Regular Divine Services Resume on ABC Islands Following Priest Ordination

Apostle Peter Klene from the Netherlands visited the ABC islands—Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao—in September 2018. His journey began with a divine service in Aruba, where a New Apostolic congregation is located. He then conducted a service on Bonaire, where a brother from Curaçao was ordained as a Priest. This ordination allowed the Curaçao congregation to participate in the service. The Priest, Overman, will now assist in conducting divine services across the three islands alongside other Priests from the Netherlands. This development is seen as a positive step for the congregations in the region.

In Suriname, a joint project between the New Apostolic Church in the Netherlands and the charity NAK-karitativ from Germany helped restore a parish hall in the village of Balingsoela. The building, initially started in 2014, fell into disrepair due to a crisis and unrest. The New Apostolic Church Suriname and Stichting Corantijn Nederland purchased the property and converted it into a multifunctional space. The renovated complex now includes two apartments, a store, a daycare centre, a village shop, a classroom, and a playground. The property was officially inaugurated on 9 August 2018, with Bishop Ruud Vis handing over the keys to the mayor of the village.

In the Philippines, a powerful typhoon struck on 15 September 2018, causing significant destruction, particularly on the island of Luzon. The storm, with winds up to 250 kilometres per hour, resulted in over 81 fatalities. The damage is estimated in the billions, leaving communities in chaos. The New Apostolic Church in the Philippines, through its relief organisation NACSEA Relief Fund, responded by sending a team to assist with relief efforts. The organisation’s involvement highlights the Church’s commitment to supporting communities in times of crisis.

The New Apostolic Church’s activities in these regions reflect its dedication to both spiritual and practical support. From conducting divine services in remote locations to restoring community facilities and providing disaster relief, the Church’s efforts underscore its role in serving congregations and the broader community. These actions align with the Church’s mission to offer care, guidance, and support to those in need.

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