Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Polynesian

Language: Maori - (mri)

Alternate Name(s): Rotorua-Taupo

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: New Zealand

Also found in: Australia; Canada; Tonga; United States

Population: 719,000

Global Population: 815,560

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Maori of New Zealand, numbering 719,000, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 815,560 in 5 countries. Their primary language is Maori. The primary religion practiced by the Maori is Protestant Christianity, a tradition that emerged from the Protestant Reformation. Protestants reject the idea of papal supremacy, instead stressing the authority of scripture alone, justification by faith alone, and salvation through Christ alone.

Bible Translations: Available

Jesus Film: Available

Gospel Recordings: Available

Radio Broadcast: Not Available