Rescue & Rebuild: Urgent Calls for Justice and Hope

Published: Wed, 02/19/25

Updated: Sat, 02/22/25

British Asian Christian Association Update: February 2025

Dear Friends,

As we enter February 2025, we bring you urgent updates on our mission to support persecuted Christians across Asia. Your unwavering support continues to be a beacon of hope for those facing unimaginable hardship.

Ensuring Health and Safety for Saif Ul Mari Community

We are thrilled to announce the completion of a new washroom facility for the Christian and Hindu communities of Saif Ul Mari in Sindh. This vital infrastructure will significantly reduce waterborne health risks and restore dignity to the community members. The facility provides safe, private toilets that protect individuals from the dangers of open areas.

Your support can help us continue such vital projects. Learn more and donate to our ongoing efforts.

New washroom facility in Saif Ul Mari community

Help Reunite a Family in Thailand

Urgent Appeal: Help Reunite Rubina Babar’s Family

Rubina Babar, a Pakistani Christian asylum-seeker in Thailand, is desperately pleading for help to reunite her family. Her children remain in detention simply because they cannot afford bail, enduring dire conditions while facing the constant threat of deportation. If forced back to Pakistan, their lives would be in grave danger.

So far, we have received only £568 towards our £5,472 appeal. We urgently need your support to bring this family back together. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference.

Please help today. Read more (here).

We urge you to support this cause and help us raise the necessary funds to secure their release. Donate now to make a difference.

Rubina Babar with her son Soham

Justice for Farhan Masih

Farhan Masih, a mentally ill Christian man, has been unjustly jailed under Pakistan’s blasphemy laws. His family is struggling to cover the legal costs needed to secure his release. This case highlights the misuse of blasphemy laws that continue to endanger minorities.

We appeal to your compassion to help raise funds for Farhan’s legal defense. Your support is crucial to ensure justice.

Farhan Masih with his family

Your contributions have the power to transform lives and bring hope to those in desperate need. Together, we can continue our mission to support and advocate for persecuted Christians, ensuring their safety and dignity.

Abducted at 13: Help Us Bring Sunaiha Home

A young Christian girl from Sialkot has been abducted by newly arrived Muslim neighbors, leaving her family in despair. We are working tirelessly to reunite Sunaiha with her loved ones and ensure her safety. Read her story and stand with us in this fight for justice (click here).

Stolen Innocence: A Christian Family’s Struggle for Their Daughter

A 12-year-old Christian girl has been groomed and forcibly converted, tearing her away from her family. Their battle for her return is ongoing, and your support can help them in this heartbreaking fight. Learn more about their plight (click here).

11 Years of Injustice – Free Zafar Bhatti

Zafar Bhatti, Pakistan’s longest-serving blasphemy prisoner, remains behind bars despite a lack of evidence. We continue to advocate for his release and need your help to bring him justice. Join us in this urgent cause (click here).

Bribery Over Justice: Imran & Arslan’s Killers Must Be Held Accountable

Two Christian brothers were murdered after refusing to participate in drug trafficking. Their killers must not escape justice. We are pushing authorities to take action—stand with us in demanding accountability (click here).

Continued Threats Against Nabeel Masih

Nabeel Masih, Pakistan’s youngest blasphemy convict, faces renewed threats of rearrest. We remain committed to protecting him and securing his future. Read about the challenges he continues to face (click here).

Supporting Deprived Children in Peru

In addition to my work with BACA, I am traveling abroad with my university’s Challenges Abroad team to support deprived children in Peru. This follows the impactful experience in Thailand I had last year, where I gained valuable insights into how charities uplift vulnerable children. I hope to build on that knowledge to enhance BACA’s work in supporting disadvantaged communities.

To help cover the cost of this programme, the Challenges Abroad team has set up a Chuffed Campaign (click here), and any donations would be greatly appreciated. Your support will enable me to take part in this important initiative while continuing my mission to bring hope to those in need.

Your generosity enables us to fight for justice, safety, and freedom for those who need it most. Please consider making a donation—every contribution helps us continue this vital work.

“Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed.” — Psalm 82:3

With gratitude and blessings,

Hannah Chowdhry

British Asian Christian Association

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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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