Lagos is not only the largest city in Africa, but also one of the most densely populated cities of the world. No one knows exactly how many people live there, but estimates range between 18 million and 20 million—roughly. In this great confluence of diverse cultures there are seven New Apostolic congregations. Photo: NAK Süddeutschland […]

The washing of the feet — “a very short story, but one with such rich content,” says Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider before going on to add, “Let us understand this lesson and put it into practice. The blessing will be great!” “Jesus answered and said to him, ‘What I am doing you do not understand […]

A few good ideas, a bit of money, and a hands-on approach—and before long things start rolling: for the individual, for everybody. And sometimes things go a lot quicker and better than hoped for. Wishes and ideas for the International Youth Convention 2019 (IYC) Photo: IJT 2019 Wishes and ideas for the International Youth Convention […]

The liturgical year is an annual cycle of feasts that focus on Christmas and Easter. The New Apostolic Church also follows the liturgical year. What is this exactly? Imagine fifty-two Sunday services a year without any guiding principles that link them. Is it not better to focus on the biblical events that form the basis […]

Once the decision was made the problems started in earnest: how will the wine get on the wafers? The long road from handmade applicators and waffle irons to fully automated production facilities. 1919: The first stippler Photo: Bischoff Verlag 1931: Helene Herterich, the first manager of the Church-owned communion bakery Photo: Zentralarchiv NAR NRW Baking […]

Charity begins at home and should not stop inside our own Church. This is an approach that many congregations across the globe practice. Finding the right balance Photo: NAC Southern Africa Finding the right balance Photo: NAC Southern Africa Finding the right balance Photo: NAC Southern Africa New “Vision” is online Photo: NAC USA New […]

Kyrgyzstan is vast and proud and situated in Central Asia. For many years, Bishop Udo Knispel has been active there. It is not easy to work there, he says in an interview with nac.today. Our church in Bishkek … Photo: NAK Berlin-Brandenburg … offers seating for thirty people. Photo: NAK Berlin-Brandenburg Our church in Kara-Balta […]

The gospel is not just about going to church and singing pious hymns. Spreading the glad tidings also includes taking on responsibility for people in need. Here are three projects we would like to showcase: School for Gambia Photo: NAK Hessen/Rheinland-Pfalz/Saarland Cars for nursing Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Cars for nursing Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Aid for […]

They are considered the New Apostolic heart of Africa: Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. It was on this date 100 years ago that one of the region’s founding fathers was born: District Apostle Fernandes. But which one? After all, there are no less than three of them. Andrew Fernandes (1917-1989) Photo: Bischoff Verlag Archiv Hubert H. […]

A city that was founded twice, and a region that was once the focal point of a struggle for independence: these are the two travel destinations on Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider’s upcoming trip to Argentina. “Ciudad de Trinidad”—such was the name of the city on the Río de la Plata when it was established by […]

A proverb says that many cooks spoil the broth. Good networking proves the contrary. This week, nac.today presents a successful new project, an unusual idea, and a countdown. A new project – A terrific magazine for West Africa Photo: NAK Süddeutschland A new project – A terrific magazine for West Africa Photo: NAK Süddeutschland A […]

Bengaluru Central, a congregation in the south of India, is as dynamic and diverse as the megacity itself. In addition to local members, the congregation often welcomes visitors from abroad. The church Bengaluru Central is situated close … Photo: NAC India … to the center of the megacity Bengaluru. Photo: NAC India The congregation is […]

Is a Christian allowed to be uncompromising? Yes, says the Chief Apostle. In fact, sometimes he has to be! Following are concrete examples from a divine service, which gives insight into a somewhat different world. Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC […]

There is a good chance that the seeds for the mustard we spread on our hot dogs come from the province of Saskatchewan. On 12 March 2017 the international leader of the New Apostolic Church will visit this Canadian Prairie province. Saskatchewan: it sounds like adventure and incomparable natural beauty. Magnificent landscapes, forests, and roughly […]

Together they were strong. But conflicts and a resulting dispute led to a split: Chief Apostle Hermann Niehaus and Apostle Carl August Brückner, who was born 145 years ago today. In the circle of the Apostles: Chief Apostle Niehaus (center) with Apostle Brückner (left beside) Photo: NAC International Apostle Carl August Brückner Photo: NAC International […]

They established the Church, often under enormous difficulties. And we have not forgotten the founders, fathers, and pioneers of the New Apostolic congregations around the globe. A selection of news items that remind us of bygone times. Photo: ENA RD Congo Photo: ENA RD Congo Photo: ENA RD Congo Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana […]

Here there is excitement over a special guest, there someone has to take leave of a loved one or has lost all his belongings in a flood. News from around the world—between joy and sorrow. Photo: NAC Mpumalanga Photo: NAC Mpumalanga Photo: NAC Mpumalanga Photo: NAC Mpumalanga Photo: NAC Namibia Photo: NAC Namibia Photo: NAC […]

“My life was quite simple: everything was exciting,” says André Miku Mpeti, a retired Priest. Born in the Congo, he came to Belgium as a young man and has now been living in Iceland for many years. Priest (ret.) André Miku Mpeti has been living in Reykjavik for many years Photo: Nicole Prestle Thakgil, a […]