The post-Pentecost season is here. This year, it brings us a new chapter in the coronavirus diary: in many countries, divine services are becoming possible again in the local congregations, at least gradually. Following is an overview of the Divine Service Guide for the month of June. Perhaps not everywhere, but in many countries, it […]

When people do renovations, they are usually planning something special. And that is precisely what is happening right now in the middle of Germany. After all, Pentecost will already come on Easter this year. And the Chief Apostle will visit every interested party at home—online. It is actually a lobby, but now it is to […]

A congregation without walls and borders—this is how hundreds of thousands of New Apostolic families experienced the past Sunday. Even though the doors to our churches were locked, the Church itself was more open than ever before. Photo: NAC South East Asia Photo: NAC South East Asia Photo: NAC South East Asia Photo: ENA RDC […]

At almost 150 years of age, the New Apostolic church building in the heart of London was already getting on in years. Now that it has undergone some extensive renovations, it is shining like new again! Photo: Archiv Photo: Archiv Photo: NAC London Central Photo: NAC London Central Photo: NAC London Central Photo: NAC London […]

A true protector who engaged his gifts with all his might for the sole mission of “perfection and completion”: that was District Apostle Arno Steinweg. On 28 February, he would have celebrated his 100th birthday. A portrait… Three scenes that blend together into a single image: “Preserve that which is entrusted to you and never […]

Retired Shepherd Christoph Müller has a very special perspective on the celebration of Holy Communion. This is because many of the chalices containing the wafers originate from the workshop of the master metalworker. Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Anyone who […]

Professing our faith—many of us look for suitable opportunities to do this in daily life. Some of our brothers and sisters have found an unusual method. Photo: Jennifer Jendral Photo: Neuapostolische Kirche International Photo: Neuapostolische Kirche International Photo: Jennifer Jendral Photo: Neuapostolische Kirche International Photo: Neuapostolische Kirche International Photo: Jennifer Jendral Photo: Neuapostolische Kirche International […]

Is work a curse? On the contrary, it is a divine characteristic in man. What’s more, it also allows divine gifts to grow and prosper. What environmental protection, salvation, and congregational life have to do with each other. Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens […]

Christian fellowship strengthens—both when we profess our faith in Christ and when disaster strikes. Three recent examples demonstrate this. Photo: @pnagovph/Facebook Photo: Peter Harder Photo: Peter Harder Photo: NAK Westdeutschland Damage is worse than expected A series of earthquakes has disrupted the lives of more than 250,000 people on the Philippine island of Mindanao. Earthquakes […]

As an individual one may often not be able to do a whole lot, but as part of a larger group or community, there is a great deal that can be done. If many pitch in and provide concrete help, dreams can sometimes be made to come true. Photo: NAK-karitiav Photo: NAK-karitiav Photo: NAK-karitiav Photo: […]

From portraits to group photos, from the concert hall to the church building: every subject has its own requirements. But there are tips and tricks for any situation in which divine service photographers may find themselves. Nearer, still nearer—beyond the centre—compress your photos: these are image composition tips that apply to nearly every photo. This […]

Building bridges—between denominations and continents, but also between this world and yonder world. This is part of the daily life of faith of New Apostolic Christians all over the world. Here are three examples. Giving joint witness Photo: NAK Österreich Giving joint witness Photo: NAK Österreich Giving joint witness Photo: NAK Österreich Visit to a […]

Joy, grief, reverence, warmth: many a divine service is filled with emotion—especially when something special is on the agenda. However, tender feelings can also prove sensitive—which means it is also important to use fingertip sensitivity when snapping photos. Holy, not hurried — that is the basic motto when it comes to taking photographs in divine […]

Angola is booming — and yet the gap between the poor and rich is still growing. Many people still lack the bare necessities. Some, however, are finding new prospects in a project organised by two New Apostolic relief organisations. The contrast between rich and poor is obvious in Angola, especially in the cities Photo: mbrand85 […]

The Philippines is one of the five countries most frequently hit by natural disasters. This is the part of the world in which NAC SEA Relief is active, the charity of the New Apostolic Church South-East Asia. Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC […]

It takes more than a few good pots to make an excellent chef. However, the right tools are certainly useful in any creative trade. And what does a photographer need for his art? Anyone who watches experienced photographers in a divine service will notice that they hardly ever use flash devices. One of its drawbacks […]

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 […]

Doing the right thing or deciding on a new Bible edition or the right kind of fuel … Every day people have to make decisions. A look at some recent situations around the world. Doing the right thing: Love and help your neighbour Photo: NAC SEA Relief Doing the right thing : Love and help […]