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Good Friday: Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani
The Friday before Easter is a silent day. Anyone who has ever had to cope with grief and loss knows how good silence can be. Jesus’ companions were also in mourning. They had had to look on as their Master was tortured, crucified, and killed. They were right there and witnessed these barbaric acts…
April 15, 2022
Asia

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Pastoral care (23): Yes to both souls and life
People tend to be quick to judge. But this has never helped anyone. And it certainly does not make difficulties any easier. Those who listen closely can help. Here is some counsel on how to provide real spiritual care for those coping with an abortion.
April 7, 2022
Grieving

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Doing what is right in faith
They are back… the pictures of refugees desperately seeking a safe place. We saw similar images already back in 2015. Elena Kloppmann saw them too and could not get the pictures out of her head. That was when she decided that she wanted to help. Today she is helping in the Mediterranean.
March 8, 2022
Charity work

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The Church says yes to life
Family planning and contraception? Actually, these things are a private matter. And given the variety of cultures worldwide, the Church is a little reluctant with recommendations, but it does advocate an important guiding principle.
January 6, 2022
Society

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Christmas 2021: a feast of hope
When we think of Christmas we often imagine a snowy wonderland, white-capped mountains, and frozen lakes. If not from personal experience, then from pop culture. However, given the global mood, this is a never-never land. Behind the façade, Christmas looks different.
December 24, 2021
Africa

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The trip of a life-time
The sailing trip that Yvonne and Bob Vosse-Huisman from the congregation Sneeck-Sperkhem in the Netherlands embarked on in August 2019 was scheduled to take a year. They had prepared themselves for all kinds of eventualities, but not for the coronavirus pandemic.
December 14, 2021
Congregation

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Determination leads to the goal
What do a widow seeking justice and a mountaineer have in common? Both need determination to reach their goal. Christians too need to be persistent in order to prepare adequately for the return of Christ.
December 2, 2021
Bible study

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Lead the way: International Day for Tolerance 2021
“You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one. I hope someday you'll join us and the world will be as one.” John Lennon wrote these words, and the song has become a classic. The concept of tolerance has also aged. The sheen has gone. Here are some thoughts on the International Day for Tolerance.
November 16, 2021
Society

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“All I wanted was to find some peace”
What moves people to decide to take their own life? This was a question that spirit magazine put to three people who have been directly affected by the subject of suicide. A few days after World Suicide Prevention Day, here are their responses.
September 30, 2021
Congregation

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Seek and find: the road to peace
Jesus Christ has many names. As Prince of Peace His appearance takes on a quality that many people have difficulties with. How can we learn from the master of peace? Reflections on the International Day of Prayer for Peace on 21 September.
September 21, 2021
Congregation

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A firm foundation is required
The valley is extremely dry and hot, the houses there are cheaply built. Then the torrential rains cause a flash flood that picks up speed as it tears through the valley … The chosen ground decides over death and life. This is what Jesus declared 2,000 years ago.
September 20, 2021
Bible study

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On land, on water, and in the air
The destination was a region that no District Apostle had ever visited before. On the way there, Tshitshi Tshisekedi used every conceivable means of transport. Pictures of a pastoral journey.
May 8, 2025
District Apostle Congregation

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One love, one faith: New Apostolic in Jamaica
Faith, fellowship, and Caribbean vibes: In Jamaica, the New Apostolic Church brings people together with heart, commitment, and an extra dose of love.
April 4, 2025
District Apostle Congregation

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Living one’s faith in the land of fire and ice
Between glacier blue and lava black: Iceland blends natural wonders and beliefs. And in Reykjavík, a simple profession of faith illuminates a small chapel: Sjáið merkið - Kristur kemur.
October 14, 2025
Profile Divine service

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