Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples
Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders
People Cluster: Polynesian
Language: Samoan - (smo)
Alternate Name(s):
Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant
Country: United States
Also found in: American Samoa; Fiji; New Zealand; Samoa; Tokelau; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Population: 68,000
Global Population: 490,825
Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached
Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical
Overview: The Samoans of United States, numbering 68,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 490,825 in 8 countries. Their primary language is Samoan. The primary religion practiced by the Samoans 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