There is likely no other prayer that is recited as often and with such fervour, emotion, and dignity. This suggests the close relationship to God the Creator and heavenly Father. It makes those praying it humble and great at the same time. This prayer admits us to the feeling that we are close to the […]

The kingdom of God is not something that can only be found in the future. And seeking it means more than just attending the services. Following are excerpts from a sermon by the Chief Apostle that demonstrate the dimensions and ways we can access them. It was the second divine service in Pointe-Noire, the capital […]

It is not unusual for the Church to transmit its divine services. When a service is aired on national television, however, it is a little unusual. That is what is going to happen in East Africa this weekend . Photo: NAC East Africa Photo: NAC East Africa Photo: NAC East Africa Photo: NAC East Africa […]

The detailed account of Lydia is quite remarkable, considering that it was such a male dominated world. In the Acts of the Apostles, Luke gives her prominent coverage: the first Christian in Europe. Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth, who lived in the city of Philippi in Greece is regarded as the first documented convert […]

Lambaréné is a small city in west-central Gabon in West Africa. In Galoa, an indigenous language, the name means: “We want to try it.” This probably did not only apply in the time of Albert Schweitzer, but also today for the New Apostolic congregation. Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Photo: NAK […]

Thoughts going round and round in circles and unable to feel the slightest thing—depression is a disorder that can affect anybody, and yet it meets with little understanding. How can the ministers and the members help those suffering from depression? Miriam*, 15 years old, wants to see and hear nothing. Her room is the only […]

Understanding God’s word and preaching it correctly, this is what the Chief Apostle spoke about during a divine service for ministers recently. And he also included their wives. The service was attended by nearly 500 ministers and their wives and took place in Pointe Noire (Republic of the Congo) on Friday, 29 April. The Chief […]

Do not rush headlong into something, but define goals. Do not waste your strength, but use it wisely. In his reflections on our annual motto for 2016, District Apostle Michael Ehrich (Southern Germany) looks at some indispensable conditions. To win a victory you first of all have to define a clear goal. Let us take […]

Following is an overview of the retirements, ordinations, and appointments that took place in the first half of the year 2016. Apostle Hans-Jürgen Berndt Photo: Daniel Rudolph Apostle Afonso Avelino and Apostle José Calenga Baza Photo: Apostle Michael Dimba is retired after working as an Apostle for sixteen years Photo: NAC Kimberley Chief Apostle Jean-Luc […]

Over the next few days, Muslims all over the world will be celebrating the festival of breaking the fast, which marks the end of Ramadan. Self-denial and abstinence are also familiar in Christianity. Following is a brief outline. Christians believe in the triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The mystery of the divine Trinity […]

“For whoever has, to him more will be given.” This appears to be a strange statement, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider said and went on to highlight the fact that it contains seven keys to divine blessing. Following is an outline of this service. Photo: INA Columbia Photo: INA Columbia Photo: INA Columbia Photo: INA Columbia […]

The theme set out in this month’s Divine Service Guide is interaction in the spirit and mind of Christ—a very topical and fascinating subject that is examined from various perspectives. The first Sunday of the month, for example, focuses on help for the dead: the divine service for the departed, which we celebrate on three […]

“Prejudice” by definition is a preconceived opinion. More often than not it is disparaging, stigmatizing, or discriminating. Prejudices tend to have negative character and are, mostly, unreflected. And yet everybody has them, these treasures that are buried in the dim recesses of our feelings. Imagine the following scene. A woman walks into a coffee shop, […]

Information is everywhere, whether on the radio, TV, or in the Internet. And then there are still print products. Does the New Apostolic Church still need magazines in the year 2016? “The communication landscape is rugged. With the different kinds of media, different reading habits, and a wide range of target groups the only way […]

There are many ways to live open and co-operative partnerships. This goes from extending hospitality to mutual acceptance to working together. And this is demonstrated by congregations and districts right around the world. Doors Open event. Photo: NAC Toronto Doors Open event. Photo: NAC Toronto The musical “Lydia, the seller of purple”. Photo: Ingo Meier […]

You have living Apostles? How can you be sure? It was the Chief Apostle himself who raised these questions. Decisive indications are found in a letter. Answers from a fascinating divine service. What defines the apostolate? This is the topic Apostle Paul addresses in his letter to the church in Corinth. And this is the […]

Bread is being distributed in church. No, not Holy Communion, real bread. It is the sheer poverty of the people that is making this necessary. And these scenes were experienced by New Apostolic Christians in Moldova, a country in the eastern part of Europe. The Chief Apostle will be visiting Moldova this weekend. A typical […]

Life is full of challenges. Following are four examples how some of our congregations around the world deal with them. Photo: NAC Dennekraal Photo: NAC Dennekraal Photo: NAC Dennekraal Photo: NAC Dennekraal Photo: NAC Kabompo Central Photo: NAC Kabompo Central Photo: NAC Kabompo Central Photo: NAC Kabompo Central Photo: NAK Nord- und Ostdeutschland Photo: NAK […]