Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Micronesian

Language: Pohnpeian - (pon)

Alternate Name(s): Micronesian Sub-cluster

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: Micronesia

Also found in: United States

Population: 29,000

Global Population: 32,900

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Ponapeans of Micronesia, numbering 29,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Micronesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 32,900 in 2 countries. Their primary language is Pohnpeian. The primary religion practiced by the Ponapeans 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