People who feel afraid and ashamed tend to want to hide. However, God calls them back to life. Those who heed this call experience care, peace, and a new sense of dignity.

With less than six weeks to go until the 2026 Pentecost celebrations, excitement is building and preparations are entering an intense phase.

When fear clouds our thinking, poor decisions can suddenly seem reasonable. District Apostle Joseph Opemba Ekhuya from Kenya in East Africa illustrates why trust is a far better guide than panic. 

It is now up to him to make the right decisions: Herman Ernst, the new District Apostle of South America. The Chief Apostle explained how this is done during the appointment.

Caring, humble, and wise … This is how the Chief Apostle characterised the retiring District Apostle Enrique Eduardo Minio from South America.

Fear is a natural part of life. Yet when we place our trust in God, it brings a deep sense of security, dispels fear, and fills us with confidence. God is present, both in the storms of life and in moments of stillness, says District Apostle Michael Ehrich from Germany. 

God calls human beings despite their limitations. “Do not lose heart, but trust in the Lord,” advises District Apostle Helper Herman Ernst from South America, for God’s calling is stronger than fear. 

Today, we honour Norberto Rubén Batista, who would have turned 75 on 12 March. Loved across South America, he left a lasting mark despite serving only two years as District Apostle.

In times of war, doubt, and despondency, it becomes clear that those who trust in God will not be disappointed. For District Apostle Helper João Misselo from Angola, faith writes the stronger story. 

There were daunting obstacles: first the Jordan, then Jericho with its seemingly insurmountable walls. Nevertheless, Joshua pressed forward. Trust, obedience and perseverance were his secret, as District Apostle Enrique Minio from South America explains.  

Despite trials, temptations, and spiritual captivity, God remains faithful. District Apostle Tshitshi Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of the Congo encourages us to hold fast to this truth. 

All around the globe, our 2025 motto has unfolded its potential: inspiring commitment, love in action, fellowship, and a living faith. Here is a look back.

Lively, diverse, and reflecting local traditions: that is how the congregations of the New Apostolic Church can be described. The photos of the year on nac.today testify to this. 

Three new District Apostles in the same year? Nothing like that has happened in quite a while. More on this and other things that occurred on the international leadership level during the year 2025. 

What do the faithful need from their District Apostle? The Chief Apostle answered this question when he appointed David Heynes as the new District Apostle for Northern and Eastern Germany.

Faithful, hard-working, selfless: this is the testimony given to District Apostle Rüdiger Krause (Northern and Eastern Germany) by the Chief Apostle. Here is the video of his retirement.

Between north German clarity and quiet warmth, Rüdiger Krause developed a style all his own for reaching people. This Sunday he will retire as District Apostle of around twenty countries. 

Those who take an interest in the gospel discover the love of Jesus, which carries us through all challenges. If we follow Him, His love will free us from fear and unite us.