Fezara, Juhayna in Sudan

People Name:	Fezara, Juhayna
Country:	Sudan
10/40 Window:	Yes
Population:	389,000
World Population:	389,000
Primary Language:	Arabic, Sudanese
Primary Religion:	Islam
Christian Adherents:	0.00 %
Evangelicals:	0.00 %
Scripture:	New Testament
Ministry Resources:	Yes
Jesus Film:	Yes
Audio Recordings:	Yes
People Cluster:	Arab, Sudan
Affinity Bloc:	Arab World
Progress Level:

Introduction

The Juhayna Fezara share many cultural characteristics with the numerous Baggara tribes of northern Sudan. All of them speak an Arabic dialect that can be understood by both Arabic and Sudanese Arabic speakers. The nomadic Juhayna Fezara live in camp units called furgan. Members of the furgan generally belong to one or more family lines. Their homes are simple dome-shaped tents, which are portable structures that can easily be packed and moved with the herds. The tents are arranged in a circle into which the cattle are brought for the night to keep them from straying or being stolen. Their nomadic lifestyle makes it hard for workers to stay with them. However, Muslim missionaries once did.

Ministry Obstacles

The Juhayna Fezara have deep historical roots to Islam. They are not likely to consider the claims of Jesus Christ, especially since they are not on good terms with most Christian groups.

Outreach Ideas

Pray for the Followers of Christ

Pray for the Entire People Group

Pray for the end of violence between the tribes of Sudan.
Pray for a spiritual hunger among the Juhayna Fezara.
Pray for workers directed by the Holy Spirit to share the gospel with them.
Pray for a movement to Christ to sweep through the Baggara tribes.