Turkmen, Trukhmeny in Turkmenistan

Turkmen, Trukhmeny in Turkmenistan The Turkmen were mainly a nomadic people for most of their history and did not settle in cities and towns until the advent of the Soviet system of government. Many pre-Soviet cultural traits have survived in Turkmen society, however, and have recently undergone a kind of revival, including the return of a moderate form of Islam. Secularism and atheism remain prominent for many Turkmen intellectuals. Ministry Obstacles Constitutionally there is freedom of religion, but in practice there is limited freedom. Outreach Ideas The Turkmen believers need training and encouragement to carry the Gospel message to their countrymen. Pray for the followers of Christ Pray for the believers among the Turkmen, that they will be accurately instructed in the faith and will grow in their love for Christ and each other. Pray for the entire people group Pray for the Turkmen people to have full freedom of religion in their country, to worship safely as they choose. Scripture Focus "Tell of His glory among the nations, His wonderful deeds among all the peoples. For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised." 1 Chronicles 16:24-25		People Name: Turkmen, Trukhmeny Country: Turkmenistan 10/40 Window: Yes Population: 4,268,000 World Population: 9,240,000 Language: Turkmen Primary Religion: Islam Bible: New Testament Online Audio NT: No Jesus Film: Yes Audio Recordings: Yes Christ Followers: Few, less than 2% Status: Unreached Progress Level: 1.1
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