The new edition of community takes readers on a journey through the diversity of the New Apostolic world—from a new e-learning platform to a New Apostolic television station to the topic of pastoral care.
The second issue of the year features an Easter message from the Chief Apostle. A wide range of articles, accompanied by numerous photos, offer insights into the lives of New Apostolic Christians around the world.
One faith, many inspirations
This edition features a divine service held in Kitchener, Canada. The sermon was based on Mark 2: 22: “And no one puts new wine into old wineskins; or else the new wine bursts the wineskins, the wine is spilled, and the wineskins are ruined. But new wine must be put into new wineskins.”
In his sermon, the Chief Apostle focussed on the radically new nature of the gospel. He explained how people’s understanding then of God, righteousness, and blessing was literally turned on its head. His teaching was nothing less than a spiritual revolution that challenged established ways of thinking. Then as now, this newness of the gospel can be demanding. Faith calls for consistency and inner transformation. It cannot be adapted to suit convenience or societal expectations. Being a Christian means allowing oneself to be continually renewed and to grow ever more like Christ.
The issue includes further excerpts from divine services held in Gabon, France, and India. These address topics such as caring for God’s creation and treating His gifts with due respect, the importance of openly professing one’s faith, and how lambs conquer wolves.
Inspiration for all ages
Younger readers are invited to explore the story of Pentecost through a colourful double-page spread. It recounts how, fifty days after Easter, the Apostles gathered together with the women and men who followed Jesus, waiting for the promised gift of the Holy Spirit.
Abigale, a 13-year-old from Diamond City in Canada, shares insights into her life, her family, her congregation, and her hobbies. She talks about a fundraising campaign in which the Sunday School children and the youth from her congregation participated. And she introduces readers to one of Canada’s most recognisable symbols, the maple leaf.
Another highlight is nac.academy, the new online learning platform of the New Apostolic Church International. It offers a wide range of modules on pastoral care, preaching, prayer in divine service, salvation for the departed, and our concept of ministry. The platform is open to ministers, function bearers, and all who are interested.
Active faith
In Teguete, Equatorial Guinea, an Apostle, together with a group of young people, visited a prison. They brought practical aid—including clothing, water, hygiene products, and football and basketball gear for the young inmates. Their mission: pastoral care.
Meanwhile, in Zambia, New Apostolic television is just a click away. The Church in the country believes that all people should have access to the gospel. District Apostle Kububa Soko explains how this initiative came into being and how it operates.
A double-page spread presents the various logos of the various District Apostle Areas, all inspired by our 2026 motto: “Don’t be afraid. Just believe!” and explains the ideas behind them.
Finally, the issue looks back at the International District Apostle Meeting that took place in Zurich, Switzerland, in November 2025. One of the central topics discussed was pastoral care—an essential part of the mission of the New Apostolic Church.
Photo: INA Ghana