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, December 21
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Sunday School
10:00 AM: Worship Service
Christmas Dinner after service
Tuesday, December 23
10:00 AM: Ladies’ Prayer Group
Thursday, December 25
Cancelled: Ladies’ Bible Study
Cancelled: Youth Bible Study/Quizzing
Merry Christmas
Saturday, December 27
9:00 AM: Men’s Prayer Group
Advent
This is the 4th Sunday of Advent. Let’s focus on God’s ultimate act of Love. Our response should be to become a person who loves!
Secret Sisters: Christmas Edition
Secret Sisters: Christmas Edition!
The “reveal” has been changed to next Sunday, December 28, at 5pm
Bring a $20 gift for your secret sister and a snack to share with friends. We will meet in the fellowship building.
Christmas Dinner
Today is our Christmas Fellowship Dinner after morning worship. Please join us in the fellowship building for a “potluck” type meal.
Update on Pastor’s Health
Pastor and Debbie have had an eventful journey with Marlin’s health! Long story short, Pastor was admitted to the hospital Dec 6. Eventually he discovered that he was having some trouble with his gall bladder. Marlin will say “goodbye” to this body part, probably before the end of the year. He also had some extra complications with his liver that were very alarming. After a few days of concern, his extremely high liver enzymes began to fall. Thank the Lord!! The doctors are giving Pastor some added recovery time before he gets his gall bladder removed.
“I want to extend my deepest appreciation to all who held me up in prayer during this difficult time. We felt your love and concern in so many, many ways! It’s no fun to be sick, especially for this long! We are looking forward to returning to ministry as we are able. God’s grace and your love and prayers have carried us during this time!” ~Pastor Betts
Christmas Program and Fellowship Dinner
Program: Christmas Road Trip Cast:
“Hefferson” family: Jerad, Shannon, Noah, Lucas and Emma Heffner
Narrator: David Bryant
Scripture Readers:
Mary: Morgan Cook
Joseph: Ron Hofmann
Angel: Mary Marlow
Shepherd: Lee Walls
Priest: Bill Pilkin
Magi: Fred Price
King Herad: Jon Tofte
Songs:
- Ian & Ellissa Hartsook
There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays
– Cindy Stearns
Jingle Bells, Jesus Version
- Bethany Schafer, Emma Heffner and the Wee Worship Children
Come, Let Us Praise Him – Children’s Church
When Love Was Born – Stick Drama
Wendy Crafton, Shannon, Noah and Lucas Heffner, Kevin, Staci, Audrey and Caroline Schafer, Gryphon Walls
Church bus!
Stop by and see the new logo on our church bus!
This Week’s Message
Announcements
Upcoming Church Events
December 21: Church Christmas Dinner after service
Upcoming District/Regional Events
January 31: Men’s Wild Game Dinner at Browsntown
Teen Quizzing
All quiz meets are 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Eastern Time, even if quiz meet is in a different time zone.
January 10: Columbus First (map) (This is a combined Teen/Children’s Quiz)
February 14: Spencer First (map)
March 13: Teen Quiz Finals at Valley Mission (map) New Location!
Children’s Quizzing
All quiz meets begin at 10:00 AM Eastern Time and usually finish by noon.
January 10: Columbus (map) (This is a combined Teen/Children’s Quiz)
February 7: Terre Haute (map)
March 7: Brazil (map)
April 11: Vincennes (map)
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).
You can also fill out a request at https://www.brazilnaz.com/prayer-chain.
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: Christmas Program
Children’s Church: Christmas Program
Next Week: December 28
Nursery: Deanna Draper
Wee Worship: Faith Tofte, Wendy Crafton
Children’s Church: Cindy Stearns/the Greenes
