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Bethlehem’s Central Moravian Church set to host free screening of ‘Join or Die’ film at ArtsQuest
BETHLEHEM, February 24, 2025 – Today, Central Moravian Church in Bethlehem announced it will host a free community screening of Join or Die, a thought-provoking documentary exploring the decline of community engagement in America.
The event, made possible through the church’s Mental Health Team and funding from the Prime Fund, will take place 7 p.m. March 10 at Frank Banko Alehouse Cinema, ArtsQuest, Bethlehem.
Inspired by Robert Putnam’s influential book Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community, the film traces the unraveling of social connections over the past half-century.
“Social isolation is a real and present danger to our national discourse,” said Central Moravian Church Associate Pastor Rev. Josh Follweiler. “This film not only diagnoses the issue but also offers meaningful solutions. We invite the community to come together for this important conversation.”
Featuring insights from former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, and Harvard economist Raj Chetty, Join or Die highlights both the problem of social isolation and the innovative ways communities are working to rebuild civic life.
Tickets for the screening are free and can be reserved through ArtsQuest by visiting steelstacks.org/event/16890/join-or-die/ and selecting ‘Free Tickets.’
‘JOIN OR DIE’ SCREENING
When: 7 p.m. March 10
Where: Frank Banko Alehouse Cinema, ArtsQuest, Bethlehem
How Much: Free (tickets required, available online)
More information: [email protected]
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About Central Moravian Church
Central Moravian Church is an inclusive community of God’s people that assembles for worship, education, and fellowship as members of the worldwide Moravian Church. Our members are committed to meeting the needs of society and nurturing individuals on their spiritual journeys as we honor our Moravian heritage. We live our lives serving and fulfilling the mission of Christ in the world.