The New Apostolic Church Concludes Its 2013 Anniversary Year

Zurich. The New Apostolic Church marked the conclusion of its anniversary year in 2013, a year filled with national and international events. Founded in 1863 within a small apostolic-Catholic parish in Hamburg, Germany, the church now has over ten million members worldwide, gathering in more than 60,000 communities. The anniversary year highlighted significant milestones and transitions within the church’s leadership.

A key event during the anniversary year was the Pentecost celebration in May 2013. This event marked the retirement of Wilhelm Leber, who had served as the spiritual leader of the church for eight years. The service took place in Hamburg, where the church’s origins began over 150 years ago. The anniversary was used to reflect on the past and to build strength for the future.

The transition in leadership was notable, with Jean-Luc Schneider, a 54-year-old from France, appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer. Schneider had previously held the position of Deputy Chief Executive Officer under Leber and was involved in the 2012 Pentecost service. His role as Deputy Chief Executive Officer provided him with the opportunity to prepare for his new responsibilities, gradually taking on leadership roles in the territorial governments of France and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The anniversary year also saw the conclusion of the Pentecost service on May 19, 2013, which was followed by a period of reflection and preparation for the future. The church’s leadership emphasized the importance of continuity and the need to uphold its teachings and mission as it moved forward. The events of the anniversary year underscored the church’s commitment to its community and its global presence.

Source: Read the original report (translated from French)