Run with endurance the race that is set before us

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The Camaragibe congregation, located on the west side of Recife, marked its 35th anniversary with an inspiring gathering that evoked nostalgia and reinvigorated the faith of its members. The congregation’s evolution from a modest Bible study group beneath a mango tree to its current stature reaffirms the Lord’s promise to nurture even the tiniest “mustard […]

That the world may know that You sent Me: Day of the Family of God

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The annual Day of the Family of God is the church’s most prominent gathering, a long-standing tradition that unites congregations from throughout the metropolitan area. This event offers a special time for brethren who don’t regularly worship at the same location to rekindle their bonds. Anticipating a significant attendance this year, we secured a school […]

Five barley loaves and two fish: a dream come true

Women Seminar 2023

Filled with joy and expectation, 280 Christian women convened for the 31st annual ladies’ seminar. Each year, the four-day workshop is organized by a different congregation in a new city. This year’s host was the city of Triunfo, Pernambuco. Triunfo, a green oasis amidst the arid Sertão region of Northeast Brazil, is a six-hour drive […]

Uniting Faith and Friendship: Reflections on the 25th Annual Teen Camp

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This year, the 25th annual Teen Camp welcomed 82 young people, aged 13 to 17, and an additional 35 helpers—including organizers, teachers, chaperones, and cooks—for a 4-day event. Representatives from many congregations across the region attended, along with several visitors. Joshua initiated this event during his high school years. Aureni and I assisted him for […]