Watering the World: Water Well Initiative for Pakistan
Our Water Well Project in Pakistan — A humanitarian effort by Suffragan Bishop Phillip Johnson, Apostolic Life Church of Bay City, and the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World (PAW)
Who We Are
Our Leadership & Mission
Suffragan Bishop Phillip Johnson serves as a missionary to Pakistan through the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World and pastors Apostolic Life Church in Bay City. His calling bridges continents, bringing hope and practical help to communities in need.
Apostolic Life Church is deeply committed to practical compassion and demonstrating Gospel love through tangible action. We believe faith must be lived out in service to others.
The Pentecostal Assemblies of the World (PAW) is a global Pentecostal fellowship advancing both spiritual renewal and physical transformation across nations.
Why Water Matters
Access to clean water is not a luxury—it's a basic human need, a matter of justice, dignity, and life itself. When communities gain clean water, they gain health, opportunity, and hope for generations to come.
"Like cold water to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country."
— Proverbs 25:25
Clean water refreshes and sustains both body and spirit. Just as cool water revives a weary traveler, the gift of a well brings life-giving relief to families desperate for safe drinking water. The wisdom of God from this scriptures speaks directly to our mission today.
The Water Crisis in Pakistan
3rd
Most Water-Stressed
Pakistan ranks as one of the most water-stressed countries globally
80M+
People Affected
Over 80 million Pakistanis lack access to safe drinking water
60%
Contaminated Sources
More than half of water sources contain harmful contaminants
Pakistan faces a devastating water crisis that affects millions daily. Rapid population growth, climate change, and inadequate infrastructure have created severe water scarcity. Families walk miles for water that may not even be safe to drink. This crisis demands urgent, compassionate action. Learn more at Water for Women Fund
Unsafe Water Harms Health
A Silent Killer
Contaminated water is responsible for widespread disease and preventable deaths across Pakistan. Children under five are especially vulnerable, facing threats from waterborne illnesses like cholera, typhoid, and chronic diarrhea.
When families have no choice but to use contaminated sources, they face a heartbreaking dilemma: drink unsafe water or go thirsty. Many communities draw water from sources polluted by agricultural runoff, industrial waste, and inadequate sanitation systems.
  • Waterborne diseases claim thousands of young lives annually
  • Chronic illness keeps children out of school and parents unable to work
  • Medical costs from water-related sickness push families deeper into poverty
Access to clean water isn't just about convenience—it's about survival. View regional data on Wikipedia
Women & Girls Bear the Burden
Lost Time
Women and girls spend up to 4-6 hours daily collecting water—time that could be spent in school, earning income, or with family
Missed Education
Girls who spend hours fetching water often miss school or drop out entirely, limiting their future opportunities and perpetuating cycles of poverty
Physical Strain
Carrying heavy water containers over long distances causes chronic back, neck, and joint problems, especially in young girls still growing
Safety Risks
Long journeys to distant water sources expose women and girls to harassment, violence, and other dangers in isolated rural areas
In Pakistan's water-scarce regions, the responsibility of water collection falls overwhelmingly on women and girls. This burden robs them of education, safety, and opportunity. When a well comes to a village, it liberates an entire generation. Read more at Earth.Org
Heightened Risk
Danger on the Water Journey
The path to water is often a path of danger. Long trips to distant water sources place women and girls at increased risk of violence, harassment, and assault—especially in remote rural settings where they must travel alone or in small groups.
These risks are well-documented across Pakistan's water-scarce regions. Women report feeling unsafe during early morning or evening water runs. Many face unwanted attention, threatening encounters, or worse. Some families keep girls home from school entirely to avoid the danger.
When a well comes close to home, it doesn't just provide clean water—it restores safety, dignity, and peace of mind. Mothers no longer fear for their daughters. Girls can focus on learning instead of surviving the journey to water.
Our First Response — Hyderabad Well
01
Partnership Formed
The Pentecostal Assemblies of the World identified an urgent need near Hyderabad
02
Community Engaged
Local leaders helped us understand the specific water challenges and select the optimal location
03
Well Drilled
Our team installed a professionally drilled well reaching clean groundwater
04
Lives Changed
Clean water now flows in a community that once struggled daily for access to safe drinking water
This first well represents more than infrastructure—it's a demonstration of what's possible when faith communities unite for practical compassion. Families near Hyderabad now have reliable access to clean water, transforming health outcomes and daily life.
