Jiasou in China

The Jiasou people live in a mountainous region of south central China near the border with Vietnam. The Chinese government has classified them as a sub-group of the Yi nationality. Since 1949, the government’s policy has been to incorporate indigenous peoples like the Jiasou into the Han majority language and culture. Due to their isolation, the Jiasou have been able to hang on to their primary language of Sani and their distinct traditions. Few have heard the claims of Jesus Christ.

Ministry Obstacles

The Jiasou religion of animism and ancestor veneration is deeply ingrained in their society. They live in an area that is not easily accessible. There are no Christian resources available in Sani except for some audio recordings.

Outreach Ideas

Han Chinese believers can go to the Jiasou and establish businesses with them. They can help bring modern medicine and help establish schools among the Jiasou.

Scripture Focus

"Sing to God, sing praises to his name; lift up a song to him who rides through the deserts; his name is the LORD; exult before him!"  Psalm 68:4

Scripture Prayer

May today’s people group feel His holy presence when they worship Him.

Prayer Focus

Pray that the Bible and other resources would be translated into the Sani language. Ask the Lord to send loving, Spirit-filled workers to the Jiasou. Pray that each Jiasou person would have the opportunity to hear the gospel in an understandable way.