Saba was a Christian teenaged girl living in Faisalabad, Pakistan. She was out walking with her older sister on the morning of 20th May when they were approached by four men, one of whom was their neighbour, Yasir. The four men forced Saba into a rickshaw and fled.
Whilst in captivity, Saba was forced to embrace another faith and forcibly married to her neighbour, Yasir as his fourth wife. Her family reported the incident to the police and because of extensive pressure from the community, Saba was rescued and returned to her home on 29th May. Even though she is now at home, Saba is still suffering from the emotional trauma of the abduction and forced marriage.
It has been reported that at least 1,000 women from poor minority groups are forcibly converted and married each year in Pakistan. It is believed that the number could be higher since many cases go unreported.
Pray for healing for young Saba as she grapples with the horrible shock and trauma of her abduction and the days spent in captivity at the mercy of her kidnappers. Pray that those responsible for the crime will be held accountable and systemic changes will come about resulting in greater equality, protection and justice for all members of Pakistan’s society.
Pray for strength for Saba’s family as they endeavour to help Saba in her recovery whilst at the same time also dealing with their own shock, anger and pain.
(Source & Photo : VOMC)
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