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Central Moravian Church Offerings

Visit our friends, the Central Moravian Church for their various offerings throughout the year!

Visit our friends, the Central Moravian Church who are offering guided tours of their historic buildings!

1751 Old Chapel

Open for Visitors Fridays and Saturdays from 2 – 4 PM.

Guests will be welcomed to visit and learn more about the 1751 Old Chapel, the 2nd place of worship for the Moravians in Bethlehem where George Washington and Benjamin Franklin, as well as local Native Americans came to worship. The Chapel is still used for Sunday worship, memorial services, weddings, etc.

At 2 PM each Friday and Saturday, guests will be welcomed to join us to hear the reading of the Moravian Daily Text. This short daily devotion has been a part of Moravian tradition since 1731. Walk-ins are welcome.

1803 – 1806 Sanctuary

An evening view of the Moravian Church

Each half-hour, a 30-minute tour will be offered of the Sanctuary, as the third place of worship for the Moravians of Bethlehem. Join us to learn more not only about its architectural design, history of music and worship, but also the living ministries and unique traditions of Central Moravian Church today. Unique places like the 2nd floor Kleiner Saal will be included on this tour.

A suggested donation of $5 per person. Walk-ins are also welcome.

A gift shop with many unique Moravian items, as well as books and other gifts will be open.  

Guests should enter of the Northwest or Northeast doors, closest to the church green.

How To Arrange a Tour

Guided tours of the Sanctuary and Old Chapel can also be arranged by contacting the church office, office@centralmoravianchurch.org or 610-866-5661. Please note that outside of Friday and Saturday (2 -4 PM) there is limited availability due to church usage.

Service Schedule

  • 9 AM Old Chapel
  • 11 AM Sanctuary

*Check here for the special services, Lovefeasts, etc.

2025 Christmas Putz and Star & Candle Shoppe

Opens Black Friday, November 2 a8nd runs through December 31

Hours:

  • Thursdays 1-7 PM
  • Fridays 1-7 PM
  • Saturdays 10 AM – 8 PM
  • Sundays 1-5 PM

Located in the Christian Education Building, 40 W Church Street. (Follow the signs!)

Free Concerts Calendar 2024-2025

Please check here for updates to the 2024-2025 concert listings.

Listen to an afternoon of Sacred Jazz in the Old Chapel.

Music From The Community at Central Moravian Church

The Bach Choir Performs on select Tuesdays from 12-1 PM.

2025 dates: March 11, April 8

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Central Moravian Church

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