Pray for the Chinese Diaspora in Mexico:
Lord God we praise you for you are sovereign and just! ""Let all the peoples praise you!"" (Psalm 67:3) Father, you created all people with your image and likeness and have written the law into our hearts. We pray that the Chinese Diaspora in Mexico would come to the light of this truth and that they would catch a glimpse of the eternal plan that you have for all who call upon your name. We pray that your love would penetrate the hearts of the Chinese and that they would step boldly into the call that you have placed on them.
We especially pray for the handful of believers in this community. Embolden their faith that they may use their position of influence to preach repentance and lead others to salvation. Holy Spirit, we leave this ministry in your hand and trust in your plan. Amen.
Learn more about this least-reached people group:
Chinese migrants arrived in Mexico around the mid-19th century partly as an effort to help modernize the country as railroad, mining and agricultural labourers. A majority of the Chinese diaspora have preserved their culture and traditions and have established communities primarily in Mexico City and northern regions, blending their cultural heritage with Mexican customs.
Their religious affiliations tend to combine a mix of Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, combined with beliefs in astrology and reverence for (or fear) of deceased spirits. Nevertheless, religious practices do not have great bearing on their daily lives. Almost half of the population do not adhere to any religion; however, 8% are believers.
They faced discrimination, xenophobia and exclusionary policies, like the 1930s anti-Chinese laws. Nevertheless, the Chinese diaspora prevailed and are now an influential part of society through their contributions to various sectors from business to politics.
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