“And you shall rejoice before the Lord your God, you and your sons, and daughters, strangers, fatherless and the widow within your gates, in the place which the Lord your God has chosen to place His name.” Deuteronomy 16:11

We are excited to invite you to come join us in Surname, South America. Come spend time praising and worshipping with others in the quiet setting by the Suriname river, sharing your spiritual journey with a brother or sister and encouraging one another in God’s goodness. 

Suriname, a former colony of the Netherlands, shares its border with Brazil and Guyana. Temperatures in this tropical rainforest country average 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

You will enjoy the authentic cultures and unique people from many different origins. The diversity of people from various parts of the world (who have retained most of their original customs) weave peacefully together to create a one-of-a-kind cultural experience. An assortment of traditions, languages, music, art and cuisine, all inherited from the indigenous, Indian, Indonesian, Chinese, Jewish, African and European ancestors is indispensable to the present culture that is still holding firm.

The coastal area is the most populated part of the country, along with its capital, Paramaribo. Maroon and indigenous tribes with well-kept ancient traditions and habits have their settlements mainly in the interior of the country.

Sermons will be given in both Dutch and English, with translation available.

Tours will be offered to include the Joden Savanna (ruins of a Jewish settlement and indigenous village). The capital Paramaribo to include Palm Garden and the U.S. Embassy, and the historical Commewyne Museum.

Contact Stan Braumuller for more information at stanbraumuller007@yahoo.com or 386-789-3336.