On August 10, 2025, District Apostle Schnabel conducted a service in Panama, with 584 members present. During this divine service, Apostle Thomas Schmidt received the assignment of Lead Apostle. 

… in the presence of Your saints I will wait on Your name, for it is good.
Psalm 52:9

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Church’s work in Panama, District Apostle Schnabel delivered a meaningful message, drawing from Ruth 1:16. 

Chief Apostle Jean-Luc Schneider visited Panama City, Panama, on January 23 - 25, 2026, bringing encouragement, clarity, and pastoral depth to ministers and congregations alike.