Who We Are

Macedonia Moravian Church is a community of faith rooted in over 200 years of Moravian tradition. We’re committed to worshiping God, caring for one another, and serving our neighbors.

Our Mission

We exist to provide a spiritual home where people can connect with God, grow in faith, build meaningful relationships, and discover opportunities to make a positive difference in our community. For over two centuries, Macedonia Moravian Church has been a beacon of faith in Davie County. Our doors are open to all who seek to grow in their relationship with God and serve our community with love and compassion.

Our Community

We welcome people from all backgrounds and life circumstances, and from every path and story. Whether you prefer jeans or dress clothes, whether you’ve been following Christ for years or are just exploring faith—there’s a place for you here.

This sense of belonging extends to every part of church life, including how we give. Giving is an act of faith, and the life and ministry of our church are sustained by the generosity of those who are able to contribute. Their support keeps our ministries alive — from worship and education to outreach and care. Yet still we hold close the lesson of the widow’s mite: that the heart behind a gift matters more than its size. We’re grateful for every contribution, and we value and welcome each person equally—regardless of financial ability.

History

Every great church has an origin story. Ours begins in 1854 with an invitation that felt like destiny.

The Call

In 1854, several Davie County families wanted more than the occasional traveling preacher. They wanted a church home. So they invited Reverend Francis Hagen, a Moravian pastor and composer of the hymn “Morning Star, O Cheering Sight,” to come preach at their local one-room schoolhouse. The founding reverend was reminded of Acts 16, where the Apostle Paul receives a vision of someone pleading, “Come over to Macedonia and help us!” He answered the call.

On September 16, 1854, at Cope’s School House, Hagen preached. At the close of that first service five or six people came forward saying they wanted to become Christians and follow Jesus Christ. It was electric. Hagen was so moved that he began weekly Wednesday visits, accepting the trek without fail into the treacherously untamed countryside.

Building the Dream

The growing group of believers didn’t want to meet in a borrowed schoolhouse forever. By spring 1855, they were cutting logs and raising walls. By Christmas, they had built a 24-by-30-foot log church—modest but theirs. The sanctuary complied with standard antebellum practices —separate doors for men and women, and a second gallery reserved for enslaved people. Yet remarkably, an enslaved individual was among the less than twenty founding members, an exceptionally rare inclusion for the time. This surely was a testament to the Moravians’ pursuit of divine oneness and mission to the fettered, all while still moving within the day’s societal constraints.

The official dedication in May 1856 wasn’t a quiet ribbon-cutting; it was a two day spiritual spectacular, drawing Moravian leaders from as far as Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The preaching was intense, the music transcendent, the prayers fervent. Davie County had never seen anything like it.

A Tradition of Transformation

Established in the wake of the Second Great Awakening that saw a widespread return to and embrace of Christianity, Macedonia Moravian Church carried forward a tradition of passionate faith from its earliest days. Two-week evangelistic campaigns became a signature, with nightly services that brought both new believers and renewed devotion to Jesus Christ. These gatherings stirred hearts, awakened souls, and brought people into the fold with newfound conviction and spiritual fire. But the impact extended beyond personal transformation—revival meetings fostered collaboration among denominations and inspired believers toward reform movements, building a more compassionate and connected world.

Building Through Generations

Our facilities have grown with our mission:

• 1878: Larger frame church
• 1922: Parsonage built (pastor’s home)
• 1928: Modern brick sanctuary with electricity
• 1964: Current worship facility
• 1968: Parsonage rebuilt/enlarged
• 1991: Christian education and fellowship wing

Each expansion represented our commitment to serve our growing community better. In recent decades we’ve evolved in new ways—contemporary worship, youth ministry focus, diverse programming, expanded staff, and updated technology—but we’ve never changed our core purpose: providing a place where people connect with God and serve others.

Today’s Macedonia

The church that started with a preacher answering a “Macedonian call” 170 years ago is still answering that call—inviting people to “come over and help us” build a community of faith, hope, and love. Walk into Macedonia now and you’ll hear contemporary music, see active youth programs, and experience a church that honors its 170-year-old roots while embracing modern ministry. Our history shows what’s possible when people respond to God’s call and build something meaningful together—a legacy we’re honored to carry forward, one generation at a time.