Tag: Christianity
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Vietnam Wrestles With Christianity
Since the 1980s, where Protestant Christianity was virtually unheard of in Vietnam’s northern highlands, an estimated 300,000 out of the 1 million ethnic Hmong in Vietnam are now Christians. Over time, the social, economic, and political impacts of … Read Full Article
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How life is changing for Thailand’s Karen tribe
The Karen are unique among Thailand’s major hill groups, which also include the Akha, Hmong, Lahu, Lisu, Mien and Palaung. Formerly animists and Buddhists, many converted to Christianity, which was introduced in Burma in the 1800s, mainly by American … Read Full Article
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Hmong Teenagers Share Christmas Cheer in Los Angeles
(Photo : Christianity Daily) Hmong teenagers from Fresno performed various songs and dances in celebration of Christmas on December 20 at Only Jesus Mission Church in Los Angeles. Hmong teenagers from Fresno visited Los Angeles once again this year ahead … Read Full Article
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“Maybe That’s What Christianity is All About?” A Few Critical Questions for “Relevant” Churches
Before I share what she said, I want to note that this student is Hmong in ethnicity, and her family practices the animist religion (shamanism) the Hmong are known for. Nevertheless, she was one of my better students in the class – her work was top notch … Read Full Article