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Charting the course for a joint future

The two independent District Apostle Areas in South America will merge in 2019. This announcement was recently made by the Church leaders.

11 12 2017

America Chief Apostle

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Do not forget to do good and share with others

People who do good get more out of life. Doing good, especially in the days leading up to Christmas, opens our eyes for new perspectives and wonderful experiences. Following are some examples of all that is being done for the less fortunate.

08 12 2017

Africa

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New Year, new motto – Attention! You’re on

Monday, 27 November. A session of the International District Apostle Meeting has just ended, as has a meeting of the Finance Committee. By the time the Chief Apostle arrives in the recording studio it is already three o’clock in the afternoon.

07 12 2017

Chief Apostle

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We cannot help but love

There are many reasons to ignore, despise, or even hate our neighbour. “But be steadfast in love, don’t give up,” the Chief Apostle says. “We believe in the final victory of love. That is our conviction.”

06 12 2017

Asia

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Kinshasa: people build their own churches

Seventeen-hundred congregations and ten Apostle districts in one city alone. A look at a New Apostolic stronghold which the Chief Apostle will visit this coming weekend.

05 12 2017

Buildings

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Ministers between church and their families

Ministry and person. This may sometimes pose potential for conflict. The two roles, the one as minister and the one as husband and father, do not always coincide. What does the Chief Apostle say about this?

02 12 2017

Apostolate Chief Apostle

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Our congregations around the world

On Sunday Christianity observes the first Sunday of Advent. Here are some of the different ways our brothers and sisters around the world will start off the new church year.

01 12 2017

Advent

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Christmas signifies: “God is with us!”

December ushers in Advent, Christmas, and the end of the year. These periods determine the contents of our sermons in December. The focus is on admonition, expectation, and joy—also in our divine services.

30 11 2017

Advent

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A look ahead: International Youth Convention 2019

The District Apostles were given a tour of the exhibition grounds where the International Youth Convention (IYC) will take place in 2019. Before the tour, the District Apostles—who had convened for their fall session—were informed about what the participants would see, hear, and do at the Youth Convention.

29 11 2017

Africa

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With love, no matter what

A determined effort to do good. This is how the believer demonstrates how important the proximity of God is for him. And what is “good”? Learn to love as God loves. Here are some thoughts from a divine service by the Chief Apostle.

28 11 2017

Chief Apostle

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A career that started in a children’s choir

A 17-year old young woman is currently inspiring members of the New Apostolic Church in South Africa with awe. First they picked up the telephone for their sister. Now they are proudly sharing her videos. A success story between church music and pop music.

25 11 2017

Acts of blessing

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The Apostle ministry

Perceivable, sensitive and understanding, able to inspire people for the Lord, and willing to serve the congregations. This is what Apostles around the world are like.

24 11 2017

Africa

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District Apostle Meeting kicks off with topics relevant for Africa

The International District Apostle Meeting is in session. This is the first time since the initial resolutions concerning our concept of ministry were communicated. There are still many open questions, but this is not the only interesting subject.

23 11 2017

Africa

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Essen is ready for the Chief Apostle

The New Apostolic Church in North-Rhine Westphalia (Germany) is comprised of 30 districts. One of the largest districts is Essen with its eleven congregations and 3,400 members. The Chief Apostle will be visiting them this coming weekend.

22 11 2017

Africa

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“We are definitely not greater than our Master”

Servants of God? This does not only apply to the ministers. This is what the Chief Apostle said in a recent service for ministers that was broadcast across Europe. His sermon revolved around the question: Serving – who, how, and why?

21 11 2017

Chief Apostle

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Five church dedications in six days

On a recent trip in his working area, District Apostle Charles S. Ndandula dedicated five church buildings in six divine services—a testimony of how vibrant the congregations in Africa are.

17 11 2017

Africa

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“My praise shall be of You in the great assembly”

The congregation you have spent the greater part of your life in is going to be closed. “That is painful!” Jean-Luc Schneider says. Not even the Chief Apostle is spared from such heartache. How does he deal with it?

16 11 2017

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What’s love got to do with it?

“My congregation in a shoebox” was a campaign that was started in the run-up to the 2014 International Church Convention intended to forge bonds between congregations. But what does love have to do with it? Well, at least one of the bonds forged ended up to be more permanent than initially intended. Here is the story of Jolanthe and Tobias.

15 11 2017

Advent

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In heaven and on earth

Fellowship with Jesus is possible already here on earth, not only in heaven. Two divine services in a row provide clarity about the future and the present. Following is a divine promise and a detailed description of the believer’s mission.

14 11 2017

Africa

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Working for the common good

Whether on a voluntary basis or full-time, many members of the New Apostolic Church around the globe are very involved in the Church. Examples from three continents: a choir on a promotional tour, teachers in an online workshop, and an Apostle who worked for the Lord untiringly.

10 11 2017

Apostolate

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“Saving eternal life from certain death”

Death and eternal life … How do other Christian churches see this? And which teaching is behind this religious practice? This was the topic of a conference at the University of Fribourg in Switzerland. The initiative came from the New Apostolic Church.

09 11 2017

Apostolate

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On our way home

Jesus has gone to prepare a place for us. First surprise: this place was finished a long time ago. Second surprise: man has already been there. The question now is, how do we get back home?

08 11 2017

Africa Chief Apostle

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Raipur countdown begins

The excitement and anticipation in India is building. The Chief Apostle will be visiting Raipur this coming weekend. Everyone is excited: the Chief Apostle, the host, and especially the brothers and sisters.

07 11 2017

Chief Apostle

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Congregation: everyone belongs

The international head office of the New Apostolic Church is flying the NACI flag to make its guests feel welcome. The European District Apostle Meeting has convened its fall session.

06 11 2017

Buildings

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The Church cares

Doing something for the environment, comforting civil war refugees, and helping young people … The challenges that the Church faces at the global level are enormous. Following is a brief overview.

03 11 2017

Charity work

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Following Christ: a how-to-guide on gratitude

Giving thanks to God at all times for all things? Isn’t that expecting a bit much? “It’s unrealistic,” Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider says, and goes on to explain what exactly is meant. Core thoughts from a divine service.

02 11 2017

Chief Apostle

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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.

19 02 2025

Profile Chief Apostle

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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.

11 06 2025

Pentecost Investiture

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“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.

15 05 2025

Investiture Chief Apostle

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apostles.today

Charting the course for a joint future

Do not forget to do good and share with others

New Year, new motto – Attention! You’re on

We cannot help but love

Kinshasa: people build their own churches

Ministers between church and their families

Our congregations around the world

Christmas signifies: “God is with us!”

A look ahead: International Youth Convention 2019

With love, no matter what

A career that started in a children’s choir

The Apostle ministry

District Apostle Meeting kicks off with topics relevant for Africa

Essen is ready for the Chief Apostle

“We are definitely not greater than our Master”

Five church dedications in six days

“My praise shall be of You in the great assembly”

What’s love got to do with it?

In heaven and on earth

Working for the common good

“Saving eternal life from certain death”

On our way home

Raipur countdown begins

Congregation: everyone belongs

The Church cares

Following Christ: a how-to-guide on gratitude

don't miss

A leader with an open heart and mind

Faith. Fellowship. Future.

“Step by step, courageously forward”