The Friedberg Story
This history article was written for Friedberg’s 200th anniversary by the Rev. John Giesler. It tells the story of Friedberg and the work and growth of the congregation from its founding until 1973.
This Week in Friedberg History: March
Spring of 1754 the community gardens were started in Bethabara and are now the oldest community gardens in the United States. On March 12, 1769 the new meeting house was consecrated by Rev. Richard Utley. The first lovefeast was served to those who wished to become members of the congregation, Rev. Richard Utley preached publicly […]
This Week in Friedberg History: February
February 8, 1755 was the 1st Lovefeast in Wachovia with bread since they now had a working mill. It was baked with half cornmeal and half flour. On Feb 9, 1781, several planters in the area were arrested by English Soldiers for being “enemies of the country” (the “country” refers to England). The identies of […]
Friedberg’s 250th Anniversary
Friedberg Moravian Church is celebrating the congregation’s 250th Anniversary in 2023. Special services and activities will be held throughout the year, including a Singstunde April 23, Anniversary Lovefeast May 7, Walk to Adam Spach’s homesite September 23, Praise and Worship Conference October 20-22, a commissioned choral anthem, and historical reflections. Our activities will be guided by scripture […]