Faith
Christian Father Seeks Justice in Pakistan
Faith Facts
- Pakistan enacted a law raising minimum marriage age to 18 in Islamabad, facing strong resistance from Islamist groups.
- A Christian father’s efforts continue to rescue his 13-year-old daughter abducted and forcibly married under duress.
- Advocates urge stronger enforcement of child marriage laws to protect minors, especially Christian girls.
The recent enactment of an anti-child marriage law in Islamabad marks significant progress for protecting children in Pakistan, though enforcement remains a challenge. Christian families, like Shahbaz Masih’s, face ongoing struggles as they fight for justice and the safety of their children in a society where faith and age-based protections are often ignored.
“I’m still in disbelief that the magistrate admitted her claim that she was 18 years old, whereas her physical appearance also doesn’t support her claim.”
Christian advocates continue to stress the urgent need for effective legal protection in provinces like Punjab, where minor girls remain vulnerable. As faith communities seek the restoration of Biblical family values and justice, the Christian call to defend the innocent becomes ever more pressing.
Join us as we pray for families facing persecution and advocate for laws that uphold the sanctity of childhood, dignity, and religious freedom for all believers.