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Collecting water donations for Day Zero

South Africa is experiencing its worst drought in one hundred years. Currently, reservoirs are at only 17 per cent of their capacity. Day Zero is predicted for April. Water donations are beginning now already.

January 26, 2018

Africa charity work

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• divine service
• doctrine 
• Event
• investiture
• ministry
• Pastoral care
• retirement
• Seniors
• Youth

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A real feat: growing smaller

What do a hammer and a screwdriver have to do with church? What should women remind their husbands of? And which member is the most important one on the body of Christ? From a divine service for ministers—but not only for them.

January 24, 2018

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Spotlight 01/2018: A leap of faith into the new year

Faith and love belong together—both are based on the principle of reciprocity. This is made clear by District Apostle Wolfgang Nadolny (Berlin-Brandenburg). His article starts this year’s spotlight series, highlighting our 2018 motto: “Faithful to Christ”.

January 22, 2018

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A diplomat adept in dealing with red tape

Deputy of the Chief Apostle, his right hand in handling official matters, and a man for all seasons. But he was far more than a bureaucrat: Apostle Arthur Landgraf. Tomorrow he would have been 130 years old.

January 19, 2018

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• Holy Communion
• Holy Sealing
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Joyful, expectant, full of hope

The year 2018 has more to offer than work, the daily grind, and to-do lists. Many congregations are preparing for small and big events. There is a hive of activity. And there is joy, enthusiasm, and hope—something that is quite becoming to Christians.

January 18, 2018

Africa

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• charity work
• Chief Apostle
• Children
• congregation
• District Apostle
• divine service
• Event
• Music
• New Year
• Pentecost
• Social commitment
• Youth

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Our 2018 motto: Proving our faithfulness to Christ

“Christ is faithful, and we are faithful to Him.” Behind this simple message is not only the 2018 motto of the New Apostolic Church, but an answer to the question how this faithfulness reveals itself.

January 17, 2018

acts of blessing Chief Apostle

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• Holy Sealing
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There is a need for solidarity among churches

What exactly is church? Only the building? Only a certain denomination? An organisation? There are different definitions. Paul speaks of a “body of Christ” in Scripture. Following are some thoughts from the Chief Apostle on this subject.

January 15, 2018

Baptism 

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Children are a heritage from the Lord

The country does not need mini-theologians nor saints, but young Christians who have a good relationship with Jesus and are excited about God. And this is what parents and teachers want for their children.

January 13, 2018

Baptism 

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Ban on church services

A record-breaking number of participants in a divine service that was broadcast in Nigeria, the disappearance of two District Churches in Germany, and a ban on divine services in Zambia … News from around the world that makes people listen up.

January 12, 2018

Africa

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• Youth

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Destroying the works of the devil with Jesus

Doubt, lies, rebellion, fear, discord, greed, and death … Everything that comes from the evil one separates man from his fellow human beings and from God. But Jesus provided an antidote long ago. All we have to do is listen to Him.

January 11, 2018

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Cultural wealth in a logo

One faith, one doctrine, and a big cultural diversity. “Faithful to Christ” is the 2018 motto of the New Apostolic Church. Creative minds around the world have designed logos to reflect the new motto.

January 10, 2018

Africa

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• Asia
• Chief Apostle
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• divine service
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• Media
• New Year

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Being a Christian means following Christ

New year, new luck. Wouldn’t that be nice? Unfortunately, not all can tune into this. Many carry their old worries and cares over into the new year—and remain faithful to God in spite of them. Why? Because they look ahead with hope.

January 9, 2018

Chief Apostle

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• Christmas
• divine service
• doctrine 
• Holy Communion
• sacraments

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Changes in the circle of the Apostles (2/2017)

Twenty-two Apostles were ordained in the past year by Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider, and eighteen went into retirement. Three active Apostles passed away in 2017.

January 8, 2018

Africa

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• Asia
• Australia / Pacific
• Chief Apostle
• congregation
• District Apostle
• divine service
• doctrine 
• Europe
• investiture
• ministry
• Pentecost
• retirement

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Real people, real opinions: the 2018 poster series

New year, new posters. The year 2018 brings a fresh set of posters for the display cases of the congregations in Europe. It is a proven recipe: people like you and me, who underpin the annual motto of the New Apostolic Church with authentic statements.

January 5, 2018

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Excellent prospects

Good news from God: He allows human beings a glance into the future. What this means for us today is something we can learn from the past. Follow us on a journey through time with the Chief Apostle.

