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Baptism: in whose name and why?

The baptism of John or the baptism of Jesus? Is there a difference? Yes, a big one and once upon a time this difference played an important role. The one baptised with a baptism of repentance, the other one with a baptism of salvation.

12 07 2022

Asia Australia / Pacific

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• Baptism 
• Congregation
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Sacraments

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Spotlight 11/2022: A sense of togetherness is important

Feeling spiritually connected with one another is an expression of the power of the Holy Spirit. Such a sense of togetherness is a question of will and not of limited opportunities, says District Apostle Rüdiger Krause (Germany).

11 07 2022

Annual motto

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter

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At home worldwide: Together in Christ

Worldwide, Covid made getting together in the congregation almost impossible. Now that the restrictions have been relaxed, people are excited that they can finally see each other again and do things together.

08 07 2022

Africa

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• America
• Annual motto
• Ascension Day
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• Divine service
• Europe
• Event
• History 
• Music
• Pentecost
• Seniors
• Social commitment
• Youth

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The word of God in multimedia form

A hundred years ago it would have been unthinkable: divine services via phone-in, on television, via satellite, or the internet. Today divine services are just a click away. Quite a lot of work goes into this to make it possible.

08 07 2022

Chief Apostle

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• Divine service
• Easter
• Music

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The sacraments (58): Because corpses cannot eat

Vicarious baptism is a biblical pillar that supports the New Apostolic Church’s conception of salvation for the departed. An episcopal council is said to have forbidden it. This is how the story usually goes, but it is not quite correct. Here is the background and how it came to the decision.

07 07 2022

Africa

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• Concept of salvation for the departed
• Congregation
• Doctrine 
• History 
• Holy Communion
• Sacraments

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Changes in the circle of the Apostles (1/2022)

Thanks to relaxed Covid restrictions, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider was once again able to travel and perform retirements and ordinations himself in the last six months. A District Apostle also went into retirement. Now there is one less District Apostle Area worldwide.

06 07 2022

Africa America

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• Apostolate
• Asia
• Australia / Pacific
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Grieving
• Investiture
• Ministry
• Pastoral care
• Pentecost
• Retirement

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Webcasts around the clock

Divine services in the morning, afternoon, and evening. Anyone who wishes to join a service can do so practically any time thanks to the many time zones. Here is this week’s overview .

01 07 2022

Chief Apostle

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• Divine service
• Easter
• Music

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God asks, we answer

The New Apostolic Sunday services in July will explore the great questions that God asks us. The answers to these questions are a concrete way forward: they prepare the congregations for the return of Jesus Christ in an intensive manner.

30 06 2022

Congregation

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• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Sacraments

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Colonialism, wars, and church

On 3 July, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider will conduct a divine service in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is only three days after the country’s independence celebrations. As a former District Apostle of the country, the Chief Apostle is familiar with its turbulent history.

29 06 2022

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Easter
• Europe
• History 
• Society

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Following Jesus’ footsteps to heaven

Ascension was both the conclusion and crowning of life on earth. And this was not only the case for Jesus Christ. It must also be the case for believers. The Chief Apostle recently charted the way forward.

28 06 2022

Ascension Day

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• Chief Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Sacraments
• Society

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A cause for celebration

There are many occasions that bring people together for a celebration. Whether it is confirmation or a day of activities to prepare for the confirmation service, people enjoy being together. This week we are celebrating diversity in the Church.

24 06 2022

Acts of blessing

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• Africa
• Children
• Confirmation
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Music
• Pentecost
• Youth

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The sacraments (57): A proxy for baptism?

There is one particular Bible verse that has been giving interpreters a lot of headaches—and for the last 1,800 years to boot. And yet it is precisely this passage that constitutes the third pillar supporting the New Apostolic Church’s conception of salvation for the departed. Ultimately it boils down to a question of the power of a sacrament.

23 06 2022

Concept of salvation for the departed

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• Congregation
• Doctrine 
• Sacraments

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More than preaching: the work of the Apostles

Jesus ascended to heaven, and the churches changed. It was an awkward time for the first Christians. However, the Apostles continued to carry out their work. What these tasks were and what they mean for us today, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider explained in a divine service.

22 06 2022

Apostolate

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• Ascension Day
• Baptism 
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Holy Communion
• Holy Sealing
• Ministry
• Sacraments

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Around the world and round the clock

Who knows what will happen the day after tomorrow? The pandemic has shaken up many plans. One thing, however, is sure and that is the possibility of joining online services again on Sunday.

