General Board of the Church of the Brethren offers a Brazilian immersion experience.
Experience the church at work in Brazil, learn about the culture
and history of the country, and see the sights as part of a
delegation, "A Brazilian Immersion," scheduled for Nov. 19-30. The
delegation will be led by Greg and Karin Davidson Laszakovits,
Brazil representatives for the Global Mission Partnerships of the
General Board.
Pastors, scholars, laypeople, and those interested in witness or
mission are invited to sign up for the trip. The schedule will
include visits to most of the six fellowships of Igreja da
Irmandade (Church of the Brethren in Brazil), participation in
their Annual Conference, and sessions on Brazilian culture. The
teachings of Jesus will be explored from a Brazilian viewpoint. The
trip will be capped off with a two-day sightseeing trip to Rio de
Janeiro.
Projected cost is $1,995. Deadline for signing up is Oct. 15.
Contact Mary Munson at 800-323-8039 ext. 230 or
mmunson_gb@brethren.org.
