Holger Hantke (70) worked as a composer in the creation of a number of sheet music collections for the New Apostolic Church. Born in Lübeck and today a resident of Hamburg, he talks about his life and what he thinks of New Apostolic music. Holger Hantke studied school and church music at the Hamburg University […]

Figuring out the correct dates of his life is a challenge. But then the pioneers of those days had more important things to do than writing down numbers for posterity. What matters is the spiritual legacy: Apostle George Henwood Mkandawire would have celebrated his 120th birthday in a few days. We are in the year […]

A friend in need is a friend indeed. This is something our brothers and sisters in El Bolsón were able to experience first-hand. And they made more than just one new friend—it was more like 120 friends all at once. Following is a story well suited to the International Day of Friendship, which is observed […]

The generosity of New Apostolic members from the District Church of Western Germany has made it possible to provide much needed relief to people in the Lebanese capital of Beirut. Now the local congregation is expressing warm thanks for the donations. Photo: Bildarchiv NAK Westdeutschland Photo: Bildarchiv NAK Westdeutschland Photo: Bildarchiv NAK Westdeutschland Photo: UN […]

The partner for eternal life… Those who build a relationship with God and foster it benefit already today: they receive inner freedom, spiritual balance, and a healthy sense of self. And building such a relationship is not really all that difficult. Photo: Mike Karcher Photo: Mike Karcher Photo: Mike Karcher Photo: Mike Karcher Photo: ENA […]

Bühl is a city in south-western Germany, close to the border with France. Even though the Chief Apostle conducted the divine service there on 6 December 2020, his sermon was intended for parts of the English-speaking world. Photo: NAK Karlsruhe Photo: NAK Karlsruhe Photo: NAK Karlsruhe Photo: NAK Karlsruhe The pandemic is calling for creative […]

When the shepherds in the field heard the good tidings of Christ’s birth, they perceived two calls: they were to have great joy and no fear! The birth of the Son of God was to bring joy to all people and make the fear of the individual recede into the background. Do we hear this […]

There is a great barrier that separates Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Although it is indeed possible to pass through its gates, visitors require a passport, and must submit to customs control. For many, however, it has become a wall of death. Bethlehem today has become a symbol of political unrest and human error. The Bible describes […]

Christmas has not been cancelled. The birth of Jesus has not been forgotten, even though many things are different this year. There is still gratitude and joy over the birth of Jesus, and this is the true celebration of Christmas. Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ and thus refers to one of the central […]

Things never stay the same for long. This applies to many areas of life, also when it comes to church. Here are three stories on learning, giving, and rethinking. Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Togo Photo: NAC Togo Photo: NAC […]

There will be more online offers during Advent and Christmas: the YouTube channels of the District Churches have the one or other treat in the pipeline. On Sunday, 6 December, District Apostle Rainer Storck (Western Germany) will conduct his yearly central divine service, which will be broadcast to many countries of his working area. The […]

“What is God like?” children sometimes ask. A justified question. Finding an answer is easier than it seems at first. Let’s ask Jesus Christ. He knows what God is like. This will be the topic in our divine services on the second Sunday of Advent. The month of December is defined by Advent and the […]

On Sunday Christians around the world will celebrate the first Sunday of Advent. A time of special lights, being together, and extraordinary emotions. Many things are different this ear. This also applies to Advent and Christmas, which Christians normally celebrate with festive music, extra activities, and special divine services focusing on the birth of Jesus […]

Life is varied. Misery and elation alternate, and the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic is making it difficult not to feel overwhelmed. But there are always hopeful little stories that encourage and point to a better future. Here is a small glimpse. Western Pacific: virtual Christmas concert Photo: NAC Western Pacifik Western Pacific: virtual Christmas concert Photo: […]

Olga Shcherban (50) is a chorus master at the Voronezh Opera and Ballet Theatre in Russia. Our sister in faith also puts her gift and her musical skills to use in her congregation and the Church. Photo: privat Photo: wikipedia.org/ Timur Mamedrzaev Photo: Andi Alger Photo: privat Photo: privat Olga has been passionate about music […]

When the TV cameras move on and the crisis disappears from the headlines, NAC SEA Relief stays and continues to provide relief aid. In its 2019 report, the South-East Asian relief organisation also looks back on a special operation outside its usual jurisdiction. Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief […]

Sound on, camera running: the Chief Apostle was not the only one to address the brethren by video at the turn of the year. This practice is becoming more and more popular among the District Apostles too. A review… Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: INA Sud América Photo: INA Sud […]

A visit to a children’s hospice left an indelible impression on her. Using her creative skills, decorative seamstress Hannelore Berenz began a fundraiser. This is the story of how an old pair of jeans can become a good deed. Hannelore Berenz (centre) presents a donation to Beate Däuwel, Director of the “Sterntaler” children’s hospice in […]