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We offer intercessory prayers for eternal peace for those who lost their lives in the Noto Peninsula earthquake and extend our deepest sympathies to the victims, their relatives and all concerned. We also pay our deepest respects to those who are working hard in the relief efforts in the affected areas.

Divine Service on Ascension Day - at 8:00 p.m. on 9 May, 2024

The Divine Service will be broadcast￫ around 10 a.m. on the day of the service. The link of Zoom will be announced later.  

 

 

Divine service on Sunday and "Ochakai" -  at 10:30 a.m. on 12 May, 2024  

The Divine Service will be broadcast￫ around 10 a.m. on the day of the service. The link of Zoom will be announced later.

 

Past sermons of Services ￫

Volunteers: the greatest asset of the Church (04.05.2024)

The greatest asset of the Church is the readiness of so many brothers and sisters to commit themselves to their congregation and beyond. A thank-you from the Chief Apostle by video.  

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Lead-up to Pentecost (03.05.2024)

God reveals Himself as Trinity. The self-revelation of God is concluded in the Pentecost event, the grand finale. The divine services in the month of May revolve around the promise, sending, and efficacy of the Holy Spirit.

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“Suffering is not necessary for salvation” (01.05.2024)

Suffering is neither an obligation nor is it a guarantee that we will really partake in the resurrection. And Jesus’ suffering was only one stage, followed by His resurrection. The Chief Apostle recently explained in a divine service how we can follow this path.

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Food for thought - In conversation with God (05.2024)

Divine service is a dialogue with God. This exchange is only possible because God has given humans an ability that distinguishes them from all other living beings.

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Spotlight 9/2024: What role models teach us with their prayers (30.04.2024)

Moses, Hezekiah, or Paul—the Bible gives us great role models for prayer. District Apostle Opemba Ekhuya from Kenya in East Africa explains what we can learn from them as he reflects on our 2024 motto “Prayer works!”

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Merciful as God is merciful (24.04.2024)

God is merciful and kind to us, which is why we too must be merciful. It is clear that we cannot become like God. But Jesus shows us the direction in which we must move.

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Laying down our own crown before God (23.04.2024)

God is eternal, our own earthly existence is limited. God is omnipotent, whereas we often feel powerless. God’s thoughts are much higher than the human mind can comprehend. How can we then worship God appropriately? Following are some inspiring thoughts underlining our annual motto “Prayer works!”

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A moment of church as Jesus desires it (18.04.2024)

Divine service celebrates the encounter between God and human beings. And Holy Communion is the central act. It serves as a model for today and gives a foretaste of tomorrow. Here is what makes this fellowship what it is.

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Spotlight 8 / 2024: “Whatever He says to you, do it.” (14.04.2024)

Banging against a windowpane like a fly even though there is an open window right next to it … Humans often behave in a similarly bizarre way when it comes to how God answers their prayers. But listening to God is important, says District Apostle Helper Thomas Deubel from Switzerland.

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"StayStaying Connected" - Christ's path of Passion" (13.04.2024)

As we prepare for the Good Friday and Easter Sunday divine services, you are invited to listen to the Passiontide podcast series created in recent years, which is now available. (Produced by New Apostolic Church Western Pacific District)

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"Staying Connected" - Interview with District Apostle Schulte (06.04.2024)

Interview with District Apostle Schulte to learn his thoughts on the celebration of Easter.  This video is Japanese version.  

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“Staying Connected” - The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ (01.04.2024)

Hello and Welcome again to “Staying Connected”, a series of conversations and interviews aimed at promoting our fellowship and enhancing our understanding and knowledge of the Apostolic doctrine. In this podcast, we look at the “crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ.”

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Past articles￫