The 1751 Old Chapel

From its earliest days, the Old Chapel has been a sanctuary for community and connection. Originally welcoming both German settlers and local Native Americans, this historic building later drew visitors as notable as Benjamin Franklin and George Washington. Nearly three centuries later, the Chapel remains a living piece of history—still actively used today for Sunday worship, weddings, and memorial services.

The 1803-1806 Sanctuary

Constructed between 1803 and 1806, the Sanctuary hosts our 11 a.m. regular-season worship and 10 a.m. summer worship. With seating for more than 1,000 people, the Sanctuary also serves as a venue for numerous community and Moravian partner events, including programs with Moravian Academy, Moravian University, ArtsQuest, and the Bach Choir. The Church Choir, the Brass Ensemble, the Bethlehem Area Moravian Trombone Choir, and various instrumentalists and soloists provide special music throughout the year. The Sanctuary is also available for weddings, memorial services, and other church events, and features a newly installed, green-energy heating, cooling, and ventilation system.