Kaman in Myanmar (Burma)

The Kaman are a minority Muslim people in Myanmar. The government has recognized them as one of the country's 135 ethnic groups. When violence broke out in 2012 between the Rohingya and Buddhists, the Kaman received the same ill treatment as other Muslim groups. Many families have migrated to Yangon to avoid violence, but they were also ill-treated there; government seized their homeland for small compensation and transplanted them to the city without providing homes or employment.

Ministry Obstacles

The Kaman converted to Islam over six centuries ago but they share the customs and cultures of Buddhist Rakhines. They believe that Allah is the supreme God of the universe, but on a day-by-day basis, they depend on spiritual forces. Currently, they are not open to the ways of Jesus Christ.

Outreach Ideas

As an oppressed minority, the Kaman need help from those who will insist they receive fair and humane treatment. Mission workers can bring the good news that God sees their needs. At the same time, he sees their need to turn from sin.

Scripture Focus

"His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.’"  Matthew 25:21

Scripture Prayer

Pray that many in this people group become good and faithful servants of the Master and celebrate with Him in the coming kingdom.

Prayer Focus

Pray that the Church would gain entry to minister within Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps and stand alongside the Kaman. Pray that God's Spirit would use their difficult situations to bring about a people movement to Christ.