The Vietnamese are an unreached people group with a strong Diaspora population stretching back to the 1970s. There are approximately 2 million Vietnamese in the United States, with over 5,000 in Arkansas. And although they are scattered throughout the state, they live primarily in the Fort Smith and Little Rock metropolitan areas with some in Northwest Arkansas. They are known for their devotion to their families, and ancestor worship is still very central to their culture. They also place a high value on honor and hard work, which is evident when visiting a Vietnamese-run business. The majority of Vietnamese adhere to Mahayana Buddhism and a mix of indigenous Vietnamese folk religions. There is also a large minority of Roman Catholics among them, and in Arkansas there are at least two Vietnamese evangelical congregations.

There are approximately 460 Vietnamnese households in Little Rock and 105 in Saline County.

Prayer Requests:

• Pray for unity and mutual encouragement among Vietnamese believers in Arkansas, as well as a spirit of cooperation with English-speaking congregations in their cities.
• Pray for second and third generation Vietnamese to be equipped and mobilized to reach Vietnamese Buddhists.
• Pray that God delivers Vietnamese Buddhists from spiritual bondage.
• Pray that God would raise up Vietnamese believers to reach their families, friends, and co-workers with the Gospel.

Partnership Opportunities:

• Pray! Pray for these requests listed and for the Vietnamese people group. Pray how God would have you become more involved.
• If you live in Central Arkansas and want to know how you can actively become involved with reaching the Vietnamese or help start this church plant, contact Jamie below.