Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Polynesian

Language: Tahitian - (tah)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: United States

Also found in: French Polynesia; New Caledonia; New Zealand; Vanuatu

Population: 1,300

Global Population: 190,200

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The French Polynesians of United States, numbering 1,300, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 190,200 in 5 countries. Their primary language is Tahitian. The primary religion practiced by the French Polynesians 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