Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Micronesian

Language: Chuukese - (chk)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestantism

Country: Micronesia

Also found in: Guam; United States

Population: 33,000

Global Population: 46,400

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Trukese of Micronesia, numbering 33,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Micronesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 46,400 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Chuukese. The primary religion practiced by the Trukese is Non-Evangelical Protestantism, a collection of denominations typically more focused on issues of social justice than personal salvation.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available