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February 28, 2025
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When young people come together to celebrate
Walking through the streets to make people aware of our church, playing games, or pestering the Apostle with questions—the activities offered at youth events vary. But there is one thing that is common to all of them: the young people all attend a divine service together.
October 11, 2024
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Five aspects of the beyond
What is life like after death? Is redemption still possible at all? Answers from the perspective of the New Apostolic faith are provided in a recently published essay. We have summarised the most important points in five statements.
October 10, 2024
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Grateful for the manna God provides
Christianity recognises three kinds of manna: natural bread, bread from heaven, and the bread we all partake of. What they have in common is the way we express our gratitude for them. And this has very little to do with words.
October 9, 2024
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How God protects His church
God protects the church of Christ. One means is the so-called Petrine office. And that has implications both for the Church leadership and the individual member.
October 8, 2024
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From sales to pastoral care: travelling for a good cause
Arnaud Martig loves travelling and interacting with people. This is what he liked about his job in international sales. He has been an Apostle since 2020 and will be appointed District Apostle Helper for the district of Canada on 13 October 2024.
October 7, 2024
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Being there for one another
When people think about more than just themselves, a lot of good things can happen. Many things can serve a good cause, such as running and singing and repairing shoes. Here is a look at some recent projects.
October 4, 2024
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Masterpieces of love
“Almighty God, how wondrous are Your works” goes the song. But what exactly are the works of God? The Sunday services in the month of October will explore this question. Here is a small spoiler: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit share the work.
October 3, 2024
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Listen to God and act now
God speaks to us and works for our salvation. And our mission is to listen to Him, do His will, and proclaim His gospel—tirelessly, even in times of doubt and opposition.
October 2, 2024
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community 4/2024: It’s all about faith
Faith unites around nine million members of the New Apostolic Church around the world. Many of them who do not have Internet access look forward to receiving a printed copy of the quarterly Church magazine. The latest issue is now on its way to our brothers and sisters.
October 1, 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.
September 30, 2024
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People everywhere pray
Many youth events and children’s services over the past few weeks focused on our annual motto. Through play or in workshops, the young generation all over the world is learning that prayer works.
September 27, 2024
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Loving, believing, and serving like Jesus
Before the divine service started, there was a spontaneous vocal number. The American, German, and Australian youth who had travelled to the Pan-American Youth Summit in St. Catherines, Ontario in Canada could hardly wait for the service to begin.
September 25, 2024
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Close to heaven
Some congregations in Bolivia are located at altitudes of over 4,000 metres. Hardly any other country is so close to heaven. It is a country that captivates with its geographical diversity. And the members of the Church are as diverse as the country itself.
September 24, 2024
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Working towards peace
Shortly before the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on 21 September, we are going to have a closer look at the meaning of peace. So that the day is more than just an opportunity for reflection, District Apostle Helper Helge Mutschler has written down a few thoughts on how we can all become peacemakers.
September 20, 2024
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A celebration for the congregation
Members of various congregations in Africa, Europe, and South America had reason to celebrate in recent weeks. They marked the occasions with music, a play, or a ferry crossing to an island.
September 19, 2024
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It won’t be long now
In the Bible text the Chief Apostle used, Jesus Christ confirms His return to the church, and the believers confirm that they believe in it and are preparing for it. In a recent service, the Chief Apostle explained what this means.
September 18, 2024
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Setting the course for the future
“The District Apostle has confidence in you and I have confidence in you,” Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider said to the latest member of the international Church leadership.
September 17, 2024
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“A District Apostle for everyone and very approachable”
After 48 years in ministry and six years as a District Apostle, Jürg Zbinden will retire next Sunday. He enjoyed being there for his brothers and sisters and will continue to be active on the foundation board of the NAK-Humanitas aid organisation.
September 16, 2024
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There is room for everyone in church
Everyone is welcome, whether sick or healthy, young or old: the doors of our church are wide open. Shaping the church is something that can be done together. Here are examples from the New Apostolic world.
September 13, 2024
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What God meant them to be
Being a minister in Guyana is challenging because you have to be so many things all at the same time. Not only a preacher and a counsellor, but also a teacher and a builder and you have to know your way around boats. The congregations in Wakapau and Akawini in Guyana, on the northern coast of South America, built their own churches.
September 12, 2024
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Lightening one another’s burdens
“This divine service is a service for our congregation,” the Chief Apostle said. “Your congregation and my congregation. The subject is love among us, among New Apostolic Christians.”
September 11, 2024
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Always at your fingertips: nac apps
With nac apps at your fingertips your quest for answers is a thing of the past. The New Apostolic Church provides timely answers to concrete questions such as, what is our teaching, what’s new, where is the nearest church?
September 10, 2024
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In the picture (3): communication is essential
A photographer’s first duty? To talk! Something he should do long before he pushes the button on his camera in a divine service. Speaking with the people involved helps everyone and opens up new possibilities. So what’s important?
September 9, 2024
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Rousing applause for children
Music is powerful: making music brings people together, builds bridges between the generations, lets people discover new things, and even raises money for a good cause.
September 6, 2024
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Letting compassion speak
Active charity is work—at least more work than writing out a cheque for a charitable cause. After all, we must meet the demands of everyday life. But with the right motivation, it can become something we do automatically. Here are some thoughts on the International Day of Charity.
September 5, 2024
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