Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Micronesian

Language: Pohnpeian - (pon)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Non-Evangelical Protestant

Country: United States

Also found in: Micronesia

Population: 3,900

Global Population: 32,900

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 5% or Greater but Less than 10% Evangelical

Overview: The Ponapeans of United States, numbering 3,900, 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