Resources especially for work among Bhutanese-Nepalis

 

I’m creating this article as a central location for all resources I find on the web that are helpful for those working among Bhutanese-Nepalis for the Kingdom of God.  I’ll try to keep this post updated as I come across new materials.  Also, I’ll try to arrange things in a way that makes sense.

 

1.      Sites Specifically Related to Bhutanese Refugees

 

·         Bhutanese Refugees—The Stoy of a Forgotten People (Best site of its kind on the web)

·         Cause Up Bhutanese Refugee Group (Also search for location-specific groups on the Cause Up page)

·         Wikipedia entry

·         Cultural Orientation Resource Center—Okay, so not specifically for Bhutanese-Nepalis, but more general information on refugee resettlement that you may find helpful in assisting your newly arriving friends.  There are specific resources for Nepalis.

Slideshows

·         Bhutanese Refugees in Nepal by Andrew Hein.  This is a quick and helpful PowerPoint slide show that provides a basic introduction to Bhutanese-Nepalis.

 ·        Nepali Culture, Hinduism, and Refugees by International Nepal Fellowship.  This is a no-frills presentation covering just what the title says.  Be warned, a number of the points about culture do NOT hold true with Bhutanese-Nepalis. If you want to understand Bhutanese-Nepali culture, observe and ask!

 

 

YouTube Videos

·         There are many videos that give basic information, news, and some that have been posted by Bhutanese-Nepalis themselves.  Click here for the latest YouTube search results.

·         Jhupadiko Jindagi - This is a feature-length Nepali film (fiction) that is based on life as a Bhutanese refugee in Nepal.  The film was made by Bhutanese refugees and seeks to provide a glimpse into their lives and challenges.  Sometimes you can find the film online.  Click here for the latest Google results. Tukriako Mutu is also a film of similar theme.

 

 

2.      Churches in the U.S. with Ministries Specific to Bhutanese-Nepalis

 

·         Trinity International Baptist Mission (TriEak Parmeshwar Mandali is the name of their Nepali church plant

·         Nepali Baptist Church (Baltimore, Maryland)

·         International Nepali Church (Dallas, Texas)

·         Bhutanese Nepali Christian Church (Clarkston, Georgia)

 

3.      Nepali Bibles

 

·         Holy Bible, Easy-to-Read Version (I’ve heard that there are grammatical and translation errors in this version.)

·         Nepali Bible Storying Sets (Note: This is an immediate download of a large zip file that contains textual and MP3 versions of many Bible stories.)

 

 

4.      Web-Portal Sites with Potentially Helpful Resources for Nepali Yeshu Followers

 

·         Nepal Church

·         Nepali Christian

 

5.      Nepali Music for Followers of Prabhu Sri Yeshu

 

YouTube Videos

·         Mahan Prabhu

·         Himal ko Kakhama

·         Stuti Aradhana

·         Chotai Chotala

·         Bolaunu Hoodainchu Yeshule Timilai

·         Timro Jawanalai

·         Prabhu Ulchalchu Topaiko Naam

·         Kaha Saama Gane Yatri Ho

·         Madalako Taalama

·         Papi Marnu Parne

·         Suna Suna

·         Shittaima Mukti Cha

·         Hey Pita

·         Sangeet ka Dhun Harule

·         Jeewan Anmol Srista Shara

·         Mero Hridaya

·         Timiharu Affno

·         Jeevan ko lamo yatrama

·         Mero Sara Hridayle

·         Thulo Aasha Leyarama

·         Hamro Yeshu Raja

·         Lo Hera Sati Ishwar ko Sristy

·         Hami Ho Nepali

·         Yesuma Ke Cha

·         Anatako Jeewan

·         Ma Bekar

·         Yesu Timro Dharmikta

·         Param Prabhu Meero

·         Trishna Dau Malai

·         Na Basa Aba Dheri

·         Mutu ko Tukra

·         Naya Goreto

·         Hridaya Bhariko Danyabad

·         Ananta Mit

·         Khubsoratt Hai Masih

·         Yeshu ko Prem Mito Cha

·         Herana Hera Shristyko Sundarta (instrumental only)

·         Tod Phod Gari Jodnu Hos Prabhu

·         Sansaarma Aago Jali Rahecha

·         Hey Mero Aatma Prasansar Gar

·         Chil Jai Mathi, Mathi

·         Hara Mero Swikarera

·         Sara Shristi

 

Nepali Musicians & Singers who Follow Prabhu Yeshu

·         Karna Das (also famous for singing Nepali love and pop songs)

·         Aradhna (mostly Hindi music but some Nepali)

·         Nepalichristian.com (a web-portal with a few Nepali Christian songs)

 

6.      Helpful Sites for Understanding Hindu – Christian Dialogue & Effective Communication of Spiritual Truth

 

·         Rethinking Forum

·         Yeshu Samaj

·         Bhakti Vani

·         Adhyathma Vatika

·         Karma To Grace

 

 

I’m depending on all my readers to keep me updated on other helpful resources that you discover on the Internet.  Please mention them in the comment section.  Also, feel free to suggest other categories of resources as well as leave your questions or concerns about anything I’ve listed above.  Blessings to all of you!