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Pentecost is over — but the highlight of the month of May is not to obscure the fact that there have also been other great initiatives unfolding in New Apostolic congregations around the world outside of these festive holy days. In the following we report on some of them: New Apostolic information booth at a […]

June 4, 2015
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A heavyweight in terms of faith

A man with a clear profile … Not only his imposing appearance, his voice, and his poise contributed to his striking personality, but most of all his heart’s attitude. District Apostle Klaus of Southern Germany would have been 75 years of age today. He was born in Engen in southern Germany and was the first […]

June 3, 2015
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“This is my agenda for Africa”

An Apostle Meeting such as this has never occurred before in the New Apostolic Church. This is not only due to the fact that nearly all the Apostles of Africa have assembled in one place. On this occasion, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider also set some goals for the development of the Church on this continent. […]

May 23, 2015
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When divine service pictures learned to move

When millions of brothers and sisters in faith around the globe are once again united for this year’s Pentecost divine service, the New Apostolic Church will be celebrating a special anniversary: for the last 25 years, the Great Transmission has also been sent out to all the nations, namely by satellite. Following are some insights […]

May 16, 2015
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Many different countries — many different ways to live one’s faith. Today our overview incorporates some insights into New Apostolic congregations in South and Central America, Africa and Europe. Angola Photo: Hermann Bethke Angola Photo: Hermann Bethke El Salvador Photo: NAC USA Germany Photo: Oliver Rütten Angola As of 1 January 2015, Bishops have been […]

May 13, 2015
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Theological training, pastoral care in a prison, and innovations in the administrative sector … Brothers and sisters around the world engage themselves for the New Apostolic Church. This week’s news bulletin shows some of the activities. Theological training for everyone: Seminar in North Rhine-Westphalia Photo: NAK NRW The speakers Carmen Jäger and Reinhard Kiefer Photo: […]

May 1, 2015
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A new era in East Africa

His profession is land surveyor. As leading pastor and shepherd of the New Apostolic Church East Africa, Joseph Opemba Ekhuya now has a large field of activity to see to. Last weekend he was ordained as District Apostle for the region. But there were more ministerial gifts for the region. Photo: NAC EastAfrikca Photo: NAC […]

April 24, 2015
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Everywhere you look there are vibrant congregations. Many are busy planning activities or are lending a hand in helping others or are teaching courses to train the up-and coming generation. Following is a small sample of the activities going on around the globe. Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia Photo: NAC Indonesia […]

April 23, 2015
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The pain of loss: “Doesn’t praying help?”

Having to take leave of a loved one is very painful. When death is preceded by a long and serious illness, then grief is compounded by the gnawing and painful question: Why didn’t our prayers help? Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider responded to this question in the memorial service for Apostle Xavier Arèse. Floral decorations at […]

April 22, 2015
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Dedications, commemorations, confirmations—there sure seems to be a lot going on in the congregations around the world. As usual, we provide our readers with a brief, representative overview of the events of the past week in the many New Apostolic congregations around the world. Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC Canada Photo: NAC […]

April 18, 2015
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Deacons: The link between members and Priests

What does a Deacon do? Is this ministry still timely? What are his concrete tasks in the congregation? Deacons are a very active part of our congregations in Africa. District Apostle Charles Ndandula from Zambia reports, “Our Deacons are very busy. They visit sick members and families on a regular basis. They look after the […]

April 17, 2015
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Spotlight 06: The joy of serving Christ

In our “Spotlight” series, District Apostles from around the world share their thoughts on the 2015 motto. This week, District Apostle Shadreck M. Lubasi writes about the joy that can be found in serving Christ. The joy of serving Christ includes a feeling of great pleasure, happiness, and satisfaction that is generated in the heart […]

April 15, 2015
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“Typically New Apostolic”—the legacy of Apostle Schwarz

Like no one else, he influenced the development of a movement that eventually became the New Apostolic Church . Not only because he played a central role in our Church’s history, but also because he had a defining impact on a Christian denomination that was still in its infancy at the time: Apostle Friedrich Wilhelm […]

April 11, 2015
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Development work—between pastoral care and bookkeeping

They were both tireless workers: but one was more of a caregiver, while the other was more of an organizer. And in the next few days, their birthdays will come around for the 150th time. Following is a look back on the activity of District Apostles Wilhelm Oehlmann and Martin Lax in the regions that […]

April 6, 2015
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Another week of news—and it is not always good. In Germany, France, and Spain, people are in mourning because a Germanwings passenger aircraft crashed over the French Alps. A total of 150 people lost their lives in the crash. Altar decorations in Haltern Photo: NAK NRW Conference in Port of Spain Photo: NAC USA Conference […]

March 31, 2015
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“I often felt that God is right there”

Apostle João Uanuque Misselo has been the resident District Apostle Helper in Angola since February. In an interview, together with District Apostle Rainer Storck, he gives insights into the country, its history, and the lives of the New Apostolic people there. Photo: Tim Schaer-Rolffs Photo: Tim Schaefer-Rolffs Photo: Tim Schaefer-Rolffs Photo: Tim Schaefer-Rolffs Photo: Tim […]

March 24, 2015
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For many years, “A bond of love around the globe” was used as title for news in the New Apostolic world. Love is still the operative word today. New Apostolic relief organizations around the world fight to alleviate the consequences of natural disasters and in some regions specially trained brothers and sisters help their fellow […]

March 20, 2015
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“It is the same everywhere—only completely different.” That is how Chief Apostle Hans Urwyler described our common faith in the gospel in the context of the very different living conditions that prevail from country to country. This week, nac.today will also take a look around the globe. Apostle Wolf and Bishop Tansahtikno on the way […]

March 12, 2015