January 4, 2018

Chief Apostle

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2017: Glory be to God, our father!

Let us recognise the glory of God in His works, thank Him for His gifts, and proclaim His glory! These are the three tasks for New Apostolic Christians in the coming year. Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider’s New Year’s message:

December 31, 2017

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People in the news in 2017

Chrissandra, Paxton, Julia, and Sam: four names, four people, four different stories right from the heart of reality of New Apostolic Christians: sometimes sad, sometimes wonderful, but always strong in faith.

December 30, 2017

Africa Chief Apostle

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• District Apostle
• divine service
• Event
• grieving
• Music
• Pastoral care
• Pentecost
• Youth

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The New Apostolic map is being redrawn

The New Apostolic Church is changing at the global level, not only from a doctrinal point of view, but also from a structural point of view: succession plans have been developed and District Churches are merging. Here is a brief look back at the year 2017 and an outlook on the immediate future.

December 29, 2017

Africa

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• Asia
• Australia / Pacific
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• congregation
• District Apostle
• divine service
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• ministry
• New Year
• Organisation
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Divine services in 2017: key messages

“What does the Chief Apostle say about that?” This is a question that people often ask. Following is a review of some of the divine services celebrated by Chief Apostle Schneider in the past year.

December 28, 2017

Australia / Pacific

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• congregation
• divine service
• doctrine 
• Europe
• Event
• Holy Sealing
• sacraments
• Youth

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Three drops with a hundred-year history

The year 2017 marked an anniversary year. Exactly one hundred years before, the New Apostolic Church had started to officially celebrate Holy Communion without sharing the cup. Here is a brief recap of our wafer history.

December 27, 2017

Africa

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• Chief Apostle
• confessions
• congregation
• divine service
• doctrine 
• Good Friday
• history 
• Holy Communion
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Interim update on the concept of ministry

The concept of ministry was one of the high priority topics of 2017—with a very special emphasis: the Chief Apostle himself gave an interim update on the ongoing efforts on this new doctrinal understanding. Following are some insights into the developments to date.

December 26, 2017

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• Chief Apostle
• congregation
• District Apostle
• divine service
• doctrine 
• Holy Communion
• investiture
• ministry
• Organisation
• sacraments

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New Apostles and churches around the world

Without movement there is stagnation. This also applies to the structure and the organisation within the Church. New ministers and churches are constantly needed. Only then can the congregations around the world be properly cared for. Following is an overview.

December 22, 2017

Advent Chief Apostle

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The Divine Service Guide addresses children

The thousands of teachers of the New Apostolic Church are not the only ones who have a heart for children. The Chief Apostle does too, and this is reflected in the Divine Service Guide. Starting in the new year, the guide for ministers will also provide impulses for divine services especially for children.

December 21, 2017

Advent

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• Children
• congregation
• District Apostle
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• Pentecost
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The Church’s social media policy

Not sure what the Church’s position is regarding Facebook and Co.? A little unclear on how to handle the blurry boundaries between professional, private, and religious use when you post? The District Apostles have ratified The Social Media Guideline of the New Apostolic Church to provide guidance on the wise and appropriate use of social media.

December 20, 2017

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The secrets of a feel-good congregation

A congregation in which everyone feels welcome and loved. How is that supposed to work? The Chief Apostle’s answer: everyone can contribute. Here are ten reasons to rejoice and five building blocks that contribute to a feel-good congregation.

December 19, 2017

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Luther 2017: a new Bible translation arrives

Martin Luther left his mark on both church theology and the German language with his translation of the Bible. A revised edition appeared on the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Starting in 2019, the 2017 Luther translation will be the official German-language Bible of the New Apostolic Church.

December 18, 2017

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“A decision with long-term goals in mind”

The New Apostolic Church in Angola is growing. It was time to take another step. Since last Sunday, the country has its own District Apostle Helper: João Uanuque Misselo.

February 25, 2015

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• Pastoral care
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“The Lord is risen indeed!”

The Passiontide, with the death of the Lord on Good Friday, ends magnificently in the resurrection of the Lord. This is the fundamental belief of all Christians. But why is this day of the resurrection so important for us?

April 4, 2015

Good Friday Chief Apostle

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“And God saw the light, that it was good”

Light is life—and truth—and goodness in general: no other physical phenomenon shines so deeply into the human soul. How a simple image can shed light on the divine—illuminated for us on the international Day of Light this 16th day of May.

May 16, 2023

Pentecost

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