Pakistan

Our Christian brothers and sisters in Pakistan are subjected to some of the most extreme forms of persecution and discrimination. Whether they are in church, their place of work, at school and even in their homes, minority Christians suffer attacks simply because of their beliefs.

With your help, Aid to the Church in Need is committed to meeting their urgent needs through practical and pastoral support. Helping with key projects including the installation of security fences around churches so that that faithful may worship in peace, emergency aid following anti-Christian attacks by providing safe houses for Christian families fleeing violence and supporting the victims of persecution with basic necessities and more.

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HOW YOUR HELP CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Across Pakistan ACN is working with Church partners to offer practical and pastoral help for victims of persecution by providing support including emergency aid and necessities, security at churches, education for children, teaching future priests and more.

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STORIES OF THE FAITHFUL IN PAKISTAN

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The family of murdered Christian Grandfather Nazir Gill Masih’s family express their thanks to ACN and local Catholic project partner NCJP (National Commission for Justice and Peace).

• At least 20 Christians are currently imprisoned under blasphemy charges, collectively serving over 134 years.
• In 2023 and 2024, multiple churches and Christian homes were destroyed in mob violence in areas such as Punjab and the Jaranwala incident in 2023 which saw over 20 churches and dozens of Christian homes burned down.
• The first quarter of 2025 has seen a dramatic escalation in persecution against Christians including forced conversions; sexual violence and murders of Christians and other minorities.

ACN have put together a report for Pakistan, with information from Church and Christians about the situation in the country, and what ACN are doing to help those in desperate need. You can download and read the full report by clicking here.

Whilst it is hard to hear about the issues being faced by our Christian brothers and sisters, it’s important to tell you their story and just how your support can make a difference in their lives. If you which to support this appeal, please do and know that anything you donate will go to help the lives of the faithful.

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“The situation for Christians in Pakistan is getting worse day by day.”
Fr Bonnie Mendes
Priest in Faisalabad Diocese, Pakistan for more than 60 years

Fr Bonnie Mendes has been a priest in Faisalabad Diocese for over 60 years, witnessing the impact of anti-Christian persecution first-hand. He has many stories to share about both suffering and hope. He also highlights the importance of ACN’s work in Pakistan

We ask for your prayers and support to the faithful in Pakistan so that they may have the freedom to live their life through the teaching of Christ. Your support to our appeal can bring about real change to lives of many Christians in Pakistan, change that is only possible through your support. May God bless you.