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What makes Bethlehem’s Moravian Church settlement so unique? PBS NewsHour explored this question in our community, featuring insights from Rev. Janel Rice and Charlene Donchez Mowers.
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A journey through history: Discover Bethlehem’s Moravian treasures Discover the rich history and cultural significance of the Moravian Church Settlements — Bethlehem with our new Visitor Guide. This convenient companion provides insights into the World Heritage-designated locations, the story of Bethlehem’s…
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Moravian Church Settlements – Bethlehem: Our newest World Heritage Site On July 26, 2024, the United States celebrated its 26th UNESCO World Heritage Site with the inscription of the historic Moravian Church Settlement in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania —alongside settlements in Herrnhut,…
Moravians’ religious past in Bethlehem offers lessons for living now
By Rev. Janel RiceSenior Pastor, Central Moravian Church Published Sept. 7, 2024 in The Morning Call In the mid-1700s a Welsh woman named Mary Penry was accepted into the Moravian Community of Bethlehem, and more specifically as a member of…
The City of Bethlehem announces Moravian Church Settlements — Bethlehem’s UNESCO World Heritage Site designation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEPress Conference scheduled for 10 a.m. (EDT) Wednesday, August 7 BETHLEHEM, PA, August 2, 2024 — On Friday, July 26, 2024 in New Delhi, India, it was announced that the Moravian Church Settlements — Bethlehem, along with Gracehill,…
The Story Behind the UNESCO World Heritage Symbol
BY CRAIG LARIMERMoravian Church Settlements — Bethlehem Since Moravian Church Settlements — Bethlehem has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you may soon see these “Patrimonio Mundial” logos popping up around town. As a designer who’s always interested in the creative…