We believe in the personal, visible,
and bodily return of the Lord Jesus Christ.

He will return to judge the living and the dead, and to establish His eternal Kingdom.​

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Mission & beliefs

“Our Mission to Empower Women in Christ, Restore Families, and Advance God’s Kingdom.
WAFD’s mission is to create a global network of women who are rooted in Christ, equipped to fulfill their God-given destinies, and empowered to impact their families, communities, and nations.”

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what we do

Our Mission

We are passionate about the local church, and are on mission to see God’s kingdom established across the earth. See how you can help:

Prayer and Intercession

Building a 24/7 house of prayer where women can seek God’s presence and intercede for one another.

Skill Development

Providing practical training to help women achieve financial independence and dignity

Healing and Restoration

Offering emotional, spiritual, and physical healing through Christ’s love.

Advocacy & Empowerment

Standing with persecuted women, ensuring they are protected, supported, and uplifted.

Networking & Community

Building a supportive network where women connect, empower each other, and grow together in faith and purpose.

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Vision & Goal

A World Where Every Woman Rises in Christ to Fulfill Her Destiny WAFD envisions a world where women are spiritually strong, financially independent, and socially connected, living free from fear, persecution, and discrimination. Our vision is inspired by Galatians 3:28, which declares, “There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

We see a future where

Women are empowered to lead and serve in their families, churches, and communities.

Broken families are restored through the healing power of Christ.

Persecuted women find refuge and hope in the Lord.

A global sisterhood of women arises to advance God’s Kingdom on earth.

our story

We exist to connect people to
Jesus and each other

The Story of Women Arising for Destiny (WAFD): A Journey of Faith, Strength, and Transformation Women Arising for Destiny (WAFD) is a faith-driven organization dedicated to empowering women spiritually, socially, and financially. Founded by Pastor Jacqueline Bhatti, WAFD was born out of a vision to create a space where women could find strength, healing, and purpose, regardless of their background or circumstances. Pastor Jaqueline’s journey began in Pakistan, where she witnessed the struggles of Christian minorities, particularly women, facing discrimination and hardship. After moving to Bahrain and experiencing personal trials that tested her faith, she found renewed purpose through ministry. A divine calling led her back to Pakistan, where she began planting house churches and creating opportunities for women to gain education and skills through the Meena Skill Development Center. A tragic turning point came with the assassination of her youngest brother, Shahbaz Bhatti, a leader in religious freedom advocacy. Facing threats, Jaqueline and her family sought refuge in Canada. Though uprooted, her mission remained steadfast. In 2019, she founded WAFD as a small prayer group, which quickly grew into a global movement spanning multiple countries. WAFD provides spiritual support, leadership development, and economic empowerment programs, including sewing schools, mentorship, and outreach initiatives. Through Houses of Prayer, women find a safe space to worship and grow in faith. The organization’s mission is to ensure that no woman walks alone, equipping her to rise, lead, and step into her God-given destiny. From humble beginnings to a thriving international network, WAFD continues to transform lives through faith, community, and empowerment.

our founder

The Miracle of Salvation

A Life of Faith, Loss, and Resilience Early Life and Passion for Justice Pastor Jacqueline was born into a Christian family in Pakistan as the only sister among five brothers. From a young age, she was instilled with a deep sense of fairness and justice, witnessing firsthand the persecution faced by Christian minorities, particularly women.

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Upcoming Events

31 May 2025, Sat 10AM

Advocacy & Women Empowerment

  • She Rises: Raising funds and connecting with resources to support women facing persecution, including efforts to rescue and rehabilitate young women in Thailand.

Networking & Women Empowerment

  • Arise Conference: Hosting annual Arise Conference in Toronto to highlight relevant issues that women face, and the solutions found through faith and the Bible. Plans are underway to host Arise Conference in Pakistan in November 2025
  • Gather & Grow: WAFD has family summer picnics to encourage outreach, Christmas banquet and door to door carol singing to encourage networking and outreach during Christmas season.
  • Her Hope, Our Gift: WAFD send donations for groceries and small love gifts to help with Christmas celebrations. The children of these single mothers are also sent gifts through the WAFD Sunday Schools.

Skill Development Project

  • The Sewing School Initiative: We aim to provide women belonging to third world countries the skill to find employment opportunities or begin their own business. WAFD opened its first sewing school in Jhelum, Pakistan in 2023 and has opened a second school in Gujranwala, Pakistan in 2024 teaching around 50 students collectively. WAFD also aims to initiate at least one sewing school in Bihar, India in 2025

The Prayer Project

  • 24/7 Online Prayer line: We offer a 24/7 online prayer line through WhatsApp for women to connect for prayers, led by Pastor Jacqueline.
  • Daily Zoom Meetings: Daily Zoom prayer meetings (9 PM–10 PM EST) where women from around the world come together to pray, share, and support one another.
  • House of Prayer Initiative: Our project through which women are trained as WAFD coordinators who then setup home churches called House of Prayer for women and their families. This home church serves as a safe space for these women to commune and learn more about the word of God. Currently there are 5 House of Prayer led by WAFD coordinators across the country and 2 House of Prayers in India. WAFD also has initiated Sunday schools and youth meetings in these Houses of Prayer
  • Renew & Restore: Offering counseling and support for women overcoming trauma and depression.