Key Stats
| Category | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Continent: | Europe |
| Capital: | Lisbon |
| Population: | 10,247,605 |
| % Urban: | 66.8 % |
| Population Under 15 Yrs: | 13.3 % |
| Official Language: | Portuguese |
| Languages: | 9 |
| Literacy Rate: | 96 % |
| Life Expectancy: | 81 yrs (31/236) |
| HDI Ranking: | 38 / 189 |
| % Christian: | 94.4 % |
| % Evangelical: | 3 % |
| Largest Religion: | Christian |
| % Largest Religion: | 94.4 % |
| People Groups: | 42 |
| Least Reached People Groups: | 6 |
| % Unevangelized: | 1 % |
Portugal
Religious and political freedom transformed Portugal after 1975. But the focus on individualism and material gain, and a rise in substance abuse, all challenge the nation. The Roman Catholic Church still has influence, but it needs renewal. In southern areas, less than 3% attend mass. Pray for the Holy Spirit to work so that many people encounter the Scriptures and the Saviour in a meaningful way.
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