Mala (Christian traditions) in India

Mala (Christian traditions)
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People Name: Mala (Christian traditions)
Country: India
10/40 Window: Yes
Population: 447,000
World Population: 447,000
Primary Language: Telugu
Primary Religion: Christianity
Christian Adherents: 100.00 %
Evangelicals: 0.00 %
Scripture: Complete Bible
Ministry Resources: Yes
Jesus Film: Yes
Audio Recordings: Yes
People Cluster: South Asia Christian
Affinity Bloc: South Asian Peoples
Progress Level:

What Are Their Lives Like?

Churches play a vital role in their spiritual life, offering Sunday services, youth programs, and Bible training. However, caste-based discrimination sometimes continues even within Christian institutions, affecting their full integration.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Mala Christians are predominantly Protestant, with a significant number affiliated with Lutheran, Baptist, and Pentecostal denominations. Their faith emphasizes personal salvation, Bible study, and community worship.

What Are Their Needs?

Mala Christians need spiritual renewal and deeper engagement with Scripture. Their churches would benefit from leadership development to empower local pastors and evangelists.They need economic empowerment through vocational training and microfinance and educational access for children and youth in remote areas.

Prayer Points

Pray for spiritual growth and unity among Mala Christians.Ask God to raise up faithful leaders and church planters from within the community who will spur their congregations on to love and good works.Pray for economic opportunities and sustainable development.Pray for healing and reconciliation in areas affected by caste violence.Pray for boldness and protection as Mala Christians share the gospel with their Hindu neighbors.

Text Source:   Joshua Project