Brazil Project 2026

Overview

Plan to join Maranatha for a Fall project in Brazil’s Minas Gerais, a massive, landlocked state in southeastern Brazil, renowned for its 18th-century colonial mining towns, rugged mountain landscapes, and as the culinary heart of the country.

Volunteers will build a church in the little rural town of São Gonçalo do Pará as part of a campaign to have one church in each city in that State. Currently, a group of 15 members is reaching out to the city to share the love of God. They were able to buy a piece of land, but we need to support them to finally build their temple. São Gonçalo do Pará is a welcoming municipality located in the center-west region of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The city has an estimated population of approximately 13,000 inhabitants and is known for its tranquil atmosphere and strong community spirit. The city’s economic activities include dairy production (famous for its dulce de leche), charcoal processing, siderurgy, and footwear manufacturing.

An optional excursion to Rio de Janeiro will be offered, a globally renowned city for iconic landmarks such as the Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado Mountain, the dramatic Sugarloaf Mountain cable car, and famous beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema.