He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.” (Matthew 28:6)

Many of our churches actively joined in a wonderful celebration of the risen Christ. In the Easter program in Kathmandu, local churches from across Kathmandu gathered for a joint event, reflecting unity and shared faith. Believers came together to commemorate the resurrection, sharing hope, worship, and fellowship in a vibrant gathering. They walked from different parts of the city to Dasharath Rangasala and assembled at the stadium. “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.” (Matthew 28:6)

Christians in Nepal—particularly in rural areas—continue to face serious discrimination and mistreatment. A recent incident in Gairaghar village, Dolakha District, underscores this harsh reality. Among the 130 households in the village, only seven are Christian, with a small group attending a nearby A.G. Church. On July 13, 2025, an elderly Christian woman, Amrit Maya Shrestha, passed away and wished to be buried according to her faith. Her family initially prepared a grave on their private land, but some local individuals persuaded them to use a public forest burial site instead. However, as the burial began, angry villagers appeared, shouting that Christians were not allowed to bury there and even threatened to exhume the body.

 

The intimidation didn’t stop there—people from nearby villages also came to pressure the family to remove the body. Her grandson shared how the family simply wanted to fulfill his grandmother’s final wish, but instead faced fear, disrespect, and threats. This incident reflects the continuing persecution of Christians in Nepal and highlights the government’s failure to uphold the rights of religious minorities in practice.

What a joyful and powerful Easter celebration we had! All our churches joined community of believers and other churches to celebrate resurrection day. The atmosphere was filled with excitement and hope as we came together to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is big celebration for our local pastoral teams and believers. Pastor Santosh and Pastor Prem led the service with such passion and grace, reminding us of the victory we have in Christ.
Hearts were uplifted, faith was strengthened, and the presence of God was so real among us. It was a beautiful gathering of worship, Word, and fellowship – a true reminder that Jesus is alive, and because He lives, we have hope for today and forever! Christ is risen indeed – hallelujah!

We want to express our heartfelt thanks for the incredible difference you made during last year’s Christmas by providing the children with warm winter clothes through the Lord’s grace. Their excitement was heart-warming.

Celebrating Christmas is a beautiful time for us, marked by a special church service and a delicious meal shared in fellowship. What truly matters is the joy in the children’s hearts; they are not orphans to us—they are family.

Words cannot fully capture my gratitude for your prayers, support, and generous contributions in 2024. Thank you for being a vital part of this beautiful journey, and Happy New Year 2025!

Merry Christmas!  We are so grateful to our families and friends. 2023 has been such a crucial year for all of us. There are so many things the Lord has done. We are grateful for all His work. You have believed and supported us; we are so grateful for standing with us. We want you to know that we pray for you, and you are in our thoughts always. Thank you once again. As we celebrate the most crucial day in history, the birth of Jesus. We use this day to evangelize the reason for Christ’s birth. Christmas is a special time for us because of Jesus Christ’s birth for humankind’s salvation. His redeeming plan is through His son, Jesus. It is a joyful time for everyone.