The Nomadic Peoples Network

We pull together for a common goal that is expressed and fulfilled in the diverse work in which its membership is involved.

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Our Mission

We are a network of field practitioners who work among nomadic people around the world in order to fulfill of the Great Commission mandate among nomadic people.

Why we do it

We believe that the unique world view, values and lifestyle of nomadic peoples demands that we work to develop a an incarnational ministry that will demonstrate the reality of the Gospel to nomadic people in a way that underscores its relevance to their lives.
Our ministry must demonstrate that the Christian message is as much at home in a nomad camp as it is in a western church building. 

How we do it

• Networking field practitioners from over a dozen evangelical mission agencies for mutual encouragement, learning and sharing of resources;
• identifying and promoting best practices in church formation among nomads;
• advocating in the world-wide body of Christ regarding the need for appropriate and effective mission among nomads.

The fruit we seek

This incarnational ministry should bear these marks:

• The love of Christ expressed in word and deed, living out the gospel close to the people with a long-term commitment, regardless of severe conditions.
• An empathy with the nomadic worldview, for example taking a “travel light” strategy in mission.
• A strategic and Biblical response to the nomads’ felt needs with flexible “opportunism” and learning from the nomads themselves.
• Involvement wherever possible with the national church, (recognising that they will also need to understand the cultural differences if they are from sedentary societies.)
• Involvement of those external ministries such as radio and transportation in a sensitive and appropriate way.
• A commitment to the development of an indigenous church that reflects the realities of the nomadic lifestyle.

Nomadic Women And A Traditional Mobile Shelter

I am the good shepherd;
I know my sheep
and my sheep know me
— Jesus (John 10:14)