People
Who they are
The Rikbaktsa are an Indigenous people living in the forests and along the riverbanks of northwestern Mato Grosso, especially in the Juruena River basin. Historically known for their bravery and deep connection to the forests and waters, they preserve their native language and cultural traditions while seeking to protect their ancestral lands and strengthen their community amid the rapid changes around them.
Where they live
1
Country
1K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Brazil Partially reached
|
100%
|
1.400 |
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)80%
Evangelicals5%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pelo fortalecimento espiritual e discipulado bíblico entre as famílias rikbaktsa.
Pela preservação da cultura, da língua e da integridade das terras do povo Rikbaktsa.
Por líderes cristãos locais sábios que guiem as aldeias na verdade da Palavra de Deus.
Pelo engajamento contínuo das novas gerações com as Escrituras na língua do coração.
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