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“This is the inspirational story of Amelia Jacob, one of the UK’s first female priests – and the very first from Pakistan. Born in Faisalabad, Amelia was raised in her grandfather’s vicarage, a man who had lost everything when he converted to Christianity. But when an arranged marriage brought her to London, the challenges of a new language, culture and relationship saw her faith lapse. Yet the Lord spoke to her in prophetic dreams, and, when she finally turned back to Him, she was stunned to find herself called to the priesthood. Compelling, entertaining and eye-opening, The Priest from Pakistan is refreshingly candid about the challenges of family life, the immigrant experience and ministering as a woman in a man’s world. For anyone considering how they might serve the Lord, Amelia’s story is encouragement that there are no limits with God!”

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“‘A fascinating account of [Amelia’s] life’s journey from childhood in Pakistan to ordained ministry in the Church of England at a time when the CofE was grappling with an increasingly multicultural constituency and strong divisions over women’s ministry. By her own admission, Amelia is quiet and takes time to process things, and has learned over the years to distinguish her own thoughts from God’s “small, sweet voice” speaking through different channels. Her journey has not been easy, but there is no bitterness, only a steady trust in God’s loving purposes. She touches on so many matters, including how to adapt Pakistani family culture to a British context, and how to share Christ with migrants to the UK from the Indian subcontinent, aware that a strategy for one generation will not necessarily work for the next. On these pages, Amelia shares her love for Christ and what has helped her to nourish that relationship.’ Rev Clive Main, Curate at St James Alperton 1996–2000” –undefined

“‘An inspirational testimonial story containing dreams and visions, kindness and grief, courageously and devotedly shared and expressing explicitly the holy intervention and presence of God. I recommend this experiential book. It is a reminder of life’s wonder and frailty, yet God’s faithfulness and finality.’ Alwin J Samuel, Bishop of Sialkot, Pakistan” –undefined

“‘Two different continents, two different shapes of church life: Amelia’s story binds the two together. By reading her personal story of how just one seed has germinated and grown, we are privileged to glimpse something of the ordinary ways in which the Word of God flourishes in very different cultures. Amelia’s warm-hearted story is very personal and yet enlarges our vision to glimpse more of the “manifold wisdom of God” (Ephesians 3:10).’ Rev John Root” –undefined

The Priest from Pakistan
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The Priest from Pakistan
A Journey of Grace

“This is the inspirational story of Amelia Jacob, one of the UK’s first female priests – and the very first from Pakistan. Born in Faisalabad, Amelia was raised in her grandfather’s vicarage, a man who had lost everything when he converted to Christianity. But when an arranged marriage brought her to London, the challenges of a new language, culture and relationship saw her faith lapse. Yet the Lord spoke to her in prophetic dreams, and, when she finally turned back to Him, she was stunned to find herself called to the priesthood. Compelling, entertaining and eye-opening, The Priest from Pakistan is refreshingly candid about the challenges of family life, the immigrant experience and ministering as a woman in a man’s world. For anyone considering how they might serve the Lord, Amelia’s story is encouragement that there are no limits with God!”

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“‘A fascinating account of [Amelia’s] life’s journey from childhood in Pakistan to ordained ministry in the Church of England at a time when the CofE was grappling with an increasingly multicultural constituency and strong divisions over women’s ministry. By her own admission, Amelia is quiet and takes time to process things, and has learned over the years to distinguish her own thoughts from God’s “small, sweet voice” speaking through different channels. Her journey has not been easy, but there is no bitterness, only a steady trust in God’s loving purposes. She touches on so many matters, including how to adapt Pakistani family culture to a British context, and how to share Christ with migrants to the UK from the Indian subcontinent, aware that a strategy for one generation will not necessarily work for the next. On these pages, Amelia shares her love for Christ and what has helped her to nourish that relationship.’ Rev Clive Main, Curate at St James Alperton 1996–2000” –undefined

“‘An inspirational testimonial story containing dreams and visions, kindness and grief, courageously and devotedly shared and expressing explicitly the holy intervention and presence of God. I recommend this experiential book. It is a reminder of life’s wonder and frailty, yet God’s faithfulness and finality.’ Alwin J Samuel, Bishop of Sialkot, Pakistan” –undefined

“‘Two different continents, two different shapes of church life: Amelia’s story binds the two together. By reading her personal story of how just one seed has germinated and grown, we are privileged to glimpse something of the ordinary ways in which the Word of God flourishes in very different cultures. Amelia’s warm-hearted story is very personal and yet enlarges our vision to glimpse more of the “manifold wisdom of God” (Ephesians 3:10).’ Rev John Root” –undefined

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“This is the inspirational story of Amelia Jacob, one of the UK’s first female priests – and the very first from Pakistan. Born in Faisalabad, Amelia was raised in her grandfather’s vicarage, a man who had lost everything when he converted to Christianity. But when an arranged marriage brought her to London, the challenges of a new language, culture and relationship saw her faith lapse. Yet the Lord spoke to her in prophetic dreams, and, when she finally turned back to Him, she was stunned to find herself called to the priesthood. Compelling, entertaining and eye-opening, The Priest from Pakistan is refreshingly candid about the challenges of family life, the immigrant experience and ministering as a woman in a man’s world. For anyone considering how they might serve the Lord, Amelia’s story is encouragement that there are no limits with God!”

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“‘A fascinating account of [Amelia’s] life’s journey from childhood in Pakistan to ordained ministry in the Church of England at a time when the CofE was grappling with an increasingly multicultural constituency and strong divisions over women’s ministry. By her own admission, Amelia is quiet and takes time to process things, and has learned over the years to distinguish her own thoughts from God’s “small, sweet voice” speaking through different channels. Her journey has not been easy, but there is no bitterness, only a steady trust in God’s loving purposes. She touches on so many matters, including how to adapt Pakistani family culture to a British context, and how to share Christ with migrants to the UK from the Indian subcontinent, aware that a strategy for one generation will not necessarily work for the next. On these pages, Amelia shares her love for Christ and what has helped her to nourish that relationship.’ Rev Clive Main, Curate at St James Alperton 1996–2000” –undefined

“‘An inspirational testimonial story containing dreams and visions, kindness and grief, courageously and devotedly shared and expressing explicitly the holy intervention and presence of God. I recommend this experiential book. It is a reminder of life’s wonder and frailty, yet God’s faithfulness and finality.’ Alwin J Samuel, Bishop of Sialkot, Pakistan” –undefined

“‘Two different continents, two different shapes of church life: Amelia’s story binds the two together. By reading her personal story of how just one seed has germinated and grown, we are privileged to glimpse something of the ordinary ways in which the Word of God flourishes in very different cultures. Amelia’s warm-hearted story is very personal and yet enlarges our vision to glimpse more of the “manifold wisdom of God” (Ephesians 3:10).’ Rev John Root” –undefined

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Weight 100g
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Paperback

Pages

256

Publisher

Instant Apostle

ISBN: 9781912726639
Amelia Jacob
Amelia was born in Pakistan where she completed a BA before moving to London. In 1994, she was ordained as a priest in the Church of England having trained at Oak Hill. She lives with her husband, Stanley, and they have two adult children.