gifts are a mission and to be shared. the same talent for everyone and many different talents for each individual: this is the interpretation of a familiar parable taken from a divine service by the chief apostle. 03 07 2024

developing the liturgy. some 125 years ago, chief apostle friedrich krebs ordained two men as apostles who had already served the still young church admirably. in addition to the ministry, the two men had things in common that still have an impact today. 21 05 2024

helping the church to function well. how do you take great pictures, how do you read aloud effectively, and how does the intranet work? in recent weeks, organisational matters of the church were discussed. the objectives were clear. the idea was to offer a well-organised environment so that everyone can live their faith 12 04 2024

imitation is encouraged. giving others the feeling that they are welcome, getting to know each other better, enjoying one another’s company, and participating: these are the stages of togetherness that new apostolic young people practise. here are examples from europe and africa. 22 03 2024

joy and contemplation in our congregations. ‌the period preceding a service for the departed or the season of lent, which we are currently in, are a good time for contemplation and prayer. ‌‌many took the time to do so, creating joy for themselves and for others. here is news from across the globe. 15 03 2024

apostles underway to encourage and support. the main task of the apostle ministry is the dispensing of the sacraments and the proclamation of the gospel. but sometimes their work also involves things such as presenting a wheelchair or going for a walk on the beach. here are a few examples of the kind of support services apostles offer. 24 11 2023

time with god can be fun. children put on a play and young people came together for discussions. does that sound like church? sure, if you can go on a journey with joseph, start the new school year with god, and explore your faith. 27 10 2023

examining our vow to god. baptism, holy sealing, confirmation … many of us made our vow to god a long time ago. and that is why it is important to examine ourselves and see where we stand today in terms of the promise we made. the chief apostle recently explained in a divine service which vows this applies to and how we should examine ourselves. 06 09 2023

getting to know god better. a plate creates friendships, two dolls explain god … there are various ways for people get to know each other. and sometimes they are even unusual. over the past few weeks, there were various get-to know-you activities in the environs of the new apostolic church. 18 08 2023

a lifework of reforms. “if we want to preserve what we have, we will have to change many things,” was the guiding principle of chief apostle richard fehr, who died ten years ago today on 30 june 2013. many of the innovations today can be traced back to his initiative. 30 06 2023

when jesus calls the fold. “riddle” is another way of translating the greek word used for “parable” in the bible. and rarely does this word fit the bill as well as it does in john 10: 1–30. this is where the good shepherd is at home, and with him a whole tangle of parables. 23 06 2023

all generations are actively engaged. not only the ministers and those who have functions in the church are committed, but members of all ages. everyone contributes their gifts be it in making music, knitting for the less fortunate, or by sharing advice with others. 09 06 2023

eighty years ago: the bombing of dortmund. the name magney is well-known in new apostolic circles in germany: there were two apostles with that name. the younger of the two was confirmed by the older one some eighty years ago. and the older magney died in a bombing raid eighty years ago today. today we pay tribute to a pioneer. 05 05 2023

contemplative, interested, committed. new apostolic christians in germany, spain, and guinea learned some very different things on their tours of discovery through history, religion, and responsibility for their own faith. 13 04 2023

the good being done in the face of devastating loss. food, school supplies, and even a confirmation suit: in crises large and small, new apostolic christians are on hand to help their neighbours. here is where kindness spoke. 24 02 2023

young and active. a new year’s eve get-together for the little ones, hiking with the confirmands, and countrywide youth days: there is always something going on for our young sisters and brothers. here is what our children and young people around world have been up to over the last weeks. 03 02 2023

development and teaching in the new apostolic church. school is not the only place where one can learn something. one can also do so in church. tomorrow, 24 january is the international day of education. here are a few examples how the new apostolic church is involved in teaching its members. 23 01 2023

the power of faith: people in the spotlight in 2022. helping others boosts our own well-being. this is shown by the people highlighted in 2022. whether on the mediterranean sea, on their own doorstep, or in other parts of the world: la grah, elena, laura, and peter have each done remarkable things with the power of their faith. 29 12 2022