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The centenary of the communion wafer – Boosting productivity

Once the decision was made the problems started in earnest: how will the wine get on the wafers? The long road from handmade applicators and waffle irons to fully automated production facilities.

25 04 2017

Africa Asia

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• Chief Apostle
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• Doctrine 
• Good Friday
• Holy Communion
• Investiture
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From the inside out

Charity begins at home and should not stop inside our own Church. This is an approach that many congregations across the globe practice.

21 04 2017

Africa

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• Charity work
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Europe
• Media
• Pastoral care

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Mandatum novum do vobis: A new commandment I give to you

“It took ages,” says Michael. He is one of a group of youth, who re-enacted the washing of the feet on Maundy Thursday. “I thought it would go a lot faster.” We can draw lessons from this all the more.

20 04 2017

Bible study

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The communion wafer celebrates its centenary

Three drops are celebrating their centenary. On Good Friday 1917, the Chief Apostle officially celebrated his first divine service without sharing the cup. Instead he dispensed communion wafers. What is normal today had become an absolute necessity at the time. Why?

13 04 2017

Anniversary

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• Doctrine 
• Good Friday
• History 
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An influential mediator

While in Germany to celebrate Easter this coming weekend, the Chief Apostle will come across traces of a fellow Frenchman: a man from Strasbourg who drafted an ordinance in Marburg (Germany) that is being observed all over the world in these weeks.

12 04 2017

Acts of blessing

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• Chief Apostle
• Confirmation
• Congregation
• Denominations
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Europe
• History 
• Holy Communion
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Flying to church on three wheels

When Froilan Caderao drives to church he does so on three wheels—not because he is so fast or because his vehicle does not have more wheels. His passengers love it.

08 04 2017

Annual motto Asia

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• Congregation
• Divine service

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Musicians reap resounding silence

Invoking the help of God even if terror and conflicts do not disappear entirely. Helping and supporting even if hunger cannot be eradicated. Making music even if the audience does not go wild … Following is a look into some of our New Apostolic congregations.

07 04 2017

America

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• Grieving
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• Pastoral care
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Kyrgyzstan—vast and unspoilt

Kyrgyzstan is vast and proud and situated in Central Asia. For many years, Bishop Udo Knispel has been active there. It is not easy to work there, he says in an interview with nac.today.

06 04 2017

Africa

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• Asia
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Not the only way, but the sure way

Forgiveness of sins without Apostles — is that even possible? But of course, as the Chief Apostle clarifies in a treatise currently appearing in the magazines of the Church. However, the ministry does impart certainty to the believer.

03 04 2017

Apostolate

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• Chief Apostle
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• Doctrine 
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At home around the world: three donations — taking on responsibility three times

The gospel is not just about going to church and singing pious hymns. Spreading the glad tidings also includes taking on responsibility for people in need. Here are three projects we would like to showcase:

31 03 2017

Africa

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• Charity work
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Social commitment

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Three times a District Apostle: at work in the heart of Africa

They are considered the New Apostolic heart of Africa: Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. It was on this date 100 years ago that one of the region's founding fathers was born: District Apostle Fernandes. But which one? After all, there are no less than three of them.

28 03 2017

Africa

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• Grieving
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A packed agenda in the “City of Good Air”

A city that was founded twice, and a region that was once the focal point of a struggle for independence: these are the two travel destinations on Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider's upcoming trip to Argentina.

27 03 2017

Africa

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From outcast to saviour

This encounter is full of dynamite: stereotypes, pride, and xenophobia. And yet the protagonists in this scene managed to come together in record time without mediators and disputes. It worked two thousand years ago. What about today?

25 03 2017

Divine service

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The long road to truth and reconciliation

Canada is celebrating its 150th birthday this year. Sufficient reason for Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider to address the issue of peace and reconciliation with the country’s indigenous peoples. A look at a special gathering …

23 03 2017

America

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• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• History 
• Holy Communion
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Spotlight 6/2017: Keeping an eye on the time

Glorifying God—there is enough time for this in the new creation, or not? A peculiarity in the New King James Bible caused District Apostle Urs Hebeisen of the Philippines to reflect.

21 03 2017

Annual motto

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• Asia
• District Apostle

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Altar decorations used for a good cause

A proverb says that many cooks spoil the broth. Good networking proves the contrary. This week, nac.today presents a successful new project, an unusual idea, and a countdown.

17 03 2017

Africa

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• Media
• Music
• Social commitment

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Bengaluru Central: unity in diversity

Bengaluru Central, a congregation in the south of India, is as dynamic and diverse as the megacity itself. In addition to local members, the congregation often welcomes visitors from abroad.

14 03 2017

Africa Buildings

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• Divine service
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• Easter
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Divine service for the departed at the Equator

The Equator cuts right through the Indonesian island of Borneo. And situated directly on this imaginary line—where there is little seasonal variation in the climate, incidentally—is the New Apostolic congregation of Pontianak.

10 03 2017

Concept of salvation for the departed

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Plain talk – What are you going to choose?

Is a Christian allowed to be uncompromising? Yes, says the Chief Apostle. In fact, sometimes he has to be! Following are concrete examples from a divine service, which gives insight into a somewhat different world.

09 03 2017

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
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• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Holy Sealing
• Sacraments

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Vast fields, First Nations, Cree, and Iroquois – welcome to Canada!

There is a good chance that the seeds for the mustard we spread on our hot dogs come from the province of Saskatchewan. On 12 March 2017 the international leader of the New Apostolic Church will visit this Canadian Prairie province.

08 03 2017

Africa

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• District Apostle
• Divine service
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On the road to a new understanding

Together they were strong. But conflicts and a resulting dispute led to a split: Chief Apostle Hermann Niehaus and Apostle Carl August Brückner, who was born 145 years ago today.

07 03 2017

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• History 

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Spotlight 5/2017: Honour to whom honour is due

Paying reverence and honour is a fine thing, but it also involves risks. District Apostle Rüdiger Krause from Germany has a clear answer to the question: “Who deserves honour?””

06 03 2017

Annual motto Congregation

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• Divine service
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Founders, fathers, pioneers

They established the Church, often under enormous difficulties. And we have not forgotten the founders, fathers, and pioneers of the New Apostolic congregations around the globe. A selection of news items that remind us of bygone times.

03 03 2017

Africa

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Reflection and preparation: on our way to Easter

Easter is not only a date in the calendar. Easter is the culmination and the final destination of a path consisting of many stages. And the starting point is today.

01 03 2017

Anniversary

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• Easter
• Good Friday
• Grieving
• History 
• Palm Sunday
• Pastoral care

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Salvation, the jackpot in heaven

A good product that costs nothing? Unthinkable in a free market economy. But this is exactly what God offers: His salvation. It cannot be bought, it is a gift. This is what the New Apostolic services in March will be about.

28 02 2017

Concept of salvation for the departed

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Megacity São Paulo: the engine that drives the country

A population of twelve million in the city proper, and twenty million in the metropolitan area: São Paulo is the largest city in South America. And how do New Apostolic Christians live there?

27 02 2017

America

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God’s dwelling place today

Whether under mango trees or in a large church, God dwells among the people. He lives in their hearts and in His congregation. The Chief Apostle recently gave a tour of this dwelling place.

12 03 2025

Chief Apostle Divine service

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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.

08 05 2025

District Apostle Congregation

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• Local news
• Africa

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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.

04 04 2025

District Apostle Congregation

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• America
• Event

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