Here in Brazil, among evangelical churches, yesterday was “Pastor’s Day” – a Sunday where churches take a moment to honor the men who serve the flock by bringing them the Word week in and week out, “in season and out of season”. We actually celebrated the event twice this year, once on Saturday at an…
In the course of a recent online discussion on the merits of a pluralistic society, particularly where Christianity is concerned, a good friend recommended that I read up on eminent sociologist and theologian Peter Berger (1929-2017). Selecting his last work, The Many Altars of Modernity: Toward a Paradigm for Religion in a Pluralist Age, I…
I am reviving the book reviews I used to do here, with a little change in the format. In stead of occasional “drive-by book reviews”, I’ll be sharing my reading at the end of every month. So to begin, here are some of the books I have read in May. I hope you find this…
Found this great video on Facebook, had to share. This is our adoptive home! Did you enjoy this post? Consider making a donation to our ministry in Brazil. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.. This means that clicking on these Amazon links and making purchases is one way you can help our…
On Saturday we had the privilege of presenting the above-mentioned theme at a family conference hosted by the New Life Baptist Church in the Maiobão neighborhood. It was especially neat for me as I got to put on my “history teacher” hat and give a background on post modernism. I had two hours, which means…
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I feel it my duty to show the you beautiful side of the city (and state, and country) we call home. In that vein, I would be remiss if I didn’t share these beautiful drone photos that appeared on Instagram recently. They show the Ponta d’Areia neighborhood of São Luís, which is home to beautiful…
Another video from our recent missionary conference, this one of three young people, all from different churches, presenting a special number. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.. This means that clicking on these Amazon links and making purchases is one way you can help our work. Also, don’t forget to check out…
Yesterday I wrote about our annual missionary conference. Here’s a video of the Ebenezer Orchestra presenting a special number there on Saturday evening. Did you enjoy this post? Consider making a donation to our ministry in Brazil. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.. This means that clicking on these Amazon links and…
Since the first one was held eight years ago, our state association’s missionary conference has become a highlight for our churches. Though we have had many good conferences, I have a hard time thinking of one that surpasses this year’s, held last week. Our churches worked together on decorations, food, and raising an offering, and…