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Where divine services became a motion picture

This year’s Pentecost festivities will take place in the United States. Historically, the New Apostolic Church in the US goes back almost as far as its European roots. Technically, the District Church was instrumental in making video transmissions a firm establishment around the world.

May 15, 2018

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Pentecost in D.C. – continue steadfastly

What is the capital of the USA? Most would say New York. New York is the largest and most famous of US cities, but not the country’s capital. It is Washington, D.C., and this is where the International District Apostle Meeting will be taking place in the upcoming week.

May 12, 2018

Africa

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Veritable globetrotters

They get around a lot, the District Apostles of the New Apostolic Church. And if there is a place they cannot get to, there is somebody else who can. Some notable entries from their travel diaries.

May 11, 2018

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From deepest depths to greatest heights: the comfort of Ascension

Jesus bids farewell to His church. It is becoming clearer and clearer to them that He is about to leave them. But not for good! The comforting thing about this farewell is that there is hope for a reunion.

May 10, 2018

Ascension Day

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The day that changed my life

Professing one’s faith can be a real challenge. In fact, it can even turn into a struggle for survival. This is the experience of Mankee Nag, a 27-year-old Indian woman. She gives us a candid look into her life.

May 5, 2018

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Small and big celebrations around the world

The southernmost congregation and a large District Church in Africa are celebrating their anniversaries. And an aid organisation is celebrating a successful project—occasions which encourage reflection.

May 4, 2018

Africa apostolate

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Pentecost, when people understand each other

Ascension and Pentecost are two important Christian holy days that are celebrated in May. May is both a month of contemplation and boundless joy. And the reason for this is Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer.

April 30, 2018

Ascension Day

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When teachers dangle from the ceiling

Sunday School? Of course, everybody has Sunday School. But not in Africa, where about 85 per cent of New Apostolic Christians live. Since 2015, however, Sunday School has been a top priority for the Church in Africa. And how are things going?

April 28, 2018

Africa

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Every goodbye is a new beginning

When one leaves another one comes. Such is life. District Apostle Urs Hebeisen from the Philippines will be retiring this year in November. This involves a number of organisational changes.

April 27, 2018

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Accepting the challenge

As a believer among unbelievers, without advance laurels, sometimes at a disadvantage, but victorious in the end … The history of Caleb in the desert is a fitting image for the deliverance of Christians, Chief Apostle Schneider says.

April 25, 2018

America

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Taking one’s belief beyond church walls

There are number of ways one can live one’s beliefs. This is something that is not necessarily restricted to the official setting of the church. Here are some examples where sisters and brothers took the initiative.

April 20, 2018

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Trebaseleghe: looking forward to the Chief Apostle’s visit

Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider will be in Italy this coming weekend. He will be in Trebaseleghe, 25 kilometres north of Venice. The congregation is looking forward to the special visitor, everything is ready.

April 17, 2018

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New Apostolic life in Barcelona: a congregation between tapas and WhatsApp

With a population of 1.6 million, Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain after Madrid, and the second most densely populated city in Europe. Small in comparison is the number of people who make their way to Calle Reverendo José Bundo 14–18 on Wednesdays and Sundays.

April 16, 2018

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About dragons and skyscrapers

There are many New Apostolic congregations around the globe—rich in tradition and their own culture. There is a lot of energy everywhere, the congregations are colourful, and yet they are all united under one roof. Following is a small selection.

April 13, 2018

Africa

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Confirmation: assuming responsibility, taking a stand

Who am I? Where do I want to go? These are some of the questions that young confirmands are asking themselves these days. Without reflecting on what confirmation means, this religious offer would be nothing more than mere tradition and liturgy—like a tree without roots.

April 11, 2018

acts of blessing

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It takes passion …

Passion, enthusiasm, love. This is what it takes to serve God and our neighbour. And this is what motivates Christians to do good and to contribute to society at large.

April 6, 2018

Asia

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The seven messages for Good Friday

Good Friday is a profound day in its quiet solemnity. It is filled with emotions. It is peaceful, but also depressing. Jesus’ death on the cross puts us to shame. All He wanted was to bring peace and make the world a better place. And where was the gratitude for it?

