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Christians by profession

What are you by profession? A question that is posed quite often. Competence and expertise are called for here. But how is it in our faith? Do we not also need a certain kind of aptitude in order to be perceived as Christians?

July 30, 2018

Divine service

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At home around the world: what an old harmonium can tell you…

Today’s week in review reports on three very different stories from three different countries. At the core of each, however, we find the practical faith of New Apostolic Christians who are doing their part to bring people together in the midst of society.

July 26, 2018

Acts of blessing

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On the stage and in the studio—diversity sets the tone

When faith creates music, it will be in more than one key! The “Show Your Talent” song contest already proved that quite clearly at the International Church Convention 2014. Now a new edition is scheduled for the IYC 2019. The call going out to young musicians today is: “Show us what you’ve got!”

July 21, 2018

Congregation

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At home around the world: youth at work on the IYC 2019

The ambassadors are on their way. And the base is on the move: a spotlight on all the preparations for the International Youth Convention (IYC) 2019 around the globe. Some examples from Africa, Asia, and Europe.

July 20, 2018

Acts of blessing

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Angklung choir makes peace and love resound

While our brethren in faith in Java, Indonesia played the music of peace and love, bombs exploded only 250 kilometres away, killing many people. A report on a concert with trembling hearts and hands follows below.

July 19, 2018

Congregation

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Changes in the circle of the Apostles (1/2018)

In the first six months of 2018, nine Apostles were ordained by Chief Apostle Schneider. He also assigned a District Apostle Helper and appointed a District Apostle. Seven Apostles were retired.

July 9, 2018

Africa Apostolate

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Contributing to a collective solution

The challenges are clear, the objectives are defined. What are the means needed to achieve these? And what are the differences between today and the past? The last part of the interview with the Chief Apostle gives an overview of how the Church is setting itself up for the future.

June 23, 2018

Africa

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For the love of life and the joy of faith

It is a year of united Youth Days. There was a double premiere this past weekend in Germany. The start, however, was made in South Africa at the beginning of the year. Join us as we look at three events celebrating the love of life and the joy of faith.

June 21, 2018

Africa

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Twelve petitions that God hears

Five petitions more than in the Lord’s Prayer and a promise that God will hear these petitions … Chief Apostle Schneider talks about day-to-day, worthwhile wishes of the believers.

June 20, 2018

Chief Apostle

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Cuba, an incredible country

He is the face of the New Apostolic Church in Cuba, the largest Caribbean island. He is a journalist with an alert mind and a big heart: Bishop Alex Michel Reyes Martinez is good for the Church. Learn a little more about him.

June 19, 2018

Africa

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When the Church goes to school

Christian love transcends borders. Join us on a trip around the world this week as we visit school projects in South-East Asia, Central America, and Africa currently receiving help from the New Apostolic Church.

June 8, 2018

Africa

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Four steps that lead to freedom

Jesus makes us free! Come again? Why “makes us free”? We can already do what we want. This is probably how many people feel about this, but they are barking up the wrong tree. Because there is only one person who can offer true freedom.

May 30, 2018

Baptism

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God, man, and love

“Our God is loving.” Who of us did not sing this song as a child? It is a short, catchy, and simple statement. Yet at the same time it is momentous, difficult to grasp, and confusing to understand. “We praise Him evermore. Our God is loving.” What does this mean?

May 28, 2018

Bible study

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A presentation, a meal, and a celebration

Christians live their belief everywhere, whether at university, in a war zone, or at church. Sometimes words are important, other times a helping hand is. This week’s review takes us to three continents.

May 25, 2018

America

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Spotlight 09/2018: Leave it to God, as Paul did

They were irritating, they deceived him, and abandoned him … Paul’s companions were not always the best of co-workers. Yet he remained faithful to God and his neighbour. “Let us learn from Paul,” District Apostle Joseph Opemba Ekhuya from Kenya says.

