Study Resources (Ongoing)

Monthly Theme: May 2026

A New Era

How does each sermon connect to this theme?

The sermons in the month of May bring us into a new era - the time of the Holy Spirit, the church, and apostolic activity. This new era is filled with gifts, but also mission, calling, and responsibility.

• Sunday, May 3: Peter confronts the religious leaders with new boldness in proclaiming that Christ alone saves. We are called to be bold, grounded in the resurrection and salvation of Christ, and in prayer.

• Sunday, May 10: Paul reminds the congregation in Philippi of the upward call of Christ. This call is a gift and responsibility, encouraging us to let go of that which is behind, and reach out to then divine calling that we have received from God.

• Thursday, May 14: On this day we celebrate Jesus’ ascension. Jesus came from the Father, was sent into the world, and returned to the Father. Through His identity and mission, He gives us a new identity and mission. Paradoxically, through His leaving, He gives us new presence.

• Sunday, May 17: The Holy Spirit empowers us not only to follow Christ, but to live as a witness, so that the presence, power, and character of Jesus Christ are clearly seen by those around us.

• Sunday, May 24: On this Sunday, we celebrate Pentecost with our Chief Apostle. The sermon is founded on 1 Corinthians 12:13, where Paul describes a new kind of community - the body of Christ - where members are united, stand in solidarity, and develop together prompted by the Holy Spirit. (No study guide since there is a webcast.)

• Sunday, May 31: The Israelites had the Aaronite blessing spoken over them. In this new era, the trinitarian blessing is both a gift of God’s grace, love, and communion, and also a call to extend those gifts to others, especially in the fellowship of our congregations.

May this month bring a burst of fresh life and inspiration of the Holy Spirit, as we look forward to the feast of Pentecost.

John S. Schnabel [USA District Apostle]

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2026 Annual motto: "Don’t be afraid. Just believe!" 

A special message from Chief Apostle Schneider - video

New motto for 2026 - "Don’t be afraid; just believe!" - Learn more about this new theme from the church theologian

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May 2026 - Chief Apostle service in Philippines - video

April 2026 - Chief Apostle service in Canada - video

Jan 2026 - Chief Apostle service in Panama City, Panama - video

Feb 2026 - District Apostle service in SF Metro area - video

2025 A special message from Chief Apostle Schneider - video

Here are some additional resources:

• Doing good: high time to take some time - additional thoughts from Chief Apostle on motto

• New Apostolic Church Southern Africa | Behind the Word -  "It’s time to do good!" - theological background

And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith. ~ Galatians 6: 9–10

Dist AP Schnabel Christmas service  - video

Apostle Fendt - teaching on thanksgiving - video

Chief Apostle service from Canada - video

Chief Apostle service from India - video

Chief Apostle service from Zambia - video

Chief Apostle service from Germany - video

Apostle Fendt - teaching on prayer - video

For your journey - God of the Old Testament or God of the New Testament? - video

Apostle W. Schmidt teaching on concept of "Being Engaged Dual Citizens" [video]

Apostle W. Schmidt teaching on concept of "The Church and You" [video]

Pentecost 2025 - Pentecost service, here are links to a summary, service transcript, and service video in English. Additionally, you can read here about our new Chief Apostle Helper Helge Mutschler.

Apostle Fendt - teaching on Spiritual blessings - video

District Apostle Schnabel preached a sermon in Dallas, Texas on March 23, 2025  - video

A special Christmas message from Dist Apostle Schnabel  - video

Apostle Fendt - teaching on Thanksgiving - video

Special Thanksgiving message from District Apostle Schnabel on Youtube - video

Apostle Fendt - teaching on CAp service - video

Chief Apostle service from SF, USA - video

Apostle Fendt - teaching on repentence - video

Chief Apostle J-L. Schneider | SHINE, Pan-American Youth Summit - video

For your journey - Mental Health and Suicide - video

Apostle Fendt - Why we go to church - video

Interview with CAp Schneider at a Youth event 

Apostle Fendt - Teaching on Most Holy Faith - video

Chief Apostle DIvine service - Zambia  6.30.24 video

NAC Community Magazine - enjoy the latest publication about the church around the world

Service for the departed

Our next Service for the departed will be conducted on Sunday, 1 March 

Here's a few resources to help us prepare for this special day:

Being a help to the dead is an expression of God's will

In all churches there are memorial ceremonies and services—defined to a greater or lesser extent—for loved ones who have passed away. Some Orthodox denominations celebrate with bread and cake at the grave. Other churches celebrate services of remembrance. The New Apostolic Church celebrates divine services for the departed three times each year.

NAC Catechism Questions and Answers version - See Section 9 Life after death [starting on pg 177]

Sacraments can also be of help to the departed. 

This is not only professed by the New Apostolic faith, but is also taught in the Catholic Church and in Orthodox Christianity. Following is a look at the bigger picture.

The other side of creation

Before a divine service for the departed, the hereafter seems to be especially near. Yet, what can we say offhand about this other world? Here are some answers from the Bible and the Catechism.

Dist Apostle Schnabel NAC USA Announcements - Winter 2025

Please click here to read the letter sent by our District Apostle for the Advent season.

"When we make the effort to make the return of Christ​ more existent, more concrete in our lives, a greater hope is awakened in us, and a source​ of comfort is unleashed. This will have a major effect on our souls if done properly: we will​ experience godly peace and joy in the assurance that nothing can delay His coming or​ prevent the plan of salvation from being completed."

• NAC USA continues to publish new Small Group discussion content based on the series "The Chosen". 

• Together Conference in June 26-28 2026: visit www.together.nac-usa.org for more information. Registration is now open.

For more information, please contact us 😇