The Bible was written in a patriarchal context, yet it often challenges cultural norms regarding gender roles. From the very beginning, Scripture affirms the equal value of men and women in God’s creation. Created in God’s Image Genesis 1:27-28 declares, “God created humankind in God’s own image; in the image of God, God created them; […]
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A Strong and Supportive Arm of the Church – 3rd Issue In the Third issue, I will outline (i) a brief history of the Church of Scotland- Women’s Work and Ministry (ii) the First Bishop of Silakot, Bishop William Young(iii)Program Emphasis & Concerns of Women’s Synodical during 1974-77, and (iv) introduce two strong and committed
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In the second issue, I will outline (i) a brief history of the Church of Pakistan, (ii) the Program Emphasis &
Concerns of Women’s Synodical during 1972-74,
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Rev. Dr. Ernest Edwin Mall was an anointed man of God and a spiritual father, brother and a friend to many. Ernest Mall was noted not only for his incredible vocal talent, but for his ability to put into song his love, adoration and praise for his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Powerfully-voiced with a
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Q. When and where were you born and where did you receive your primary and higher education? Response. I was born in Pattoki, District Lahore, Pakistan; received primary education from the State and church schools in Karachi and Lahore; received Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree form Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore and Master of Arts
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A Strong and Supportive Arm of the Church (Historical Overview) By: The Rev. Khushnud Azariah, PhD As one of the senior most members of Riffaqat-e-Khawateen (Women’s Fellowship) and having the immense joy and honor to be an active member of Women’s Fellowship of the Church of Pakistan, serving Women’s Synodical as its Vice President (1983-
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Being a woman in Pakistan is not a privilege. In fact, her situation is bad if poor, and worse if she belongs to a religious minority group. The larger picture of social, political and economic conditions of Pakistan’s religious minorities today tell us that the women belonging to these groups face double discrimination and marginalization.
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Doing Theology from a Christian Woman’s Perspective It is an honor to reflect on the theme of “Serving Together to Build a Civil and Just Society in Pakistan,” as a woman deeply rooted in Christian faith. I belong to a priestly family which has been serving the church for four + generations. I also feel
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Recent reports about Child labor situation in Pakistan appearing in the national and international media has drawn a lot of attention about this issue. Some industries were specifically targeted because of the use of child labor in products exported from Pakistan. Though these reports have been challenged by the manufacturers and the Government alike, one
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My heart is filled with thanks to God for gathering us to celebrate the lives of women created by God in God’s own image. Today we have gathered for a specific task, i.e. to reflect and understand the role and status of Pakistani Christian Women in church and society. As we reflect upon our role
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