Pombal — ParaíbaSince 1970
A story of faith, the Word and service.
Since 1970, proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and serving the community in the backlands of Paraíba, Brazil.
A church grounded in the Word and centered on Jesus Christ.
We are a Christian community of the Congregational tradition, rooted in Reformed Christian theology.
We believe that the Scriptures are the Word of God and that salvation is a gift of grace, received through faith in Christ. That is why we gather to worship God, hear the preaching of the Gospel, care for one another and serve the city of Pombal and the Sertão.
More than an institution, we are a family of faith that would love to walk alongside you.
For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.
It all began in a home, at a gathering of believers.
On December 13, 1970, Presbyterian believers met at the home of Deacon Gerson Martins de Sá and his wife, Eusa Dantas de Sá. From that gathering the Congregational Evangelical Church of Pombal was born.
The church began with 33 members, plus young people and children, and its first pastor was the Reverend José Severino de Araújo.
- Founded
- 13.12.1970
- Founding members
- 33plus young people and children
- First pastor
- Rev. José Severino de Araújo
Milestones of a journey of faithfulness.
From the founding meeting to the congregations and mission fields, every stage bears witness to the same mission: to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
I1970
The church is founded
On December 13, believers gathered at the home of Deacon Gerson Martins de Sá and Eusa Dantas de Sá begin the Congregational Evangelical Church of Pombal, with 33 members, plus young people and children.
II
Ministry begins
Under the pastorate of Rev. José Severino de Araújo, with the first Church Council and the first Board of Trustees, the church organizes its life of worship, teaching and service.
III
Mission work in the Sertão
The proclamation of the Gospel reaches beyond the city to other towns in the Sertão of Paraíba.
IV
Churches planted in the region
The church helps establish churches in Catolé do Rocha, Sousa and Cajazeiras.
V
Congregations and rural communities
The work reaches Condado and the rural communities of Santa Maria, São João and Carvalhadas.
VI
Missions and outreach
Support for missionaries in the Amazon region and in Caicó, Rio Grande do Norte, and for CEDIBS, the O Bom Samaritano Integral Development Center, now with units in Pombal and Paulista.
VII
The mission continues
Faithful to the Scriptures, the church keeps proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ in Pombal and beyond — to the glory of God.
From the Sertão of Paraíba to the banks of the Purus.
Throughout its history, the church has helped plant churches in the Sertão of Paraíba, keeps congregational work in Condado and in rural communities, and supports missionaries in the Amazon region and in the Seridó of Rio Grande do Norte.
See our mission fieldsIllustrative map · approximate locations · IBGE base map
Church planted with the help of IEC Pombal
Catolé do Rocha — Paraíba
O Bom Samaritano, in Pombal and Paulista.
The church hosts and supports CEDIBS – Centro de Desenvolvimento Integral O Bom Samaritano (O Bom Samaritano (The Good Samaritan) Integral Development Center), devoted to the integral development of children, teenagers and young people and to the care of their families — a concrete expression of the love for our neighbor taught by Jesus.
440
children, teenagers and young people served — 330 in Pombal and 110 in Paulista
We protect the image and privacy of the children we serve. Project photos are published only with the consent of their parents or guardians.
A family of faith, gathered around the Word.
Worship, teaching, prayer and fellowship mark the life of the church. Here, generations walk together — children, young people, families and members who have been part of this story for decades.
Gathered to worship God.
Our gatherings are open to everyone. See our regular schedule and, if it is your first time, how to plan your visit.
- SundayMorning service and Sunday School Worship service and Sunday School, with Bible study for all ages.
- SundayEvening worship service Public worship and preaching of the Gospel.
- TuesdayPrayer service The church gathered in prayer and intercession.
- ThursdayDoctrine service Teaching of biblical doctrine.
Arrive at ease
We suggest arriving a few minutes early so we can welcome you without rush.
Come as you are
You are welcome, whether it is your first visit or you are coming back after a long time.
Bring your family
Children, young people and adults take part in church life together.
There is a place for you to walk with us.
It will be a joy to welcome you and share a time of fellowship and teaching from God's Word.
- AddressRua Afro Bandeira, 265 — Nova Vida, Pombal — PB, 58840-000
- Emailsec.iec.2017@gmail.com
