Just believe: trusting in the Almighty 

“Just believe” is the other half of our 2026 motto. After all, there is a rock to which we can cling in the storms of life and of this time. Here is part two of the Chief Apostle’s New Year’s opening service. 

January 17, 2026

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Glory you can taste

The Saviour of the world made an appearance, and hardly anyone noticed. All the guests wondered about was why the wine suddenly tasted so good. An event full of significance.

January 16, 2026

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Homiletics (11): The sermon must be carried outside the church

When members leave after a divine service, what is it that they take home with them? Is the sermon already forgotten when they exit the gate? Or was there a clear goal or purpose shaping the sermon?

January 15, 2026

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Happiness for the poor

It is not possessions that matter, but relationships. It is precisely the poor, in a certain sense, who are important to God. This is what Jesus makes clear in one of the Beatitudes.

January 14, 2026

Africa

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Forty-five voices, one rhythm 

Coral Afrikaníssimo: African dialects, traditional instruments, and the goal of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ. 

January 13, 2026

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Where Jesus can be found today

What is “congregation”? Certainly, more than a club or a place. And yet it is a little different from “church”. A recently published paper seeks answers.

January 12, 2026

Congregation Doctrine 

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“Don’t be afraid” – A climate of fear 

“Don’t be afraid” is the first part of our 2026 motto. However, there are more than enough reasons to be concerned, and there is only one reasonable response. Here is the first part of the Chief Apostle’s New Year’s opening service. 

January 10, 2026

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God’s own farewell 

The final moment of the divine service: we hear the familiar words, and then everyone goes their separate ways. However, the benediction is much more than just a liturgical exhalation.

January 9, 2026

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Separate celebrations, shared belief

One city, two separate Youth Days. Two District Apostles, one faith. This story took place last year in Kinshasa. Here are a few impressions that left a lasting impression.

January 8, 2026

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Bad and good fruit

Popularity, miracles, and spiritual maturity? What do the good fruits of faith look like? The Chief Apostle gave a clear answer.

January 7, 2026

America

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The bookend of Christmas

Epiphany, Épiphanie, Fiesta de revelación … This term has made an appearance in our church calendar and is rather unusual for us. However, it is one of the oldest Christian festivals.

January 6, 2026

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Small beginnings, great impact

Christmas is almost over, and the new year has begun under the 2026 motto. In January, our divine services will follow the life of Jesus, from infant to Saviour of the world. Here are the topics that will be explored this month.

January 5, 2026

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A new morning, the dawning of hope

“See What A Morning” is actually a resurrection hymn. But what better way to start the New Year than with the certainty that nothing that may come our way is greater than the Saviour. 

January 3, 2026

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community 1/2026: Don’t be afraid. Just believe!

A new year and a new edition of community filled with insights into the New Apostolic world. The topics range from youth initiatives, projects, and new beginnings to spiritual inspiration.

January 2, 2026

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• Europe

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Annual motto 2026: “Don’t be afraid. Just believe!”

Fear and uncertainty define our times. The Chief Apostle counters this with a reassuring thought from Jesus and encourages us to face the new year with trust, faith, and confidence.

December 31, 2025

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2025 : A year dedicated to doing good

All around the globe, our 2025 motto has unfolded its potential: inspiring commitment, love in action, fellowship, and a living faith. Here is a look back.

December 31, 2025

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2025: the photos of the year

Lively, diverse, and reflecting local traditions: that is how the congregations of the New Apostolic Church can be described. The photos of the year on nac.today testify to this. 

December 30, 2025

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• Pentecost
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2025: Farewells and new beginnings

Three new District Apostles in the same year? Nothing like that has happened in quite a while. More on this and other things that occurred on the international leadership level during the year 2025. 

December 29, 2025

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2025 in review: the top videos of the year

Music is very popular in the New Apostolic Church. But in 2025, a particular announcement from the altar made it into the top three most frequently viewed videos on nac.today.

December 27, 2025

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2025: Pentecost. Mirror. Decision. 

This past Pentecost, Chief Apostle Schneider made the promise to be a helper, namely to the very man he went on to appoint as his own Helper—and thereby designate as his successor. A closer look at the biggest news of the year 2025.

December 26, 2025

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Not your typical Christmas article

Star, stable, shepherds, angels—and a crying baby in the living room. This year, Christmas will not just be explained, but experienced. A Christmas article of a different kind.

December 24, 2025

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Growing up and learning patience 

“It’s time to do good!” This year’s motto is especially relevant for our children.  This time the question is: How can children learn to wait?

December 24, 2025

Children Congregation

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Doing good makes people happy! (4) Steep paths, a second life, and caring for others

“It’s time to do good!” Our 2025 motto inspired brothers and sisters around the world. Stories from Peru, Zambia, the DR Congo, and Switzerland demonstrate what love in action means.

December 23, 2025

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Together with God and the many helpers

What do the faithful need from their District Apostle? The Chief Apostle answered this question when he appointed David Heynes as the new District Apostle for Northern and Eastern Germany.

December 22, 2025

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Christmas unlimited

“Sing Noel!”  Again? Yes, and how! A medley of new and traditional carols from Europe, America, and Africa. The piece is taken from the second suite of the choral work “Sing Christmas!”

December 20, 2025

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• Christmas
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Working with courage 

Faithful, hard-working, selfless: this is the testimony given to District Apostle Rüdiger Krause (Northern and Eastern Germany) by the Chief Apostle. Here is the video of his retirement.

December 19, 2025

District Apostle

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