Affinity Group: Asian Pacific Rim Peoples

Affinity Bloc: Pacific Islanders

People Cluster: Polynesian

Language: Tahitian - (tah)

Alternate Name(s):

Primary Religion: Christianity - Protestantism

Country: New Zealand

Also found in: French Polynesia; New Caledonia; United States; Vanuatu

Population: 1,600

Global Population: 191,300

Progress of the Gospel: No Longer Unreached

Global Status of Evangelical Christianity: 10% or Greater Evangelical

Overview: The Tahitians of New Zealand, numbering 1,600, are No Longer Unreached. They are part of the Polynesian people cluster within the Pacific Islanders affinity bloc. Globally, this group totals 191,300 in 5 countries. Their primary language is Tahitian. The primary religion practiced by the Tahitians 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