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!
Palm Sunday –
Sun. March 29th at 8:00 & 10:30 am
On this day, we celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, where the crowds greeted him by shouting “Hosanna” and waving palm branches. Palm branches are handed out with the bulletins, and singing the joyous “Hosanna” is a beloved tradition.
The service features special music from our Music Ministry with most instrumental and voice choirs participating. The Palm Sunday service also includes a reading of the Passion, which narrates the story of Jesus’ suffering and crucifixion.
Moravian Readings
for Holy Week
Our service book “Readings for Holy Week” represents a harmony account of the Gospels. These readings tie together the Scriptures in a story-like format and are interspersed with the singing of hymn verses that relate to the events described.
Moravians have shared a version of this moving collection for more than 250 years and we continue to use it in services leading up to Easter each year.
Readings for Holy Week books are provided of course, but if you would like to purchase your own copy to use each year, please click here.
Holy Week Reading Services – Mon. Tues. & Wed. at 7:00 pm
Moravians have long had the practice of gathering each night of Passion Week to read the events of that day in Jesus’ life from the Scriptures. We use the “Readings for Holy Week” service book.
These worship services are relatively informal and fairly short in duration. There is no liturgy or sermon — the scriptures and hymns alone tell the story.
Maundy Thursday Holy Communion – Thurs. April 2th at 7:00 pm
Maundy Thursday is the most significant communion of the year for the Moravian Church, as it is the commemoration of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ. Jesus established the sacrament of Holy Communion as he celebrated the feast of Passover with his disciples.
Schoeneck Moravian Church practices open communion — if you have been baptized, regardless of denomination, we invite you to partake in the Sacrament of Holy Communion with us.
Good Friday – April 3
Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, suffered and died to save humanity from our sins and to restore our relationship with God.
1:45 pm – Holy Communion
Holy Communion is offered for those who were unable to join us for the Maundy Thursday Holy Communion.
2:30 pm – Good Friday Vigil
At this solemn worship service, we commemorate Jesus’ crucifixion, suffering, and death on the cross.
Great Sabbath Lovefeast – Sat. April 4th at 7:00 pm
In the Moravian tradition, the day between Christ’s crucifixion and His resurrection is called the Great Sabbath in memory of the time Jesus “rested” in the tomb.
It would have been a time of despair and confusion for the disciples as they sought to understand the treachery of Judas and the apparent murder of Jesus.
But we know the full story — Jesus’ death on the cross was not the end, but the beginning of humanity’s redemption.
Therefore, our Great Sabbath Lovefeast is a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope. It is a time of reflection; a time of preparation and anticipation as we await the arrival of Easter and the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Special Music is provided by our Brass Choir and the Senior Choir.
To learn more about our Holy Week Services, please click here.
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Our Easter worship services are ones of immense joy and hope, as we celebrate the victory of light over darkness, of life over death, and the depth of God’s love for humanity.
Easter Sunrise Service at 6:00 am
We begin our Easter Sunrise Service at ????? am in the church sanctuary. This service includes a processional walk to God’s Acre, Schoeneck’s cemetery.
God’s Acre is at the intersection of N. Broad St. Extension and Beil Avenue. Those who cannot walk up the hill are more than welcome to drive to the cemetery.
Our Easter Sunrise Service concludes in the cemetery with music provided by our Brass Choir.
Easter Breakfast at
approx. 7:00 am
Whether or not you attend the Easter Sunrise service, we invite you to join us for an Easter Breakfast buffet. It is hosted by the “Manly Men of Schoeneck” and begins immediately after the Easter Sunrise Service.
Resurrection Sunday Worship Services at 8:00 & 10:30 am
Our Easter worship services are profound reminders of the transformative power of faith and the enduring message of hope that resonates throughout the ages.
We pray our beloved and triumphant Easter liturgy. Special music is provided by all of the choirs in our Music Ministry.
This Month At SchoenecK
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
Schoeneck’s Prayer Shawl Ministry will gather again on Wed. April 1st in Room 11 at 6:00 pm for an hour before the Holy Wednesday service. We will knit or crochet prayer shawls, baby blankets, and chemo hats for those in need. Please bring yarn and your hooks or needles. Patterns will be supplied. If you would like to learn to knit or crochet, we can help with that! If you have any questions, please contact Donna Francisco.
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Moravian Readings for Holy Week Services – Holy Wednesday
A Journey of Faith and Renewal — Experience the depth of God’s love through our Moravian Readings for Holy Week. We gather each night at 7:00 pm of Passion Week to read the events of that day in Jesus’ life from the Scriptures. These “Readings for Holy Week” tie together the Scriptures in a story-like format and are interspersed with the singing of hymn verses that relate to the events described. Invite friends and family to join you for this sacred week of worship.
