Only those who really put their mind to it will win a race. And only those who really want to be saved will find salvation through Jesus Christ. As in the field of sports, there are rules to be followed on the way to salvation. The Chief Apostle examined this in a recent divine service.

Walking through the streets to make people aware of our church, playing games, or pestering the Apostle with questions—the activities offered at youth events vary. But there is one thing that is common to all of them: the young people all attend a divine service together.

Christianity recognises three kinds of manna: natural bread, bread from heaven, and the bread we all partake of. What they have in common is the way we express our gratitude for them. And this has very little to do with words.

“Almighty God, how wondrous are Your works” goes the song. But what exactly are the works of God? ‌The Sunday services in the month of October will explore this question. Here is a small spoiler: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit share the work.

God speaks to us and works for our salvation. And our mission is to listen to Him, do His will, and proclaim His gospel—tirelessly, even in times of doubt and opposition.

Faith unites around nine million members of the New Apostolic Church around the world. Many of them who do not have Internet access look forward to receiving a printed copy of the quarterly Church magazine. The latest issue is now on its way to our brothers and sisters.

Poverty is particularly painful in the cold season. Those who can, make themselves comfortable at home. For those who do not have a home, a warm meal and some friendly conversation can be a ray of hope, for example in a church-cum-soup-kitchen.

Many youth events and children’s services over the past few weeks focused on our annual motto. Through play or in workshops, the young generation all over the world is learning that prayer works.

Before the divine service started, there was a spontaneous vocal number. The American, German, and Australian youth who had travelled to the Pan-American Youth Summit in St. Catherines, Ontario in Canada could hardly wait for the service to begin.

Some congregations in Bolivia are located at altitudes of over 4,000 metres. Hardly any other country is so close to heaven. It is a country that captivates with its geographical diversity. And the members of the Church are as diverse as the country itself.

Shortly before the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September, we are going to have a closer look at the meaning of peace. So that the day is more than just an opportunity for reflection, District Apostle Helper Helge Mutschler has written down a few thoughts on how we can all become peacemakers.

Members of various congregations in Africa, Europe, and South America had reason to celebrate in recent weeks. They marked the occasions with music, a play, or a ferry crossing to an island.

In the Bible text the Chief Apostle used, Jesus Christ confirms His return to the church, and the believers confirm that they believe in it and are preparing for it. In a recent service, the Chief Apostle explained what this means.

“The District Apostle has confidence in you and I have confidence in you,” Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider said to the latest member of the international Church leadership.

After 48 years in ministry and six years as a District Apostle, Jürg Zbinden will retire next Sunday. He enjoyed being there for his brothers and sisters and will continue to be active on the foundation board of the NAK-Humanitas aid organisation.

Everyone is welcome, whether sick or healthy, young or old: the doors of our church are wide open. Shaping the church is something that can be done together. Here are examples from the New Apostolic world.

‌Being a minister in Guyana is challenging because you have to be so many things all at the same time. Not only a preacher and a counsellor, but also a teacher and a builder and you have to know your way around boats. The congregations in Wakapau and Akawini in Guyana, on the northern coast of South America, built their own churches.

“This divine service is a service for our congregation,” the Chief Apostle said. “Your congregation and my congregation. The subject is love among us, among New Apostolic Christians.”