Welcome
Welcome to Brazil Naz. It is our sincere hope that you feel God's presence in our services and Christ's love in our people.
Information about the church, our ministries, upcoming events, and more can be found at brazilnaz.com.
We’d also love the opportunity to get to know you better. Whether you are new to the faith or have been a Christian your whole life, we want to be by your side along your spiritual journey. Please complete a Connection Form so we can keep in touch.
For our families with children
If you have children, we have several offerings for all ages.
On Sunday mornings, volunteers are available in the nursery for children up to age 3. A room is available for nursing mothers, too. Both rooms are located next to the Sanctuary near the west entrance.
Children ages 3-5 who are potty-trained can attend Wee Worship in the northeast classroom. Wee Worship offers playtime and learning activities.
Children in school up to age 12 can attend Children's Church. Children's Church offers lessons that reinforce Biblical values and principles. Children's Church is in the room next to the Library.
Once a month, we have a Family Sunday when children stay in the sanctuary with their family.
Weekly Events
Sunday, April 27
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Sunday School
10:00 AM: Worship Service
Tuesday, April 29
10:00 AM: Ladies’ Prayer Group
Thursday, May 1
6:00 PM: Teen Bible Study & Quizzing
6:00 PM: Ladies’ Bible Study
Saturday, May 3
9:00 AM: Men’s Prayer Group
KAIROS Prison Ministry
Thank you to those who have committed to praying on May 1 through 4 as the weekend at Rockville Correctional Facility is in progress. Thank you, also, to those who have given financial support. You may still contribute (give money to Mary Sue) or sign your name on the prayer envelopes today as well. ~Mary Sue Jackson
East Side Staff Appreciation Luncheon
Our church has been hosting a community event over the last few years. We have provided a staff appreciation luncheon for our neighbors, East Side Elementary. This luncheon will be held on the school’s field day, Thursday, May 15. Would you like to help bless our community? The luncheon includes a variety of salads with chicken & ham salad sandwiches and dessert. There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board. We will be serving about 40 people. If you are available to help serve at the luncheon, you can sign up for that as well.
Egg Hunt Thank You
Shelby & Shelly Greene would like to thank everyone who helped with the Easter Egg Hunt this year. This includes all who donated candy and homemade cookies as well. It was a team effort!!
Bowling
Rob Nance has set up Saturday, May 17th as our next family bowling day at Brazilian Lanes. Please note the time change. We will be bowling at 3pm instead of noon. Come join the fun!
Summer Church Camps
Kid’s Camp (June 9-12) registration should be turned in by May 12
Teen Camp (June 30-July 4) registration is due June 1.
If you need a camp registration form, ask the office or register online.
Kid’s Camp: https://churchteams.com/m/Register.asp?a=bWZTVXRRL01KNlU9
Teen Camp: https://churchteams.com/m/Register.asp?a=RVRoUWRYbWR3L3c9
Please let the church office know if your child is going to camp. Debbie needs to distribute money and let everyone know their balance. When you register online, please check that you will “register now/pay later.” The church will write one check to each camp.
This Weeks’ Message
"The New Covenant of the Spirit"
Scripture: Ezekiel 36:24-32
24 "''For I will take you out of the nations; I will gather you from all the countries and bring you back into your own land. 25 I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean; I will cleanse you from all your impurities and from all your idols. 26 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. 27 And I will put my Spirit in you and move you to follow my decrees and be careful to keep my laws. 28 Then you will live in the land I gave your ancestors; you will be my people, and I will be your God. 29 I will save you from all your uncleanness. I will call for the grain and make it plentiful and will not bring famine upon you. 30 I will increase the fruit of the trees and the crops of the field, so that you will no longer suffer disgrace among the nations because of famine. 31 Then you will remember your evil ways and wicked deeds, and you will loathe yourselves for your sins and detestable practices. 32 I want you to know that I am not doing this for your sake, declares the Sovereign Lord. Be ashamed and disgraced for your conduct, people of Israel!
Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
Announcements
Upcoming Church Events
May 5, 2025: Children’s Ministries Meeting
May 18, 2025: Church dinner and elections
June 16-19, 2025: True North VBS (More info)
Upcoming District/Regional Events
May 3, 2025: Equip to Engage Training Day. “RESILIENT Child Discipleship. www.swidnazarene.org/engage. See Staci Schafer if interested in carpooling.
June 9-12: 2025 Kids Summer Camp at Shiloh Park. Register at www.swidnazarene.org
Registration: https://churchteams.com/m/Register.asp?a=bWZTVXRRL01KNlU9
June 30 - July 4: 2025 Youth Camp at Shiloh Park. Register at www.swidnazarene.org
Registration: https://churchteams.com/m/Register.asp?a=RVRoUWRYbWR3L3c9
September 19-21: Men’s Fall Campout at Rockville Lake
October 25: SWID Equip (more details later)
Teen Quizzing
May 8-10, 2025: Regional Celebrate Life at Olivet Nazarene University
Children’s Quizzing
May 30-31, 2025: Regional Quizzing at Olivet Nazarene University
SWID Conventions at Terre Haute Convention Center
July 20: NYI Convention
July 21: NDI Convention, NMI Convention, Vision Service
July 22: District Assembly
Prayer Chain Ministry
Prayer Chain Ministry: Text requests to Tom Jackson: 812- 239-2730 or call Margaret Hyde: 812-448-3249 (this is a landline, no texting).
How to Give
In Person
Our offering is collected in the offering boxes on each side of the foyer. Donation envelopes can be found at the welcome center.
Electronically / Online
Online giving is also available. Online giving is safe, secure, and convenient! Simply click the link below, complete the simple registration, and submit. You can give for Tithes and Offering, Building Fund, Faith Promise, Compassionate Ministries, and more!
Mailing Address
You can mail personal checks (please do not send cash) to our mailing address. You may also drop off your donation at the church office at the same address.
Brazil Church of the Nazarene
1002 E National Ave
Brazil, IN 47834
Today’s Volunteers
Nursery: Deanna Draper
Wee Worship: Staci & Kevin Schafer
Children’s Church: Cindy Stearn/Greenes
Next Week: May 4*
Nursery: Deanna Draper
Wee Worship: Shelly & Rob Nance
Children’s Church: Cindy Stearn/Greenes
*family Sunday will be Mother’s Day
