“A thought-provoking journey through the struggles and triumphs of a resilient community.” Morris Johns (APPG for Pakistani Minorities)
The Amazing Story of Pakistan’s Christians A look back over 2,000 years of Christian history in the land we now know as Pakistan
“This book is full of stories and political events that shaped the country and Christian community of Pakistan.” Dr. Samuel Naaman (Moody Bible Institute, Chicago)
“I wholeheartedly recommend this book.... It is indeed a treasure trove of knowledge and insight.” Dr James Shera MBE (Politician, Educationist and former Mayor of Rugby)
From the Preface This book was first prepared as a textbook for Pakistan’s Christian students. As far as we can tell, no such attempt has been made to survey the history of Christianity in the area that is today known as Pakistan... Today’s Christians in Pakistan need to know more about their rich history that stretches back for 2,000 years — and we feel the world needs to hear the story too! We think you will also enjoy the journey. This is not an academic or comprehensive survey. It is a story — actually many stories of events, people and personalities — designed to be an enjoyable and inspiring read.
Fully illustrated and referenced
“Mike has done a great service to the Pakistani as well as the global church by providing us this valuable book.” Rev Tariq Waris (Principal designate, FGA Bible Seminary, Lahore)
“I wish I had had access to the opening chapters when I was first preparing to go to Pakistan. ” Dr Carol Walker (Former tutor at All Nations Christian College)
190 pages — 30 Chapters From Bethlehem to The Delhi Sultanate (1526) From the Mughal Empire (1526) to The Sikh Empire (1847) From the Start of Missionary work (1849) to The Revival in Sialkot (1900) From Missionary Commitment (1850) to The Growing Church (1900) From Growing Church (1900) to Established Church (1947) From the Birth of Pakistan (1947) to The Present Day
“Thank you for sight of this labour of love. Your work should build confidence...” Msgr Dr Michael Nazi-Ali (Prelate of Honour to His Holiness Pope Francis.)
To obtain a copy of the Amazing Story The Amazing Story of Pakistan’s Christians is available from many Christian bookshops or online. See Amazon (paperback or Kindle – UK or USA) https://aslanchristianbooks.com (UK) https://eden.co.uk/ (UK) https://equippingthechurch.com/ https://www.barnesandnoble.com/ (USA) In Australia: www.booktopia.com.au/ and other bookstores In New Zealand: www.mightyape.co.nz/ and other bookstores From the Publisher, Malcolm Down (UK and USA): https://www.malcolmdown.co.uk/ the-amazing-story-of-pakistans-christians (add the code AUTH20 at the checkout to receive a 20% discount on orders of 10 or more.)
STARFISH ASIA Starfish Asia is a UK charity (no. 1181649) founded in 2003 by Michael Wakely, the author of the Amazing Story of Pakistan’s Christians. The charity supports education for Christians from low-income families in Pakistan, bringing hope and a future to a generaton of young Pakistanis. With a donation of £12 or more (US $16) Starfish Asia will send you a gift copy of the Amazing Story postage free. For full details go to: https://donorbox.org/the-amazing-story
For further information about the book and the work of Starfish Asia, see Starfishasia.com or contact mike@starfishasia.com or write to 32 Beck Lane, Beckenham, Kent BR3 4RE, UK