apostles.today

When strength fails the soul

When exhaustion weakens our faith, God does not give up on us. Instead, He renews our strength and gently leads us forward—step by step. Chief Apostle Schneider explains how.

April 9, 2026

Chief Apostle Divine service

+1

• Europe

Listen to it

God’s call to His children

Salvation is both a gift and a mission. Those who believe in Jesus are urged not only to receive God’s love, but also to pass it on and share it with others. 

April 7, 2026

Africa

+2

• Chief Apostle
• Divine service

Listen to it

“You have a special place”

Caring, humble, and wise … This is how the Chief Apostle characterised the retiring District Apostle Enrique Eduardo Minio from South America.

April 3, 2026

District Apostle

+1

• Retirement

Listen to it

Spotlight 05/2026: Trust in God in all things 

Fear is a natural part of life. Yet when we place our trust in God, it brings a deep sense of security, dispels fear, and fills us with confidence. God is present, both in the storms of life and in moments of stillness, says District Apostle Michael Ehrich from Germany. 

April 2, 2026

Annual motto

+1

• District Apostle

Listen to it

A life spent amid the people 

He listens. He lives what he believes. And he speaks the language of love. What follows is a tribute to District Apostle Minio from South America, who will retire this Sunday after forty years as a minister. 

March 28, 2026

America

+1

• Profile

Listen to it

Recognising the truth in the light of Christ 

There are many voices around us. They are loud, powerful, and persuasive, and they all seem to come from God. But which one speaks the truth? A discerning faith and Christ as our model and guide can help us discern the word of God. 

March 25, 2026

America Chief Apostle

+1

• Divine service

Listen to it

Spotlight 04/2026: “Do not be afraid” 

God calls human beings despite their limitations. “Do not lose heart, but trust in the Lord,” advises District Apostle Helper Herman Ernst from South America, for God’s calling is stronger than fear. 

March 20, 2026

Annual motto

+1

• District Apostle

Listen to it

There are no extra points to be earned in heaven

No one receives more in heaven than others simply because they hold a ministry. Eternal fellowship with Christ is the greatest gift a person can receive, says Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider.

March 19, 2026

America

+2

• Chief Apostle
• Divine service

Listen to it

Justice as a gift

A king was announced who would bring justice. Expectations were high, yet this king brought something different: justice as a gift, salvation by grace, and hope for God’s kingdom.

March 16, 2026

Chief Apostle

+2

• Divine service
• Europe

Listen to it

Your and my future

We cannot grasp the fullness of God’s greatness, but one day we will experience it. Here is how the Chief Apostle envisions our future.

March 14, 2026

Chief Apostle

+2

• Divine service
• Europe

Listen to it

Batista – memories of a much admired man of God

Today, we honour Norberto Rubén Batista, who would have turned 75 on 12 March. Loved across South America, he left a lasting mark despite serving only two years as District Apostle.

March 11, 2026

America

+12

• Apostolate
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Grieving
• History 
• Investiture
• Ministry
• Pastoral care
• Profile

Listen to it

Pausing a moment before God 

God preserves, forgives, and renews—day by day. But are we all aware of this? The Chief Apostle recommends that we pause, reflect, and praise God. 

March 10, 2026

Chief Apostle

+2

• Divine service
• Europe

Listen to it

Spotlight 03/2026: Distress wears many masks  

In times of war, doubt, and despondency, it becomes clear that those who trust in God will not be disappointed. For District Apostle Helper João Misselo from Angola, faith writes the stronger story. 

March 6, 2026

Annual motto

+1

• District Apostle

Listen to it

Baptised, and then what? How faith lives

Being baptised alone is not enough. Crucial is a living faith that follows Christ and is evident in everyday life. The Chief Apostle recently revealed how this works.

March 4, 2026

Africa

+2

• Chief Apostle
• Divine service

Listen to it

Paul’s warning: saved, but still not out of the woods

In Lusaka, Chief Apostle Schneider addressed several sensitive issues affecting every Christian and the Church, asking where genuine mission might be giving way to ego, rules, reputation, or regional distinction?