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Maundy Thursday Holy Communion – 7:00 pm
Join us for a reflective Maundy Thursday service at 7:00 pm on Thursday, April 2nd as we remember the night Jesus shared a final meal with his disciples. We’ll gather for Scripture, prayer, and communion as we reflect on Christ’s call to serve one another. All are welcome — bring a friend and share this meaningful service with them.
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Good Friday – 1:45 pm Holy Communion | 2:30 pm Good Friday Vigil
Join Us for Worship on Friday, April 3rd at 1:45 pm for Holy Communion and/or 2:30 pm for our Good Friday Vigil. On this solemn day, we reflect on the depth of Christ’s sacrifice through Scripture, music, and prayer. May God draw us into quiet reverence, renewed repentance, and steadfast hope in his redeeming love.
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Great Sabbath Lovefeast – 7:00 pm
Please join us at 7:00 pm on Saturday, April 4th for our Great Sabbath Lovefeast — a time of reflection, a time of preparation, and a time of hopeful anticipation as we await the arrival of Easter and the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. God can always turn our sunsets into sunrises.
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Resurrection Sunday
He is risen! Easter calls us to celebrate with joy and gratitude. Christ’s resurrection reminds us that darkness does not win and hope is always rising. Let’s rejoice together in the good news that transforms our lives. Please join us on Sunday, April 5th for Easter worship.
- 6:00 am – Easter Sunrise Service
- 7:00 am – Easter Breakfast
- 8:00 am – Easter Worship
- 9:15 am – Easter Fellowship
- 10:30 am – Easter Worship
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Joyful Noise Offering
A Joyful Noise Offering takes place on the first Sunday of each month. The children present will collect loose change from the congregation. 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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Schoeneck Women’s Fellowship
Schoeneck Women’s Fellowship will meet at 11:00 am on Wednesday, April 8th in the Fellowship Hall. All women are welcome to join us — we’d love to see you!
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Second Sunday of Easter – ACTS Musical Performance
Most Passion plays end with the Crucifixion. As Moravians, we are the Easter People. We want to see Easter and the Resurrection. We want to see more of the story, and that story continues into the book of Acts. ACTS, a new play written by Sarah Hriniak and featuring music written by Ryan Morrow, will be performed on Sunday, April 12th at the 10:30 am worship service. Come to worship and support our burgeoning Performing Arts Ministry! Learn some stories from the book of ACTS. See how the disciples ACTed on their faith. Be inspired to ACT and share your faith. Please Note: There is just one service on Sunday at 10:30 am.
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Grief Support Group via Zoom
If you are struggling with grief or the isolation that it can bring, please join our Grief Support Group. It is a safe environment where you can tell your story and express feelings freely, knowing that others will be understanding, non–judgmental, and supportive. Our next meeting is Tuesday, April 14th at 6:30 pm via Zoom. Please contact Ann–Louise Taylor to be added to the Zoom link for the Grief Support Group or for more information.
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Adopt-A-Highway Road Clean-Up
Join us on Saturday, April 18th, in celebration of Earth Day, as we clean-up our designated 2–mile section of Jacobsburg Road. Participants must be at least 8 years old, and at least one parent/guardian must accompany them. Meet in Schoeneck’s parking lot at 9:00 am. Please contact John Beitel through the Church Office for any questions.
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Third Sunday of Easter
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, but we also live-stream our 10:30 am worship service on YouTube for those who can’t join us in person.
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Blood Pressure Screenings
The Schoeneck Moravian Health & Wellness Ministry will be offering Blood Pressure Screenings on Sunday, April 19th 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 or speak with any member of Schoeneck’s Health & Wellness Ministry.
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Junior Youth Group — “Grease” at Nazareth Area High School
The Junior Youth Group will attend the matinee performance of NAHS’s “Grease” the musical and support our Senior Youth friends in the play! Tickets have already been purchased — please contact Lanie Yaswinski or Courtney Schnyderite with questions.
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Fourth Sunday of Easter
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, but we also live-stream our 10:30 am worship service on YouTube for those who can’t join us in person.
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Community Dinner
Schoeneck’s Community Dinners begin on Wednesday, April 29th with meatloaf. 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 – please contact Sharon Schuler or Gloria Floyd.
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2026 Congregational Watchword
For we did not follow cleverly devised myths when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but we had been eyewitnesses of his majesty. — 2 Peter 1:16