The Jacalteco people group is one of nine languages in a cluster of neighbors. Though the languages are all in the Mayan family, no group's mother tongue can be easily understood by speakers of another. The mountainous area where these people groups live is dotted with volcanoes. Most live in Guatemala, but there are also some in Mexico and the United States.
Most Jacalteco families in the U.S. blend in socially with other Guatemalans. They maintain their own Jakalteko language at home, but speak English or Spanish outside the home.
Jacaltecos in the U.S. are primarily Christian, usually Roman Catholic. They have a small Evangelical presence. Traditional religious practices still have a hold on them.
Mayan religion pervades traditional rites, customs, and ways of thinking. In recent years, foreigners have stirred a resurgence of interest in Mayan worldview, along with its religious practices.
Some Christian believers clearly demonstrate their faith through their choices and attitudes, but they long to better understand their relationship with God. How does He affect their daily lives and relationships? Many are asking for Old Testament Scriptures.
Pray for God to send power encounters that will clearly demonstrate his unbridled power and goodness.
Pray for the Holy Spirit to move powerfully in their families and churches, so their devotion will be only for Jesus.
Pray that soon Jacalteco disciples will make more disciples.
Scripture Prayers for the Jacalteco in United States.
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