Collaborative Ministry Efforts in Pakistan
Date: January 9, 2025
Meeting Recap: Rev. Sohail Naihmat John and Michael Hopkins
On January 9, 2025, Rev. Sohail Naihmat John (Pk.S.M.) and Michael Hopkins of Jehovah Saints Ministries came together for a productive and inspiring meeting. Their discussion centered on collaboration for various projects in Pakistan, with a shared vision of spreading the message of Christ, empowering communities, and addressing the needs of the homeless, poor, and vulnerable.
The meeting was filled with a spirit of unity, faith, and commitment to serving God’s people. Below is a summary of the key topics discussed and the next steps planned to advance their mission.
Key Discussion Points
1. Collaboration on Projects in Pakistan
Pk.S.M. and Michael discussed plans to collaborate on several impactful projects, including:
Education and Vocational Training: Providing education and skills training to empower 1,000 young women and prepare them for better opportunities.
Churches and Shelters: Establishing and managing churches and shelters to serve the homeless, elderly, and needy in Pakistan.
Spreading the Gospel: Sharing the message of Christ through Bible studies, conferences, and community programs.
Michael emphasized the importance of peace and unity among different religious groups, reminding everyone that we all serve the same God.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:9
2. Church Management and Expansion
The discussion also focused on the management and growth of churches. While Jehovah Saints Ministries is not primarily focused on building new churches, they do have a presence in South Sudan and India. Michael offered to send Pk.S.M. the necessary forms to convert his church’s name to Jehovah Saints.
Pk.S.M. highlighted the need for a larger church and shelter home in Karachi City to accommodate the growing number of people attending their programs. Michael agreed to send the volunteer handbook, policies, and bylaws to help guide the process.
“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” – Matthew 18:20
3. Supporting Pastors and Promoting Peace
Both leaders discussed the challenges faced by pastors in Pakistan, including:
Lack of education and management training.
The need for financial and spiritual support.
Michael emphasized that helping the homeless and needy is a way of helping Jesus Himself, referring to the powerful words of Christ:
“Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” – Matthew 25:40
4. Women’s Ministry and Education
A significant portion of the discussion was dedicated to women’s ministry. Pk.S.M. shared plans to train 300-500 young women and girls at an upcoming program in a local college. This initiative aims to provide education, vocational skills, and spiritual guidance to empower women in the community.
Michael expressed his admiration for this vision and committed to providing the necessary resources, including volunteer forms and information.
“She opens her hand to the poor and reaches out her hands to the needy.” – Proverbs 31:20
5. Prison Ministry and Faith in Action
Pk.S.M. shared his efforts to gain permission from the government to conduct prison ministry and build a church within a prison. This initiative reflects the heart of their mission: bringing hope and salvation to those in the darkest places.
Michael expressed his full support and reminded Pk.S.M. of the importance of faith and prayer in overcoming challenges.
“The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free.” – Luke 4:18
6. Digital Advertising and Employment Opportunities
To address the lack of job opportunities in his area, Pk.S.M. proposed starting a digital advertising company. This initiative would help young graduates and intermediate-level individuals gain employment while contributing financially to their communities.
Michael praised the idea and encouraged Pk.S.M. to continue exploring innovative ways to support the community.
Next Steps
Michael’s Action Items:
Send the volunteer handbook, policies, bylaws, and church name conversion form to Pk.S.M. via LinkedIn.
Provide the video link of the recorded meeting and the AI-generated transcript.
Create a blog post highlighting Pk.S.M.’s organization and activities.
Pk.S.M.’s Action Items:
Complete and return the volunteer form to Michael.
Introduce Jehovah Saints Ministry in upcoming programs and activities.
Contact Pastor Saleem or inform Michael if unable to reach him.
Share pictures of programs with Michael for website updates.
Write letters to the government and U.S. consulate seeking permission for prison ministry.
Organize the upcoming conference and women’s program in February.
Conclusion
This meeting was a powerful reminder of the impact that faith, collaboration, and dedication can have on communities in need. Both leaders expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to work together and prayed for God’s guidance as they move forward.
As we continue this journey, we are reminded of the words of Paul:
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9
Jehovah Saints Ministries is committed to building a brighter future for the homeless, the poor, and the vulnerable. We invite you to join us in this mission. Whether through volunteering, donating, or praying, your support can make a difference.
Visit www.jehovahsaint.com to learn more about our work and how you can get involved.
Together, we can bring hope, healing, and the love of Christ to the world.
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