What is an "era" but a fixed point in time in which a period of years is recognized ? When one speaks of the apostolic era, they are simply speaking of the "time period" in which the apostles were physically present upon the earth. There is absolutely nothing "inventive" whatsoever in this statement as I am certain that we will all agree that this is a fact. The apostles were physically present during this era or time period some 2,000 yrs. ago. How does any of what I have just said "distort the foundation that has already been laid" by these chosen of God apostles in whom I wholeheartedly affirm ? To further examine what might be your intended meaning and content , I can only extrapolate that you are a continuationist in the context of believing that the offices of apostles and prophets, much like the "gift of tongues" by today's understanding and interpretation (most generally adhere to all if they are a proponent of one) are still needed and in exisitence today ? If this is the case Crossfire, where and who are these apostles of today ? Were they handpicked by Christ Himself ? Will they be suffering a martyr's death like those of old ? Are the "signs and wonders" .......the miracles they are performing which testify to the fact that Jesus is truly who He claimed he was ......are these miracles of healing and the raising of the dead.....where can I read of them ? Would it be unreasonable for me to conclude that if "God is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow", ......so would His chosen apostles be also.....and the things that they perform as a testament to Christ's validity ? Furthermore, "The Acts Of The Apostles" of old is documented and written, inspired by the very Spirit of God Himself. Where can I find similar writings of the acts and words of the "continuation apostles" of the middle years and of today ?? Wouldn't they be serving in the same manner for the cause of Christ as were the true apostles some 2,000 yrs. ago ? Of course they would. And in like manner, so would the "gift of tongues' also be as they were at the pentecost ....i.e.....earthly languages miraculously spoken for the benefit of the non-believers present.