Abstract This paper looks at the cultural and ethnic background of Sacramento County and how this will effect the growth of the Hmong Alliance Church, located in Elk Grove, California. The paper also discusses the history of the Hmong Church from its origins in Laos to its establishment in the United States. Finally, the paper presents an evaluation of the Church's attempt to meet the needs of the growing Hmong population and looks at the Church's plans for future development.
From the Paper "In short, the Hmong people face acculturation, ethnicity, second language acquisition, native language maintenance, self-esteem, and many other factors that influence the growth potential of their church. The church is not only their spiritual place of worship but provides many of them with the cultural and social outlet that they need. The Sacramento Hmong Alliance Church will need to address all of these needs for continued growth."
