Welcome!
Welcome to Schoeneck Moravian Church, located in a “beautiful corner” of Nazareth, Pennsylvania!
Are you visiting Schoeneck for the first time? Looking for a church home in the Lehigh Valley? Perhaps you are just interested in learning more about Schoeneck Moravian Church and experiencing Moravian worship?
We are so glad you are visiting our website — you can learn more about what we do at Schoeneck and about the heritage and traditions of the Moravian Church. We encourage you to look at the various pages to see the many different ways we are living out our mission statement of following Jesus in loving and serving all.
Join Us For Worship!
We hope you will be inspired by what you see here to join us for worship.
Our worship services are on Sundays at 8:00 am and 10:30 am,
with Sunday School for children, youth, and adults at 9:15 am.
We encourage you to join us in person for worship in our beautiful sanctuary. Congregational worship is our shared opportunity for spiritual growth and faithful fellowship. When we worship together, a special bond is formed between us that comes from feeling Jesus Christ’s presence among us. Come add your voice, your spirit, and your smile — we can’t wait to worship with you!
We live-stream our 10:30 am worship service on YouTube for those who can’t join us in person. Please click here to view the most recent live-stream, or to see videos of past worship services.
For your convenience, our sanctuary is air-conditioned and universally accessible.
Please click here for more information about our worship services.
We can’t wait to see you in church!
Thanksgiving Eve Lovefeast
Wednesday, November 26th at 7:00 pm
During our Thanksgiving Eve Lovefeast we remember the Lord’s goodness and give thanks to God for all the many blessings he has bestowed upon us. The service includes many familiar harvest songs and features special music from our Senior Choir. The lovefeast consists of Moravian sugar cake with a choice of chocolate milk or lightened coffee.
Bring the whole family and invite a friend to worship with you! Come with a grateful heart.
Please Join Us — All Are Welcome!
The Season of Advent
The season of Advent is when we prepare our hearts and minds for the arrival of Christ. It is a time of soul-searching, but also a time of joyful anticipation of that great day on which we celebrate Emmanuel – which means “God with us.”
At Schoeneck, Advent is a contemplative season of expectation, of candlelight, and of reflections on hope, peace, love, and joy. We celebrate by placing an Advent wreath of evergreen branches in the sanctuary with four candles surrounding a central Christ candle. One candle is lit each Sunday and the flame of each new candle reminds us that something is happening. . . And something more is still to come!
The First Sunday of Advent — Sun. Nov. 30th at 8:00 & 10:30 am
The readings for the first Sunday in Advent assure us that God will fulfill all his promises through the birth of Jesus. For this reason the first Advent candle represents HOPE.
Advent Candlelight Holy Communion — Sun. Nov. 30th at 4:30 pm
On the First Sunday of Advent, we celebrate the sacrament of Holy Communion at a special worship service in the late afternoon. Many people find this contemplative service to be one of the best ways to prepare spiritually for the season. We also invite you to stay after the worship service for a Fellowship Dinner in our Fellowship Hall. Schoeneck Moravian Church practices open communion – if you have been baptized, regardless of denomination, you are welcome to partake in the sacrament of Holy Communion with us.
A Quiet Christmas — Wed. Dec. 3rd at 7:00 pm
As we begin this joy-filled celebration of Advent, we know that there are those for whom this season might not be a time of joy or anticipation. Whether you’re grieving, feeling weary, or just need a moment of peace, we come together as a community to love and support one another. This service makes space during this busy, holiday time to reflect, find comfort, encouragement, and hope. Individuals attending will be invited to light candles as we remember loved ones no longer with us. All are welcome.
The Second Sunday of Advent — Sun. Dec. 7th at 8:00 & 10:30 am
The readings for the second Sunday concern Christ’s birth in Bethlehem and other prophecies, so the candle is often called the “Bethlehem candle” and represents PEACE.
The Third Sunday of Advent — Sun. Dec. 14th 10:30 am only
The readings for the Third Sunday of Advent relate to John the Baptist, and the candle may be called the “shepherds candle” and represents JOY.
Schoeneck’s Music Ministry will be presenting a Christmas Cantata — Morning Star Rises, featuring the Senior Choir, our Junior and Senior Handbell Choirs as well as brass, organ, and piano. This beloved service of lessons and carols will feature many of the great songs of the Christmas season. Please join us for this festive service — you won’t want to miss it!
The Fourth Sunday of Advent — Sun. Dec 21st at 8:00 & 10:30 am
The readings for the fourth Sunday relate to the annunciation of Christ’s birth, for which the Magnificat or “Song of Mary” may be featured. The candle is known as the “Angel’s candle” and represents LOVE.
Schoeneck’s Sunday School will present their annual Christmas Program at the 10:30 am worship service. Our Sunday School students will share the story of the birth of Christ through a traditional Christmas Pageant of Scripture and Song. Enjoy music from our talented youth, join in singing beloved hymns, and find comfort in the familiar words as we journey through the Advent Season. All are welcome!
For more information on the Advent Season, please click here.
Please Join Us — All Are Welcome!
This Month At SchoenecK
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All Saints’ Lovefeast
We will observe All Saints’ Sunday with a lovefeast. This is a time to remember and give thanks for those who have gone before us in faith — family, friends, and fellow believers who have touched our lives and pointed us to Christ. Join us in worship as we give thanks for their witness.
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Joyful Noise Offering
A Joyful Noise Offering takes place on the first Sunday of each month. Proceeds go to Moravian Open Door, a non-profit organization committed to providing transitional housing and supportive services to those experiencing homelessness, those who are distressed, and the underserved population of New York City.
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Spider Web Social
Please join us for this annual Schoeneck tradition sponsored by the Senior Youth Group! Our Spider Web Social will be held on Sun. Nov. 2nd after the 10:30 am worship service. We will have a potluck luncheon — please bring your favorite dish to share! Bring your children, grandchildren, cousins, friends, and neighbors! Untangle your “spider web” string and receive a spooktacular prize! Two webs will be set up: one for kiddos and one for adults!
Nov
9
Chief Elder Holy Communion
We will celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion, affirming our Lord Jesus Christ as the Head and Chief Elder of our Moravian Church.
Nov
9
Candle Trimming for Christmas Eve Services
Candle trimming for our Christmas Eve candlelight services will take place on Sun. Nov. 9th following the 10:30 am service. All dieners and anyone interested in helping trim candles should meet in Fellowship Hall. A light lunch will be provided. There is a sign–up sheet on the bulletin board outside the Church Office. Please contact Lori Hahn or the Church Office if you have any questions.
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Schoeneck Women’s Fellowship
Schoeneck Women’s Fellowship will meet at 11:00 am on Wednesday, November 12th in the Fellowship Hall. All women are welcome to join us — we’d love to see you!
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16
Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost
Join us for worship at 8:00 and 10:30 am with Sunday School for children, youth, and adults at 9:15 am.
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Blood Pressure Screenings
The Schoeneck Moravian Health Ministry will be offering Blood Pressure Screenings on Sunday, November 16th after both worship services. Schoeneck’s Health Ministry provides this free service to any member of the congregation who is interested. If you would like more information, just stop by the Health Ministry room.
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19
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Schoeneck’s Community Thanksgiving Dinner is on Wed. Nov. 19th. We will be serving turkey. Mobile pick-up is from 4:00–5:30 pm (or while supplies last). Schoeneck Members: We are once again looking forward to those yummy homemade desserts! We are also looking for additional helpers — you can just come to the Church Kitchen at 10 am or contact Sharon Schuler or Gloria Floyd for more information.
Nov
23
Reign of Christ
We joyfully welcome all worshipers to this celebration of his reign — ushering us into the peace and justice of God’s kingdom. Come, take your place among the gathered faithful, and offer your worship to the King of all. Don’t forget to wear PURPLE to honor Christ the King!
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23
Junior Youth Cards & Cookie Making
Our Junior Youth Group will be making cards and cookies for our homebound members on Sunday, November 23rd. We will meet after church, eat lunch, and then make cards and bake cookies to be included in gift baskets for homebound members. All children in grades 3–6 are welcome to join us! Contact Lanie Yaswinski or Courtney Schnyderite to RSVP and with any questions.
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26
Thanksgiving Eve Lovefeast
We will hold our annual Thanksgiving Eve Lovefeast on Wednesday, November 26th at 7:00 pm. When we give thanks in the truest sense of the word, we offer God our praises and acknowledge to Him that He is the Giver of every good and perfect gift. The service includes many familiar harvest songs and features special music from our Senior Choir. Bring the whole family and invite a friend to worship with you!
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30
First Sunday of Advent
The season of Advent is when we prepare our hearts and minds for the arrival of Jesus Christ. At Schoeneck, it is a contemplative season of expectation, of candlelight, and of reflections on hope, peace, love, and joy. The readings for the first Sunday in Advent relate to the Old Testament patriarchs who were Christ’s ancestors and assures us that God will fulfill all his promises through the birth of Jesus. For this reason the first Advent candle is called the “Prophecy candle” and represents HOPE.
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Sunday Funday!
The Sunday School is holding a Sunday Funday on Sun. Nov. 30th from 9:15–10:15 am in the Fellowship Hall. All Schoeneckians are invited — all ages from 0 to 100 and whether or not you are a regular participant in Sunday School. We will have some Advent/Christmas music from the GoFish Guys an, some yummy snacks, and a craft while we learn about the meaning and importance of Advent. Please join us!
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Advent Holy Communion
We will celebrate the sacrament of Holy Communion in celebration of the beginning of Advent on Sun. Nov. 30th at 4:30 pm. Many people find this special service to be one of the best ways to prepare spiritually for the season. This candlelight service is one of contemplation, prayer, and song. We also invite you to stay after the worship service for a Fellowship Dinner in our Fellowship Hall.
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2025 Congregational Watchword
Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the
world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.”
— John 14:27