The year 2022 has just begun. In many countries it is a tradition to write down wishes or resolutions for a new year. Psychologists say that wishes that have been written down are more likely to be fulfilled. Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider has expressed several wishes for his brothers and sisters across the world and […]

If I had the chance to meet Jesus, then… This is what people sometimes say, especially when they are despairing over their faith. They want to meet the author of it all. And this is possible, even today. The motto of the new year is “Together in Christ”. Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider uses this message […]

Divine services with the Chief Apostle, reports from various congregations, and a Bible story for children… community, the magazine of the New Apostolic Church, is published quarterly. On nac.today it is featured as a digital edition, and many countries print the magazine. “Together in Christ” is the motto issued by Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider for […]

“The coming Christ is the goal of our faith,” Chief Apostle Schneider says. This motivates the believer and has an impact on the relationships within our family, our congregation, as well as to our neighbour. Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC East Africa Photo: NAK Berlin-Brandenburg Photo: ENA DR Congo Quest Photo: ENA […]

Beginning the new year with God—on one’s own or with one’s family, but also in fellowship with our brothers and sisters. Christians are looking forward to it. About 150 years ago, Frances R. Havergal wrote the well-known hymn “Another year is dawning”. “Another year of mercies, of faithfulness and grace; another year of gladness before […]

Now that we’ve covered the question of what, it’s time to tackle the question of who: expanding on our understanding of the concept of ministry was also high on the Church’s list of things to do in 2021. And some initial answers have indeed been found since, along with a detailed roadmap for the rest […]

Not even the Pentecost divine service could take place as usual! For the Chief Apostle and many millions of our members, this year was yet another difficult period defined by a global pandemic. “Now thank we all our God!” Photo: Peter Johanning Praying for victims of the pandemic Photo: Keefe Setiobudi Little beams of great […]

In good years, the Chief Apostle travels to congregations all over the world. On account of the coronavirus pandemic, however, this was not possible in 2021. Most divine services therefore took place in Europe. Here is a chronology. January in Winterthur, Switzerland The motto for 2021 is “Christ, our future”. Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider explained […]

Christmas is a feast of joy and love even if numerous things can cloud this joy. For Christians, however, there is always a reason to celebrate: namely the birth of Jesus. Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ and thus refers to one of the central events in salvation history: Jesus Christ, who was conceived […]

He led the New Apostolic Church out of a crisis and brought it forward. Chief Apostle Walter Schmidt would have celebrated his 130th birthday today. Lest we forget, here is a look once more at how he managed to deal with the situation. Confirmation Photo: NAK Zentralarchiv Westdeutschland Wedding Photo: NAK Zentralarchiv Westdeutschland With Chief […]

Traditionally, we can be certain that the fourth candle on the Advent wreath is always lit after the third one. And just as certain are the YouTube services being offered by the various districts. Here are the links for this Sunday. Also on the fourth Sunday of Advent many may not be able to attend […]

Should one get vaccinated or not? There will be no official statement from the New Apostolic Church on this. Just as little as on eating meat or not, or driving combustion vehicles. The Chief Apostle explains why in his weekly circular. “As far as I am concerned, I am vaccinated,” Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider writes […]

God’s blessing, grace, and glory are so magnificent that humans have difficulty grasping it all. Thus for anyone who is willing to receive Christ, the following principle applies: “Widen your heart, widen your mind and your frame of mind.” Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa […]

Christmas is coming. The joy of anticipation is rising, but so are coronavirus cases in many countries. Some do not want to join the Advent services in their local congregation despite hygiene measures. Thank God that many can make use of the advantages that technology offers and join a live-streamed church service from home. It […]

He was born in Wetzlar, Germany, and died in Riverleigh, Australia. A widely travelled and very interesting man would have celebrated his 150th birthday these days. As one of the pioneering Apostles of the New Apostolic Church in Australia, Jakob Dietz had a great impact. Photo: Zentralarchiv NAK NRW Photo: Zentralarchiv NAK NRW Photo: Zentralarchiv […]

What exactly is the mission of the Apostles? Not only did the District Apostle Meeting discuss this question, but the Chief Apostle devoted an entire service to it. For in the answer lies the principal commission given to all believers. Photo: Yves Menzi Photo: Yves Menzi Photo: Yves Menzi Photo: Yves Menzi Photo: Yves Menzi […]

In-person or online services? In many places the pandemic decides for us. Those joining online services can decide for themselves which service to join. Important is that, where possible, we should not forgo the in-person services offered in our congregation. A wide variety of languages Watching the divine service in your mother tongue even if […]

Recently, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider engaged as a “futurologist” and brought the kingdom of peace “down from its pedestal”, as one of the assisting ministers put it, and “back into our reality”. Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange Photo: Jens Lange In the […]