Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
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GwenMoravian Missionary John Heckewelder Documented “Scissors Metaphor” of Native American Displacement
John Heckewelder, a Moravian missionary and chronicler of the Lenape or Delaware people, is remembered for his efforts to document and preserve the culture of the Native Americans...
Becky Lepore Accepts Call as Pastor of Congregational Life at Central Moravian Church
Becky Lepore has accepted a call to serve as Pastor of Congregational Life at Central Moravian Church in Bethlehem, effective July 1. The announcement was made during the...
Central Moravian Church Celebrates 150th “Bach at Noon” Concert with Free Public Event
Bach at Noon, a monthly concert series held on the second Tuesday of each month, returned to its home at Central Moravian Church in Bethlehem for its 150th...
Bethlehem’s family homeless shelter now has a site, and a state grant to create it
Bethlehem will soon host the Lehigh Valley’s first non-congregate emergency family shelter, made possible by a $1.45 million state grant. The property at 232-234 W. Packer Ave., owned...
Bethlehem’s Moravian Church Settlements Designated UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Moravian Church Settlements in Bethlehem have been officially recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, marking a significant milestone for the historic community. The decision was announced during...
Advent Moravian Church Honors Longtime Secretary Marlene J. German with Angel Award Recognition
Marlene J. (Zimmerman) German, 85, of Bethlehem, passed away on October 1, 2026, at Moravian Village in Bethlehem. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Juliet...
