Landoma in Guinea

Landoma in Guinea The Landomas live much of their lives from hand to mouth, with little or no reserve of money or goods. The harvest of rice and/or millet is always gone several months before the next harvest comes in, resulting in much hunger. Often they find it necessary to go into debt in order to buy food, to buy seed to plant, to build a house, to get married, or to handle other large expenses. When a crop comes in, the debts must be paid. Most Landumas profess Islam; a few are Catholics. Regardless of outward religion, nearly all continue to hold to animistic beliefs. Ministry Obstacles Social interdependence and community solidarity make it very difficult for a Landoma person to make important decisions on his own. He must carefully consider how those he depends on will react. Outreach Ideas Christian workers need to minister to the physical and material needs of the Landoma, being genuinely concerned. Pray for the followers of Christ Pray the few followers of Christ among the Landoma will develop strong friendships with other believers, providing a new support system. Pray for the entire people group The Landomas need people to minister among them to help them learn better farming, business, and health practices. More schools are needed, as well. Scripture Focus "Do you not say, 'There are yet four months, and then comes the harvest?' Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes and look on the fields, that they are white for harvest." John 4:35		People Name: Landoma Country: Guinea 10/40 Window: Yes Population: 27,000 World Population: 27,000 Language: Landoma Primary Religion: Islam Bible: None Audio NT (FCBH): No Jesus Film: No Audio Recordings: Yes Christ Followers: Few, less than 2% Status: Unreached Progress Level: