The Moravian Church records of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania have his membership listed as "Franz Joseph Ludwig born 25 May 1766, Wenewitz,(sp), Silesia. Joined Church at Niesky in 1784" Franz Joseph emmigrated to USA in 1786. So I guess that means he probably was baptized a Catholic.
So do you think Im on the right track with the Polish Silesia? I suppose Niesky might be a good lead also. I just rediscovered that one....
Neil