Kiche, Central in United States

Introduction / History

The Kiche people group is one of nine languages that make up the Guatemala Cluster. 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.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Most families engage in agriculture, raising plenty of food in the fertile soil. Some supplement their income, raising coffee, sugar, cardamom, or bananas as cash crops. Sheep provide wool for a wide variety of woven and embroidered clothing and intricate handicrafts.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Almost all identify as Christian, though they also revere spirits in nature and of ancestors. Mayan religion pervades traditional rites, customs, and ways of thinking. In recent years, foreigners have stirred a resurgence of interest in the Mayan worldview, along with its religious practices.

What Are Their Needs?

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.

Prayer Points

Pray for the Holy Spirit to send revival fire to Kiche families and churches.
Pray that they will soon be sending Christ's ambassadors to win and disciple those without the hope of the cross.
Pray for God to abundantly provide for the material and spiritual needs of the Kiches.

Text Source:   Joshua Project