Unreached people group

Maia Chan Santa Cruz

Population62K
LanguageMaya, Yucatec
ReligionChristianity
Reached
25%
Evangelicals
Latin-Caribbean AmericansMaya
Who they are

The Chan Santa Cruz Maya are an indigenous people living primarily in the Yucatan Peninsula, in Mexico. Guardians of the Yucatec Maya language, they carry a strong historical memory of cultural autonomy and attachment to their roots. Their community life revolves around working the land and traditions that define their family and social identity.

Where they live
1
Country
62K
Population
CountryShare of the peoplePopulation
Mexico Significantly reached
100%
62.000
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.

Maya, Yucatec Complete Bible
Audio recordings Available Jesus Film Available

Translation data: Joshua Project.

Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)95%
Evangelicals25%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
For the strengthening and biblical discipleship of local churches among the Chan Santa Cruz Maya.
For mature indigenous Christian leaders to teach the Word clearly in the Yucatec Maya language.
For community development and the health of families in rural communities.
For the missionary engagement of the local church in witnessing to neighboring communities.

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