Bishop of Rochester resigns to become defender of persecuted Christians

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Dr Michael Nazir-Ali is only 59 and could have stayed for another decade in his post, one of the most senior in the Church [of England], but has chosen instead to devote the rest of his career to working in communities where Christians are in a minority.
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While this is likely to see him involved in the Middle East and Pakistan, the bishop revealed that he also plans to work with Muslim converts to Christianity in Britain.
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He said he has been inspired by the story of Hannah Shah, an Imam’s daughter who faced being killed by her family for refusing an arranged marriage before becoming a Christian.
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“Bishop Michael is hoping to work with a number of church leaders from areas where the church is under pressure, particularly in minority situations, who have asked him to assist them with education and training for their particular situation,” said a spokesman.
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Thank you for sharing this with us, Ahimsa!

“We take this step of faith ‘not knowing where we are going.’” ~ The Rev Michael Nazir-Ali

Peace!
 
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