24 May, 2026. During the Pentecost service of the New Apostolic Church in Cape Town, Helge Mutschler was ordained as Chief Apostle. He succeeds Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider, who retired after serving in this ministry for thirteen years at the head of the global...
Don’t be afraid. Just believe!
The motto given to us by the Chief Apostle for 2026 is “Don't be afraid. Just believe!” Each district around the globe is invited to create a logo for the year, and this year the logo to be used in the Western Pacific district is represented by butterflies moving...
It’s time to do good!
The motto given to us by the Chief Apostle for 2025 is “It's time to do good!” Each district around the globe is invited to create a logo for the year, and this year the logo to be used in the Western Pacific district is an image of the Bible being read by many. It is...
Changes to Word Service transmissions
Beginning the second week of August 2024, the transmitted word service will take place at an earlier time, and made available for viewing from 7:45pm New Zealand time on Wednesday evenings. The service will be available to all for approximately 48 hours. The process...
Prayer Works!
The motto given to us by the Chief Apostle for 2024 is “Prayer Works!” Each district around the globe is invited to create a logo for the year, and our members in Australia have provided the inspiration for a logo to be used in the Western Pacific district. Further...
Podcast: Word service liturgy
The District Apostle recently provided advice regarding the AVT services, where it was decided to define the difference between the liturgy of a transmitted service with the congregation present, and a service purely for transmission with no congregation present at...
Thanksgiving 2023
In a few short weeks we will celebrate Thanksgiving, and we can already use the days ahead to prepare for this event. We are pleased to share the altar decorations from last year, from many of the congregations in our Western Pacific district. 2022 Altar decorations
Pentecost 2023
On Sunday, 28 May, Chief Apostle Schneider will conduct the Pentecost divine service from the Tafelsig church in South Africa. This is the largest New Apostolic church building worldwide, with a seating capacity of more than 4,000. The Chief Apostle is accompanied by...
Serving and reigning with Christ
The motto given to us by the Chief Apostle for 2023 is “Serving and reigning with Christ”. Each district around the globe is invited to create a logo for the year, and our members in Japan have provided the inspiration for a logo to be used in the Western Pacific...
Thanksgiving Address
In the leadup towards the celebration of Thanksgiving, it is valuable to take some time to acknowledge all that we can be thankful for. After several years of restrictions and lockdowns, this Thanksgiving provides an opportunity for all to once again come into the...









