“I am a Christian (which can be deduced from my stories),” says the man whose tales revolve around magicians and all sorts of other mythical creatures. In commemoration of a very special anniversary, we explore what the Lord of the Rings and the rest of his body of work has to do with Christianity.

“Mazel tov! Good luck,” the wedding guests shout after the groom has ceremonially crushed a glass with his right foot. The celebration can begin. Today is a day to be happy. Thoughts on the International Day of Happiness.

‌It is one of the longest countries in the world, but the visit will be rather short. The Chief Apostle is travelling to Chile this week, to the city where the New Apostolic faith first took a foothold in the country. 

As Christians we cannot agree with the state of the world. But there is hope for a better future. ‌And this is something we can demonstrate, the Chief Apostle says.

Whether under mango trees or in a large church, God dwells among the people. He lives in their hearts and in His congregation. The Chief Apostle recently gave a tour of this dwelling place.

Doing good and giving. Sure thing. But this requires that we see and have compassion for people needing help. District Apostle Thomas Deubel from Switzerland looks at this aspect of doing good in his contribution on our 2025 motto.