Ministry Projects : OneStory Orality Program in the African Kanuri-Yerwa Language
The Kanuri-speaking people of Africa live primarily in Nigeria, where they have been traditionally non-Christian since the 11th century. They are the dominant group in this region, but only one percent profess to be Christians. They are an oral culture, learning primarily through the spoken word rather than sermons or printed literature. While Kanuri-Yerwa programs do exist in the area, none is specifically tailored to the ear of an oral listener. What programs they do have, the Kanuri-Yerwa listeners use as a primary source for learning and understanding.
To meet the needs oral cultures such as Kanuri-Yerwa, TWR has joined with four organizations to create the OneStory Partnership. Through this partnership, the Kanuri-Yerwa producer has obtained specialized training and been equipped with the tools and understanding he will need to present the Word of God through chronological Bible storying. For 15 minutes, five days a week, listeners will hear the Scriptures through Bible stories, following the historical timeline toward the light of Jesus Christ.
Your gift of $100 will help reach this oral culture in Africa with the good news of Jesus Christ.
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