Hyderabad Well Dedication
Witness the joyous moment as the Hyderabad community celebrates the new water well, generously sponsored by the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World. This video captures the gratitude and transformation brought by access to clean, safe water, marking a new chapter of health and hope for countless families.
Watch the full dedication video and see the joy from the community:
Our Second Response — Ahmed Khaskhli Well
Reaching Remote Communities
Four hours outside Karachi, in the remote village of Ahmed Kashli, Apostolic Life Church sponsored the construction of our second well. This isolated community had long suffered without reliable access to clean water.
The journey to Ahmed Kashli is challenging—rough roads, extreme heat, and distance from urban centers. Yet this is precisely where the need is greatest. Remote villages often fall through the cracks of government infrastructure projects.
Today, Ahmed Kashli has a functioning well that serves the entire village. Children drink safe water. Women no longer make dangerous treks. The community is healthier, stronger, and more hopeful.
Two wells. Two communities transformed. This is just the beginning.
Your Gift Transforms Lives
Every donation to the Water Well Initiative directly impacts communities in Pakistan, providing reliable access to clean, safe drinking water. Your generosity empowers women, keeps girls in school, and protects vulnerable children from waterborne diseases. Join us in breaking the cycle of water scarcity and bringing hope to those who need it most.
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Ahmed Khaskhli Well: A Community's Gratitude
Witness the transformative power of clean water in action. This video captures the successful installation of the Ahmed Khaskhli well, showcasing the diligent work and culminating in a heartwarming celebration. Experience the pure joy and hear the heartfelt thank you messages from community members whose lives are now fundamentally changed by access to safe, reliable water.
What a Well Means
Affordable Impact
Each well costs approximately $950—a modest investment that creates lasting change for an entire community
Reaching Clean Water
Wells are drilled 100–150 feet deep, accessing clean groundwater far below surface contamination
Health Transformation
Clean water dramatically reduces waterborne illness, especially in vulnerable children, cutting disease rates by up to 70%
Time Liberated
Families save 20+ hours weekly previously spent on water collection—time redirected to education, work, and family
Education Enabled
Girls attend school consistently when water is nearby, breaking cycles of illiteracy and opening doors to future opportunity
Community Renewed
A central well becomes a gathering place, strengthening social bonds and community resilience for decades
Why Clean Water Matters
Disease Reduced
Waterborne illnesses plummet when communities access clean water, preventing needless suffering and death
Girls Educated
Time saved from water collection means girls can attend school, complete their education, and build better futures
Income Increased
Adults redirect hours toward productive work and income generation, lifting families out of poverty
Communities Transformed
Clean water creates a ripple effect—healthier families, educated children, stronger economies, and vibrant communities
Water access is the foundation upon which communities build healthier, more prosperous futures. When we provide clean water, we're not just solving one problem—we're unlocking human potential and creating conditions for entire communities to thrive. This is practical love with exponential impact. Explore global water impact at UNDP Climate Promise
Join Us in Watering the World
Donate
$950 provides a complete well serving an entire village for decades
Partner
Join with your church, small group, or organization to sponsor a well together
Share the Story
Tell others about this mission and multiply the impact through awareness
Pray
Lift up this work, our partners in Pakistan, and the communities we serve
A well changes life for decades. It's practical love that reflects the heart of the Gospel—meeting urgent physical needs while demonstrating the boundless compassion of Christ. Your partnership makes this possible.
Every well we drill is a testament to what's possible when faith communities unite in mission. Two wells are just the beginning. Countless villages still wait for clean water. Will you join us? Together, we can bring the life-giving gift of clean water to communities across Pakistan—one well, one village, one transformed life at a time.

Ready to Make a Difference?
$950 provides a complete well serving an entire village for decades.
Explore Our Recent Mission Trips to Pakistan
Discover comprehensive reports from Suff. Bishop Phillip Johnson detailing our mission journeys and ongoing humanitarian work throughout Pakistan.