In the quiet village of Sindh, a devastating fire recently left Jammu Masih (28 yrs) and his family grappling with the harsh realities of loss and despair. However, amidst the ashes, a glimmer of hope emerged as BACA, driven by compassion, extended a helping hand to rebuild not just a house but shattered lives. https://youtu.be/_31Ld1gw6m0 VIDEO: Jammu Masih thanks BACA for helping his family restore their lives after a devastating fire. On the ominous day of October 24th, Jammu Masih’s life took an unforeseen turn while he was diligently working on a farm, just three kilometers away from his modest…
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This Christmas, the staggering reality is that over 139,000 children will experience homelessness—an alarming increase of over 14% from last year. According to official government data, a distressing record has been set this year, with 300,000 people registered as homeless in the UK—the highest figure since records began. You can contribute to easing the hardships of homelessness by supporting BACA’s Meals for the Needy project this Christmas. As the festive season approaches, our hearts are drawn to the poignant reality of the homelessness crisis gripping our nation. Yet, for the dedicated volunteers at the British Asian Christian Association (BACA), the…
On December 18th, a dedicated team of Pakistani Pastors, who generously volunteer for the British Asian Christian Association, journeyed to brick kilns in Sheikhupura to distribute both printed and audio Bibles. The distribution of Bibles is anticipated to provide a valuable opportunity for some of the most underprivileged Christians in Pakistan to deepen their faith and engage with the transformative Gospel of Christ. Now, they can study and reflect on these teachings in their own time, rather than solely relying on the presence of a visiting Pastor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=379i_jo7wFg VIDEO: Pak-Christians share their joy in having their own accessible Gospel. In…
SHEIKHUPURA, PUNJAB — In a shocking incident, the family of a local pastor fell victim to a brutal attack and religious persecution at the hands of an intolerant Muslim gang in Sheikhupura, Punjab. Adding insult to injury, the perpetrators explicitly declared that Christians were not allowed to own a milk shop in the area. The perpetrators of the violence have now threatened to kill the Christian family of they pursue justice and if they continue to run their small milk and yoghurt business. On November 25th, Amir Masih was viciously assaulted while purchasing groceries from Muhammad Abdul Rehman’s shop. Present…
A group of local Muslims violently attacked and injured four innocent Christian farmworkers in Chichawatni, Punjab, as they resisted pressure to convert to Islam. The impoverished Christians were left on stretchers outside hospital wards, anxiously awaiting medical attention from doctors. Regrettably, the police have unlawfully rejected the application against the perpetrators, leaving the victims without legal recourse. In response to this injustice, British Asian Christian Association (BACA) has approached the office of the District Police Officer (DPO), seeking assistance in registering a First Information Report (FIR) at the local police station to initiate a formal investigation into the incident. In…
In a harrowing tale of religious persecution, Haroon Shahzad, a 45-year-old Christian man from Chak 49 Shumaali, near Sargodha in Punjab Province, Pakistan, found himself at the center of a blasphemy controversy that led to his incarceration and subsequent release from Sargodha District Jail on November 15. Shahzad was charged with blasphemy on June 30 for sharing Bible verses on Facebook on 27th July 2023, causing an uproar among Muslims and forcing dozens of Christian families in the vicinity to flee their homes. In a small village near Sargodha city, Pakistan, Haroon Shehzad, a 49-year-old Christian man, found himself accused…
The significant decline in Asian Christians from the Bangladeshi and Pakistani diasporas in the UK, exceeding a third from 2011 to 2021, as indicated in the recent Census for England and Wales, has raised concerns within the British Asian Christian Association. Adding to the distress, the figures for the Arab Christian Diaspora community have more than halved, pointing to a substantial and worrisome shift within these communities over the past decade. This article first published on 05.12.2023 was revised after receipt of further information from the Office of National Statistics. A surprising decline in the number of Bangladeshi and Pakistani-origin…
Thailand recently initiated a new protection program for foreign asylum seekers. However, the British Asian Christian Association, along with the refugees under our care, expresses concern that numerous deserving individuals may face rejection or be deterred from applying due to the fear of arrest and deportation. Meanwhile, the British Asian Christian Association (BACA) persists in running its aid program for Pakistani Christian refugees and asylum seekers. We remain vigilant, awaiting any progress and assistance that may become available to support them. In recent times, the spotlight has turned to the plight of thousands of Pakistani Christians seeking asylum in Thailand,…
#IndiangenocideofChristians In a series of events on 29th November 2023, 22 Indian Christian Pastors and Missionaries found themselves in police custody across Uttar Pradesh, a state in North India. This arrest follows the enforcement of the Anti-Conversion Bill by the state’s Chief Minister, Mr. Yogi Adityanath, with the support of the Indian BJP Party. The Anti-Conversion Bill: Uttar Pradesh has been grappling with the Anti-Conversion Bill, a measure aimed at preventing forced conversions to Christianity. The State Police initially identified 42 Christian leaders for their alleged involvement in “Trying for Forced Conversions to Christianity.” Notably, these arrests were made without…
Hannah Chowdhry, a law student at the University of Aberdeen, has been recognized as a ‘Leadership Trailblazer’ by This is Youth—an award ceremony organized by the Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scheme. She earned this distinction for her commendable efforts in establishing a ‘Meals for the Homeless’ project while volunteering with the British Asian Christian Association in Ilford, during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her dedication resulted in her kitchen receiving a prestigious 5-star rating from Redbridge Council. Despite being in operation for just a few months, she swiftly assumed the role of spearheading the sole homeless meals service…