As the New Apostolic Church continued to gather membership, brothers from North America came to teach the New Apostolic faith in India for many years. The doctrine and teachings of the church were new to translators and as a result more than 90% was lost in translation!
Many Tongues of Faith
It was the vision of the District Apostle Erwin Wagner to have Indians teaching in their own local languages. This would help minimize any misunderstanding and bring clarity about the doctrine, building a stronger foundation for faith.
The Teaching Program
In 1997, the Teaching Program in Hyderabad was launched, with the late District Evangelist John Addison training 40 nominated brothers. Through the years similar such trainings have produced faculty members who now teach ministerial brothers, Sunday School teachers, members and guests.
Through the years, the teaching program has enabled members to feel a sense of community and hope. It has not only strengthened the faith of members but has also allowed for shared spaces of learning, joy and unity. We continue to learn from each other and teach each other through the way that we live our lives and profess our faith. In doing so, may we continue the good work that was begun in us.