People
Who they are
The Loniu are an indigenous coastal people of Manus Province in Papua New Guinea, living primarily on Los Negros Island. With an identity deeply rooted in the sea, traditional fishing and communal village life, they preserve their mother tongue while maintaining a long history of engagement with the Christian faith.
Where they live
1
Country
2K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Papua New Guinea Significantly reached
|
100%
|
1.800 |
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Loniu
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)89%
Evangelicals25%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento espiritual e discipulado profundo nas igrejas da comunidade loniu.
Pelo acesso a materiais de estudo bíblico e discipulado na língua do coração.
Pela juventude loniu, para que encontre oportunidades educacionais sem perder as raízes da fé.
Pelo despertamento missionário dos cristãos loniu para alcançar ilhas e povos vizinhos.
Pray for Loniu
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