Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islander Peoples

People Cluster: Micronesian

Language: Marshallese - (mah)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: Marshall Islands

Also found in: Nauru; United States

Population: 32,500

Global Population: 43,125

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Marshallese of Marshall Islands, numbering 32,500, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Micronesian people cluster within the Pacific Islander Peoples affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 43,125 in 3 countries. Their primary language is Marshallese. The primary religion practiced by the Marshallese is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available