People
Who they are
The Emberá-Catío are an indigenous people who inhabit the tropical forests and river basins of northwestern Colombia. With a rich oral tradition and a deep connection to the rivers, they preserve their own language and ancestral customs. Their community life is guided by traditional authority, plant medicine, and a spirituality connected to the spirits of the forest.
Where they live
1
Country
42K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Colombia Minimally reached
|
100%
|
42.000 |
The Bible in this people's language
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Embera-Catio
Portions translated
- Translation started Done
- Portions Current stage
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)45%
Evangelicals1.5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pela segurança, integridade e paz nas aldeias dos Emberá-Catío.
Pelo discipulado bíblico e fortalecimento dos crentes em suas próprias comunidades.
Por recursos bíblicos compreensíveis e acessíveis no idioma Emberá-Catío.
Pelo surgimento de igrejas locais maduras, guiadas por líderes indígenas.
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