Pakistan (MNN) — Christians make up less than 2% of Pakistan’s population and face much opposition because of this. The MENA Leadership Center is responding to this optimistically. Fadi Sharaiha, the vice president programs and partnerships, sheds light on the current challenges of the Christian minority:
“I see those challenges as opportunities for us to work on those challenges. So whether it’s a capacity-building challenge, whether it’s [an] evangelistic approach challenge, those are opportunities for us to go meet those needs,” he says.
The MENA Leadership Center is taking steps toward connecting with church leaders in Pakistan. It is starting in-person training programs that will teach believers how to better reach the lost with delivery tactics and by using their understanding of cultural needs. Through these partnerships, local leaders of Pakistani churches will be empowered with mentorship and training to encourage their members to spread the gospel.
The ministry has connected with one Pakistani leader who is currently the head of 120 different churches. He is eager to learn how he can best help them share their faith despite persecution. Sharaiha invites us to share in his vision for the future of this partnership:
“Can you imagine if we have those 120 churches on fire for Christ?”
The MENA Leadership Center hopes to see many leaders equipped and the Church of Pakistan awakened and mobilized to powerfully share the good news. Sharaiha reminds us that the mark of Christianity across the globe started with only 12 disciples, so any small step will make a difference.
Please join with the MENA Leadership Center in praying for wisdom and discernment for the team, fruitful partnerships, effective mentorships, an increase in financial resources, and protection against the spiritual attacks of the enemy.
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