February 25, 2026

Apostolate

+2

• Chief Apostle
• Organisation

Listen to it

The key to our refuge 

Distress has many faces. Whether it takes the form of external pressure or inner turmoil, God is our refuge, as the Chief Apostle promises in this divine service. 

February 18, 2026

Chief Apostle

+2

• Divine service
• Europe

Listen to it

Spotlight 02/2026: Be strong and courageous 

There were daunting obstacles: first the Jordan, then Jericho with its seemingly insurmountable walls. Nevertheless, Joshua pressed forward. Trust, obedience and perseverance were his secret, as District Apostle Enrique Minio from South America explains.  

February 17, 2026

Annual motto District Apostle

Listen to it

Indonesia reunited

He became the vital link in the reunification of the two New Apostolic sister churches in Indonesia: Apostle Martasudarma, who passed away fifty years ago.

February 13, 2026

Apostolate

+3

• Asia
• History 
• Profile

Listen to it

Knowing fear, embracing trust

“Whether we like it or not, we live in a climate of fear,” said the Chief Apostle. And he knows the only sensible remedy for this. Here is the divine service based on our annual motto. 

February 11, 2026

Chief Apostle

+2

• Divine service
• Europe

Listen to it

The best is yet to come

God creates new things, including new insights. For some, however, this is more of a problem than a pleasure. The Chief Apostle opens our eyes to beauty. “It is not a question of whether that was right or wrong. All we need to ask ourselves is: Does this new knowledge bring me closer to Jesus Christ?

February 9, 2026

Chief Apostle

+1

• Divine service

Listen to it

Just believe: the concrete plan 

Concentrating on the true faith … Perhaps this is more easily said than done. Nevertheless, the Chief Apostle has a plan for how to put this into practice: here is the last video excerpt from the divine service marking the start of the year 2026. 

February 7, 2026

Annual motto

+2

• Chief Apostle
• Divine service

Listen to it

God’s omnipotence and care 

As Creator, Father, and Saviour, God creates out of nothing and renews humankind through His word. How does this work? The Chief Apostle sheds light on this. 

February 4, 2026

Africa Chief Apostle

+1

• Divine service

Listen to it

Spotlight 01/2026: We believe in God’s faithfulness 

Despite trials, temptations, and spiritual captivity, God remains faithful. District Apostle Tshitshi Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo encourages us to hold fast to this truth. 

February 3, 2026

Annual motto

+1

• District Apostle

Listen to it

Just believe: concentrating on what is essential 

Just believe? But in what, exactly? This is what really makes the difference. The compass that will keep us on course no matter what the storms of life may bring: here is the fourth instalment of our series of excerpts from the divine service conducted by the Chief Apostle at the start of the year.

January 31, 2026

Annual motto

+2

• Chief Apostle
• Divine service

Listen to it

A man after God’s own heart

He practised what he preached, and his commitment to God’s cause was unconditional. Today we pay tribute to District Apostle Georg Schall who passed away sixty years ago this Saturday.

January 30, 2026

Europe

+1

• History 

Listen to it

A well that is inexhaustible and priceless

Water that gives eternal life? And all this for free? Where can we find something like that?  Jesus Christ has it. And all we have to do is draw the water.

January 28, 2026

Chief Apostle

+2

• Divine service
• Europe

Listen to it

don't miss

A leader with an open heart and mind

His faith, his foresight, and his humility made him a formative figure in New Apostolic history: Chief Apostle Hans Urwyler would have turned 100 on 20 February. Today and tomorrow, we will pay tribute to this man as a way of saying thank you.

February 19, 2025

Profile Chief Apostle

+2

• History 
• Anniversary

Listen to it

Faith. Fellowship. Future.

A feast that will stay: Pentecost 2025 has left deep impressions and provided an outlook for the future. Here is an overview of everything there is to know.

June 11, 2025

Pentecost Investiture

+7

• Chief Apostle
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Organisation
• Local news
• Buildings
• Music

Listen to it

“Step by step, courageously forward” 

Twenty years ago today, Chief Apostle Richard Fehr handed over the ministry to his successor. In a video interview later, Chief Apostle Wilhelm Leber revealed how this came about.

May 15, 2025

Investiture Chief Apostle

+2

• Anniversary
• History

Listen to it