Urgent Prayers: Nabeel Masih’s Hepatitis E Recovery Stalled by Dangerous Ascites

Published: Tue, 07/29/25

Updated: Wed, 07/30/25

BACA Emergency Newsletter – A Call to Prayer, Action, and Compassion 29th July 2025

Hope in the Midst of Suffering – BACA’s Urgent Newsletter

Dear Friends and Supporters,

James 5:14-15 (NIV):
"Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven."

It is with heavy hearts that we reach out to you once more.

Last month, you stood with us as we shared the devastating story of Nasreen Masih, who lost three generations of her family when the roof of their home collapsed during violent monsoon rains. Your prayers and generous gifts helped us begin the process of rebuilding her home—restoring safety and dignity to the lives left. We will provide an update in our next newsletter.

But just as we began to see hope rising from the rubble, two new crises have struck.

🩺 Nabeel Masih, the young Christian man who endured five years of unjust imprisonment under false blasphemy charges, is fighting for his life once again. After a short recovery from Hepatitis E, he has now been diagnosed with Ascites, a serious and painful condition that has placed him back in the ICU. His family is desperate, and BACA is committed to covering his medical costs. We urgently need your prayers and support to keep him alive.

Read Nabeel’s Full Story ➤

🧒🏽 And in Sultan Town, Sargodha, the nightmare of persecution has deepened: 14-year-old Shamraiz Masih has been abducted, raped, and forcibly converted to Islam. He is now being held in a madrasa, where his grieving family is denied all contact with him. Despite lodging a police report and receiving public assurances, the boy remains captive, and the main suspect—his former employer—remains at large.

Read Shamraiz’s Heartbreaking Story ➤

These are not isolated events—they are part of the wider persecution that Christian families in Pakistan endure daily. We are asking you to respond once again:

🙏 Pray for Nabeel, Shamraiz, and their families—for healing, for protection, and for justice.

💗 Give, if you are able, to help fund urgent medical care, legal aid, and shelter.

📣 Share these stories with your networks to raise awareness and amplify their voices.

📖 “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” —Galatians 6:2

👉 Click here to give now

Together, we are a lifeline for the persecuted. Thank you for standing with us as we continue to be a voice for the voiceless.

Some urgent appeals from last month remain unfulfilled due to a shortage of donations, which may be linked to recent email delays and an increase in requests. 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.

Nabeel Masih’s Hepatitis E Recovery Stalled by Dangerous Ascites

Recently, Nabeel was diagnosed with Hepatitis E, a dangerous virus that severely compromised his liver. After weeks of medication and signs of slight improvement, we were hopeful. However, on 19th July, Nabeel’s condition took a devastating turn for the worse.

His father, Amanat Masih, made an urgent call to our BACA team:

“Nabeel needs immediate medical help. We are poor and cannot afford his medical treatment. Please save Nabeel. He is leaving us.”

Our team acted quickly, transporting Nabeel to Indus Hospital for emergency treatment. From there, doctors referred him to a trusted private medical facility, where he was admitted in a semi-conscious, critical state. Tests revealed that Hepatitis E had caused near-total liver failure, placing Nabeel’s life in grave danger.

On 21st July 2025, a Christian family in Sultan Town, Sargodha was plunged into a nightmare when 14-year-old Shamraiz Masih was kidnapped and forcibly converted to Islam. The boy is now being held at a Madrasa, where his family is denied all contact with him. The tragic case highlights ongoing religious persecution and the vulnerability of Christian minors in Pakistan.

Shamraiz Masih

For the past three years, Shamraiz had been learning motorbike repair under the supervision of Muhammad Rana Munir. However, disturbing revelations came to light when Shamraiz disclosed to his family that he had been raped by Rana Munir. Upon hearing this, his family immediately stopped sending him to the workshop.

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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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.

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