Advent a capella 

Traditional lyrics rearranged … This is what Christmas sounds like barbershop style. The carol was presented at the 2019 Advent concert by the Canadian choir Soul Purpose.

06 12 2025

Advent America

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Flowers, flags, questions: learning about a dark day

Flowers, photos, and flags on the wall of a building, and in front of it, children with hymnals. What’s going on at this Paris restaurant? A picture and its story.

05 12 2025

Congregation

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• Society

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A “yes” that changed everything 

Mothers do not have it easy, especially this one: her life was a complex mix of joy and sorrow, worry and hope. The journey from the bier to the cradle symbolises a new beginning and hope. 

04 12 2025

Bible study

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• History 

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When love dispels fear

Those who take an interest in the gospel discover the love of Jesus, which carries us through all challenges. If we follow Him, His love will free us from fear and unite us.

03 12 2025

Apostolate

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Advent: steps that lead out of darkness

From darkness into light—thanks to the Son of Man, and for all of humankind. These are the string lights that run through the divine services in December 2025.

02 12 2025

Advent

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Doing good makes people happy! (1) A year full of small acts of kindness

“It’s time to do good!” Our 2025 motto inspired brothers and sisters around the world. Over the past year, the congregation of Schwäbisch Hall in Germany focused on one particular aspect of our 2025 motto and organised activities around it—and did good.

01 12 2025

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Office sing-along

The administration of the New Apostolic Church Western Germany has its own staff choir, and will kick off nac.today’s 2025 “Advent carols” series.

29 11 2025

Advent

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Goodbye work. Hello family!

Now they have more time for their grandchildren: District Apostle Mark Woll (Canada) and his assistant, Frank Dzur, pictured here at their retirement. This is our photo of the month. 

28 11 2025

America

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From chocolate treats to soul fasting 

The Advent calendars on the shelves are colourful and flashy and are filled with all kinds of treats, from chocolates to mini sausages. Originally, the season was about fasting. So how does this all fit together? 

27 11 2025

Advent

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• Society

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How lambs conquer wolves

Defenceless among predators: such is the situation of Christians. And this is how Christ Himself described it. But He also shows us the way through and out.

26 11 2025

Asia

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Homiletics (9): Understanding the message and the congregation

Before something can be said, it need’s to be understood. From now on, the series will show how ministers can study and lay open the main message, grasp the deeper meaning, and then deliver it in such a way that it touches people’s hearts.

25 11 2025

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Where the wind sings and hearts are open 

“We ask for blessing and hope.” These were the Chief Apostle’s farewell words in Gqeberha in 2015. Now he is coming back for another visit, and there is excitement everywhere. 

24 11 2025

Africa

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Why we are together 

Are Christians or children of God a fan club or a group of people who share the same interests? They are much more than that, the Chief Apostle says, citing the two miracles that connect them all to one another. 

22 11 2025

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Faith, hope, and love 24/7: NAC 28 TV on air 

New Apostolic television at the push of a button … How is that possible? Zambia is making it possible because all people should have access to the gospel. 

21 11 2025

Africa

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• Buildings
• Local news
• Media

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The truth that attests to itself

Everyone has their own truth, but the gospel tells us: truth is a person. “I am the way, the truth, and the life.”

20 11 2025

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• Divine service

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New wine, new life 

Everything old is no longer valid! God’s message breaks with tradition and challenges us. Those who dare can recognise the radical newness of the gospel. 

19 11 2025

America

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• Divine service

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Encouraging courage 

“It’s time to do good!” This year’s motto is especially relevant for our children.  This time we look at the question of how we can encourage our children in a positive way. 

18 11 2025

Annual motto Children

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New creation rather than calling it a day

What will become of me when God makes all things new? The Ninth Article of Faith speaks of a future in which God will dwell among people—and that wounded histories will not simply be erased but healed.

17 11 2025

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The way to happiness

Those who walk with the Lord do not walk alone. That is the message of the song “When We Walk with the Lord” performed here at the retirement of District Apostle Mark Woll (Canada).   

15 11 2025

Chief Apostle

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Shaping the future: developments in the circle of the Apostles

The number remains unchanged, but the faces are changing. The records show 365 active Apostles for the period from June to November 2025. These include a new Chief Apostle Helper, two new District Apostles, two newly assigned District Apostle Helpers, and ten new Apostles.

14 11 2025

Apostolate

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• Investiture
• Ministry
• Retirement

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Doing good makes people happy! You too? 

The Chief Apostle’s motto for 2025 is more than a momentary slogan. It is a mission for everyone: “It’s time to do good!” What has become of it? 

13 11 2025

Annual motto

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God’s creation: a sign of His love and faithfulness 

Here is an invitation to marvel. Thanking God also means being careful with His gifts and treating them with due respect—health, family, nature, and eternal life. 

12 11 2025

Africa Chief Apostle

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• Divine service

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Focus on pastoral care: sharing experiences

Providing pastoral care is part of the mission of the New Apostolic Church. But how does this work in practice in different cultures? The District Apostles discussed this subject.

11 11 2025

Apostolate

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• Chief Apostle
• District Apostle
• Organisation
• Pastoral care

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Seeing eye to eye

Science and religion are incompatible like fire and water and heaven and hell. Nothing of the sort! They go hand in hand and feed off each other. Here is an interlude on World Science Day for Peace and Development that is observed every year on 10 November.

10 11 2025

Concept of salvation for the departed

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A commitment that continues to be valid

Those who take on responsibilities in the Church must balance family and ministry. The commitment to family is just as sacred. Here is an explanation by the Chief Apostle.

08 11 2025

Chief Apostle

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Spotlight 15/2025: Doing good is a lifelong mission 

As a minister he has retired. But retired or not, our annual motto makes no difference here. Thoughts from District Apostle Helper Frank Dzur (Canada).

07 11 2025

Annual motto

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