APOSTLE MINISTRY

The word “Apostle” derives from the Greek apóstolos which means “ambassador” in the New Testament.

Jesus Christ Himself directly gave His church only one ministry, namely the Apostle ministry. In His stead and by His commission, the Apostle ministry is to build the church and make redemption in Jesus Christ accessible to human beings who long for salvation.

Furthermore, the Apostle ministry is mandated to prepare believers for the return of Jesus Christ. The New Apostolic Church has more than 300 active Apostles worldwide, and currently eight in India.

Text Source: Catechism of the New Apostolic Church, Chapter 7.4

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Learn about Apostles in India and their Working Areas in 2018

Our Creed

The Apostle Ministry in the Fourth article of Faith

Our History

Read detailed information on the restoration of the Apostle ministry in the 19th century

Catechism

Learn more about the role and the authority of the Apostle Ministry

David Devaraj

Apostle since 1998

Born on 12th August 1959, he was ordained as an Apostle on 29th March 1998. Since he was appointed as District Apostle Helper for India in 2010, his working area includes all of India and Sri Lanka.

Devadas Basappa

Apostle Since 2017

Born on 11th July 1977, he was ordained as an Apostle on 12th November 2017. Apostle Devadas is looking after our congregations in Andhra Pradesh.

Fred Marihal

Apostle Since 2017

Born on 19th January 1976, he was ordained as an Apostle on 12th November 2017. Apostle Fred is currently working in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Karnataka, Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

Pravin Gajbhiv

Apostle Since 2013

Born on 10th January 1975, he was ordained as an Apostle on 8th November 2013. Apostle Pravin is currently serving in Delhi, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.

Prabhakar Beergi

Apostle Since 2017

Born on 13th October 1978, he was ordained as an Apostle on 12th November 2017. Apostle Prabhakar is currently serving our members in Telangana State.

Prem Mohan Ray

Apostle Since 2018

Born on 19th July 1970, he was ordained as an Apostle on 18 November 2018. Apostle Ray is taking care of the states Chhattisgarh and Odisha

Sanjay Shastri

Apostle Since 2002

Born on 15th September 1969, he was ordained as an Apostle on 23rd March 2002. Apostle Shastri serves our members and congregations in Gujarat, Maharashtra and a part of Chhattisgarh.

News

MH 12 CA 2023 – Register Now!

The much-awaited visit of our dear Chief Apostle is less than 150 days away! As …

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Heeding the Lord’s calling through decades of service

In February 2023, the New Apostolic Church India witnessed the retirement of two of its …

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Asia Apostles Meeting in Sri Lanka 2022

The scenic island country of Sri Lanka was chosen as the destination for the Asia …

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Jesus, our compassionate and loving High Priest

The Divine Service with our Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider in Sri Lanka was held at …

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Untiring Apostle Called to Serve in the Beyond

After a prolonged battle with a kidney disease, our retired Apostle Christranjan Nanda succumbed to …

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Honoring our Government

In accordance with God and Government Throughout the decades the New Apostolic Church in India …

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Trusting in God during these difficult times

For us here in India the year 2020 marks the 50 year milestone of the …

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First Apostles

Finding Strength and Connection in our Past As the world is grappling with this serious …

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Remembering the Life of Apostle Egnati Jagtap

We fondly remember our retired Apostle Egnati Lukas Jagtap who passed away suddenly in his …

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Seminars, Showcase and Service at Mattakkuliya

As the Apostles and their wives explored the streets of Colombo after their grueling three …

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Seminars in Colombo – Sri Lanka

The Asia Apostles Meet (Canada District) brought together Apostles and their spouses from Bangladesh, Cambodia, …

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A new Church in Upcot, Sri Lanka

On the 29th of September 2019, New Apostolic members from all across Sri Lanka came …

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Asia Apostles travel in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is an island country located in the Indian Ocean with a rich history …

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Showers of Thankfulness in Amath

District Apostle Helper (DAH) Devaraj was commissioned by Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider to place two …

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Dwelling in the House of the Lord in Banswara

District Apostle Helper (DAH) Devaraj was commissioned by Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider to place two …

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India Receives Blessings in Manila

What does the visit of our Chief Apostle in Manila have to do with India? …

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Proclaiming the Gospel in the Jungles of Odisha

When Chief Apostle Schneider visited Raipur in November 2017, three new Apostles were ordained for India. During …

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Apostle Pravin’s Visit Revives Indore Congregations

When all Apostles of India met in December 2017, Apostle Pravin Gajbhiv was entrusted with …

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Apostle Devadas’ First Visit to Vijayawada

After his ordination as an Apostle, Devadas Basappa was assigned with the state of Andhra …

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Our Apostles and their (new) Working Areas

When Chief Apostle Schneider visited Raipur in November 2017, the circle of the Apostles in India …

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Apostle Prabhakar’s First Visit to Jangaon

After his ordination as an Apostle, Prabhakar Beergi was assigned with the state of Telangana …

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Apostle Fred Marihal’s First Official Trip to Bidar

When Chief Apostle Schneider visited Raipur in November 2017, three new Apostles were ordained for India. …

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Demise of a True Pioneer

The retired Apostle Morris Daniel passed away on Thursday after a prolonged illness at the age …

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Apostles meet and gear up for 2018

Proverbs 29:18 rightly says that when there is no vision, the people perish. And that …

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Chief Apostle in Raipur: People of God, Do Not Fear!

After a meeting with the Apostles and Bishops, and an evening of showcasing India’s culture, …

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Apostles and Bishops Meet in Raipur (Part 2)

The highlight of the Apostles and Bishops Meet in Raipur was the address of our …

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Apostles and Bishops Meet in Raipur (Part 1)

All Apostles and Bishops from India and Bangladesh were invited from the 8th of November …

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Maiden Visit to Himalayan Congregations

2440 Kilometers, two flights, and a seven hours’ journey on the winding mountain roads is …

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The Future of the New Apostolic Church in India

“Unity in Diversity” is a term commonly used to describe India. Amidst a potpourri of …

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Faith Building in the Andaman Islands

Andaman Islands are synonymous with diving, snorkelling, and its breathtaking sceneries. But did you know …

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All India Apostles and Bishops Meeting

On 29 March 2016, an All India Apostles and Bishops Meeting, which spread across five …

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A Feast at Shadnagar

It was a very special and memorable day when our District Apostle Woll visited the …

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The Twelve Apostles in Cambodia

South-East Asia Meeting in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. A Warm Welcome In November 2015, Chief Apostle …

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Finding Gems among the Youth at Diamond Harbour

The congregations in West Bengal were eagerly awaiting the visit of District Apostle Helper David …

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In the Woods of Borigumma

Prayer, fellowship and fun A three-day event conducted by District Apostle Helper David Devaraj concluded …

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Retirements in Hongkong

In a Divine Service on Friday, Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider placed the two Apostles Devdas …

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Chief Apostle in Udaipur

During his journey to India in November 2013, Chief Apostle Schneider and his accompaniment visited …

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DOTY with our Chief Apostle

Our Chief Apostle conducted three Divine Services at different cities over the course of his …

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Special Blessing for Ministers and Wives

On his first journey to India, Chief Apostle Schneider visited the Shadnagar congregation near Hyderabad. …

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