In the picture (4): The means to an end 

It takes more than a few good pots to make an excellent chef. However, the right tools are certainly useful in any creative trade. And what does a photographer need for his art? 

28 10 2024

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Addiction Talk: Assisting the addict

‌Family and friends have recognised the warning signals and now want to assist. ‌And those trying to help can do a lot wrong. The fourth part of our video series offers some guiding principles.

26 10 2024

Pastoral care

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Good news from around the globe

Reaching out and helping others, being part of a community, or getting your own four walls: these are plenty of reasons to be happy. This week nac.today has lots of good news from New Apostolic congregations around the world.

25 10 2024

Africa

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• Asia
• Congregation
• Europe
• Social commitment

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Nigeria celebrates golden jubilee

The New Apostolic faith came to the country from several directions—and sometimes in strange ways. Nigeria’s first Apostle, for example, was acquainted with the New Apostolic Church thanks to some cake. And now New Apostolic Nigerians are sharing a jubilee cake, so to speak.

24 10 2024

Africa

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• Congregation

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An aha moment that liberates

Prayer works! And worship works. In a recent divine service, the Chief Apostle explained the hows and whys and made clear, “The more we praise and worship God, the more blessings we will receive.”

23 10 2024

Chief Apostle

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A sign of God’s consistent care

Since today, liturgy is literally an open book in the New Apostolic Church: all prescriptions for divine services can now be found on nak.org, the official website of the Church.

22 10 2024

Divine service Doctrine 

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Widely recognised as a man of God

The very Church that had rejected him offered him a final resting place and erected a monument in his honour. A pioneer of the modern apostolate found his last resting place in Glasgow, the city that the Chief Apostle is visiting this weekend.

18 10 2024

Denominations

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• History 
• Profile

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A special way to say thank you

Many brothers and sisters around the world traditionally said a special thank you at the beginning of October. In many countries it was Thanksgiving. Whether watermelons, carrots, or family photos, the altars were a picture of gratitude.

17 10 2024

Africa

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• Europe
• Thanksgiving Day

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No pain, no gain

Only those who really put their mind to it will win a race. And only those who really want to be saved will find salvation through Jesus Christ. As in the field of sports, there are rules to be followed on the way to salvation. The Chief Apostle examined this in a recent divine service.

16 10 2024

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
• Divine service

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nac.today 2.0 is in the making

Behind the scenes at nac.today there is a lot of clanking and clattering going on: the site is under construction. The international news portal of the New Apostolic Church is working on its relaunch. Here is a peek behind the construction fence.

15 10 2024

Media

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When tiny feet leave deep scars

The intense pain that some parents carry so deeply within them is often invisible. ‌Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day is observed on 15 October—an opportunity to stand silently alongside the bereaved, whether we know them or not.

14 10 2024

Grieving

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Apostle ministry: the vacancy

What was it like back then when there were no living Apostles? Even then, the church was still apostolic. In what manner? This is explained in part four of the panel discussion at the 2019 International Youth Convention.

12 10 2024

Apostolate

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• Denominations
• History 
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When young people come together to celebrate

Walking through the streets to make people aware of our church, playing games, or pestering the Apostle with questions—the activities offered at youth events vary. But there is one thing that is common to all of them: the young people all attend a divine service together.

11 10 2024

Africa

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• Apostolate
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Youth

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Five aspects of the beyond

What is life like after death? Is redemption still possible at all? Answers from the perspective of the New Apostolic faith are provided in a recently published essay. We have summarised the most important points in five statements.

10 10 2024

Baptism 

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• Concept of salvation for the departed
• Doctrine 
• Holy Communion
• Holy Sealing
• Sacraments

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Grateful for the manna God provides

Christianity recognises three kinds of manna: natural bread, bread from heaven, and the bread we all partake of. What they have in common is the way we express our gratitude for them. And this has very little to do with words.

09 10 2024

Africa

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• Apostolate
• Chief Apostle
• Divine service
• Holy Communion
• Ministry

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How God protects His church

God protects the church of Christ. One means is the so-called Petrine office. And that has implications both for the Church leadership and the individual member.

08 10 2024

Apostolate

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Doctrine 
• Sacraments

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From sales to pastoral care: travelling for a good cause

Arnaud Martig loves travelling and interacting with people. This is what he liked about his job in international sales. He has been an Apostle since 2020 and will be appointed District Apostle Helper for the district of Canada on 13 October 2024.

07 10 2024

Advent Africa

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• Apostolate
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• Children
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Investiture
• Ministry
• Pastoral care
• Youth

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Being there for one another

When people think about more than just themselves, a lot of good things can happen. Many things can serve a good cause, such as running and singing and repairing shoes. Here is a look at some recent projects.

04 10 2024

Africa

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• Charity work
• Congregation
• Pastoral care
• Society
• Youth

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Masterpieces of love

“Almighty God, how wondrous are Your works” goes the song. But what exactly are the works of God? ‌The Sunday services in the month of October will explore this question. Here is a small spoiler: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit share the work.

03 10 2024

Apostolate

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• Baptism 
• Chief Apostle
• Divine service

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Listen to God and act now

God speaks to us and works for our salvation. And our mission is to listen to Him, do His will, and proclaim His gospel—tirelessly, even in times of doubt and opposition.

02 10 2024

Apostolate

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• Chief Apostle
• Divine service
• Europe

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community 4/2024: It’s all about faith

Faith unites around nine million members of the New Apostolic Church around the world. Many of them who do not have Internet access look forward to receiving a printed copy of the quarterly Church magazine. The latest issue is now on its way to our brothers and sisters.

01 10 2024

Africa

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• Apostolate
• Charity work
• Chief Apostle
• Children
• Concept of salvation for the departed
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service

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Driving away hunger and loneliness

Poverty is particularly painful in the cold season. Those who can, make themselves comfortable at home. For those who do not have a home, a warm meal and some friendly conversation can be a ray of hope, for example in a church-cum-soup-kitchen.

30 09 2024

Charity work Christmas

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• Local news
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• Social commitment
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People everywhere pray

Many youth events and children’s services over the past few weeks focused on our annual motto. Through play or in workshops, the young generation all over the world is learning that prayer works.

27 09 2024

Africa

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• Annual motto
• Asia
• Children
• Congregation
• Divine service
• Europe
• Holy Sealing
• Ministry
• Youth

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Loving, believing, and serving like Jesus

Before the divine service started, there was a spontaneous vocal number. The American, German, and Australian youth who had travelled to the Pan-American Youth Summit in St. Catherines, Ontario in Canada could hardly wait for the service to begin.

25 09 2024

America

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• Australia / Pacific
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• Divine service
• Event
• Youth

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Close to heaven

Some congregations in Bolivia are located at altitudes of over 4,000 metres. Hardly any other country is so close to heaven. It is a country that captivates with its geographical diversity. And the members of the Church are as diverse as the country itself.

24 09 2024

America

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• Apostolate
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Ministry
• Pastoral care
• Retirement

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Addiction talk: The warning signs 

Addicts often try to hide their addiction. They are secretive, they deny things, and they change the subject. But there are clear warning signs: physical, emotional, and behavioural. Part three of the video series promotes awareness.

21 09 2024

Pastoral care

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