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, March 2
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Sunday School – all ages
10:00 AM: Worship Service
Tuesday, March 4
10:00 AM: Ladies’ Prayer Group
Wednesday, March 5
Ash Wednesday
Thursday, March 6
6:00 PM: Teen Bible Study & Quizzing
Saturday, March 8
9:00 AM: Men’s Prayer Group
12:00 PM: Bowling at Brazilian Lanes
Daylight Saving Time Begins March 9: Spring forward one hour!
Lent Starts Wednesday
The season of Lent starts this week on Ash Wednesday. Pastor will be using the Nazarene devotional “My Cup Runneth Over” for his messages during the 40 days leading up to Easter. The devotional book does not begin until next Sunday. If you plan to use the book, you can pick up a copy in the foyer while supplies last.
Robby Nance has made plans for those interested to go bowling at Brazilian Lanes this Saturday at noon. Come and join the fun! Each person is responsible for their own shoe rental and lane fees.
Prayer Cards
There are 3 more weeks to help pray for our church kiddos! Pick up or return your prayer cards in the basket at the Welcome Center. Bring the card back next week and swap for another card. Let’s keep these cards circulating!
No Family Game Night for March
We will not be having a Family Game Night in March. We hope to resume in April.
Crisis Care Kits
Rhonda Schafer is helping us to collect items for Crisis Care Kits. The list of required items has been updated since last year. Each kit must contain EXACTLY what is listed in the requirements or it will be denied. You may purchase the items yourself from the enclosed list, or you can make a donation, and Rhonda will purchase the items and assemble the kits for you. Each kit costs a little over $20 to make. Rhonda will provide the required Ziplock bag in the foyer.
This Weeks’ Message
"God’s Faithful Widow"
Scripture: Luke 2:36-38
36 Now there was one, Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, and had lived with a husband seven years from her virginity; 37 and this woman was a widow [a]of about eighty-four years, who did not depart from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day. 38 And coming in that instant she gave thanks to [b]the Lord, and spoke of Him to all those who looked for redemption in Jerusalem.
Sermon Notes:
1. When life gives you _________
2. Make _______________
3. Forever _____________
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
New Care and Connection Missionaries for 2025
The Southwest Indiana District has been assigned a new Care and Connection Missionary Family for 2025. Meet Martin & Cezarina Glendenning from Zagreb, Croatia. A prayer card for this family has been inserted into the bulletin. Keep the card in your Bible, on your refrigerator or wherever you can see it and be reminded to pray for them. You can read more about them on the bulletin board, or you can google them to watch a missionary service that features them as speakers.
On the back of the prayer card, you will find a picture/information of Beatriz from Brazil, South America. We sponsor her with our VBS offering. We can pray for her as well. She wrote us a new letter this month. You can find it on the bulletin board in the foyer.
Announcements
Upcoming Church Events
March 8, 2025: Bowling at Brazilian Lanes
Upcoming District/Regional Events
March 22, 2025: Ladies’ Day w/ Rev. Sabrina Jones at Nashville Parkview Church of the Nazarene
Teen Quizzing
March 14-15: Mackey Church of the Nazarene
Children’s Quizzing
April 5: Spencer Church of the Nazarene (moved from Zion Community)
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: Shelly & Rob Nance
Children’s Church: family Sunday
Next Week: March 9
Nursery: Deanna Draper
Wee Worship: Staci & Kevin Schafer
Children’s Church: Cindy Stearns/Greenes
