Tai Pao of Laos

Tai Pao of Laos Tai Pao villages are located in the Viangthong, Khamkeut, and Pakkading districts of Borikhamxai Province. In Laos, Tai can mean 'people' and does not necessarily refer to the Tai or Thai race. Therefore, Tai Pao can simply mean 'Pao people'. The Tai Pao practice a mixture of animism and Theravada Buddhism. Such a religious intertwining has existed in Laos since Buddhism was introduced. Even stories of the introduction of Buddhism to Laos have evolved into animistic myth. For the Tai Pao, maintaining their culture is equally as important as their religious beliefs. Ministry Obstacles The few Tai Pao who have been exposed to the Gospel have not seriously considered it, believing that to become a Christian would be a disgrace against their culture and heritage as a Tai Pao. Outreach Ideas The Tai Pao are spread over a large area in northern Laos -- the same area where the Khmu live. Pray that the believers among the Khmu will be burdened to share the Good News they have received with their neighbors. Pray for the followers of Christ There are no known Christians among the Tai Pao at this time. Please pray there will soon be many real disciples of Jesus in this people group. Pray for the entire people group Spiritual matters are spiritually discerned or understood. Pray the Lord's Sprit will grant understanding to the Tai Pai as to their need for a Savior from sin, and that a Savior has become available in Jesus Christ. Scripture Focus "For from the rising of the sun, even to its setting, My name will be great among the nations ... says the Lord of hosts." Malachi 1:11		People Name: Tai Pao Country: Laos 10/40 Window: Yes Population: 5,100 World Population: 5,100 Language: Tai Pao Primary Religion: Buddhism Bible: Questionable Need Online Audio NT: No Jesus Film: No Audio Recordings: No Christ Followers: Few, less than 2% Status: Unreached Progress Level: 1.1