International Women's Day

I usually think of the U.S. as having the corner on political correctness, but I had never heard of International Women’s Day (March 8) until I arrived in Brazil. It’s a pretty big deal here. Advertisers use it to hawk their products. Politicians use it to garner votes. Employers use it to keep their female employees happy. And sometimes it even shows up in churches.

Using the hook of International Women’s Day, Lalia will give a Bible message on Sunday, March 9, at the church pastored by her brother Nelson. In a separate event on Saturday, she is the featured speaker at the women’s Easter tea, sponsored by the Morumbi Baptist Church. Hundreds of women will attend, including many seeking faith. I’m suspect, of course, but those of you who have heard Lalia speak know that she has a great gift of communication. Just think what she can do in her first language, Portuguese!