Key Stats
| Category | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Continent: | Pacific |
| Capital: | Palikir |
| Population: | 116,300 |
| % Urban: | 23.1 % |
| Population Under 15 Yrs: | 31.5 % |
| Official Language: | English |
| Languages: | 19 |
| Literacy Rate: | 89 % |
| Life Expectancy: | 70.7 yrs (150/236) |
| HDI Ranking: | 134 / 189 |
| % Christian: | 96.7 % |
| % Evangelical: | 24.3 % |
| Largest Religion: | Christian |
| % Largest Religion: | 96.7 % |
| People Groups: | 25 |
| Least Reached People Groups: | 1 |
| % Unevangelized: | 1 % |
Federated States of Micronesia
Biblical Christianity faces challenges on three fronts. On one front are the traditional cultural elements such as the use of magic and of sakau, the herbal drink used as a communal narcotic. Another front is the pull of Western consumerism encouraged by US aid and the temptation to migrate to the USA. Finally, Mormon missionaries are highly active in Micronesia. All three require a response of wisdom and faith. Pray for a revelation of the power and love of Jesus to the peoples of Micronesia.
Federated States of Micronesia
* Prayer points for the other countries of the day, Marshall Islands, Northern Marianas, and Palau, can be found under the “More” tab.
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