at home around the world. washing the neighbour’s feet … how we can help in our congregations is something that young brothers and sisters in australia worked on. nac.today also provides information on a selection of publications available from the district churches and reports about the death of apostle mwale. 24 07 2015

johann r. kitching jr.: a champion with vision. “unity in diversity” was one of his big topics. and this is reflected in the legacy that he left the new apostolic church, the result of decades of dedicated work: he formulated the international church’s vision and mission statements. today, district apostle kitching would have turned 65 years of age. 23 07 2015

a milestone in church history. today, 180 years ago to the day, the catholic apostolic congregations in london solemnly appointed their apostles—the birth of the apostolate of the modern era. but the further history developed a little differently than expected. 14 07 2015

the catechism: a universal book of faith. the “new” version of the catechism in questions and answers is just about to be launched. the content is the same as the long version, although divided up into questions and answers. time to take stock and see how the catechism has been received and understood. 07 07 2015

at home around the world. there are many ways of telling people about jesus christ, of proclaiming his gospel, and acquainting them with the new apostolic church. what is important here as with everything else is that we keep in mind the various countries and their cultures. 03 07 2015

two sets of principles that lead to spiritual growth. becoming more and more like jesus—that is the goal of our faith. but how do we measure the degree of our spiritual maturity? by the extent that we keep the commandments and do good works? chief apostle jean-luc schneider mentions two completely different standards. 30 06 2015

a heavyweight in terms of faith. a man with a clear profile … not only his imposing appearance, his voice, and his poise contributed to his striking personality, but most of all his heart’s attitude. district apostle klaus of southern germany would have been 75 years of age today. 03 06 2015

the holy spirit leads us to god. pentecost 2015 was a very encouraging divine service … have confidence and trust in the power of the holy spirit. he is the way that leads to god. this was the key message of chief apostle jean-luc schneider. to conclude our pentecost coverage we will take another look at the divine service. 01 06 2015

“let us trust in the power of the holy spirit”. “pentecost is a feast of joy celebrating the presence and activity of the holy spirit in the church of christ.” this was the message that chief apostle jean-luc schneider conveyed during the central pentecost service in lusaka in zambia. he called on the faithful to, “trust in the power of the holy spirit.” 24 05 2015

“this is my agenda for africa”. an apostle meeting such as this has never occurred before in the new apostolic church. this is not only due to the fact that nearly all the apostles of africa have assembled in one place. on this occasion, chief apostle jean-luc schneider also set some goals for the development of the church on this continent. 23 05 2015

a new era in east africa. his profession is land surveyor. as leading pastor and shepherd of the new apostolic church east africa, joseph opemba ekhuya now has a large field of activity to see to. last weekend he was ordained as district apostle for the region. but there were more ministerial gifts for the region. 24 04 2015

the pain of loss: “doesn’t praying help?”. having to take leave of a loved one is very painful. when death is preceded by a long and serious illness, then grief is compounded by the gnawing and painful question: why didn’t our prayers help? chief apostle jean-luc schneider responded to this question in the memorial service for apostle xavier arèse. 22 04 2015

“typically new apostolic”—the legacy of apostle schwarz. like no one else, he influenced the development of a movement that eventually became the new apostolic church. not only because he played a central role in our church's history, but also because he had a defining impact on a christian denomination that was still in its infancy at the time: apostle friedrich wilhelm schwarz was born 200 years ago today. 11 04 2015

“the lord is risen indeed!”. the passiontide, with the death of the lord on good friday, ends magnificently in the resurrection of the lord. this is the fundamental belief of all christians. but why is this day of the resurrection so important for us? 04 04 2015

making music, preaching, and training—with joy. what moves through the heart of the longest-serving apostle as he looks back over his life—more than half of which he spent in this ministry—just before his retirement? what does he remember when he thinks back on his musical activities and his active missionary work? answers from an interview with apostle rudolf kainz. 11 03 2015

with naaman on the road to healing. have you fallen ill? have you stumbled upon the wrong person in your search for healing? has the one who can help you asked something unexpected of you? chief apostle jean-luc schneider breaks down a biblical account that has a great deal to tell us in the here and now. 06 03 2015

a pathfinder on the way back to jesus. after 34 years in ministry, the longest serving apostle currently in ministry will take his retirement: rudolf kainz—a man of humbleness as well as clear words, filled with vision and initiative, but above all, well-practised in the love of jesus—will be discharged from active ministry on 15 march in schaffhausen. 04 03 2015

“a decision with long-term goals in mind”. the new apostolic church in angola is growing. it was time to take another step. since last sunday, the country has its own district apostle helper: joão uanuque misselo. 25 02 2015