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Not only the tenth, but the whole!

Standing in front of the offertory and weighing out one last time: “How much should I put in? What will I get out of it?” And then the all-important question: are my calculations correct?

September 25, 2017

Congregation Divine service

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At odds with God—and experiencing Him nevertheless!

A deaf Priest? Is that even possible? Of course it is! Frank Jensen (50) from Wiesbaden, Germany recounts his experiences of life and faith. Today these have led him to the point where he is officially a member of not one, but three, congregations at the same time.

September 23, 2017

Acts of blessing

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And what do you need?

Taking notice of deficits, shortages, and needs, supporting our neighbour and turning to him in love—this brings edification and satisfaction.

September 22, 2017

Australia / Pacific

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Peace in Jerusalem? That sounds good!

The present-day city of Jerusalem is increasingly becoming a symbol for heated relations between peoples, traditions, and religions. Its inhabitants are constantly arguing about who has the privilege to live there in peace. A contradiction in itself!

September 20, 2017

Congregation

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With every fibre of our being

Merely believing in Jesus will not do, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider says, and explains what effects faith can and should have.

September 19, 2017

Africa

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A new chapter unfolds in Australia

Melbourne is ranked as the most livable city in the world. And this coming weekend Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider will be there to start a new chapter in the history of the Australian District Church: Peter Schulte will be ordained an Apostle and appointed as a District Apostle Helper.

September 18, 2017

Australia / Pacific Chief Apostle

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A home away from home

This is what the Eigenmanns, a family from the Vancouver congregation in Canada, have been offering New Apostolic students for the past twelve years.

September 16, 2017

Africa

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Out and about with the youth

Mindanao is the second largest island in the Philippines. At the recent Day of the Youth there, the District Apostle also said a special prayer for peace. Join us and explore the world of New Apostolic youth with us.

September 15, 2017

Africa

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The centenary of the communion wafer: a real treasure trove

What started as a single article has developed into a ten-part series. It shows how much can be gleaned from our rich Holy Communion history. In conclusion we will look at some of the interesting bits and pieces we came across as we researched the topic.

September 13, 2017

Africa

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The fall and rise of Joseph

Betrayed and sold, falsely accused and forgotten: the biblical Joseph had quite a few setbacks to deal with. But he did not become embittered and in the process experienced something that can also help people today who are being treated badly by others.

September 12, 2017

Divine service

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Five in one: encounters with Jesus

Their boldness brought them before the same judges who had already executed their Master. But this did not deter Peter and John. Why? And what does this have to do with us today?

September 11, 2017

Chief Apostle

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NAK-Humanitas is building a new children’s home

NAK-Humanitas put more than 1.2 million Swiss francs into humanitarian projects on four continents in the year 2016. In doing so, the charity is continuing to pour money and passion into a success story and following its heart.

September 9, 2017

Africa

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A drum roll for God

Glorifying God is not something that is done only on the quiet. Singing, dancing, making music together, and telling others about the gospel are other ways of praising and worshipping God. Our brothers and sisters in Africa are leading the way. Join us as we look at three events there.

September 8, 2017

Africa

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Spotlight 16/2017: God, our Father, cares for all

“That God cares about us is something that we believe; that God cares for us is something that we experience!” says District Apostle Andrew H. Andersen from Australia.

September 6, 2017

Annual motto

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A harsh sentence

They were young, far too young to die, but their lives came to a sad end. They were executed one hundred years ago. They died with a heart full of hope and longing, it says in a farewell letter.

September 5, 2017

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The uniting power of peace

Many people, many conflicts: vegetarians clash with meat eaters, people fight over differing political positions, world religions collide, and the rich oppress the poor. And what has happened to peace?

September 2, 2017

Congregation

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When distances pose a challenge …

For some the way to church is long and arduous. Not every country has good roads or a public transport system. The terrain is often rough and difficult and people have to make do with what there is.

September 1, 2017

Africa Asia

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Go!

Let’s move! Jesus urges His disciples to overcome their apathy, to move on, and begin to teach the people. This exhortation applies to the ministers, but also to every single Christian.

August 31, 2017

America

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The centenary of the communion wafer: the cup runneth over

Form is subject to content. When the wafer sprinkled with wine replaced the chalice, the communion vessels also began to slowly change.

August 30, 2017

Africa

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Deeply rooted in Christ

How can the tender plant “soul” grow and thrive? By putting down roots, absorbing nutrients, and through healthy growth. Decisive hereby is good soil. Instructions from a divine service by the Chief Apostle.

August 29, 2017

Chief Apostle

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Youth convention on a large scale

How far has the organisation of the International Youth Convention 2019 progressed? No one is better informed than Apostle Franz-Wilhelm Otten. He was already involved with the European Youth Day 2009 and is involved this time too.

August 28, 2017

Africa

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Enjoying life in a healthy way

Do we really have to give up everything now for a perfect tomorrow and relegate happiness to some distant point in time? No, we don’t have to, nor is anybody asking us to do that. There is another way. Looking for treasures with the Chief Apostle.

August 22, 2017

Chief Apostle Concept of salvation for the departed

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Megacity Moscow: rich in history and enormously lively

A gigantic country with a long history and a lot of people between hope and wealth—in terms of area, Russia is the largest country in the world. Its mighty capital is Moscow. The New Apostolic congregation there is comparatively small, but young and active.

August 21, 2017

Australia / Pacific

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Having food to eat means peace

The sun rises on this day just as it does on every other—many people enjoy breakfast, many people do not. And yet it does not take all that much to be there for other people in times of need. Today is World Humanitarian Day.

August 19, 2017

Africa

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In joy and sorrow

Good days, difficult times, and very sad news—this is something that the Apostles and their families experience too. News from the circle of the Apostles: attacks in Spain, a wedding anniversary, and two unexpected deaths.

August 18, 2017

Anniversary

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Steadfast in prayer

Divine services involve more than merely hearing the word of God, celebrating Holy Communion, and enjoying fellowship. There is something else: the communal prayer of the congregation. And this is really powerful stuff. Seven reasons why we should fold our hands together.

August 17, 2017

Chief Apostle

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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

Not only the tenth, but the whole!

At odds with God—and experiencing Him nevertheless!

And what do you need?

Peace in Jerusalem? That sounds good!

With every fibre of our being

A new chapter unfolds in Australia

A home away from home

Out and about with the youth

The centenary of the communion wafer: a real treasure trove

The fall and rise of Joseph

Five in one: encounters with Jesus

NAK-Humanitas is building a new children’s home

A drum roll for God

Spotlight 16/2017: God, our Father, cares for all

A harsh sentence

The uniting power of peace

When distances pose a challenge …

Go!

The centenary of the communion wafer: the cup runneth over

Deeply rooted in Christ

Youth convention on a large scale

Enjoying life in a healthy way

Megacity Moscow: rich in history and enormously lively

Having food to eat means peace

In joy and sorrow

Steadfast in prayer

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