People
Who they are
The Sara Majingai-Ngama live in southern Chad, in the regions of Moyen-Chari and Mandoul, in villages near Sarh, Koumra and Moissala. They are also called Sar or Madjingai-Ngama. They speak Sar, also called Madjingay. In Sarh, Sar is the language people from different communities use to communicate with one another. The name Sara covers several related groups, and the Majingai-Ngama are one of them. Farming and organization into clans, groups of families with a common origin, shape the life of this people.
Where they live
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Country
596K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Chad Partially reached
|
100%
|
580.000 |
How they live
The Sar make their living from farming and live in permanent villages. They grow millet, sorghum, cassava, peanuts and yams, and raise goats, sheep and chickens. Houses are usually built of mud bricks with thatched roofs. Clans organize family life, and beliefs and customs blend Christian, Muslim and traditional practices.
What they believe
Most Sar identify as Christian, and there are also Muslims and followers of traditional religion. Ancestors remain highly respected, and many people blend traditional practices with the Christian faith. Churches need Sar leaders who are well equipped to teach the Bible and support Christians.
The Bible in this people's language
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Sar
Complete Bible
- Translation started Done
- Portions Done
- New Testament Done
- Whole Bible Current stage
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)65%
Evangelicals4%
Needs
Sar communities lack clean water, health clinics, electricity and school supplies, and there are few well-trained teachers. Many families need care for mothers and children and better farming techniques. Literacy education is needed. Christians lack materials for teaching the faith and local leaders trained to teach the Bible.
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the livelihoods of Sar families who depend on farming in the villages of Moyen-Chari and Mandoul.
Pray for literacy education for Sar adults and children so they can read in Sar.
Pray for understanding of Scripture in Sar in churches and homes.
Pray for Majingai-Ngama Christians to remain firm in Jesus, without blending their faith with ancestor worship, and to respect neighbors of other faiths.
Pray for the training of local leaders to teach the Bible and support Majingai-Ngama churches.
Pray for Sara Majingai-Ngama
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