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The sacraments (67): A story behind every sentence

Three years and 66 parts later… The series on the sacraments has given us a lot of food for thought on theology and history in general and on New Apostolic specialties in particular. As a final instalment, here is an overview with dozens of links. Sacraments are those moments in our life of faith when […]

December 13, 2022
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A District Apostle Helper for Western Germany

The new man has already demonstrated leadership qualities: both in the Church and in his working life. He also has pastoral qualities. This is what companions say. They are convinced: the New Apostolic Church Western Germany can look forward to its District Apostle Helper. Photo: Frank Schuldt Photo: Marcel Konstantin, Andreas Otto Photo: NAK Westdeutschland […]

December 6, 2022
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The mysterious Apostle

One hundred years ago today, Apostle Sadrach is believed to have retired. This is not verified information though. What we do know is that the Europeans at the time were a little suspicious of the Javanese Apostle, and today we cannot say with certainty whether he held divine services until shortly before his death in […]

December 5, 2022
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Active in church and in everyday life

The members of the New Apostolic Church advocate many different values and promote them in their congregation and district in various ways: for example, by doing something eco-friendly, by helping to save lives, and supporting education. And, of course, church attendance is important to them. Photo: Heike Röhr Photo: Heike Röhr Photo: Heike Röhr Photo: […]

December 2, 2022
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Peter Lambert becomes new District Apostle Helper for South Africa

Apostle Peter Lambert, who was the head of music of the Church in South Africa for many years, will be assigned as a District Apostle Helper for the New Apostolic Church Southern Africa on Sunday, 4 December. A big task, but one that he faces with confidence in God: “The things which are impossible with […]

November 30, 2022
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Teamwork on a global scale

Work on the new children’s teaching material is progressing well. An overview was given at the recent international District Apostle Meeting. Writers and teams from various countries are involved in compiling the various books. Teaching material has existed in the New Apostolic congregations since about 1908. The first such book was a manual aimed at […]

November 28, 2022
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Music is at home everywhere

In many congregations, singing has resumed and so have concerts. Here is a small overview of concerts and workshops in different parts of the world, showcasing that music is a universal language that speaks to the soul. Photo: Günter Lohsträter, Frank Schuldt Photo: Günter Lohsträter, Frank Schuldt Photo: Günter Lohsträter, Frank Schuldt Photo: NAC Southern […]

November 25, 2022
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The sheer will to help defies the threat of war

It feels as though the war is closing in. Yet the people already have so little to live on. Despite their own hardship, however, the people in the Republic of Moldova are helping Ukrainian refugees in any way they can. This is the situation of the brothers and sisters whom the Chief Apostle will be […]

November 24, 2022
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Jesus instead of Adam: from old to new

The old Adam: an old acquaintance from past sermons. But is this more than just an empty phrase? Who remembers what exactly this is all about? A fresh boost from a divine service with the Chief Apostle, including instructions. Photo: NAK Schweiz Photo: NAK Schweiz Photo: NAK Schweiz Photo: NAK Schweiz Photo: NAK Schweiz Photo: […]

November 23, 2022
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Online services to be continued

The International District Apostle Meeting in Zurich, Switzerland, came to an end on Sunday with a divine service. Strictly speaking, the meeting consisted of a series of individual sessions. The conference kicked off on Wednesday with a première. For the first time since its constitution, the Board of Directors of the New Apostolic Church International […]

November 21, 2022
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The Church expands its misconduct policy

Clear words, strong action… In line with this motto, the New Apostolic Church is continuing its fight against sexual misconduct. This was also evident at the meetings of the District Apostles this past week. The following leaves no room for doubt: “The New Apostolic Church strongly disapproves of any actions that infringe upon a person’s […]

November 18, 2022
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Together we are strong

Love, friendship, and sharing the same faith… These are things that make us strong. And this is something that brothers and sisters from all generations and walks of life were able to experience in various countries over the past few weeks. Together in Christ still applies even if the year is almost over. Photo: NAC […]

November 17, 2022
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Believing what we cannot see

Living by faith, not by sight. That was the subject of a divine service the Chief Apostle conducted in the Philippines recently. He used the example of the people of Israel to explain what exactly this means. . Welcome by the children’s choir in front of our church in Tupi (Philippines) Photo: NAC Philippines Great […]

November 16, 2022
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I was in prison and you came

For many years, a Priest from the German district of Bochum provided for the faith-based needs of prisoners. He visited and looked after mostly New Apostolic inmates in a correctional facility in Bochum. Photo: Andreas Breitkreuz Photo: Andreas Breitkreuz Photo: Andreas Breitkreuz Priest Breitkreuz, you are responsible for the pastoral care of people serving a […]

November 15, 2022
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Suffering: NAC SEA Relief makes it hurt a little less

The charity NAC SEA Relief provides help where it can. Thanks to the pastoral network of the New Apostolic Church in the Philippines, the charity can intervene quickly and sometimes also in unusual ways. The charity just published its annual report for 2021. Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief […]

November 14, 2022
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Welcome to the virtual church

For the longest time, part of our congregational and church life moved online because of COVID-19. Here is a look at some of the means used and what online offers were available and are still available this coming Sunday in terms of divine services. Meetings Apostles and Bishops came together in video conferences and so […]

November 11, 2022