ERESB 2019 in Santa Bárbara, MG
12th ERESB – 7th Estação Cultural
The 12th Encontro Regional dos Evangélicos de Santa Bárbara (ERESB), the Regional Gathering of Evangelicals of Santa Bárbara, held from October 4 to 6, 2019, was one of the high points of the 7th Estação Cultural (Cultural Station), combining faith, art and music in a celebration marked by the presence of the Christian community and an appreciation of local culture. The event took place at the Praça da Estação (Station Square), bringing together believers, gospel bands and religious leaders for a great weekend of praise and worship in the Serra do Caraça region.
Organized by the Santa Bárbara City Hall, through the Department of Culture and Tourism Development, in partnership with the Associação Evangélica do Projeto ERESB (AEPE), the gathering reinforced the commitment to strengthening ties between churches and promoting the expression of Christian faith through music, dance and theater.
A program full of art and spirituality
The opening took place on Friday, October 4, with dance, theater and worship performances that captivated the audience. The sermon by Pastor Erivelton brought words of hope and inspiration, ending the night in an atmosphere of worship. The band Adoradores do Rei, from Antônio Pereira, completed the program with a vibrant repertoire of praise songs.
On Saturday, October 5, the celebration of faith continued with cultural performances, prayers and ministry led by Pastor Euler Gomes. The highlight of the night was the show by singer Bruna Karla, one of the greatest voices in Brazilian gospel music. With her charismatic presence and a repertoire full of hits, she moved the audience with songs such as "Sou Humano", "Advogado Fiel" and "Quando Eu Chorar". The show attracted visitors from many towns of the Circuito do Ouro (Gold Circuit), who packed the Praça da Estação to worship and celebrate together.
The "Histórias do Ouro Entre Serras" Festival
Closing the program, Sunday, October 6, had a special touch with the 1st Popular Music Festival – Histórias do Ouro Entre Serras, which brought together artists from the region in a showcase of local talent. The festival aimed to encourage regional music production, discover new songwriters and promote artistic exchange between the towns of the Circuito do Ouro.
The competition had 10 finalists, and the winner was musician Geraldo Magela da Silva, from Santa Bárbara, with the song "Vista do Adro". Second place went to Bárbara Leite do Carmo, with "Cheia", and third to João Roberto Pereira Sobrinho, with "Terra Minas". The participants were judged by a panel of conductors, teachers and music professionals, and the top three received cash prizes totaling R$ 2,000.00.
Culture, faith and education in the Serra do Caraça
Besides the artistic and musical performances, the 7th Estação Cultural also offered short courses on heritage education, technical visits and theater performances, involving students and residents from across the region. The event was a true celebration of Santa Bárbara's cultural identity, highlighting the importance of art, faith and education as tools for social transformation.
With this integration between ERESB and the Estação Cultural, Santa Bárbara reaffirmed its role as one of the most active centers of cultural and religious life in the Serra do Caraça, promoting an event that brought generations together and strengthened community ties.
