apostoliryhmää

Apostoliryhmää is a Finnish term that translates to "apostolic group" or "apostolic movement." It generally refers to a Christian group or denomination that emphasizes a restorationist approach to faith, seeking to return to the practices and structures of the early Christian church as described in the New Testament. Key characteristics often include a strong focus on the authority of the apostles, the importance of spiritual gifts like prophecy and healing, and a belief in the ongoing relevance of apostolic ministry.

Such groups often see themselves as having been founded by apostles in modern times, who have received direct revelation or authority from God. This apostolic leadership is typically hierarchical, with apostles at the top. The term can encompass a variety of smaller, independent churches or networks, as well as larger, more established denominations that identify with this theological framework. While the term is primarily used within Finnish-speaking Christian communities, similar movements exist globally and may be referred to by different names in other languages. The emphasis on a restored, direct connection to the apostolic era is a defining feature, distinguishing them from many other Christian traditions.