May 22, 2018

Africa

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Where divine services became a motion picture

This year’s Pentecost festivities will take place in the United States. Historically, the New Apostolic Church in the US goes back almost as far as its European roots. Technically, the District Church was instrumental in making video transmissions a firm establishment around the world.

May 15, 2018

Africa

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Pentecost in D.C. – continue steadfastly

What is the capital of the USA? Most would say New York. New York is the largest and most famous of US cities, but not the country’s capital. It is Washington, D.C., and this is where the International District Apostle Meeting will be taking place in the upcoming week.

May 12, 2018

Africa America

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Veritable globetrotters

They get around a lot, the District Apostles of the New Apostolic Church. And if there is a place they cannot get to, there is somebody else who can. Some notable entries from their travel diaries.

May 11, 2018

Africa

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From deepest depths to greatest heights: the comfort of Ascension

Jesus bids farewell to His church. It is becoming clearer and clearer to them that He is about to leave them. But not for good! The comforting thing about this farewell is that there is hope for a reunion.

May 10, 2018

Ascension Day

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The day that changed my life

Professing one’s faith can be a real challenge. In fact, it can even turn into a struggle for survival. This is the experience of Mankee Nag, a 27-year-old Indian woman. She gives us a candid look into her life.

May 5, 2018

Congregation

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Small and big celebrations around the world

The southernmost congregation and a large District Church in Africa are celebrating their anniversaries. And an aid organisation is celebrating a successful project—occasions which encourage reflection.

May 4, 2018

Africa

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Pentecost, when people understand each other

Ascension and Pentecost are two important Christian holy days that are celebrated in May. May is both a month of contemplation and boundless joy. And the reason for this is Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer.

April 30, 2018

Ascension Day Asia

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When teachers dangle from the ceiling

Sunday School? Of course, everybody has Sunday School. But not in Africa, where about 85 per cent of New Apostolic Christians live. Since 2015, however, Sunday School has been a top priority for the Church in Africa. And how are things going?

April 28, 2018

Africa

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Every goodbye is a new beginning

When one leaves another one comes. Such is life. District Apostle Urs Hebeisen from the Philippines will be retiring this year in November. This involves a number of organisational changes.

April 27, 2018

Acts of blessing

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Accepting the challenge

As a believer among unbelievers, without advance laurels, sometimes at a disadvantage, but victorious in the end … The history of Caleb in the desert is a fitting image for the deliverance of Christians, Chief Apostle Schneider says.

April 25, 2018

America

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Taking one’s belief beyond church walls

There are number of ways one can live one’s beliefs. This is something that is not necessarily restricted to the official setting of the church. Here are some examples where sisters and brothers took the initiative.

April 20, 2018

Concept of salvation for the departed

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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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Music offers glimmers of hope

Music can help us heal: this was the focus of a joint project in a children’s home north of the Arctic Circle. The participants came from Germany, Austria, Great Britain, and Greenland.

May 14, 2024

Good Friday Easter

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world.today

Christians by profession

At home around the world: what an old harmonium can tell you…

On the stage and in the studio—diversity sets the tone

At home around the world: youth at work on the IYC 2019

Angklung choir makes peace and love resound

Changes in the circle of the Apostles (1/2018)

Contributing to a collective solution

For the love of life and the joy of faith

Twelve petitions that God hears

Cuba, an incredible country

When the Church goes to school

Four steps that lead to freedom

God, man, and love

A presentation, a meal, and a celebration

Spotlight 09/2018: Leave it to God, as Paul did

Where divine services became a motion picture

Pentecost in D.C. – continue steadfastly

Veritable globetrotters

From deepest depths to greatest heights: the comfort of Ascension

The day that changed my life

Small and big celebrations around the world

Pentecost, when people understand each other

When teachers dangle from the ceiling

Every goodbye is a new beginning

Accepting the challenge

Taking one’s belief beyond church walls

don't miss

On land, on water, and in the air

One love, one faith: New Apostolic in Jamaica

Living one’s faith in the land of fire and ice

Music offers glimmers of hope