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Shattered Trust: The Dismembering of a Christian Man by His Muslim Friends
A young Christian man was brutally murdered by his Muslim friends in Sheikhupura, Pakistan. In a gruesome attempt to cover up the crime, the perpetrators laid his body on a railway track, hoping to make it appear as
though the death was an accident. The body pieces were later recovered and buried in the man’s
native village in Kamonki.
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Innocent and Imprisoned: Prison Visit Reveals The Blasphemy Case of Basharat Masih
A Christian man named Basharat Masih was arrested on blasphemy charges based on accusations of sharing blasphemous content on social media, although he insists he is innocent. He was apprehended by the Federal Investigation Agency while asleep on a bus in Rawalpindi, following a complaint filed by a local
resident. His family, struggling financially, has only been able to send his uncle, Naveed, to visit him in Adiala Jail. Basharat’s father, George, cannot travel, and his wife, Mehnaz, has tearfully appealed for help. The family has requested BACA’s legal assistance to fight for his release.
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Zafar Bhatti’s Fight for Justice: Court Denies ‘Delay Tactic’ Evidence as Health Concerns Mount for Nawab Bibi
Nawab Bibi, aged 76, has recently experienced significant health challenges. She has become weak, which has affected her eyesight, resulting in falls due to her unclear visibility. In a recent conversation with our
officer, Nawab Bibi expressed that she has been experiencing fogginess in her eyesight since last month and urgently needs a medical check-up. On October 1, 2024, the BACA team took her to Ghurki Hospital in Lahore, where she was examined by an optician who diagnosed her with cataracts. The doctors have advised her to undergo surgery for cataract removal. To prevent infection post-surgery, she has been prescribed eye drops and ointment.
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Exciting News: Major Donation for a Permanent Safe HomeWe are thrilled to remind you all that a generous donor has offered up to £7,500 towards the purchase of a permanent safe house. This home will be a vital refuge for persecuted Christians, significantly reducing waiting times for those desperately seeking safety and, in many cases, potentially saving lives. You can learn more about this urgent appeal and contribute
to this critical cause (here). 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 If you are a regular reader and want to support our work, you can find a range of options for giving donations (here). If you are already giving donations and reside in the UK you may want to switch from Paypal or Stripe payments and pay directly into the charity bank account as we will receive more of your donation. Our bank details are in the same link above. For donors in the US, we have recently established a partnership with a US charity who act as a conduit allowing US Citizens to have tax relief on their donations. If you wish
to receive details on how to donate to us through them, please feel free to request details via email at admin@britishasianchristians.org. We upload videos for all our stories on YouTube, Tik Tok, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter and you can join any of our groups for free. But in most cases it is easier to read our news in real-time blog via our 'Current News' page in the header of our website.
      
For those who prefer to await our newsletter, we have conveniently compiled all our recent news chronologically below. This comprehensive list encompasses all the updates that were not featured in our prior newsletter. In case any of the provided links encounter issues, you can access all our international news articles by clicking on the designated box below. This will
lead you to our website, where you can navigate to the 'Current News' section and select 'BACA News.' Furthermore, you can find additional updates under 'Current News' followed by 'Community Projects' for an overview of all our projects within the UK. 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 readily available on our donate page for your convenience. Your ongoing support is invaluable in our mission to 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
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