died at the scene, while the other succumbed to his injuries on the way to the hospital.

The police have registered an FIR against the perpetrators, but no arrests have been made as of yet. Meanwhile, the family of the victims remains under constant threat from the murderers, who are still at large.

The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) visited the grieving family, offering legal support and committing to help them seek justice.

Please note: A graphic image of the attack is included at the very end of this post. Viewer discretion is strongly advised.

Juliet Chowdhry Trustee for BACA Calls for Justice and Protection for Vulnerable Christian Women After Brutal Assault on Eman Khuram

A young Christian woman, aged 18, was tragically raped by a Muslim man in Sheikhupura. The perpetrator lured the victim to an isolated brick factory, where he assaulted her and threatened to kill her brother if she revealed the incident to anyone.

In an attempt to silence the victim, the rapist’s family has offered a financial bribe of Rs. 20,000 for a compromise, which the family have refused.

The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) team has visited the victim’s family to offer support and stand in solidarity with them during this difficult time.

Bringing Clean Water and Renewed Hope to Saif ul Mari: BACA Installs Water Pump for Vulnerable Communities

In a life-changing initiative, the British Asian Christian Association (BACA) has installed a water pump for the Christian and Hindu communities in the remote settlement of Saif ul Mari, Mirpur Khas. The new pump provides safe drinking water directly to the residents’ doorsteps, reducing the risk of waterborne diseases and easing the burdens faced by families—particularly the women—who previously had to make long, hazardous journeys to collect water from distant sources.

Exciting News: Major Donation for a Permanent Safe Home

We are thrilled to share that a generous donor has offered to match every donation towards the purchase of a permanent safe house, up to £7,500! This means that for every pound you donate, it will be doubled—bringing us closer to a potential total of £15,000. This safe house will serve as a vital refuge for persecuted Christians, drastically reducing waiting times for those in urgent need of protection and potentially saving lives. Currently we only need £1000 to bring this project to fruition.

Your support now goes twice as far. Learn more about this urgent appeal and contribute to this life-changing cause (here). Together, we can make a real difference!

We remind you of our appeal for persecuted Christians in Manipur, India, where persecution has escalated into a large-scale humanitarian crisis. Approximately 70,000 internally displaced Christians are receiving minimal aid, primarily provided by churches. We have made this our priority appeal for the coming months. Read more (here).

Our volunteers and staff continue to reach Christians suffering abject persecution, steep discrimination and bigotry daily. It is exhausting work, and we ask that you remember them in your prayers.

Blessings to you all.

Hannah Chowdhry

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Your continued interest and engagement with our work are greatly appreciated. If any appeals resonate with you, we invite you to consider making a donation. Your contributions enable us to expand our efforts and make a meaningful impact.

Although we receive the majority of our donations when we send out appeals, establishing regular donations would enable us to better respond to emergencies. We extend our encouragement to those of you who eagerly await our newsletters to consider regular donations, as this would significantly alleviate waiting times for the individuals we support. For those residing in the UK, the most cost-effective donation method is via bank transfer. Our bank details are available on our donate page for your convenience. Please email us a confirmation when you make a one-time or recurring donation so that we can provide receipts if needed and be informed of any specific restrictions. Your ongoing support is invaluable in helping us make a positive impact in the lives of those in need.

Some appeals remain unsatisfied due to a shortage of donations, which may be attributed to our recent email delays and an increase in the number of appeals. We're sharing our last newsletter with you again (here), inviting you to review and consider contributing to any outstanding appeals. Your support is greatly appreciated in helping us meet the needs of those we serve.

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