Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders
People Cluster: Polynesian
Language: Pukapuka - (pkp)
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Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant
Country: French Polynesia
Also found in: Cook Islands; New Zealand
Population: 1,800
Global Population: 3,100
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical
Overview: The Pukapukan of French Polynesia, numbering 1,800, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 3,100 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Pukapuka. The primary religion practiced by the Pukapukan is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.
Bible Translations: Not Available
Jesus Film: Not Available
Gospel Recordings: Not Available
Radio Broadcast: Not Available