Project Overview

The Sereer Team is located on the western edge of Senegal near the coast in an area called in the French trade language, “le petite cote,” or the little coast. The Sereer of Senegal is a predominantly Muslim people group, numbering over two million and includes many groups that speak different languages or dialects of Sereer. Most Sereer live within two hours of the coast, but the large population and vast geographic area in which they live is a barrier to reaching them with the gospel. Another barrier is the need for well-grounded biblical leaders, leadership development, pastoral training, and discipleship among the Sereer. Our team is addressing these issues by leading pastor trainings and discipleship meetings as well as offering Bibles to Sereer believers so they can read God’s Word for themselves. In addition, our gospel outreach ministry includes Jesus Film showings and streaming the audio Bible and Jesus Film over Wi-Fi to Sereer cell phones. We invite you to partner with us through prayer and giving so these vital ministries can reach the Sereer with the gospel! During a recent pastoral training, a local pastor shared how he is meeting with a small group of believers that he hopes will become a church. The trainings help give a solid biblical foundation for those leading and teaching others. A solid foundation is always critical for believers, but especially in this context when they are witnessing to Muslims who practice a unique ‘brand’ of Islam. Although most Sereer consider themselves Muslim, there is also a strong influence of traditional religious practices and ancestor worship that is an additional barrier to reaching them. Typically, there is pressure from family and culture to continue these practices. There are limited Scripture resources in the Sereer languages to help them know how to follow Christ apart from their religious heritage. Your partnership is crucial to the Sereer hearing and fully embracing the gospel and learning to live out the teachings of Jesus.