Sankaran Maninka in Guinea

The Sankaran are one of the Maninka groups in Guinea. While they are an Islamic people, many practice ancestor worship. An oral people, the Maninka have proven resistant to the gospel message. They have a system of occupational castes, the most important of which are the musicians and blacksmiths, who are set apart in society and revered. When a singer dies, it's as if a library has been burned because he carries with him the oral tradition of the people. They believe blacksmiths have special magical powers.

Ministry Obstacles

Spiritual oppression is present when the gospel of Christ is presented. Pray against this oppression, so that people will have the freedom to respond to the message.

Scripture Focus

"The LORD is good to all, and his mercy is over all that he has made."  Psalm 145:9

Scripture Prayer

Pray that many from this people group will understand that He is good to everyone, and His compassion has no end.

Prayer Focus

Pray for a rising literacy rate among the Sankaran Maninka, especially for the young people. Pray parents will understand the importance of a good education for their children. There are a few Christian groups in Guinea. Pray that Christians from at least one of these groups will be given a heart and burden to share the story of Christ with the Sankaran Maninka. There may be a few followers of Jesus within this group. Pray their faith will be protected, and that they will be instructed in their walk with Christ.