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Letting candles and faces glow

The visit of the District Apostle, a special meeting, 50 years of fellowship—there are so many reasons to celebrate. And it is not only at Christmas that brothers and sisters in faith on every continent come together to rejoice with one another. Spreading the light into the world All of the participants in the youth […]

December 20, 2024
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Improving the lives of the vulnerable

Around half of the people in the Central African Republic depend on humanitarian aid. And this is where OSNAC, a New Apostolic relief agency, comes in. It is taking small steps and making a big difference. It is raining cats and dogs. But neither the young people nor the many others who have gathered in […]

December 16, 2024
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Excited about Christmas

Wrapping presents, crafting DIY Christmas ornaments, and carol singing are all signs that the Christmas season has arrived. Depending on which part of the world you live in, this looks very different. Christmas is not the best time of the year for everyone. Some families can barely afford enough food, a warm home, or clothing. […]

December 11, 2024
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More funds for survivors of domestic abuse 

human aktiv, the aid organisation of the New Apostolic Church Southern Germany, closed 2023 with above-average income—contrary to expectations. Last year, human aktiv received almost 2.6 million euros in donations, the recently published Annual Report 2023 states. The total is only slightly higher than in the previous year. Already then, though, there was talk of […]

December 3, 2024
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It’s time to do good

This week’s news is all good. A group of young people in Europe planted trees, helpers in Asia distributed seeds in remote areas, and teachers in Africa went back to school. The stories are inspiring and encourage us to follow suit. Our daily bread Neither bad weather nor a lack of roads have stopped the […]

November 26, 2024
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How hygiene saves lives

World Toilet Day is observed every year on 19 November. But there is much more to this than just toilets. The focus is on the life-threatening dangers posed by inadequate, damaged, or broken toilet systems in large parts of the world. The Mukuru slum is a collection of informal settlements in the city of Nairobi […]

November 18, 2024
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Faith is without limits

‌Whether it is language, culture, or music, sometimes differences seem insurmountable. Examples from various church events show how differences can be bridged and how limits need not be an obstacle to congregational life and being there for your neighbour. The Church’s annual motto for 2024 sounds very similar in Dutch (Bidden werkt) and German (Beten […]

October 31, 2024
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Good news from around the globe

Reaching out and helping others, being part of a community, or getting your own four walls: these are plenty of reasons to be happy. This week nac.today has lots of good news from New Apostolic congregations around the world. A temporary home The congregation of Flores in Argentina has been around for seventy years and […]

October 25, 2024
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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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Making a difference

Donations in kind, activities, or a move to the other side of the world can make a difference. Brothers and sisters in Africa and Europe have just made this experience. Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: INA España Photo: INA España Photo: INA España Photo: INA España Photo: […]

July 26, 2024
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More than just numbers

With over 1.7 million Swiss francs you can do a lot of good, such as putting a smile on someone’s face, creating social inclusion, or providing help in times of great need. In 2023 too, NAK-Humanitas, the charity of the New Apostolic Church Switzerland, once again used the donated funds in the spirit of Christian […]

July 18, 2024
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The Father’s house is our delight!

Building, renovating, rebuilding: although you don’t necessarily need a roof over your head to have faith, it is still a good reason to celebrate when your congregation gets to move into a church building of its own. Following is a look at congregations on the build around the globe. Photo: DM Fa. Ney Photo: DM […]

July 12, 2024
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On the margins of the District Apostle Meeting: reaching out

While the District Apostles and District Apostle Helpers convened for meetings at the Church’s conference centre, their spouses helped a charity initiative by painting yellow smiley faces on blue T-shirts. Photo: NAK-Humanitas Photo: NAK-Humanitas Photo: NAK-Humanitas Photo: NAK-Humanitas Twenty-two women from all over the world came together on Friday, 17 May 2024 in the church […]

June 17, 2024
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The special thing about Sundays and Wednesdays

A divine service is a feast that God celebrates with believing people. And sometimes congregations have an additional reason to celebrate. This week’s review looks back on some special services that took place over the last several weeks. Photo: ENA Senegal Photo: ENA Senegal Photo: Sierra Leone Photo: Sierra Leone Photo: Sierra Leone Photo: INA […]

April 26, 2024
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Never keep silent about good news!

Sacraments are dispensed, large churches are filled with young people, and donations are able to effect great things—the news pages of the New Apostolic congregations around the world were once again filled with good news that needs to be told. Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern Africa Photo: NAC Southern […]

February 22, 2024