Kathmandu Center for Christian Studies

Go Deeper. Be Equipped in God's Word
Colloquium

Faithful Presence

Following Christ in a Pluralistic Society
November 28, 2026 . 14:00 - 18:00
Encounter Church
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Nepal is a meeting place of religions, traditions, families, and competing claims about ultimate reality. What does it mean to confess Jesus Christ as Lord in such a society? Must Christians withdraw from culture—or compromise with it? How can we honor our families, love our neighbors, and bear faithful witness without fear or hostility?

Join us for the Third Quarter Kathmandu Center Colloquy as we consider what faithful Christian presence looks like in the home, the community, and the public square.

Meet the Speakers

Subash Dhakal

Speaker

Subash Dhakal

Civil Engineer

Encounter Church / Kathmandu Center

Subash Dhakal is a civil engineer by vocation. He, however, is a deep theological thinker who brings analytical clarity to the study of Scripture, emphasizing the unity of God’s redemptive plan and its relevance for the church today.

Session 1 · 2:05 PM

One Lord Among Many Claims: The Uniqueness of Christ in a Pluralistic World

Arjun Shrestha

Speaker

Arjun Shrestha

Pastor

Ananta Christiya Church / Bhaktapur Theological Seminary

Arjun Shrestha serves as a pastor at Ananta Christiya Church in Bhaktapur. Additionally, he teaches at various seminaries as an adjunct faculty member. He is an enthusiastic leader with a profound interest in Reformed theology, biblical preaching, theological education, and discipleship. He is fervent about empowering Christ-centered leaders, fostering spiritual development, and enhancing the ministry of the local church for God's glory.

Session 2 · 2:45 PM

Between Withdrawal and Compromise: Christian Faithfulness Within Culture and Family

Prem Bhattarai

Speaker

Prem Bhattarai

Pastor

Kathmandu Evangelical Church

Prem K. Bhattarai has been married to Sushma for just over two years. He lives with his spouse in Boudha, Kathmandu. He serves as the pastor of the Kathmandu Evangelical Church since its founding in March 2026. He is responsible for the planning and implementation of short-term expository preaching trainings for local church pastors and preachers from various regions of the country, besides his role as pastor of KEC. He periodically serves as a visiting faculty member at local Bible schools and seminaries, where he instructs students on Reformed Ecclesiology and Expository Preaching.

Session 3 · 3:25 PM

Grace and Truth in Public: Christian Witness Without Fear, Hostility, or Compromise

Facilitator / Moderator

Lydia Rai

Facilitator / Moderator

Lydia Rai

Facilitator

Encounter Church/Kathmandu Center

Lydia earned her bachelor's degree in public health, but her intellectual curiosity extends well beyond her academic training. With a deep passion for theology and philosophy, she might just have the heart of a theologian. She enjoys exploring theological and philosophical questions and bringing her inquiries and curiosities into group discussions. Never one to accept an answer simply because it is given, she isn't afraid to challenge perspectives and push back when she finds an argument unconvincing. Beyond her intellectual pursuits, Lydia is also an event planner, the person behind the livestreaming desk during our church services, and a digital content creator.

Session · 2:00 PM

Opening and Welcoming

Session · 4:05 PM

Q & A

Program
2:00 PM
Opening and Welcoming

Lydia Rai

2:05 PM
Session 1: One Lord Among Many Claims: The Uniqueness of Christ in a Pluralistic World

Subash Dhakal

2:40 PM
Break
2:45 PM
Session 2: Between Withdrawal and Compromise: Christian Faithfulness Within Culture and Family

Ps. Arjun Shrestha

3:20 PM
Break
3:25 PM
Session 3: Grace and Truth in Public: Christian Witness Without Fear, Hostility, or Compromise

Ps. Prem Bhattarai

4:00 PM
Break
4:05 PM
Q & A

Lydia Rai

5:00–6:00 PM
Fellowship over Snacks and Drinks

Participants and speakers

"The whole of Scripture points to Christ."
Luke 24:27

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