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“You are my friends!”

The month of April is characterised by three major celebrations, namely Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter. The New Apostolic congregations will hear Bible readings, special music, and sermons that are based on this special context. The three religious holidays mentioned commemorate significant events in the life of Jesus and important phases of salvation history. […]

March 30, 2022
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The sacraments (52): Not only here, but also in the beyond!

The dead are not truly dead—at least not for God. For God there is no dividing line between life on earth and life in the hereafter. That is what Christians believe, and that is also what the Bible states. Here is an overview of how sacramental acts are dispensed for the dead. We read in […]

March 28, 2022
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“I will stick with You in spite of everything!”

Jesus the good shepherd, various folds in different stables, and the search for the lost sheep… The Chief Apostle recently developed this old and well-known biblical image in a surprising new way. Photo: Werner Degenfellner Photo: Werner Degenfellner Photo: Werner Degenfellner Photo: Werner Degenfellner Photo: Werner Degenfellner “And other sheep I have which are not […]

March 23, 2022
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A pioneer in Berlin and East Prussia

Eight believers in an attic room: this is how the now twenty congregations in the city of Berlin (Germany) started. And closely connected to it all is one name in particular: Ernst Traugott Hallmann, who died hundred years ago on 20 March 1922. Ernst Traugott Hallmann was born on 21 December 1854 in Altschönau a. […]

March 21, 2022
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At home worldwide: Let’s not forget the children and young people

The Covid crisis is still not over, there are wars, natural disasters, and catastrophic hunger. With all the negative news, it is easy to forget a very important group within the Church: children and young people, who are our future. Photo: NAC Nigeria Photo: NAC Nigeria Photo: NAC Nigeria Photo: ENA Frankreich Photo: INA Spanien […]

March 18, 2022
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The weekly update

Changing YouTube channels and upcoming services on Good Friday… here is this week’s update on the central video services offered by the New Apostolic Church. The New Apostolic Church offers weekly central video services via YouTube, TV, or IPTV. In many places, members can also dial in, making it possible for everyone to join a […]

March 18, 2022
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Charity in deed!

Individuals, congregations, and charities… The solidarity with Ukraine is huge also among New Apostolic Christians. Already a few days after the war broke out, people were at the border to help. Photo: Enrico Schülbe Photo: Enrico Schülbe Photo: Enrico Schülbe Photo: project nadiya Photo: Elena Kloppmann Photo: project nadiya Photo: Elena Kloppmann Photo: NAK Süddeutschland […]

March 17, 2022
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The sacraments (51): Two handfuls of spiritual gifts

Sealing is a sacrament with a history. And its roots can be traced back to the early Christian centuries. Here is an overview of the ten articles in our series on this topic and a look ahead on what is up next. It is a must. Jesus Himself made this clear: “Most assuredly, I say […]

March 15, 2022
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Why it’s better for God to remain beyond calculation

It’s a good thing we cannot prove faith mathematically! At least, that’s how retired Chief Apostle Wilhelm Leber feels about the matter. And he knows what he’s talking about—check out our interview with the doctor of mathematics as we commemorate the International Day of Mathematics on 14 March. How can you connect science and faith? […]

March 14, 2022
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Eternity begins today

“Whoever wants to live with Jesus for eternity has to live together with Him already today.” It sounds simple enough, but what does “with” really mean? The answer is three-fold: in Christ, for Christ, and like Christ. And this not only affects life on earth. Photo: NAC Kenia Photo: Michael Owino Photo: NAC Kenia Photo: […]

March 10, 2022
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Spotlight 2/2022: What we have in common

District Apostle Enrique Eduardo Minio of South America examines the question of what people of different cultures and languages have in common—and finds an answer. At the beginning of the year, when we received the Chief Apostle’s annual motto “Together in Christ”, we were taught that there are four levels to this togetherness: our fellowship […]

March 7, 2022
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I love to help children

Different from the usual: first, he worked for the Church and then he went to church. Barely retired, he is starting over in a completely different field, but this time without pay. Deacon Frank Sardar from Pakistan is back to doing what he loves, namely helping children. Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: privat […]

March 3, 2022
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Make your plans with God

The New Apostolic Church, its members, as well as some of its institutions have big plans for this year. These include developing instrumental music, building a modern church, and conducting seminars for ministers. Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Guinee Photo: NAK Schweiz Photo: […]

March 2, 2022