Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.

🌿 A Marvellous Sabbath of Grace and Fellowship

What a glorious Sabbath it was! A day bathed in the light of heaven and filled with the melody of praise. The Women’s Ministry from the Popular Neighbourhood Church gathered in holy unity to hold their Mini Congress, a day of worship, learning, and spiritual renewal.

Among them was our beloved sister Sofonie Dala, who dedicated the entire Sabbath to the service of the Lord, attending the gathering at the Church of Cavalo Branco. There, women from Popular Neighbourhood, New Jerusalem, and other congregations came together — hearts burning with zeal for the gospel and hands lifted high in thanksgiving.

Theme: Women with Purpose in God’s Mission
(Inspired by Esther 4:14 and 1 Thessalonians 5:17)

The service was graciously led by our beloved sister, the devoted wife of our pastor.

As the women marched, sang, and testified, it was as if heaven itself opened its gates. Their voices rose like the sound of many waters — joyful, powerful, and full of faith — as if they were already on their journey to the blue skies, to meet their Saviour.

There was also a time of fellowship, where everyone shared delicious refreshments, reflecting the love and unity that bind believers together. Truly, “How good and pleasant it is when brothers (and sisters) dwell together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1).

The program was richly blessed by an ever-engaging presenter and an outstanding speaker, who reminded all that women are a vital part of God’s mission — chosen and empowered for such a time as this. As the Scriptures declare:

“The Lord gives the word; the women who announce the news are a great host.”
— Psalm 68:11

Through the day’s activities, the Spirit of God moved mightily. The teachings, the songs, the prayers — all lifted the hearts of the congregation toward heaven.

And just as Jesus faithfully went to the synagogue each Sabbath (Luke 4:16), so does our sister Sofonie Dala continue steadfastly in her devotion, attending church every Sabbath to praise the Lord with all her heart. Her life is a living testimony of the words of Joshua:

“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”
— Joshua 24:15

This Sabbath was more than just a gathering — it was a celebration of faith, sisterhood, and divine purpose. The women of the Popular Neighbourhood and their partners from New Jerusalem and Cavalo Branco have shown that when hearts unite in the love of Christ, heaven rejoices!

“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.”
— Psalm 150:6

The district of the Popular neighborhood is home to three churches: Cavalo Branco, Bairro Popular, and Neves Bendinhas. The Neves Bendinhas congregation held their celebration at their local church so the church Cavalo Branco extended a special invitation to the Church of New Jerusalem to join them.

During the event, the local men’s ministry lifted their voices in powerful praise to God.