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Bringing in the sheaves

The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. What exactly is this harvest? And who are the workers? The Chief Apostle has two interpretations. Following is the summary of a divine service directed not only at ministers.

26 10 2016

Chief Apostle Divine service

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Service for the departed goes public

Making a guest service out of the service for the departed? Across Europe this will be a first and take place on 6 November 2016. But a congregation in Africa is going even further—and will number more participants in the end than all of Europe put together.

25 10 2016

Africa

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• Concept of salvation for the departed
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• Divine service
• Doctrine 
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Bridge-builder between churches, cultures, and generations

There has been a lot of talk about reconciliation over the past weeks. One man in particular was instrumental in quietly paving the way for this. Fifty years ago today, he was ordained into the ministry that preaches reconciliation: Hermann Engelauf.

22 10 2016

Apostolate

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• Doctrine 
• Event
• History 
• Investiture
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• Profile
• Retirement
• Seniors
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Our conception of ministry: questions and answers

Apostles around the world are involved in building our conception of ministry. What has been gathered in meetings and working groups to date is currently being discussed by the District Apostles in Perth. Here is an overview.

20 10 2016

America

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• Baptism 
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• History 
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The cost of being a disciple

Everything has a price—even following Jesus Christ. Are you prepared to pay this price? What do you get in return? Questions and answers from a divine service by the Chief Apostle.

18 10 2016

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Perth welcomes the leaders of the Church

Two thousand kilometres to the nearest city and yet in the middle of a metropolitan area. This is where the District Apostles are convening for their second international meeting this year: originally called “place with plenty of sun”, it is now better known as Perth.

17 10 2016

Australia / Pacific Chief Apostle

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Third step to reconciliation: the date is set

The apostolic churches are continuing their policy of reconciliation: at the beginning of the coming year, they want to close another chapter in their shared history. A ceremony has been planned at which a third statement will be signed.

14 10 2016

Africa

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NAK-karitativ presents its annual report for 2015

nak-karitativ invested more than two million euros in humanitarian projects on three continents over the past year. This is documented in the annual report for 2015 that has just been published.

13 10 2016

Africa

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The treasure in our hearts

Christians have a treasure that needs to be protected—and shared. The Chief Apostle examines some of the gems of this treasure and reveals why they are sometimes hard to recognize.

12 10 2016

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How women move the church forward

They cultivate fellowship, but not only among themselves: the International Sisters’ Fellowship, comprised of New Apostolic women from Zambia, Malawi, and Zimbabwe, is an example of the role women take in church and society in this part of Africa.

11 10 2016

Africa

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The Chief Apostle in Lausanne

Lausanne is beautifully set on Lake Geneva in Romandy, the French-speaking part of Switzerland. Surrounded by the Jura Mountains, the city enjoys a mild climate—a good destination for Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider, who will be visiting the congregation on Sunday to celebrate a divine service.

08 10 2016

Chief Apostle

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A thankful congregation is a joyful congregation!

Against cholera, for peace and understanding between peoples—the programmes of the congregations around the world are creative, diverse, and fantastic. It is important that we take on responsibility in society, not only spiritually but also in a concrete and material way.

07 10 2016

Charity work

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Let the light shine!

Let the light of God shine, don’t cover it up! This is a well-known thought from the Bible. But what exactly is this light? The Chief Apostle gave a fourfold answer in a recent service.

05 10 2016

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“Faith can move churches”

“You gave a wonderful testimony of your faith.” This is how the Chief Apostle responded to the move of the church in Kananga. But he is not the only one by far to have been amazed.

04 10 2016

Africa

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Historical meeting in Hilversum

The rapprochement of apostolic denominations is continuing: after declarations of reconciliation in Germany and Switzerland, as well as an initial meeting in South Africa, there has now also been a meeting in the Netherlands—and this one was in a much larger context.

30 09 2016

Africa

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Taking time to discuss our faith

Parents provide for the natural wellbeing of their children, promote their talents, and support them as they grow into adulthood. But parents are also responsible for the spiritual development of their children. “Take a little more time for this,” said Chief Apostle Schneider as he appealed to parents.

29 09 2016

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Mourning and comforting together

All interested parties are invited: the New Apostolic congregations in the German-speaking regions of the world will be open to the public for a service for the departed on Sunday, 6 November 2016. The preparations are already underway.

27 09 2016

Chief Apostle Concept of salvation for the departed

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Letters from the evil one—the best response

We have all experienced it—a thought from outside that feels like a letter straight from the evil one bearing the message, “You don’t have a chance.” How are we to react to this? “Just like King Hezekiah,” says the Chief Apostle. Following are some answers from a divine service.

26 09 2016

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Restoring order in difficult times

He wanted no monument: New Apostolic Christians in Indonesia paid their last respects to their former District Apostle Alfons Tansahtikno. Following is a look back on the life of a man of God who was as strong as he was independent.

22 09 2016

Buildings

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If we stop dreaming about peace, war will become normal

September 21, 2016 : Christians pray for world peace. This occurs every year, because on 21 September churches observe the International Day of Prayer for Peace. Does this change anything? Well, yes, at least one’s own attitude. Already Jesus admonished that we be at peace with ourselves and make peace with our neighbour.

20 09 2016

Charity work

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At home around the world: young people need special offers

Young people are also a special target group for churches. They are in the blossom of life and are very important for the Church of the future. It is for this reason that special offers and concepts are developed for them. Following are some examples:

16 09 2016

Charity work

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• Good Friday
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Patience—managing the monstrous

Being patient with the imperfections of our neighbour, but also with ourselves. Chief Apostle Schneider demonstrates how the Holy Spirit can support us even in very normal situations of daily life.

13 09 2016

Asia Chief Apostle

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“Being open to all people, to all nations”

He is at home in two countries, works for the Church on three continents, and speaks six languages: Bishop Aramik Fesdjian has been accustomed to internationality right from the cradle. In this interview he talks about his life between the worlds.

12 09 2016

Acts of blessing

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Church offers more than just school on Sundays

“The Church gave me a chance,” says Mohamad Agub. He attended both primary and secondary school in Kherwara (India). This is one of the schools that the New Apostolic Church supports or even operates around the globe.

10 09 2016

Charity work

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Inspiration online and offline

“Being a Christian in everyday life” is the subject in our divine services in September. There are many sources from which we can gather inspirations on how to be a Christian in everyday life. The age of communication has greatly expanded the possibilities.

09 09 2016

Africa

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Stronger than all human weaknesses

Making the impossible possible? Yes, there is a power that can do that. It has something to do with a seed, a mountain, and a tree. Explanations were given in a divine service by the Chief Apostle.

07 09 2016

Apostolate

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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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• History 
• Anniversary

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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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• Anniversary
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