Akha, Nuqui of Laos
Animism and ancestor worship are the main religions among the Akha Nuqui. Every Akha Nuqui village in Laos has its own village priest (dzoe ma). The Akha spirit-priest, or shaman, is also responsible for conducting all religious ceremonies, festivals and rituals. The priest relates primarily to the great power, Apoe Miyeh, from whom he receives his authority.
Ministry Obstacles
Akhazang, or the Akha Way, has proved to be the biggest obstacle for Akha becoming Christians. Because of their extremely close-knit communities, the Akha fear the consequences of breaking away from tradition if they should believe in Christ.
Outreach Ideas
Those who take the Gospel to them should stress that God wants to complete their culture rather than destroy it.
Pray for the followers of Christ
There may be no Christian believers among the Nuqui today, but pray for those that will emerge. Pray they will have nothing to do with the deeds of darkness, living as children of light.
Pray for the entire people group
Pray the children of the Nuqui will have good schools available, and that each child will have the opportunity to hear accurately of who Jesus is and what He has done for them.
Scripture Focus
"Let the nations be glad and sing for joy; For You will judge the peoples with uprightness and guide the nations on the earth." Psalm 67:4
Country: Laos
10/40 Window: Yes
People Name: Akha, Nuqui
Population: 8,800
World Population: 8,800
Language: Akha
Primary Religion: Ethnic Religions
Progress Status: Least-Reached
Christ Followers: Few, less than 2%
Bible: Complete
Jesus Film: Yes
Audio Recordings: Yes
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