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 11
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Sunday School
10:00 AM: Worship Service
Tuesday, May 13
10:00 AM: Ladies’ Prayer Group
Thursday, May 15
East Side Elementary Teacher Luncheon
6:00 PM: Teen Bible Study
6:00 PM: Ladies’ Bible Study
Saturday, May 17
9:00 AM: Men’s Prayer Group
3:00 PM: Family Bowling at Brazilian Lanes
Summer Devotional
The Summer edition of the Nazarene devotional book, Reflecting God, is available in the foyer.
East Side Staff Appreciation Luncheon
The staff appreciation luncheon for East Side Elementary (hosted by our church) will be this Thursday, May 15. If you signed up to bring food, please have the food delivered to the church Wednesday evening or Thursday morning by 9am. Thank you for making this ministry possible!
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!
Church Fellowship Dinner and Church Elections
We will be having a church dinner next Sunday, 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.
Baby Bottles can be found at the Welcome Center.
VBS: June 16-19
Invite!! Use the bulletin inserts!
Volunteer!! There’s something you can help with! We will have a meeting with all VBS workers after church on June 1st.
Donate: 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. 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).
Decorate: We will be decorating our church on June 7th and 14th.
Pray!! Use the rock we distributed last week to remind yourself to pray. We need God’s help and presence!
Happy Mother’s Day!
There is a small gift for each adult woman after service.
This Weeks’ Message
"Triumphal Ministry: Paul’s Ministry Metaphors"
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14
14 Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place.
Sermon Notes:
1. Description of the ___________ ______________
2. Application to ___________ ministry
3. Application to our _______________ ministry
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Memorial Moments
Today we will honor the life of Connie Airhart (mother of Jackie Pilkin). She was a faithful member of our church during her lifetime.
Announcements
Upcoming Church Events
May 17, 2025: Family Bowling at Brazilian Lanes
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
All done until August!
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: Faith Tofte/Debbie Betts
Children’s Church: family Sunday
Next Week: May 18
Nursery: Deanna Draper
Wee Worship: Shannon Heffner/Ethan Pund
Children’s Church: Cindy Stearns/Greenes
