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In the picture (5): snapping shots with sensitivity

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 […]

November 20, 2024
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On tour with the District Apostles

Divine services for children, concerts, and seminars for ministers: there has been a lot going on in the New Apostolic world in recent weeks. And the District Apostles were right in the middle of it all. Let’s follow them and look at the congregations they visited. Celebrating with District Apostle Enrique Minio District Apostle Enrique […]

November 14, 2024
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God’s love illuminates the church

First there was light, and everything was good in the world. Then came evil, which divides. ‌Then came evil, which divides. God’s love, however, builds bridges and brings people together. This was recently experienced in an unusual way in a German church with light and sound. “In the beginning there was light.” The voice-over invokes […]

November 12, 2024
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Keeping the church doors open

It hurts when people we love leave the Church. And there are many who are having to experience this. Following are some guiding thoughts from the Chief Apostle for all those who fear for the faith of their loved ones. In an article in a special edition of the Divine Service Guide (01/2024), Chief Apostle […]

November 5, 2024
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Prayer works hundreds of times

The jury of the creative art competition received a whole gallery of artworks for its annual motto contest. Over two hundred artworks on the theme “Prayer works” were created by children and young people from the Regional Church India. Among the two hundred submissions received, it was not easy to choose a winner. In many […]

November 4, 2024
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Faith is without limits

‌Whether it is language, culture, or music, sometimes differences seem insurmountable. Examples from various church events show how differences can be bridged and how limits need not be an obstacle to congregational life and being there for your neighbour. The Church’s annual motto for 2024 sounds very similar in Dutch (Bidden werkt) and German (Beten […]

October 31, 2024
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Good news from around the globe

Reaching out and helping others, being part of a community, or getting your own four walls: these are plenty of reasons to be happy. This week nac.today has lots of good news from New Apostolic congregations around the world. A temporary home The congregation of Flores in Argentina has been around for seventy years and […]

October 25, 2024
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Nigeria celebrates golden jubilee

The New Apostolic faith came to the country from several directions—and sometimes in strange ways. Nigeria’s first Apostle, for example, was acquainted with the New Apostolic Church thanks to some cake. And now New Apostolic Nigerians are sharing a jubilee cake, so to speak. With almost 280,000 members, Nigeria is the country with the largest […]

October 24, 2024
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A special way to say thank you

Many brothers and sisters around the world traditionally said a special thank you at the beginning of October. In many countries it was Thanksgiving. Whether watermelons, carrots, or family photos, the altars were a picture of gratitude. Many countries celebrated Thanksgiving on 6 October 2024. Many of the divine services in the New Apostolic churches […]

October 17, 2024
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From sales to pastoral care: travelling for a good cause

Arnaud Martig loves travelling and interacting with people. This is what he liked about his job in international sales. He has been an Apostle since 2020 and will be appointed District Apostle Helper for the district of Canada on 13 October 2024. Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: […]

October 7, 2024
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Being there for one another

When people think about more than just themselves, a lot of good things can happen. Many things can serve a good cause, such as running and singing and repairing shoes. Here is a look at some recent projects. Photo: NAC Cameroon Photo: NAC Cameroon Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: […]

October 4, 2024
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community 4/2024: It’s all about faith

Faith unites around nine million members of the New Apostolic Church around the world. Many of them who do not have Internet access look forward to receiving a printed copy of the quarterly Church magazine. The latest issue is now on its way to our brothers and sisters. The main subject of the latest issue […]

October 1, 2024
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Driving away hunger and loneliness

Poverty is particularly painful in the cold season. Those who can, make themselves comfortable at home. For those who do not have a home, a warm meal and some friendly conversation can be a ray of hope, for example in a church-cum-soup-kitchen. Photo: human aktiv Photo: human aktiv Photo: human aktiv Photo: human aktiv Photo: […]

September 30, 2024
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People everywhere pray

Many youth events and children’s services over the past few weeks focused on our annual motto. Through play or in workshops, the young generation all over the world is learning that prayer works. Photo: NAK Russland Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: INA Venezuela Photo: INA Venezuela Photo: INA Venezuela Photo: […]

September 27, 2024
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Loving, believing, and serving like Jesus

Before the divine service started, there was a spontaneous vocal number. The American, German, and Australian youth who had travelled to the Pan-American Youth Summit in St. Catherines, Ontario in Canada could hardly wait for the service to begin. Photo: Hayden Careless; NAC Canada Photo: Hayden Careless; NAC Canada Photo: Hayden Careless; NAC Canada Photo: […]

September 25, 2024