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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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‌NAC SEA Relief: no extreme events, but plenty of hardship

Local and individual needs were addressed by NAC SEA Relief in 2023. This was possible because there were no major storm disasters in the Philippines in the past year. In its annual report, the aid organisation reports on the fates of individuals and reaching out to them. Photo: NAC SEA Relief Photo: NAC SEA Relief […]

March 14, 2024
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Questions answered, mandate fulfilled

The objectives have been achieved: the New Apostolic Church has reorganised its ecumenical responsibilities. Instead of a national or international working group, there is now a central contact for regional advisors. “The long-standing Working Group Contacts with Denominations and Religions has fulfilled its mandate,” the New Apostolic Church International (NACI) announced on its website. “A […]

February 5, 2024
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Spotlight 14/2023: A journey that begins today

Following Jesus also requires us to exercise restraint. In his Spotlight, District Apostle Edy Isnugroho reports on fellow believers who have impressed him in particular fashion. And he goes on to explain why it is still worthwhile. When contemplating the concept of serving God, many brothers and sisters may initially entertain some apprehensions. It is […]

October 13, 2023
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Gestures of love

The relief organisations of the New Apostolic Church are committed to helping. With big investments, they can make a difference. Yet sometimes it is small gestures that make a big difference. Photo: Stichting Corantijn Photo: Stichting Corantijn Photo: human aktiv Photo: human aktiv Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NACare Photo: NACare Photo: NAC Southern Africa […]

September 8, 2023
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A different take on church buildings

A blood donor clinic with a view of organ pipes, birth registration in front of the altar, and meals under the emblem … Typically, church buildings are sacred places, but sometimes they also open their doors for a good cause to serve the broader community. Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC […]

August 31, 2023
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Take Jesus in your ship of life

This song from the New Apostolic hymnal, number 212, is associated with the congregation of Kiel-East, Germany, in a special kind of way. Not only because they live so close to the sea and ships are part of people’s everyday life there, but also because their church looks like a ship. The foundation stone was […]

August 29, 2023
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How divine services will continue to reach believers

In the end, it was only one link that changed: after almost three years, our Friday list of online services is no longer necessary, thankfully. Here is a look back on an eventful period. Things began gradually: “Avoid panic but promote adequate hygiene.” This was the policy at the beginning of March 2020, when the […]

June 2, 2023
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Lubumbashi celebrated Pentecost

How did the Pentecost service get to the various congregations? In very different ways. And some, like the Democratic Republic of Congo, made a celebration of their own out of it. Divine service in Lubumbashi Photo: ENA RDC Sud-Est Divine service in Lubumbashi Photo: ENA RDC Sud-Est Divine service in Lubumbashi Photo: Warren James Divine […]

May 31, 2023
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At home worldwide: Positive impacts on people and the environment

Many people are committed to good causes. In South Africa, for example, a special service was held to bring comfort to refugees. In Germany, brothers and sisters sacrificed some of their free time for the environment. And in the Netherlands a church building was made available in support of democracy. Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: […]

May 4, 2023
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When cow dung turns into energy

Renewable energy: what is supposed to bring about a turnaround in Europe is a first step towards generating electricity in regions of sub-Saharan Africa. A joint project of two New Apostolic relief organisations in Zambia shows the immense benefit for everyone. Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ Photo: NAK-karitativ […]

February 28, 2023
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The good being done in the face of devastating loss

Food, school supplies, and even a confirmation suit: in crises large and small, New Apostolic Christians are on hand to help their neighbours. Here is where kindness spoke. Photo: privat Photo: privat Photo: Majd Lahdo Photo: Simon Kisselbach, Andreas Roll Photo: Simon Kisselbach, Andreas Roll Photo: Simon Kisselbach, Andreas Roll Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: […]

February 24, 2023
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Development and teaching in the New Apostolic Church

School is not the only place where one can learn something. One can also do so in church. Tomorrow, 24 January is the International Day of Education. Here are a few examples how the New Apostolic Church is involved in teaching its members. Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Ghana Photo: NAC Southern […]

January 23, 2023
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Going to all people everywhere

It is important how the Church communicates. The New Apostolic Church South America has developed a comprehensive concept for this. And both ministers and members play an important role in this. The focus is on the Church’s mission statement. A day spent training effective communication skills in Las Catonas in Buenos Aires with presentations and […]

November 8, 2022
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Music brings people together

A beautiful gesture to help a young musician, a new hymnal between tradition and modernity, and some benefit concerts that raised money for charity. It is amazing what all music can achieve. Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Photo: NAK Süddeutschland Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: […]

October 28, 2022
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Pentecost 2022 in Buenos Aires

Politically, economically, culturally, and ecclesiastically: the heart of Argentina beats in Buenos Aires. This is where the leaders of the New Apostolic Regional Churches from all over the world will be meeting for their Pentecost Council starting today. Photo: Anibal Trejo Photo: INA Argentina Photo: Iglesia Nueva Apostólica Argentina Photo: INA Argentina Photo: INA Argentina […]

June 1, 2022