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At home around the world: sacristy, conference centre, and hotel

The places where ministers sanctify themselves, have discussions, and engage in training can be very different. And it is definitely not always on a Sunday that they get together.

May 12, 2017

Africa America

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Grieving
• Investiture
• Ministry
• Pastoral care

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The centenary of the communion wafer: a visit to the bakery

Successful recipes are a trade secret—normally. But this is not the case when it comes to the products of the New Apostolic wafer bakery, which are distributed around the world by the billions. Here is a look behind the scenes.

May 11, 2017

Congregation

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• Doctrine 
• Holy Communion
• Sacraments

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Greater than anything we can imagine

Even in times of care and suffering, there are so many good reasons to praise and glorify God. Really? And how can we show our gratitude and reverence in a practical way? Following are some tips from a divine service with the Chief Apostle.

May 10, 2017

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
• Divine service

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A life turned right side up

“I am a natural scientist and a convinced atheist—so what am I doing here? Why is it that I never miss a divine service? How does all of this fit together?”—Katja Krumm from Steinen, Southern Germany tells us about her journey to faith.

May 9, 2017

Congregation

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• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Event
• Holy Sealing
• Sacraments

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South East Asia prepares for Chief Apostle visit

When Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider sets off for the South East Asian part of the world this Wednesday, there will be some drastic changes in store for the New Apostolic District Churches in the region. The congregations have been prepared well in advance.

May 8, 2017

Apostolate

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• Asia
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Investiture
• Ministry

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The megacity of Lagos: patience has reward

Lagos is not only the largest city in Africa, but also one of the most densely populated cities of the world. No one knows exactly how many people live there, but estimates range between 18 million and 20 million—roughly. In this great confluence of diverse cultures there are seven New Apostolic congregations.

May 6, 2017

Africa Buildings

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• Congregation
• Divine service
• Local news

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A lesson on the washing of the feet: hearing and acting

The washing of the feet — “a very short story, but one with such rich content,” says Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider before going on to add, “Let us understand this lesson and put it into practice. The blessing will be great!”

May 4, 2017

Africa

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

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Seeking the last soul?

Whatever happened to the “last soul”? Why do we not hear about this concept any more? Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider gives three good reasons. And these have a lot to do with our perspective on the return of Christ.

May 3, 2017

Chief Apostle

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• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Holy Sealing
• Sacraments

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One for all, all for one

A few good ideas, a bit of money, and a hands-on approach—and before long things start rolling: for the individual, for everybody. And sometimes things go a lot quicker and better than hoped for.

April 28, 2017

Africa

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• Ascension Day
• Charity work
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Europe
• Event
• Music
• Social commitment
• Youth

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A journey through the liturgical year

The liturgical year is an annual cycle of feasts that focus on Christmas and Easter. The New Apostolic Church also follows the liturgical year. What is this exactly?

April 26, 2017

Advent

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• Africa
• America
• Ascension Day
• Asia
• Christmas
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Good Friday
• Grieving
• History 
• Holy Communion
• New Year
• Palm Sunday
• Pastoral care
• Pentecost
• Sacraments
• Thanksgiving Day

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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.

April 25, 2017

Africa

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• Asia
• Australia / Pacific
• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• Doctrine 
• Good Friday
• Holy Communion
• Investiture
• Ministry
• Sacraments

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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.

April 21, 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.

April 20, 2017

Bible study

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• Congregation
• Divine service
• Youth

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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?

April 13, 2017

Anniversary

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Good Friday
• History 
• Holy Communion
• Sacraments

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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.

April 12, 2017

Acts of blessing

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• Baptism 
• Chief Apostle
• Confirmation
• Congregation
• Denominations
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Easter
• Europe
• History 
• Holy Communion
• Sacraments

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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.

April 8, 2017

Annual motto

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• Asia
• 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.

April 7, 2017

America Australia / Pacific

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• Denominations
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Grieving
• Music
• Pastoral care
• Society

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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.

April 6, 2017

Africa

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• Asia
• Congregation
• Divine service

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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.

April 3, 2017

Apostolate

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• Baptism 
• Chief Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• Holy Communion
• Sacraments

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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:

March 31, 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.

March 28, 2017

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Grieving
• Pastoral care

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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.

March 27, 2017

Africa America

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Europe
• History 
• Music

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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?

March 25, 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 …

March 23, 2017

America

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• Chief Apostle
• Divine service
• Doctrine 
• History 
• Holy Communion
• Sacraments

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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.

March 21, 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.

March 17, 2017

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
• Congregation
• District Apostle
• Divine service
• Media
• Music
• Social commitment

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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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• 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.

April 4, 2025

District Apostle Congregation

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• America
• Event

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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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• Congregation
• Europe

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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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• District Apostle
• Doctrine 
• Sacraments
• Holy Communion
• Concept of salvation for the departed
• Divine service
• Congregation
• Youth
• Pastoral care
• Europe
• Music

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