Day Seven: The Bai People

Who are the Bai?
China's 1.6 million Bai are most heavily concentrated around the city of Dali in Yunnan Province. The famous Three Pagodas in this area are a good representation of the Bai peoples' exceptional building skills. Aside from their carpentry, the Bai are also well-known for their marble and their "roasted tea".

Bai funeral customs are elaborate. After death, the body of the deceased is laid out in the home for several days, while friends and relatives hold a memorial service, sing, dance, feast, and offer sacrifices to usher the spirit of the dead into the afterlife.

Points of Prayer:
1. That every unbelieving Bai will hear the Gospel and put his or her trust in Jesus.

2. For the Lord to burden the hearts of Christians around the world for the Bai people, and call them out to work among this minority group.