Sekapan in Malaysia
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| People Name: | Sekapan |
| Country: | Malaysia |
| 10/40 Window: | Yes |
| Population: | 2,200 |
| World Population: | 2,200 |
| Primary Language: | Sekapan |
| Primary Religion: | Ethnic Religions |
| Christian Adherents: | 40.00 % |
| Evangelicals: | 6.00 % |
| Scripture: | Translation Started |
| Ministry Resources: | No |
| Jesus Film: | No |
| Audio Recordings: | No |
| People Cluster: | Borneo-Kalimantan |
| Affinity Bloc: | Malay Peoples |
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Introduction / History
The Sekapan are a small, minority group located in Malaysia.
Where Are they Located?
They live in the Belaga district of Sarawak in Malaysia.
What Are Their Lives Like?
The people make their living hunting, selling jungle products and farming. A few work in the publc sector.
What Are Their Beliefs?
Though some still practice their traditional religion, many have become Christians. From 1920 onward BEM (Borneo Evanglical Mission) did work among them.
What Are Their Needs?
There is a need for the local believers to undertake the support of a pastor.
Prayer Points
Pray for the gospel to be declared in this region.
Pray for an improvement in the quality of life for the people.
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