Pekal in Indonesia

The majority of the Pekal are farmers and plantation workers during the rainy season, and fishermen in the dry season. Pekal also work as teachers, government workers, military personnel, construction workers, basket weavers, brick makers, and merchants. The traditional market is a cultural event involving many people. Merchants from other areas come once a week to the bazaar. Pekal have several clans spread out in the districts. If a newcomer wants to live with the Pekal, they must cook a meal to share with their chosen clan, as well as other nearby clans. They must also fulfill customary obligations and customary duties of a Pekal community member. After this, the person will be formally considered a part of the clan and will be treated like all other Pekal, without distinction for ethnicity, religion, education, or economic status. In the Pekal culture, all people have the same rights.

Ministry Obstacles
There are very few Christ followers among the Pekal, and they seldom trust anyone from outside of their community. Nearby Christians need to live in a way that will draw Pekal to the Lord.

Scripture Focus
"Blessed is the one you choose and bring near, to dwell in your courts! We shall be satisfied with the goodness of your house, the holiness of your temple!"  Psalm 65:4

Scripture Prayer
Pray for many from this people group to find joy in the Lord.

Prayer Focus
Pray for the Holy Spirit to reveal Jesus to Pekal leaders. Pray for their hearts and minds to be open to the Bible and to Christ as the only way to the Father. Pray for the Lord to draw many Pekal into his kingdom.

People Name:	Pekal
Country:	Indonesia
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	42,000
World Population:	42,000
Primary Language:	Pekal
Primary Religion:	Islam
Scripture:	Translation Started
Ministry Resources:	No
Jesus Film:	No
Audio Recordings:	No
Christ Followers:	Few, less than 2%
Status:	Unreached
Progress Level:

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