Throughout December 2023, we coordinated twenty home church prayer gatherings, where we delved into the Gospel of John chapters 1 to 8 with a group consisting of three hundred individuals. Additionally, we provided assistance to two hundred and eighty children by furnishing them with food and school supplies at our four ministry centers. We orchestrated twenty Christmas programs and conducted fifteen Sunday school services. Among our efforts, we dedicated time to sharing the book of John with two hundred and fifty children.
In our Children’s Center, we organized special Christmas prayer meetings. During these sessions, we shared the message of hope found in the Bible—how we prepare our hearts to welcome Jesus. We emphasized the idea that He stands at the door of our hearts, and it’s crucial for us to practice listening to Him and inviting Him in. Just as we decorate our homes for Christmas, we must also adorn our hearts for His arrival.
Prayer Meetings
During this month, we arranged a total of twenty prayer meetings, ten of which took place in Christian households around the Toba Tek Singh area. Additionally, we conducted ten special prayer sessions at our Saint James Primary School and Least of These Center. We dedicated these gatherings to sharing the Book of John with a group consisting of one hundred and fifty individuals, both male and female. In these meetings, we joyously shared the good news of Jesus’s birth. Our Christian community extends warm wishes to you for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year in 2024.
Brickyard Christian Family Support Program
The Christian families from the Brickyard kiln are filled with gratitude for our visits, for sharing the Book of John, and for the food packages provided. Their hearts are lifted by the support, love, and prayers received from all of you. They wish to express their heartfelt appreciation through this Christmas message: “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2024.”
Together, we had the opportunity to share the Book of John with them. Gathering in unity at a single home, they praised God joyously, singing hymns of David. This shared fellowship and celebration brought warmth and joy to their hearts during this festive season.
Least of These Center
It’s truly heartwarming to hear about the blessings poured upon the Least of These Center, providing educational materials, and food for one hundred and sixty children. The children and group members from LOTC overflow with gratitude toward you and your family for your unwavering prayers, continuous support, and boundless love.
During this month’s special Christmas event, the children showcased their talents with drama, tableau performances, Bible readings, and hymns. Their hearts were touched by the story of Jesus’s birth, and they extended their heartfelt appreciation: “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2024. Thank you so much for your prayers and love.”
These children are truly blessed to have learned about the significance of Jesus’s birth, and your support has made a profound impact on their lives, bringing joy and hope during this festive season.
Sunday School Least of These Center
It’s a wonderful blessing to have had the opportunity to delve into the Book of John with forty children during this month’s Sunday school sessions. Sharing the story of Jesus’s birth has been a joyous experience for them, and their attendance and enthusiasm have been truly uplifting.
Their grateful hearts overflow with appreciation for your prayers, love, and support in our missions. During a special Christmas event, these children showcased their talents through drama, tableau performances, Bible readings, and hymns, expressing their heartfelt sentiments: “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2024. Thank you so much for your prayers and love.”
The impact of learning about Jesus’s birth has been evident in their lives, and your presence and support have played a significant role in nurturing their understanding and joy in this blessed season.
SAINT JAMES PRIMARY SCHOOL
Christmas Event
It’s truly a blessing that a hundred and twenty children received educational materials and food. Additionally, seventy-five children were granted the opportunity for formal education at our primary school. We also facilitated a hundred and twenty children with both Biblical education and formal educational resources.
Their hearts overflow with gratitude for your prayers, love, and support. During a special Christmas event, these children showcased their talents through drama, tableau performances, Bible readings, and hymns, expressing their heartfelt sentiments: “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2024. Thank you so much for your prayers and love.”
The impact of learning about Jesus’s birth has been profound, enriching the lives of these children. Your continuous support and prayers have been instrumental in providing them with education and nurturing their understanding of this blessed season.
Saint James Primary School Formal Education
It’s a tremendous blessing that we were able to serve seventy children, providing them with formal education, food, and school supplies. These children are grateful for the prayers, love, and care extended to them.
During our special Christmas event, the children showcased their talents through drama, tableau performances, Bible readings, and hymns. They express their heartfelt gratitude: “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2024. Thank you so much for your prayers and love.”
The impact of learning about Jesus’s birth has been significant in their lives, enriching their understanding of this blessed season. Your support and prayers have made a profound difference in nurturing these children and providing them with education and joy during this festive time.
Sunday School Saint James Primary School
It’s truly uplifting that almost seventy children attended Sunday School this month and engaged joyfully with the lessons from the Book of John. Their gratitude for your love, prayers, and support is evident as they attend classes eagerly, demonstrating a desire to delve deeper into the teachings of the Bible.
During our special Christmas event, the children showcased their talents through drama, tableau performances, Bible readings, and hymns. They extend their heartfelt sentiments: “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2024. Thank you so much for your prayers and love.”
The impact of learning about Jesus’s birth has been profound, enriching the lives of these children. Your continuous support and prayers have created an environment where they can learn, grow, and rejoice in the knowledge of this blessed season.
The Gypsy Ministry
Praise be to God for the opportunity to share the Good News with our brethren residing in the Gypsy areas. We shared the word of God and provided food packages, and their hearts are filled with gratitude for your immense love, prayers, and support.
We shared the story of the “Birth of Jesus” with them, allowing them to experience the joy and significance of this blessed event. Their appreciation for this outreach effort is a testament to the impact of sharing the message of hope and love with those in need.
The Bible Evening Class
During this month, we had the opportunity to share the Book of John with a hundred and ten children and spread the Good News with seventy-five adults. We organized Bible Evening Classes at both our Saint James Primary School and Least of These Center.
Gathering the children and adults living closest to our centers, we reached out to those in the Brick kiln factory and other nearby villages. It was heartening to see their excitement in listening to the Word of God and hearing the Good News. They found joy in both spiritual nourishment and physical sustenance.
Our hearts overflow with gratitude for our prayerful supporters and their unwavering love. It’s through this collective effort that we’re able to share the message of hope and bring spiritual fulfillment to those we serve.
Prayer Request
Absolutely, I’ll include prayers for peace in Pakistan and across the world. May there be harmony, understanding, and tranquility prevailing in Pakistan and every corner of the globe. Let’s pray for reconciliation, unity, and an end to conflicts, bringing about a peaceful and harmonious existence for all. Amen.
In Christ’s Love,
Asim Saddique
JAN
2024