The International Youth Convention 2019 is truly meant to be international: not only through presentations by the worldwide District Churches but also by the many young visitors from as many countries as possible. That’s quite a challenge. Photo: IJT2019 GgmbH Photo: IJT2019 GgmbH Photo: IJT2019 GgmbH Photo: IJT2019 GgmbH The majority of the New Apostolic […]

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 […]

Living and powerful, sharp and piercing: the word of God is full of surprises. And a single Bible verse makes this abundantly clear: a small lexicology from a divine service by the Chief Apostle. Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia […]

In just a little over five months from now the exhibition grounds in Düsseldorf will throw open their doors for the International Youth Convention 2019. What has been planned? Who is invited? Here is an overview. Just recently, the IYC app was redesigned. Version 1.3 of the app is available for free download for iOS […]

About a hundred days into his new task as District Apostle in the newly established District Apostle Area Western Pacific, we asked District Apostle Peter Schulte what has changed for him and what his expectations are for 2019? An interview with Peter Schulte. Photo: NAC Australia Photo: NAC Japan Photo: NAC Western Pacific Photo: NAC […]

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 […]

Nine Apostles were ordained by Chief Apostle Schneider in the second half of last year. He also appointed two new District Apostles. One Apostle passed away, seven Apostles and two District Apostles retired, and one Apostle was dismissed. Apostle Kalenga Roger Kabengele Photo: ENA DR Congo Apostle André Mutanga Sukadi, Merlin Wamba Basolo, Kayembe Muteba […]

“God is in our presence”, is the title of an old hymn. Its original title “Remembering the glorious and sweet presence of God” expresses what people tend to often forget, namely that God is their daily companion. Gerhard Tersteegen, a well-known church man in his day, made God’s presence a kind of blueprint for his […]

The past year was marked by changes in the governing body of the Church. Four District Apostles retired in 2018. A brief retrospective on men full of generosity and energy. Photo: Marcel Felde Photo: Marcel Felde Photo: Jessica Krämer Photo: Bernhard Holdener Photo: Jonas Spengler Photo: INA Cuba Photo: NAC Australia Photo: NAC Australia Photo: […]

The definition of ministry remains a prominent topic: in 2018, the focus was above all on the priestly ministry. New regulations will come into effect on Pentecost 2019. The Chief Apostle himself will inform the members in detail in advance. To replicate the early church in faithful detail in order to be completed as the […]

Proclaiming the gospel to non-Christians and being innovative … This is what Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider calls for in his article on the universality of the church and the gospel. More in the newest issue of community. Bringing the gospel to all people “I am convinced that we should also turn more of our attention […]

Christ comes before the Church, the gospel before rules, salvation of the soul before tradition. In June 2018, the Chief Apostle gave an exclusive interview and answered the question, “Quo vadis, NAC?” Following are the most important excerpts from the three-part interview. The strategic guidelines Our primary goal is to preach the gospel truthfully and […]

Praising God with a velvet voice, loving God against all odds, and doing volunteer work abroad with no thought of self. This is how Manilo, Mannki, and Angela live their faith, each in his or her own unique way. Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Mankee Nag has learned […]

This question is often asked. Answers and advice are typically found in the Chief Apostle’s sermons. Following are core thoughts from divine services in 2018. Photo: Oliver Rütten Photo: Oliver Rütten This weekend, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider will be in the German capital. Photo: Jens Lange This weekend, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider will be in […]

Many things are conceivable in the Philippines, or to be more exact, on the island of Cebu. Even a delicious Christmas dinner with German dumplings. A chef from Saxony in Germany is making it happen. Photo: Privat/Frank Hoyer Photo: Privat/Frank Hoyer Photo: Privat/Frank Hoyer Photo: Privat/Frank Hoyer Photo: Privat/Frank Hoyer Photo: Privat/Frank Hoyer Photo: Privat/Frank […]

It is more blessed to give than to receive, the Bible tells us—something many practise. A look across the continents shows that many people give gladly of what they have, be it gifts and talents, time, or money. And it always creates joy and gratitude. South-East Asia: Joy to the neighbours Photo: NAC Hong Kong […]

When in Rome, do as the Romans do, the popular saying goes. Traditionally, confirmation services in Argentina and Brazil take place on the first Sunday in December. It has to do with the school holidays. Photo: INA Brazil Photo: INA Brazil Photo: INA Brazil Photo: INA Brazil Photo: INA Brazil Photo: INA Brazil Photo: INA […]

The Catechism at your fingertips … Whether in the pew, on the road, or at home, this mobile app is an essential tool. Get the latest version of this free app now. Normally, our mobiles are off when we gather for divine service and prayer. But there are a few exceptions. They can come in […]