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Not an elite group, but volunteers

“If God is with me, why are all these things happening to me? Where are all these miracles that our fathers are always telling us about?” These questions were asked in the past and are still being asked today. Answers from a divine service by the Chief Apostle. Photo: Frank Schuldt Photo: Frank Schuldt Photo: […]

February 20, 2019
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A 19,000-kilometre detour

Areas of responsibility, language barriers, and distances … faith and fellowship are capable of breaking down all these barriers. Here are some examples—like the story about a call for help from a hospital. Portuguese services in Luxembourg Photo: NAK Luxemburg The French-speaking youth prepare for the IYC Photo: ENA France The French-speaking youth prepare for […]

February 15, 2019
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Let’s follow Mary’s example

Mary, the mother of Jesus, was an extraordinary woman. To this day, she is considered to be the symbol of a church enlivened by faith. Like her, the church must make faith shine brightly. Thoughts from a divine service by Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider. Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern […]

January 29, 2019
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IYC: the emphasis is on the “I”, and quite a challenge

The International Youth Convention 2019 is truly meant to be international: not only through presentations by the worldwide District Churches but also by the many young visitors from as many countries as possible. That’s quite a challenge. Photo: IJT2019 GgmbH Photo: IJT2019 GgmbH Photo: IJT2019 GgmbH Photo: IJT2019 GgmbH The majority of the New Apostolic […]

January 22, 2019
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Our annual motto artfully designed

“Draw the motto ‘Rich in Christ’!” This is a challenge that graphic designers across the world have taken up. nac.today shows some of the first illustrations and drawings. The gold ring from South-East Asia Photo: NAC Southeastasia The Brazilian treasure chest Photo: INA Brasil The Canadian twin Photo: NAC Canada The Canadian twin Photo: NAC […]

January 21, 2019
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New year, new ideas – How 2019 started around the world

Cancelled services because of heavy snowfall, Sunday School with recorder and trombone ensembles, and an annual programme of learning and praying. These are some of the different ways New Apostolic congregations across the world launched into the new year. Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa […]

January 18, 2019
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IYC preparations are in full swing

In just a little over five months from now the exhibition grounds in Düsseldorf will throw open their doors for the International Youth Convention 2019. What has been planned? Who is invited? Here is an overview. Just recently, the IYC app was redesigned. Version 1.3 of the app is available for free download for iOS […]

January 15, 2019
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Changes in the circle of the Apostles (2/2018)

Nine Apostles were ordained by Chief Apostle Schneider in the second half of last year. He also appointed two new District Apostles. One Apostle passed away, seven Apostles and two District Apostles retired, and one Apostle was dismissed. Apostle Kalenga Roger Kabengele Photo: ENA DR Congo Apostle André Mutanga Sukadi, Merlin Wamba Basolo, Kayembe Muteba […]

January 8, 2019
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People who have touched our lives in 2018

Praising God with a velvet voice, loving God against all odds, and doing volunteer work abroad with no thought of self. This is how Manilo, Mannki, and Angela live their faith, each in his or her own unique way. Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Mankee Nag has learned […]

December 28, 2018
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Worthwhile investments

It is more blessed to give than to receive, the Bible tells us—something many practise. A look across the continents shows that many people give gladly of what they have, be it gifts and talents, time, or money. And it always creates joy and gratitude. South-East Asia: Joy to the neighbours Photo: NAC Hong Kong […]

December 21, 2018
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The numbers behind charity

About four million euros went to one hundred projects in 24 countries: this what the 2017 annual report of NAK-karitativ states. The report was published recently and describes some of the fates behind the figures. Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ […]

December 10, 2018
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Remembrance Day ceremony in London

A dual pastoral care commitment: in the congregation and for war veterans. Craig Esterhuizen has dedicated himself to help in word and deed. On the recent centenary marking the end of World War One he received additional support. Photo: NAC UK Photo: Andrew Bergman On 11 November 1918 the guns fell silent and World War […]

December 7, 2018
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A musical canvas to celebrate cultural diversity

A canvas in brilliant tone colours. This is what the regional church is working on which Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider will be visiting this weekend. Music is an integral part of worship in the New Apostolic Church around the globe. This is particularly apparent in southern Africa. The online shop of the New Apostolic Church […]

December 6, 2018
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Helping and serving our neighbours

Anyone who is passionately mad about helping others stands out in today’s selfish and capitalistic world. This week we take a look at some of the volunteer work going on around the world and a job opportunity. Photo: Chinedu Ndimele Photo: Chinedu Ndimele Photo: Chinedu Ndimele Photo: Chinedu Ndimele Photo: Chinedu Ndimele Photo: Chinedu Ndimele […]

November 23, 2018
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New Year’s message number five

All in all, it went well. In French, the Chief Apostle needed only one attempt to record his 2019 New Year’s message. However, not everything went that smoothly. A look behind the scenes. Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: […]

November 22, 2018
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Dedication to a cause

He gave up his corporate career to dedicate himself to active charity: Wolfgang Oehler (66), a District Elder from Stuttgart (Germany), took the plunge. What moved him to do this and what he is doing now … District Elder Oehler (first from the right) with children and teachers in a newly dedicated school in Mahera […]

November 19, 2018