Arrival, District Apostles’ Meeting, a surprise visit, musical moments marking a farewell and new beginnings—all there to view.

From the preparations and the District Apostles’ Meeting to the Pentecost concert and, finally, the highlight—the divine service. Here is everything to read and look back on.

With rhythm and infectious energy, the Young People’s Choir brought the spirit of joy to the 2026 Pentecost concert. “South African Medley” made cultural richness audible.

A special guest made an appearance at the 2026 Pentecost concert in Cape Town, South Africa: the audience. Invited to join the grand finale, spectators sang along—clearly relishing the moment. 

Have your tissues ready. The orchestra, choir, and Young People’s Choir performed a deeply touching rendition of “God be with you till we meet again”.

The orchestra, two choirs, and an impressive lineup of soloists transformed the Pentecost concert into a celebration enjoyed by tens of thousands of spectators—both on site and online. The photos from Silvertown.

Don’t be afraid of the wind and the waves, but look only to Jesus Christ. This is the advice Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider gave to his successor, Helge Mutschler—a video clip of the ordination.

With love and deep respect, the new Chief Apostle Helge Mutschler paid tribute to the work of his predecessor, Jean-Luc Schneider—the retirement in the video.

This Pentecost Sunday marks a historic day for the New Apostolic Church: Helge Mutschler was ordained as the new Chief Apostle, while Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider was eagerly looking forward to retirement.

Pentecost 2026: The Tafelsig congregation in Cape Town, South Africa, hosted this special celebration with plenty of energy, music, and joy—scenes from the divine service.

“We have a new Chief Apostle—what a blessing, what a joy.” These were the spontaneous words of Chief Apostle Schneider after the ordination of his successor.  

From Richard Fehr to Wilhelm Leber, then to Jean-Luc Schneider, and now to Helge Mutschler. The video captures the moments in which the Chief Apostles received and passed on the baton.

Love, trust, and discipleship: these are the impulses that Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider set for Pentecost from 2014 to 2025—highlights in a video.

Is Tafelsig, the congregation hosting the 2026 Pentecost service, the largest New Apostolic church in the world? The answer is not entirely straightforward, as it depends on how one counts.

He is not yet Chief Apostle. Yet at the District Apostles’ Meeting in Cape Town, he already highlighted two priorities: pastoral care as a focus and the continuation of teamwork as a method.

Not only church members around the globe are eagerly awaiting the Pentecost concert from Cape Town. Here is a quick peek. The concert on 23 May 2026, 5 p.m. (UTC+2) can be followed via livestream.

From pivotal moments in church history to musical highlights and major transitions, the Silvertown congregation has long been—and remains—a centre of New Apostolic life in South Africa. 

Hard work deserves a break. What might the District Apostles be talking about between sessions? Judging by the expressions on their faces, probably nothing too serious.