Change

In 1781 the Moravians received a letter from the Elders conference in Europe. It was addressed to all Moravians around the world. 

The Elders called for selfless dedication of all members, and reminded them that they belong not to themselves, but to God. The Elders also warned against fancy clothes and furniture - and allowing their children to marry outside the church.

This shows that it was not only the American Moravians that were questioning earlier values and attitudes. Indeed these issues would perplex both European and American Moravians well into the next century.