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

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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

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Touching and in need of explanation

Divine services for the departed are a moving experience for many.  But why do they exist and how do they work? A module on nac.academy provides some insight.

March 9, 2026

Concept of salvation for the departed

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In the eye of the storm: why faith carries us

 Although waves may crash on us, there is a hand that protects and sustains us. The logo designed by Southern Africa depicting our 2026 motto perfectly reflects what Jesus’ words promise: “Don’t be afraid. Just believe!” 

March 7, 2026

Africa

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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

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A warm welcome for the new ministers

The roughly 800 Church members in Timor-Leste have a new District Apostle.  The New Apostolic Church in this young nation is now being overseen by the Southeast Asia district. Here is more on this change and its background. 

March 5, 2026

Asia Organisation

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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

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Singing with your hands. Listening with your eyes.

During the recent visit of the Chief Apostle to Lusaka, Zambia, a sign language choir delivered a performance that speaks beyond words. Here is a contribution in honour of World Hearing Day today, 3 March.

March 3, 2026

Africa

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Saviour. Healing. Salvation.

He heals the sick, touches the outcasts, and challenges the devout. But in the end, it says, “Heal yourself!” Why this is precisely what makes Jesus the true healer.

March 2, 2026

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Close to us in silence: the Saviour

“Gently, ever so gently, a light warms us.” For “You are the Saviour,” the choir sings in the hymn “Die Liebe bist Du”. It creates a contemplative prelude to the divine service for the departed. 

February 28, 2026

Concept of salvation for the departed

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On the road with Christ

A call pierces the tomb. There is a bright cloud on the way to the cross. Water, bread, and wine are symbols of God’s presence. The Sundays in March take us on a journey following the last weeks of Jesus’ life.

February 27, 2026

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Excited to see what lies ahead

A basket, a cloth, and a pair of scissors—simple items that symbolise something bigger. This young lady holds the “key” to a newly inaugurated youth centre in Guinea-Bissau. Our picture of the month for February from the report on the inauguration captures a moment of new opportunities.

February 26, 2026

Africa

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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

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Scissors, a ribbon, and a promising future 

The excitement had been building for months: the youth centre in Guinea-Bissau was finally completed and inaugurated with a divine service, traditional dances, and a shared meal. 

February 24, 2026

Africa

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A day devoted to special things 

We are supposed to keep the Sabbath holy. But how? Here is why God offers us a day of rest and how parents can sanctify the Sunday together with their children. 

February 23, 2026

Children

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“In oceans deep my faith will stand” 

“Don’t be afraid. Just believe!” The New Apostolic Church Canada presented the design of its logo illustrating the 2026 motto not with an explanatory video, but with a musical declaration of faith.

February 21, 2026

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Noise cancelling for the soul

The countdown to Easter began this week. Many Christians are preparing for it by fasting. Read about what Jesus really wanted and what our hearts, hands, and brain can learn now.

February 20, 2026

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Learning about faith the fun way

Card games, puzzles, and action—and all the while learning something about our faith. A group of youth leaders came up with this idea. Here is more on the world of nac-games.com. Check it out.

February 19, 2026

Youth

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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

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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

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Torn so that we can enter

The curtain in the temple signified: this far and no further. Even the high priest was only allowed to enter the Holy of Holies once a year. This is precisely where the letter to the Hebrews starts, showing why Jesus is the true High Priest.

February 16, 2026

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As gentle as a prayer, as strong as a confession of faith

From delicate and fragile to powerful and majestic—and always deeply moving: this is the sound that emerges when South African musicians reinterpret what is often regarded as a simple children’s song.

February 14, 2026

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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

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• Asia
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Homiletics (12): Bringing it all together

You have grappled with understanding the message and discerning the needs of the congregation. You have given thought to the goal of the sermon. Now it is time to construct the main body of the sermon.  

February 12, 2026

Divine service

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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

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From temporary solution to a new home

For seven months, a newly established congregation in Portugal gathered for divine services in a garage. Now, the congregation has moved into its own church—and the members are delighted.

February 10, 2026

Africa

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