Introduction / History

In the early days of Portuguese colonization of Brazil, only men went to this South American colony. A high percentage of Portuguese men married either indigenous or African women. The result was that most of Brazil’s elite were not “pure” white.

The Brazilian diaspora can be any mix of ethnicity, but their heart language is Portuguese. They are usually from Brazil’s urban centers.

There is a small Brazilian community in Sweden, usually living in Stockholm.

What Are Their Lives Like?

Brazilians, accustomed to a tropical climate, may find harsh Swedish winters challenging, but they can appreciate Sweden’s excellent infrastructure and medical care. The Brazilian community in Sweden stays in touch with one another through cultural events such as parties and Brazilian food events. They give one another emotional support in this foreign environment.

Brazilians with marketable skills in technology, engineering, health, and research can find jobs in Sweden, but they must be fluent in Swedish or English. Some Brazilian college students have managed to get scholarships in Sweden, but they seldom stay in the country after graduating.

What Are Their Beliefs?

Brazilians, no matter where they live, are usually Roman Catholic, with a significant minority of Evangelicals. Brazilians have sent out Christian workers to other parts of the world. The Brazilian diaspora can take Christ to the country where they reside.

What Are Their Needs?

Brazilians need to take up their role as Christ’s ambassadors. There are workers among them, but they often lose support after a year or two. Brazilian churches need the perseverance to stay with their role as senders.

Prayer Items

Pray for Brazilians in Sweden to understand and embrace their role in God’s Kingdom.
Pray that Brazilians will put all their faith in Jesus Christ rather than anything or anyone less.
Pray for Brazilians to disciple people who will disciple still others.

Scripture Prayers for the Brazilian, general in Sweden.

References

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazilian_diaspora
https://compass.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/soc4.13201
https://europatv.com.br/en/sweden-articles/Brazilians-in-Sweden-living-in-one-of-the-most-developed-countries-in-the-world/