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, September 14
8:30 AM: Breakfast
9:00 AM: Sunday School
10:00 AM: Worship Service
1:00 PM: Church Board Meeting
Tuesday, September 16
10:00 AM: Ladies’ Prayer Group
Wednesday, September 17
Deliver by 10:00 AM: Snacks for East Side
Thursday, September 18
6:00 PM: Teen Bible Study & Quizzing
6:00 PM: Ladies’ Bible Study
Saturday, September 20
9:00 AM: Men’s Prayer Group
Alabaster Offering
Return your Alabaster boxes to the “church” at the Welcome Center and pick up a new one if needed. Nazarenes collect money twice a year (September & February) to help purchase and maintain church properties and buildings around the world. You can collect change/bills in the provided boxes, write a check or give online (be sure to label your money for the Alabaster offering).
Children’s Ministry Committee Meeting
The Children’s Ministry Committee will meet next Monday night, September 22 at 6pm in the pastor’s office.
Youth Group Fundraiser
The teens have a new fundraiser to help with NYC expenses. They are selling Dairy Queen coupon cards that are BOGO (buy one get one) $2 off on Blizzards. This card can be used unlimited times until September of 2026. This offer is only valid at our local Brazil DQ. The cards are $20. All money will go our fund for those going to NYC. See any teenager to purchase your card.
Church Board Meeting
There will be a Church Board Meeting today at 1pm in Pastor’s office.
Church Night for Teen Sports
We are having a “church night” to show our support for some of our teens. Monday, September 29 is a girls’ volleyball game (Clay City vs North Clay) at North Clay Middle School. Caroline Schafer is playing at 6pm (7th grade), Audrey Schafer is playing at 7pm (8th grade), and Staci Schafer is one of the coaches for Clay City. Let’s wear a church T-shirt (if you have one), and try to sit together. As we cheer on the Schafer’s, we can have a little fellowship and represent our church at a school activity. There will be a cost to get into the game: ~$5-7.
This Week’s Message
"Gifts From the Spirit"
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
12 Now concerning spiritual gifts, brethren, I do not want you to be ignorant: 2 You know that you were Gentiles, carried away to these dumb idols, however you were led. 3 Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of God calls Jesus accursed, and no one can say that Jesus is Lord except by the Holy Spirit.
4 There are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. 5 There are differences of ministries, but the same Lord. 6 And there are diversities of activities, but it is the same God who works all in all. 7 But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: 8 for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, 9 to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings by the same Spirit, 10 to another the working of miracles, to another prophecy, to another discerning of spirits, to another different kinds of tongues, to another the interpretation of tongues. 11 But one and the same Spirit works all these things, distributing to each one individually as He wills.
Sermon Notes:
1. God’s __________ gives spiritual gifts
2. My opinion about ___________
3. Paul’s ________________ on spiritual gifts
Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Announcements
Upcoming Church Events
September 14, 1:00 PM: Church Board Meeting
September 22, 6:00 PM: Children’s Ministry Committee Meeting
Upcoming District/Regional Events
September 19-21: Men’s Fall Campout at Rockville Lake
September 27: Ladies’ Fall Fellowship at Valley Mission Church of the Nazarene
November 1: SWID Equip at Valley Mission
Teen Quizzing
All quiz meets are 10:00 AM to approximately 3:00 PM Eastern Time, even if quiz meet is in a different time zone.
October 11 : St. Bernice (map)
November 8: Point Township (map)
December 13: Rockville (map)
January 10: Columbus First (map) (This is a combined Teen/Children’s Quiz)
February 14: Spencer First (map)
March 13: Teen Quiz Finals at Mackey (map)
Children’s Quizzing
All quiz meets begin at 10:00 AM Eastern Time and usually finish by noon.
October 4: Cory (map)
November 15: Spencer (map)
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).
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/Wendy Crafton
Children’s Church: Cindy Stearns/Greenes
Next Week: September 21
Nursery: Deanna Draper
Wee Worship: Stacey & Kevin Schaffer
Children’s Church: Cindy Stearns/Greenes
