People
Who they are
The Okolie live in South Sudan, in Losite Division, Ikotos County, Eastern Equatoria. Their language includes the Lorwama and Ketebo varieties, spoken in the same area. Most Okolie identify as Christian, while a minority follow traditional religion. The Christians among the people also include evangelicals.
Where they live
1
Country
17K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
South Sudan Partially reached
|
100%
|
17.000 |
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.
Okolie
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Not available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)75%
Evangelicals3%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the work of translating Scripture into Okolie, with attention to speakers of Lorwama and Ketebo.
Pray for Okolie Christians to know Jesus better and put his teachings into practice in their families.
Pray for the church among the Okolie of Losite to train leaders to teach the Bible in the people’s language.
Pray for Okolie
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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