New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church

About this church

New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church, often called Apples Church, is an ELCA congregation serving the Saucon Valley from a site with roots reaching to the late eighteenth century. Its present congregation dates to 1834. Sunday worship begins at 10:00 a.m. and includes Scripture, liturgy, singing, progressive preaching, and Holy Communion. The church also normally offers an informal service with the Lord's Supper at 4:30 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month, although those Saturday gatherings are suspended during July and August.

The building is wheelchair accessible, and Sunday services can be viewed through the church's YouTube channel. Apple's Preschool occupies the education wing and serves children ages three through five with a Christian emphasis, structured play, stories, movement, and age-based classes. The congregation's history is visible in features such as its pipe-organ tradition and “Christ in Gethsemane” stained glass. New Jerusalem meets at 3233 Apples Church Road, within reach of Bethlehem, Center Valley, Coopersburg, Hellertown, Riegelsville, and Springtown. During poor weather, visitors should check the official site or church phone message for cancellations.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 23, 2026. Sources: Official current worship schedule · Official worship and accessibility guide · Official congregation history · Official Apple's Preschool guide

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