Newsletter for July 2025

Dear Friends,

"I will say to the Lord, 'My refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.'" – Psalm 91:2 (ESV)

We share this verse as we bring heartbreaking news of a tragic roof collapse during the recent monsoon rains, which claimed the lives of members from three generations of the same family. The incident was so sudden and severe that it has caused an outpouring of grief throughout the local community, with hundreds gathering to mourn.

The devastated family affected by this tragedy has reached out to us for support. They are currently living in a dangerously unstable building that could collapse at any moment. They have asked for help both to reinforce their home and to secure temporary accommodation while they begin to come to terms with their profound loss. We seek to surround them with the love of God during this incredibly difficult time and remind them that He is their strength and refuge.  Read more (here)

We ask you to hold both Nabeel Masih and Zafar Bhatti in your thoughts and prayers as they face illness while fighting false blasphemy charges. Please take time to read their stories and urge your local politicians to advocate for their acquittal and for them to be granted asylum in Britain, where they can find safety and protection.

Some urgent appeals from last month remain unfulfilled due to a frustrating shortage of donations last month despite two newsletters, which may be linked to recent email delays and an increase in incidents. We are sharing our last newsletter again (here) to invite you to review and consider supporting these outstanding needs. We currently need to raise approximately £10,000 to ensure every beneficiary receives the critical help they require. Your ongoing kindness and support are deeply appreciated as we strive to meet the needs of those we serve.

While the kind of building collapse in Raiwind may seem distant, a similar danger is emerging here in the UK due to the RAAC (Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) crisis. Many families—especially in ex-social housing—are already displaced due to the risk of collapsing roofs. Without urgent intervention, it is not unthinkable that we could see similar tragedies occur in our own country.

Though we are not currently raising funds for this issue, we ask you to support their advocacy by signing two vital petitions:

A UK RAAC Campaign Group Welsh Government petition needs just five more UK-based signatures to qualify for formal review by their Petitions Committee.

Their new UK Government petition requires 10,000 signatures within six months to trigger a government response.

Please lend your voice by signing and sharing these petitions. Together, we can urge the UK, Scottish and Welsh government to act before lives are lost.

You can learn more about the situation on this Sky News report [Here] and this RAAC blog [Here].

Together, let’s continue to speak up, lift up, and show up—just as Scripture calls us to do.

Buried Alive: Monsoon Tragedy Kills Three Generations of Christian Family in Raiwind

Rain Turns Fatal: Vulnerable Christian Family Dies in Lahore House Collapse

Washrooms Constructed in Alam Choudhary Village, Sindh – A Grateful Community Finds Relief

The British Asian Christian Association (BACA) is pleased to share the completion of a vital project that has significantly improved the lives of a neglected Christian and Hindu community in Sindh, Pakistan.

Alam Choudhary is a small village on the outskirts of Sanghar city, home to a tightly knit group of Christian and Hindu families. These residents, most of whom are daily wage labourers working on the farms of local Muslim landlords, have long struggled with basic sanitation and water access.

Delays, Disease and Blasphemy Injustice: The Cruel Ordeal of Pastor Zafar Bhatti

Zafar Bhatti’s case remains one of the most harrowing examples of injustice in Pakistan’s legal system. Wrongfully convicted under the country’s notorious blasphemy laws, Zafar has now spent over a decade behind bars for a crime he vehemently denies. His situation remains dire — both legally and physically — yet hope continues to shine through the unwavering support of our donors and your prayers.

A Christian in Crisis: Hepatitis, Blasphemy Court Delays, and a Broken System

Nabeel Masih, a 24-year-old Christian from Phoolnagar, District Kasur, continues to face unimaginable challenges in Pakistan – a nation where religious minorities too often suffer injustice. First arrested in 2016 at the age of just 16 after a false accusation of blasphemy, Nabeel endured five long years in Kasur District Jail without conviction. He was finally released on bail in March 2021 thanks to the legal and humanitarian intervention of the British Asian Christian Association (BACA).

Since his release, Nabeel has had to rebuild his life, all while suffering from both mental and physical after effects of his wrongful incarceration. With BACA’s help, he has undergone two separate surgeries to remove painful lipomas—once in May 2021 and again in March 2025. Our charity has provided Nabeel with a safe house, covers his utility bills, and supports all his medical care and security needs.

Deprived Children in Peru (sorry I added the Challenges Abroad main donation link last time)

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 costs of this program, the Challenges Abroad team has launched a Chuffed Campaign (click here), and any donations would be deeply appreciated. Your support will allow me to participate in this important initiative while continuing my mission to bring hope to those in need. So far, I have raised £40 towards the £2,000 needed for the volunteer experience, and I hope more of you will join me in supporting this cause.

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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