Spiritual Players Profile¶
Purpose¶
Capture and map local spiritual authorities, traditional healers, and faith influencers so workers can understand who shapes community belief.
How to use this profile¶
- Identify one spiritual player in the local community.
- Record their role, influence, and claims.
- Note how their authority interacts with local priorities.
Profile template¶
- Name or title:
- Community role:
- Spiritual claims:
- Level of influence:
- Primary audience:
- Practices or rituals:
- Connection to local core foci:
- Potential Gospel bridge:
Notes¶
- Include both formal and informal authority figures.
- Do not assume the most visible leader is the most influential.
- Confirm observations with local partners.
Next step¶
Compare this profile with the community’s core priorities and plan a Gospel response that respects local authority structures.