17 06 2022

Chief Apostle

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• Congregation
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Holy Communion
• Music
• Sacraments

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Faith that lives up to its name

Sunday, 22. 05. 2022 – important moments in Berlin: Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider released District Apostle Wolfgang Nadolny into retirement, appointed a new District Apostle, ordained a new Apostle, and amalgamated the Regional Church of Berlin-Brandenburg with the Regional Church of Northern and Eastern Germany.

15 06 2022

Chief Apostle

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• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Holy Communion
• Sacraments

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The Church nails its colours to the mast

One earth, many people; one Christianity, many denominations; one congregation, many hands. There are many ways to foster fellowship and in the process profess one's beliefs, whether in cleaning up the environment, ecumenism, or putting women in the spotlight.

10 06 2022

Africa

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• Charity work
• Congregation
• Denominations
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• History 
• Music
• Palm Sunday
• Pentecost

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Worshipping in the world’s largest congregation

The New Apostolic Church has been streaming divine services for 117 weeks now. Thousands join these online services, constituting the world’s largest congregation.

10 06 2022

Chief Apostle Congregation

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• Divine service
• Easter
• Music

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The sacraments (56): The rise of Christ’s descent into hell

God wants to help all human beings, both the living and the dead. This conviction can already be found among the earliest Christians and is confirmed by the biblical motif of Christ’s descent into the realm of the dead—and corroborates the New Apostolic concept of the departed.

09 06 2022

Concept of salvation for the departed

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• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Good Friday
• Holy Communion
• Music
• Sacraments

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Music in snapshots

The 2022 Pentecost concert left a powerful impression on the audience. From old masters to new compositions, the musicians used the whole range of sound at their disposal to wow their audience. Here are some snapshots.

07 06 2022

Music

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• Pentecost

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The divine service as a visual

A picture says more than a thousand words. And this one here needs less than a thousand words to summarise the Pentecost service in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Here are the sketchnotes to look up and relive the service.

06 06 2022

Divine service

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• Pentecost

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Pentecost 2022 in pictures

Two hours and many impressions later. This year’s Pentecost celebrations in Argentina were very emotional. The divine service in images.

06 06 2022

Divine service

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• Pentecost

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Building the new temple together

“Everyone is needed. And each one can contribute.” This was Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider’s appeal on Pentecost 2022. He urged the faithful to set examples for the presence of God on earth.

05 06 2022

Chief Apostle Congregation

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• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• History 
• Music
• Pentecost

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What the District Apostles talk about

The International District Apostle Meeting in Buenos Aires ended today, two years later than planned. The agenda included a wide variety of topics. Here is an overview.

04 06 2022

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Doctrine 
• History 
• Investiture
• Ministry
• Organisation
• Pentecost

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Experiencing the Holy Spirit

Pentecost, the birthday of the church. A feast that many believing people look forward to celebrating. The New Apostolic Church invites you to do so, both in our congregations and online.

03 06 2022

Chief Apostle

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• Congregation
• Divine service
• Easter
• Music
• Pentecost

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A flying visit from the other side of the Atlantic

Friendships need to be cultivated, especially when they span the Atlantic. And this is why a Swiss national, a well-known figure, dropped in on the Youth Symphony Orchestra Argentina just a few days ago.

03 06 2022

America

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• Concept of salvation for the departed
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Doctrine 
• Europe
• Music
• Pentecost
• Youth

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Six languages in 22 congregations

A prelude that spells Pentecost. Yesterday, the District Apostles and their assistants were spread over 22 congregations in Greater Buenos Aires and conducted services in English, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, and in Spanish, of course. A tour in pictures.

03 06 2022

Chief Apostle

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• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Pentecost

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The donkey, that’s me

Jesus knew exactly what He was doing when He chose His mount to enter Jerusalem. What’s more, He sent signals right up to our own time. Here is a reflection on the theme of Palm Sunday.

23 03 2024

Palm Sunday Good Friday

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• Congregation
• America
• History 

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Ascension means: now it’s your turn

Pentecost is considered the birthday of the church. But like a plant that germinates underground before the first shoots emerge, the origins of the church lie deeper and earlier.

28 05 2025

Ascension Day Pentecost

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• Divine service
• Society

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Silent extras, active seekers 

Not everyone is in the stable, not everyone sings in the angel choir. But the silent figures in the Christmas story are more than mere extras. They show that God speaks to everyone. The question is: who will answer?

25 12 2024

Christmas Advent

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• Bible study

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