An International Church
Pilgrim International Church is a community that welcomes people from diverse cultural backgrounds and nationalities. As an international church, we provide a place where individuals from around the world can come together to worship, learn, and grow in faith. While English is our common language, our vision is to serve and unite people who share a desire to know and follow Christ, regardless of their first language or cultural origin. We celebrate the richness that each person brings, creating a mosaic of worshipers who reflect the global reach of the gospel and the unity of believers in Christ. Whether you are visiting Braga or making it your home, you are welcome here.
A Reformed Church
Pilgrim International Church stands firmly in the Reformed tradition, holding to the historic truths recovered during the Protestant Reformation. Our teachings and practices are deeply rooted in Scripture, emphasizing God’s sovereignty, grace, and the authority of the Bible. We hold to the historic confessions and creeds of the Reformed faith, particularly the Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms, which we believe best summarize the Bible’s teaching. Our goal is to grow in holiness, humility, and wisdom as we seek to follow Christ in all things.
An Evangelical Church
We are a church that prioritizes the proclamation of the gospel—the good news of Jesus Christ. Our mission is to call people to a saving faith in Him, to bring His message of hope and reconciliation to Braga and beyond. We believe in the transformative power of the gospel, not just as a one-time message but as the foundation of a lifelong journey with Christ. We are committed to making disciples, encouraging spiritual growth, and cultivating a community that shares and lives out the hope we have in Jesus.
A Community Church
At Pilgrim, we seek to live as a family of believers who care for one another and demonstrate Christ’s love to those around us. Our desire is to reflect God’s character in the way we live, serve, and relate to one another and to the people of Braga. We aim to be a church that shows God’s love through acts of kindness, mercy, and service, providing glimpses of the renewed and redeemed community that God is creating. We welcome you to be part of a family that not only speaks of God’s love but shows it through transformed lives and meaningful service to others.
A Simple Church
At Pilgrim International Church, we focus on the ordinary means of grace that God has given His church—the preaching of His Word, the sacraments, prayer, fellowship, and pastoral care. We believe that genuine spiritual growth comes through these biblical practices, which have nourished God’s people throughout the centuries. We invite you to join us in a faith that emphasizes substance over style and authentic worship over entertainment, as we seek to know and follow Christ together.
