As a minister he has retired. But retired or not, our annual motto makes no difference here. Thoughts from District Apostle Helper Frank Dzur (Canada).

Many believe that the return of Christ is a single event. The truth is: there are two distinctive stages to His return. And each one changes everything we know about heaven and earth. 

When a mission becomes a brand and faith becomes a success story, you lose sight of the cross. But Jesus reminds us in an unnerving kind of way that love is not measured by how many people have been exposed to it, but by true discipleship.

A quiet but clear call: faith shines on—beyond life. With this idea, the song “Sei ein Licht in der Welt” (Be a light in the world) by Julia Meier sets the mood for the service for the departed.

They have been there for 75 years. In fact, thanks to its anniversary, the congregation of Sinzig in Germany has made it into the Church’s international news. Our picture of the month and the story behind it.

What kind of subjects are addressed in a divine service for ministers? Well, here it was about 250 kilos of silver—but differently than one might think. The sermon was not a presentation about positive financial results but took a close look at faithfulness. For anyone wishing to hear it: it’s encouraging.

District Apostle Mark Woll (Canada) cared for congregations on several continents—and he shaped generations. On the occasion of the District Apostle’s retirement, the Chief Apostle said thank you on behalf of the Church. 

An Apostle in prison! And young people went with him. Their mission: pastoral care. The following story from Equatorial Guinea shows how a change of heart can transform someone’s life.