March 29, 2018

Good Friday Pastoral care

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In the service of the community

Welcome to a remote village in Brazil, a former settlement for escaped slaves. This is the village where Juvenal Basílio da Costa has committed himself to serve his neighbour. He has an organising role in the political community, and is the rector of the New Apostolic congregation.

March 24, 2018

Africa

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Volunteers provide ongoing help

To really make a difference requires more than goodwill and helpfulness. The magic word here is “persistence”. Because those who provide lasting help, provide the best help. Following are three examples of ongoing projects by New Apostolic charities on three continents.

March 23, 2018

Africa

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Chosen, now what?

Called and chosen. This central concept from the gospel implies both inclusion as well as exclusion. How is that possible, seeing that God loves all of mankind? Thoughts from a divine service by the Chief Apostle.

March 22, 2018

Africa

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A week in Africa for the Chief Apostle

For a whole week, the leader of the New Apostolic Church will be travelling in the African continent. From 26 February to 4 March 2018, he will visit the countries of Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, and Gabon—a pastoral trip that has been planned long in advance.

February 26, 2018

Africa

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Wide open to others

The man with the red safety helmet puts down his hammer. Actually, it should have been a precision mechanical tool. That would have better suited his nature: District Apostle Bernd Koberstein is retiring.

February 24, 2018

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Believing and joyful in hope despite all difficulties

Pastoral care and administration: both belong together in a Church that is represented around the world. Just how this is handled in the individual countries is quite a different matter—and yet somehow the same.

February 23, 2018

Asia

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Spotlight 3/2018: Witnesses of Christ

There is a difference between a reporter and a witness. District Apostle Mark Woll (Canada) explains the difference and formulates a clear mission for Christians.

February 19, 2018

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Electronic offering box: another way to share

From producing communion wafers to providing churches to paying full-time ministers, the church needs money to fulfil its mission. Interestingly, the traditional offering box is no longer the only way that we can contribute our mite.

February 17, 2018

Africa

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Beyond the headlines – Helping when disaster strikes

Disaster relief and rebuilding programmes were the primary focus of the NAC SEA Relief Fund in the year 2016. The charity responds to calls of distress from people in need, and not just because of sensational headlines.

February 15, 2018

Asia

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… the church comes to the believer

Lockdown, bans on assembly, no divine services—in many places, believers cannot gather together in the church. For them the offer of divine service by video continues.

August 28, 2020

Chief Apostle doctrine

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“Onward, upward, homeward…” in stereo

When Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider sets off for the Good Friday divine service, he will also be following a cultural connection that will most likely be familiar to friends of modern art. It has to do with a sculpture that reminds us of a hymn from our choir book: "Onward, upward, homeward..." — a brief page view:

April 2, 2015

Good Friday Chief Apostle

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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

Chief Apostle District Apostle

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world.today

Where divine services became a motion picture

Pentecost in D.C. – continue steadfastly

Veritable globetrotters

From deepest depths to greatest heights: the comfort of Ascension

The day that changed my life

Small and big celebrations around the world

Pentecost, when people understand each other

When teachers dangle from the ceiling

Every goodbye is a new beginning

Accepting the challenge

Taking one’s belief beyond church walls

Trebaseleghe: looking forward to the Chief Apostle’s visit

New Apostolic life in Barcelona: a congregation between tapas and WhatsApp

About dragons and skyscrapers

Confirmation: assuming responsibility, taking a stand

It takes passion …

The seven messages for Good Friday

In the service of the community

Volunteers provide ongoing help

Chosen, now what?

A week in Africa for the Chief Apostle

Wide open to others

Believing and joyful in hope despite all difficulties

Spotlight 3/2018: Witnesses of Christ

Electronic offering box: another way to share

Beyond the headlines – Helping when disaster strikes

don't miss

… the church comes to the believer

“Onward, upward, homeward…” in stereo

“A decision with long-term goals in mind”