Victory in the mist of the storm

[paul]

As you know the violence in Pakistan has been severe recently. But in the mist of violence, God is moving greatly. Here is a report from our director in Pakistan. Thank you for your continued prayers for these precious brothers and sisiters in Christ. _ Paul

Respected Brother Paul

Greetings!
Since last 3 months, there has been a prominent increase in
persecution in Pakistan but on the other hand the Lord’s work is also
flourishing. Amen.
In July, 4 new churches have been planted. Pastor Sarfraz Boota has
planted a new church in a village named 4 Chuck. The church is growing
and now they have around 180 souls worshiping and having fellowship
together. Pastor Zahid has planted a church in Gojra with about 90
souls. Pastor Saleem has planted new church in Sheikhupura. There are
60-70 believers attending this church. Pastor Pervez has planted a
church in a village near Shahkot city. There are also about 60-70
believers in this congregation. Please keep praying for these precious
believers.
Aneela, my wife, has organized a women seminar on last Saturday and
around 75 women attended the event. The theme of the event was
“Women’s Role in Lord’s Work”. Women ministry has been much neglected
in Pakistan but we are trying to make a difference.
We are making plans to have an evangelistic trip to Baluchistan
province, which shares boarders with Afghanistan and Iran. We have
some vibrant and dynamic fellowships there. There is a great need of
Urdu Bibles, Gospel Literature other faith-based material. We are
making plans to bring 500 URDU Bibles with us. Each Urdu Bible cost 3
US$. Please pray for this important trip and much needed resources.
Pastor Muawar, our representative in NWFP province has sent some very
great news. Despite the Talibanization and militancy in NWFP and on
the boarder of Afghanistan, the churches are growing and new believers
are coming everyday to join God’s family. Recently they have baptized
16 new believers. Hallelujah.
Thanks a lot for your continuous prayers, love and support. Your
partnership has been a great blessing for us. Words can’t express my
heartiest feelings. Thanks.
May God bless you with His abundant blessing.
For the cause of Christ,

Dr. Muqaddam Zia,
WMOF Pakistan