New Apostolic Church Plans New Church Construction in Morat

The New Apostolic Church is launching a new church project in Morat, Switzerland, as part of its ongoing efforts to meet the growing needs of its congregation. The initiative, spearheaded by Andreas Grossglauser, the Swiss spokesman for the church, aims to establish a new building by 2016. The site, located in a meadow near Champ Olivier’s roundabout between Morat and Courgevaux, features a planned bell tower approximately nine metres high. The project also involves deciding the future of the existing church, built in 1978, and the land it occupies.

The New Apostolic Church, founded in 1863, is a Christian denomination with approximately ten million members globally and around 34 million in Switzerland. Its international headquarters is based in Zurich. The church’s teachings are rooted in the scriptures and emphasize the imminent return of Jesus Christ. The new church in Morat is intended to provide space for worship and religious education, with a capacity of 130 seating positions. The building will include a main room, teaching spaces, and a small kitchen, along with a disabled toilet.

Andreas Grossglauser highlighted the need for additional space, noting that the church’s membership has grown from about 50 to over 200 members in 40 years, with 130 actively involved. The new facility is expected to accommodate the congregation’s future needs. The project reflects the church’s commitment to expanding its presence and services within the community.

The New Apostolic Church continues to develop its leadership and regional structures. In 2026, Brigitte Glur-Schüpfer, a theologian, was solemnly installed as the new regional head of the diocesan region of St. Verene, succeeding Edith Rey Kühntopf. This appointment underscores the church’s focus on leadership and pastoral care within its expanding network.

Source: Read the original report (translated from French)