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, May 4
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Sunday School
10:00 AM: Worship Service
1:00 PM: Church Board Meeting
Monday, May 5
6:00 PM: Children’s Ministries Meeting
Tuesday, May 6
10:00 AM: Ladies’ Prayer Group
Thursday, May 8
CANCELED: Teen Bible Study & Quizzing
6:00 PM: Ladies’ Bible Study
Saturday, May 10
9:00 AM: Men’s Prayer Group
Summer Devotional
The Summer edition of the Nazarene devotional book, Reflecting God, is available in the foyer.
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.
Children’s Ministries Meeting
The Children’s Ministries’ committee will meet tomorrow night at 6pm in the pastor’s office
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!
Bible Quizzing at Olivet Nazarene University
These teens will be going to Olivet Nazarene University this week to participate in Celebrate Life: Martin, Noah, Gryphon, and Ellissa’s sisters, Gwenhwyfar and Maire. Ian, Christeena and Ethan will be traveling with them.
Church Fellowship Dinner and Church Elections
We will be having a church dinner on May 18. This dinner will be a combination of fellowship and church business. We will be conducting elections with active church members for department heads and the church board. There will be a table for members to obtain their ballots for voting. Ballots will only be available after service in the fellowship room before and during the dinner. Everyone is encouraged to stay to eat! Our theme will be a “spaghetti bake” with salad and garlic bread. There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board if you would like to contribute to the meal.
VBS Donation Board
VBS is June 16-19. Shannon has created a wonderful bulletin board with a list of needs that you can help to provide for our week of fun and Bible adventure for children.
Shannon would also love to borrow some artificial Christmas trees to decorate with. Please let her know if you have one she could use during VBS (it would be returned after VBS).
This Weeks’ Message
"Don’t Drift Away"
Scripture: Hebrews 2:1
2 Therefore we must give the more earnest heed to the things we have heard, lest we drift away.
Sermon Notes:
1. _______________ drifting is a reality
2. Knowing God’s ___________ is essential
3. Actively _______________ is necessary
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
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
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
Volunteers: today (family Sunday will be Mother’s Day)
Nursery: Deanna Draper
Wee Worship: Shelly & Rob Nance
Children’s Church: Cindy Stearn/Greenes
Next Week: May 11 (Mother’s Day)
Nursery: Deanna Draper
Wee Worship: Faith Tofte/Debbie Betts
Children’s Church: family Sunday
