Ministry of Evangelism

Cotefem, Prison, Evangelism in Neighborhoods

Evangelism in Prison

The Prison Ministry conducts visits to the Cruz Alta Municipal Prison, bringing the gospel to the inmates. The ministry consists of six servants who minister through teaching the Word and worship. The Bible commands us regarding those who are deprived of their freedom: “Remember those in prison, as though you were in prison with them…” (Hebrews 13:3). The purpose is to proclaim salvation, baptizing those who believe (Mark 16:16), so that they may live a new life in Christ, freed from the chains and shackles of sin.

Leadership: Vanderlei Santana

Evangelism at Cotefem

The COTEFEM Ministry visits the Lord Jesus Women’s Therapeutic Community, bringing the gospel to women undergoing rehabilitation for chemical dependency. The ministry has approximately 30 servants who minister through worship, prayer, and the preaching of the Word, which declares: “If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come” (2 Corinthians 5:17). The goal is to proclaim forgiveness, transformation, and liberation in Christ Jesus, restoring families and working toward a future of dignity.

Leadership: Claudiomiro Cavalheiro

Evangelism in Neighborhoods

The Neighborhood Evangelism Ministry aims to bring the Word of God to communities, fulfilling Jesus’ call: “Go into all the world and preach the gospel” (Mark 16:15). In the Abegay neighborhood, the ministry relies on servants who carry out their work with dedication, preaching the message of salvation to the residents. The work began in a simple way and, over time, became known as “Abegay of Miracles,” where many have become disciples.

Similarly, the work carried out in Vila Vida Nova II has brought the gospel to a community marked by vulnerability, reaching children, youth, and adults. Through the Word and service, the ministry sows hope, trusting that God transforms realities, for “He sent forth His word and healed them; He rescued them from the grave” (Psalm 107:20). Over the years, the testimony has been one of transformation, growth, and a changed reality.