Episode 196: The Open Door on What it means to be a Christian in Pakistan (April 14, 2021)

Imran Mushtaq, of Pakistan, and Deacon Michael Russo, of Pennsylvania join Jim Hanink, Mario Ramos-Reyes, and Christopher Zehnder concerning Christian life in Pakistan. 1. Could you please tell us a bit about yourself and your family?2. What is daily life like in your village?3. We understand that Christians in Pakistan face many obstacles. Could you explain them for us?4. Do Pakistani courts deal fairly with cases of attacks on Christians?5. What role does the law against blasphemy play in Pakistan?6. Have you ever had any helpful discussions with Muslim neighbors? With Muslims you knew in school?7. Recently Pope Francis has engaged Muslims in what seems to be fruitful dialogue. Are there any initiatives for Christian-Muslim dialogue in Pakistan?8. Are there any initiatives for Muslim-Hindu dialogue in Pakistan?9. How do the people of Pakistan see the threat of terrorism?10. What can Christians in the West do to help the Christians of Pakistan?