On Sunday 7
February, candles were lit during morning worship at St Andrew’s, to remember
the vicious attack, 19 years ago, on the Christian village of Shanti Nagar in
Pakistan. The village was devastated in the attack, but has been rebuilt and is
supported, through prayer and gifts of money, by the congregation of St
Andrew’s. Thank you to local preacher, Jackie M, for accommodating this
ceremony in her service.
Prayers were
offered by Alan S, Treasurer of the Shanti Nagar St Andrew’s Trust (a
registered charity) and by Joyce D, wife of Saleem D, who is also a
trustee. One candle was lit, especially to remember our friends in Shanti Nagar
and another one for people of all faiths who suffer persecution for being in a
minority in the country where they live.
The villagers of Shanti
Nagar are still harassed by extremists, but they are encouraged by our support
and prayers, and they continue their Christian worship and witness.
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